Are you making the most out of your backyard? Don’t settle for a standard unfinished shed. Our done-for-you backyard gym sheds offer a stylish way to transform your unused space into a productivity powerhouse. We cover everything from design to construction, enabling you to work out at home without commute.
Imagine pursuing your fitness goals from a comfortable space right in your backyard.
A gym shed offers a plethora of benefits that cater to fitness enthusiasts. One of the most compelling aspects is the freedom of having your own dedicated space—eliminating the need for a gym membership and allowing you to work out at your convenience.
Public gyms can be intimidating, especially for beginners navigating popular equipment like squat racks or exercise bikes. In contrast, a gym shed provides privacy, removing the distractions and discomfort often encountered in public settings.
Additionally, a backyard gym shed offers unparalleled convenience. With no commute, your gym in the backyard provides easy access to exercise at any time, fostering consistency in your fitness routine. Whether it’s the crack of dawn or late at night, your shed gym is always accessible, helping you achieve your fitness goals without the expense of a gym membership.
Efficient storage of gym equipment like jump ropes, battle ropes, and free weights creates a workout space that promotes a healthy lifestyle. A gym shed also sets a positive example for family members, encouraging everyone to embrace an active lifestyle.
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There are many ways to personalize your gym shed, so it’s important to know your purpose or your preferred way of exercise. What are your personal fitness goals? Do you want to get back into cycling, start a new yoga routine, or keep lifting weights? Your answer to those questions will determine what equipment will go into your shed. Possibilities include:
– smith machine
– yoga mat
– stationary bike
– dumbbells
– weighted bar and plates
– treadmill
– squat rack
– mirror(s)
To continue customizing your space, you can also think about what atmosphere you want in your gym. With the privacy of a gym shed, you can install speakers and play music as loud as you like if that’s your priority. Soundproofing is recommended though – we do not want you to upset your neighbors.
Alternatively, you can make it a space to unwind in peace before (or after) a loud and busy day. You can also easily personalize your backyard gym by hanging some inspiring photos on the wall or hanging a whiteboard in there so you can write encouraging little reminders for yourself.
Filling up your gym shed doesn’t always have to break the budget. There are resources such as FB Marketplace, where you can buy a lot of the equipment cheaply. There is also a Fitness Super Store that sells refurbished equipment.
Never expected to say so about a construction project, but it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. We are enjoying a wonderful addition to our home and backyard so much! Thank you.
The team has been most pleasant to have around, and we are absolutely delighted. The building does look cool, and the whole job has been carried out with maximum efficiency on a very tight schedule.
It’s a pleasure doing business with people who do what they say, on time, professionally, and with no fuss. The building is perfect for my needs. No more compromises on working from home.
Whether you’re using your newfound space as a workout space or yoga studio, you can trust our HomeWip team to select only high-quality materials and take a detail-oriented approach from the foundation to the finish.
If you are planning electrical and HVAC inside your shed, most Bay Area jurisdictions will require a building permit. We can assist with that too.
When planning your backyard gym, it’s essential to consider the different types of gym sheds available. Two main categories stand out: prefabricated sheds and custom-built gym sheds.
Prefabricated gym sheds present a quick and cost-effective solution. Available in various materials like wood, metal, and vinyl, they are easy to assemble and come in different sizes, making them well-suited for smaller spaces in your backyard shed. This is the optimal approach for creating a yoga studio.
On the other hand, custom-built gym sheds offer maximum flexibility in design. This is the optimal approach for creating a studio shed or yoga studio tailored to your specific needs. These sheds provide ample room for setting up your gym equipment, such as resistance bands and exercise bikes.
Custom options allow you to choose the right ceiling height for tall equipment or incorporate a concrete slab for added durability. However, these custom sheds are often pricier and may require professional installation, adding financial considerations.
Our gym sheds come in several sizes that easily accommodate yoga studios, cycling and spinning classes, ballet lessons, workout spaces and even golf simulators.
Let us talk about important things to consider before building: noise and distance from main house, ventilation, appropriate flooring and blocking between studs, number of people who will be using the gym, how the gym shed will echo the design of the main house and other tiny details that go into a good quality building.
Lighting
Another thing to consider when planning your backyard shed is lighting. One suggestion is to install overhead lighting in the shed to maximize space (but if you do, you also need to consider access to electricity that triggers a permit). Another idea that doesn’t require extra hassle is getting battery-powered lights. These can be very cheap and can be purchased easily online. There are even ones that allow you to customize the light color.
Flooring
If you plan to use your gym shed for yoga, for example, you could go for a wooden floors. However, if you’re planning on lifting weights or doing a more high-impact activity, you might want to consider more durable flooring, such as concrete and rubber.
Cooling and Heating
You need to consider your local climate. If it’s typically very hot in your area, installing AC in the backyard shed for maximum comfort during your workouts could be a good idea. However, having an open window might suffice if you live in an area with a more moderate climate (or if you like to work out early in the morning or very late at night).
This all goes into the process of planning and customizing your gym shed to your needs. Similarly, you need to examine if your gym needs heating in the cold winter months. Depending on where you live, you might need an AC with heating or cooling capabilities. Or, if your weather is extreme during summer and winter, you’ll need an AC with both.
Our gym sheds align with virtually any style, theme, or design scheme. Now, we invite you to start enhancing your peace of mind, putting more ‘me time’ in your schedule. Get away without going anywhere at all. Your backyard gym shed is what you make it. Get started with a zero-obligation consultation followed by a complimentary on-site visit to determine feasibility and pricing.
Now that you have an idea of what you want to put in your backyard gym, you can start thinking about the layout. Strategic planning of the layout is pivotal to maximizing the floor space in your gym shed.
Consider the shed’s size and the amount of equipment you intend to include. Ensuring sufficient space for essential items like free weights, power racks, a stationary bike, or a treadmill is crucial. Allocating more than half of the floor space for movement and exercise, with the remaining area designated for storing gym equipment, is a commonly recommended approach.
For smaller spaces, leveraging vertical space is imperative. Install shelves or hooks for organizing resistance bands, jump ropes, or water bottles. This helps maintain a tidy shed gym and maximizes the available square footage. Larger equipment like treadmills or a cross trainer should have ample clearance for safe use.
Ensuring proper ventilation is essential for comfortable workouts. Windows that open, door and window placed on different walls, ERV.
In fact, all design tricks that we use for smaller homes will come in useful.
The idea of having a gym shed in your backyard is not only practical but also empowering. It offers the freedom, convenience, and privacy to pursue your fitness journey on your terms. Whether you opt for a prefabricated shed for a quick solution or a custom-built shed for maximum flexibility, the benefits of having a dedicated gym space at home are undeniable. With thoughtful planning and organization, your gym shed can become a personalized haven that motivates you to achieve your fitness goals and inspires your family to embrace an active lifestyle.
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