When you’re planning your home gym, take the time to determine what you want to get out of your gym, so that you can buy the right gym components and accessories.

One primary consideration should be the amount of space you can devote to your home gym. Measure the dimensions of the room or space you have set aside for your gym, and compare the measurements to the size of the home gym you are considering. Be sure to allow plenty of room around the perimeter of your gym so that you can exercise and move from station to station easily. This will also help determine the amount of gym mats you need.

Make the most of your new home gym by following these recommendations:
Use a high quality gym mat to protect your floor and reduce the chances of damage to your weights from being dropped or dragged on a hard surface.
One of the biggest advantages of a home gym is that it is always available. Think about your daily schedule, choose the time that is most convenient for a workout, and build gym time into your routine.
If you are working with a limited budget or are unsure of your equipment needs, consider starting with a basic dumbbell rack. As time goes on, you can add new weights, benches or equipment to suit your goals.