Step 2 in Building a Home Gym: Consider Your Individual Needs

Before picking equipment, let’s narrow it down.  

Ask yourself what style of training you best align with? Functional fitness, powerlifting, bodybuilding, cardio, general fitness, Olympic weightlifting, Strongman, yoga?  

More questions to ask:  

• Do you prefer to train with heavier or lower weights? Near failure or far from it? 

• What is the most weight you will need for your strongest lift? 

• How many people will be training in your home gym at any given time?  

Personal Preferences   

Think about other personal preferences, too. 

Aesthetics

What motivates you and will make this space feel welcoming? This could include home gym decor, home gym wall art, mirrors, paint, workout posters, flags, special lighting, a dry-erase board or chalkboard, or a sound system. 

General questions

What are your priorities and non-negotiables for a home gym? For example:  

• Budget 

• Minimal noise 

• Minimal space (Here’s some inspiration for small home gym ideas.) 

• Organization (Especially important with a compact home gym) 

• Versatile equipment (Check out the Hyperion® collection) 

• Quality (This will point to higher-end options, like the PR-5000.)  

Clarifying your priorities will help you with the next steps.