Top 10 Best Tips to Set Up Your Own Workout Garden Gym Shed

Are you worried about not having enough space in your house to set up a home gym?

I have the perfect solution for you – an outdoor garden gym shed! It’s easy to set up and doesn’t take up any extra room in your house. You can customise it however you want, so it perfectly fits your needs.

Gardeners have been using sheds for extracurricular activity for years like potting sheds, workshops, summerhouses, and even “she sheds”. So why not use one as a gym? You can turn your garden shed into the perfect workout space with just a few simple tips.

Imagine having your own personal gym and garden room right outside your door – no more waiting in line for the elliptical or fighting for space on the treadmill. You’ll have everything you need right at your fingertips, and you can work out whenever you want.

Key Takeaways

• Make sure you have a budget and stick with it.
• Shop around for the best deals on equipment.
• Get some help from a qualified electrician.
• Invest in some good storage solutions.
• Start small and build up your collection of equipment over time.
• Personalise your shed with your own unique style.
• Install a security light and/or padlock on the door. Consider installing security cameras.

But, what exactly is it?

What is a Garden Gym Shed?

A garden gym shed is a converted shed that has been turned into a workout space that normally houses garden equipment like spades and shovels. It’s usually located in the backyard or garden, and it’s the perfect solution for people who don’t have enough space in their house for a home gym.

Ordinarily, your wooden garden shed isn’t robust enough to house a home gym, so it either needs to be converted and strengthened or you build a purpose built garden room, summerhouse, garage or log cabin into which you can fit your gym equipment.

But don’t worry, I’m going to show you how to do it easily, provide some and without spending a fortune.

Here are my top 10 best tips and ideas for setting up your very own garden gym shed:

10 Tips on Setting Up Your Garden Shed Gym

1.Work out your budget (needs to be affordable)

Before you start any DIY project on your home, it’s always best to work out how much you’re willing to spend. This will help you avoid any overspending and will make sure that the project stays within your budget.

When it comes to setting up a garden gym shed, you need to take into account the cost of the equipment, as well as the cost of converting the shed itself.

You can either do this yourself or you can hire a professional to do it for you.

If you’re on a tight budget, then I would recommend doing it yourself (DIY). It’s not as difficult as you might think and there are plenty of tutorials online that can help you. However, if you have a bit more money to spend, then hiring a professional might be the best option.

2.Think about the equipment you need

When it comes to setting up your garden gym shed, you need to think about the equipment you’re going to need.

This will depend on what kind of workouts you want to do. For example, if you want to do weight-lifting, then you’ll need a bench and some weights.

If you’re doing HIIT training or cardio, then you might want a skipping rope, some dumbbells, elliptical machines or a yoga mat.

There are plenty of options when it comes to garden gym equipment, so make sure to do your research and pick the right equipment for you.

If you are on a budget, then consider visiting eBay or Facebook marketplace to bag yourself a cheap deal.

3.Convert or not convert?

If I’m being completely honest. Trying to convert an old shed to a workable gym would be a complete nightmare and I highly recommend against it.

It’s much easier (and cheaper) to buy a purpose-built garden gym or summerhouse that’s designed for working out in.

However, if you’re set on converting an old shed, then there are a few things you need to take into account.

First of all, you need to make sure that the shed is structurally sound. This means that it needs to be made of sturdy materials that can support the weight of your equipment.

You also need to make sure that there’s enough space inside for you to move around and do your exercises.

If the shed is too small, then you’re going to feel claustrophobic and it’s not going to be a pleasant experience.

Finally, you need to make sure that the shed is properly insulated. This is important because you don’t want your equipment to get damaged by the cold or the heat.

4.Choose a garden shed that is appropriate for your needs and purposes.

If you are going the DIY route, then you’ll need to choose a shed that is big enough to fit all of your equipment. You’ll also need to make sure that the shed is made out of sturdy materials that can support the weight of your equipment.

If you’re hiring a professional to build you a garden shed, then they will be able to advise you on the best size and material for your needs.

5.Make sure there’s enough ventilation

Another important thing to consider when setting up your garden gym shed is ventilation. This is important for two reasons. First of all, you need to make sure that there’s enough ventilation so that your equipment doesn’t overheat.

Secondly, you need to make sure that the shed is well ventilated so that you don’t start to feel dizzy or lightheaded while you’re working out. The last thing you want is to pass out in your garden shed gym!

To ensure that your shed is well ventilated, you can either install a small fan, a ventilation grill or go all out and install some skylights.

5.Invest in some good quality flooring

Another important thing to consider when setting up your garden gym shed is the flooring.

This is super important because it needs to be both comfortable and durable. After all, you’re going to be spending a lot of time working out in your shed, so you want to make sure that the flooring can withstand all the wear and tear.

You also want it to be slip-resistant, so that you don’t have to worry about injuring yourself if you accidentally drop something.

There are a few different options when it comes to choosing the right flooring for your garden shed gym. You can either go for rubber matting or interlocking foam mats.

6.Get connected

I bet there aren’t many people that have run power to their sheds, but if you’re setting up a garden gym shed, then you’re going to need to do just that.

The good news is that it’s not as difficult (or as expensive) as you might think. You can either run an extension cord from your house or (and this is what I would recommend), hire a qualified electrician to run a power line to your shed.

It’s always better to be safe than sorry, so make sure that you get the job done properly.

7.Storage is your friend

No matter how large or small your garden gym shed is, you will most certainly need some storage space.

This is important because you need to be able to store all of your equipment when you’re not using it.

You will need racks for your weights, hooks for your kettlebells and a place to store your yoga mats.

If you can, try to invest in some storage that is easily accessible so that you don’t have to move everything around every time you want to use something.

Ideally, the more equipment you can remove from your floor, the better. This will give you more space to move around and it will also make your shed look a lot neater.8.

8.Buy some gym kit

Now you know what size and shape gym you’re playing with, you need to start filling it with equipment.

You don’t need to go overboard and buy everything at once – start small and build up your collection over time.Some essential pieces of equipment that you will need are:-

• Dumbbells
• Kettlebells
• Weight machines
• Bench
• Yoga mats
• Foam rollers
• Exercise balls

Of course, the type of equipment you need will depend on the type of workouts you want to do.

If you’re planning on doing a lot of cardio, then you might want to invest in a treadmill or an exercise bike. If you’re more interested in strength training, then you’ll need some weights and machines.

And if you want to do a bit of everything, then you’ll need a bit of everything!

Makes sense, right?

9.Personalise with your own decor

Now that your garden gym shed is all set up and kitted out, it’s time to personalise it with your own unique style.

After all, this is your space and you should feel comfortable in it.

So, go wild with your decor! Paint the walls, put up some posters, add some throws and cushions.

I’m guessing this is a space you’re going to be seeing a lot of, so make it somewhere you actually want to be.

Now, whether you have space for a mini fridge or not is up to you. But if you do, I would definitely recommend stocking it with healthy snacks and drinks. This way, you won’t be tempted to nip to the kitchen every time you fancy a little snack.

Depending on how large your garden gym shed is, you could even invest in some potted plants. Not only will they add a splash of colour, but they will also help to purify the air.

10.Security

Now that you have a brand spanking new garden shed gym, you’re going to want to make sure that it’s properly secure.

The last thing you want is for someone to break in and steal your equipment.

One way to deter thieves is to install a security light. This will not only make it more difficult for them to break in without being seen.

Another way to secure your shed is to install a padlock on the door. This will make it much more difficult for someone to simply walk in and help themselves to your stuff.

If you really wanted to go high tech, you could always install some security cameras. This will give you peace of mind knowing that you can keep an eye on your shed at all times.

How Much Does a Workout Garden Gym Shed Cost?

This is quite a hard question to answer since there are a wide variety of different sized sheds, shapes, and materials.

The price of your shed will also depend on whether you decide to hire a professional or do it yourself.

If you want a really high-quality garden gym shed that is going to last, then you should expect to pay a bit more.

However, if you’re on a budget, then there are plenty of ways to cut costs.

For example, you could buy a used shed or build one yourself using recycled materials.

In general, you should expect to pay anywhere from £1500 to £5,000 for a workout garden gym shed (without the gym equipment).

FAQs

In Summary

So, there you have it! These are my top 10 tips for setting up your very own workout garden gym shed.

I hope you found this article helpful and that you now feel inspired to get your own outdoor gym shed up and running.

If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to leave them below. I would love to hear from you.