The beginning of the New Year is one of the most popular times to start a new gym membership. Why? Because almost everyone wants to start the year off healthier.
But there might be a few hurdles in your way.
What if the gym is out of reach? Or the commute is too long? What if the crowds are too much?
A home gym might be the answer. (And that folded up treadmill in the corner of your basement just isn’t going to cut it.)
That’s where Tuff Shed comes in. If you’re eager to build your own home gym but don’t have the space, a beautiful backyard building is the solution. You can transform your Tuff Shed into the ultimate workout space.
That’s what Oliver did!
Oliver’s Home Gym Shed
Oliver from Tucson added a gym to his backyard in a 25X25 Premier Ranch Garage. It fits 10 weightlifting machines, including pieces like a squat rack, leg press, isolated leg extension and curl machine, and more. He’s got that classic recycled rubber flooring, which he bought online, and an 8” thick concrete pad for the garage so it can handle all the weight.
Talk about gains.
He also customized his shed with an oversize door, lots of windows and a skylight for natural light.
Trust the Process
Oliver pretty much knew what he wanted when he started talking to his local Tuff Shed rep, but they offered some helpful customizations to make it even better. On installation day, he was surprised that his larger building went up just as quickly as his neighbor’s smaller Tuff Shed.
Oliver’s not the first to turn his Tuff Shed into a home gym. Tara’s 12X20 Premier PRO Tall Barn is the perfect place to run her training business. Her building includes upgrades like 15’ vaulted ceilings, a loft for storage, and double doors.
Oliver’s Advice to Get Your Own Gains
Oliver takes meditation and health very seriously, because he believes your mindset and physical state affect every other part of your life. He counts on his Tuff Shed home gym to keep himself sharp and healthy — and we’re honored to be a part of that journey.
Many Tuff Shed buildings can be transformed into home gyms, but it’s a great idea to talk to your local Tuff Shed team to design a building that’s right for your fitness goals. Are you ready to upgrade to a home gym? Get started today with our online configurator.
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