How To Decorate Your Gym Room ?

Fitness Gym Size & Shape

The overall fitness gym area will depend upon the anticipated number of users and mix of equipment. The minimum required space is 25m2, although the majority of gyms occupy an area of 100-200m2 to ensure a range of options are given to users.

The optimum ceiling height should be between

3.5 - 4m from finished floor level and should not be lower than 2.7m, as this would limit the use of some exercise equipment.

The shape of the fitness gym area will inevitably be defined by the overall design of the building, but ideally should aim to be broadly rectangular with a length to width ratio below 3:1.

Schematic Fitness Gym Equipment Use

Space Allocation

Adequate space allocation is important to ensure the required range of equipment and facilities is accommodated. Calculation of the total area and capacity of the fitness gym should be based upon a floor area of 5m2 per piece of equipment. This includes an allowance for circulation space around the equipment. The equipment mix will depend upon the target market.

For general use, the split ratio of cardiovascular (CV) equipment to resistance equipment should be approximately between 40% to 60% however this will depend on local need and demand.

Careful consideration is also needed for users with disabilities, including access for wheelchair users, which may impact upon space allocation and layout.

In addition allowance should be made for a Fitness gym desk, information area and assessment rooms.

Fitness Gym Desk & Desk Area

In addition to a centre’s main reception area, a secondary dedicated fitness desk is normally located at the entry to the fitness suite and may provide:

? A base for fitness gym staff

? Record card storage (manual or computerised systems are used). The cards record each user’s fitness program and should be accessible directly by both user and trainer.

? Towels collection/return point.

? Storage for promotional or information literature.

A chilled drinking water fountain, and paper towel dispenser (for wiping down machines after use) should also be provided.

Information Area

Information display boards should be positioned in locations that will not obstruct primary circulation routes. Fitness gym etiquette and equipment use information should be included.

Assessment Rooms

Assessment rooms should be provided for consultation to be undertaken confidentially. The room may accommodate the following:

? Desk and comfortable chairs for trainer and trainee

? Telecom/computer equipment

? Heart rate/pulse monitoring equipment

? Weighing scales and height gauge

? Secure storage for valuables and records

Individual Fitness Gym Zones

A fitness gym is generally separated into individual zones, determined by equipment or exercise type and a typical user may use the gym in the following sequence:

·      Stretch area (warm up)

·      Cardiovascular area

·      Resistance and/or free weights area

·      Stretch area (warm down)

The stretch area should be the first and last area to be used, for warming up and stretching limbs before moving onto other equipment, and warming down afterwards. It should be located near to the fitness gym entrance to promote its use.

The stretch area should be supplied with vinyl covered padded floor matting and wall mounted mirrors.

A wall barre should be provided at a height approximately 1.2m above the floor for support. An un-mirrored wall area should be provided for stretching, this will require a robust wall

construction and finish. Yoga balls and other accessories may also be used for warming up. Accessible racking and storage should be provided to enable loose equipment to be stored.

Signage and information on correct stretching techniques should be provided.

Avoid direct down lighting above the stretch area, as this will cause glare for the user who may be laying down and facing up during stretching exercises.

Cardiovascular (CV) Area

The CV area should be on a single level and contain fitness machines with integral visual displays and audio output (normally headphones) requiring mains power supply. Equipment may also be linked to a centralised fitness monitoring programme and require data connections. Power and data should be provided through local inset floor boxes arranged in a grid over the fitness gym area. Plinths should not be used.

CV equipment would normally include a number of machines, each designed to provide a different form of exercise, arranged in a combination. The equipment may include the following:

? Tread or Running machines

? Upper Body Ergometers

? Cross trainers

? Bicycles

? Step machines

? Rowing machines

Resistance Area

A minimum of eight to ten pieces of equipment may provide an adequate range of exercises for most users. The average user may spend between three and six minutes on each piece of equipment. The space needed for each exercise machine will vary considerably.

The equipment manufacturer should be consulted to obtain advice on best practice regarding layout, size and choice of equipment. Mirrors should be provided for users to check their positioning whilst using the equipment.

Equipment should be arranged logically and be zoned by exercise type, allowing users to move strategically. Zones should also be created between equipment rows to allow for circulation. and provision will be needed for easy movement between machines that are in use.

Free Weights Area

Dumbbell weights are normally stored on open racks grouped in weight ranges, with additional benches and stands provided for heavier barbell weights. Typically, the heavier weights area should be positioned at the back of the fitness gym space, or provided in a separate area. If weight lifting (as opposed to weight training) is to be catered for, this should be in a separate room in order to minimise the risk of injury to other fitness gym users.

As the free weights themselves are unrestrained, they can present risk of damage or injury to those other than the weight user and this should be taken into account when developing the design. Management and users should ensure that the free weights are returned to the racks to avoid accidents.

Space should be allowed for ease of movement between the racks, benches and stands. The size of the free weights area will depend on quantity of equipment and weights to be used.

Range of dumb-bells stored on their racks.

The free weights area should have two mirrored walls.

A chilled drinking water fountain and paper towel dispenser (for wiping down equipment after use) should be provided.

Space Requirements

The equipment supplier should be consulted to obtain best advice on the space requirements around each piece of machinery. Refer to the table below for minimum space requirements and include appropriate clear space to IFI accredited equipment as recommended by the Inclusive Fitness Initiative.

Equipment space requirements

Space Required For Storage Of Equipment (Fitness Gym)

Installation, Replacement and Storage

Consideration should be given to the ability to install, remove and replace large pieces of equipment. Doors and corridors should be designed to accommodate the equipment in transit, taking into account additional bulk due to protective packaging.

Where gyms are located on upper floors consider:

? Upgrading the proposed passenger lift to cope with moving the largest single piece or providing a basic goods lift.

? Hoisting the equipment externally up to a temporary opening on the upper floor.

It is recommended that size and load limits are agreed with the equipment manufacturer at an early stage in the development.

Fitness Gym Design and Finishes 

Daylight and Views

Natural daylight greatly benefits the atmosphere and appearance of a gym space and unless impracticable, should be provided. Views in and out of the gym, particularly to the reception, swimming pool or sports hall can be beneficial.

Consideration should be given to balancing day lighting and views against the potential for solar glare or heat gain. Locating glazing on facades less likely to receive excessive direct sun or the provision of solar shading may resolve this issue.

The need for privacy e.g. ’female only’ areas may also impact upon the ability to provide glazing to certain areas of the gym. The provision of blinds may also need to be considered.

Floors

The floor structure must be able to resist high dead loads imposed by the equipment, along with the potential for high live loads from:

? Users

? Accidental point load impact (e.g. dropping of free weights)

? Dynamic effects (harmonic vibration from users on machines)

Acoustic isolation may be an issue where vibration or impact can be structurally transmitted from the fitness gym into other areas.

Floor finishes need to be slip, stain and static resistant, and be fit for purpose for a gym environment. They should resist deformation through compression.

The floor finish should contrast in colour to the equipment to ensure that equipment is less likely to be a trip hazard. In addition, a different coloured walkway will greatly enhance legibility within the fitness gym for visually impaired users.

In order to provide maximum flexibility for delivering power and data connections to all equipment, a 3m rectangular grid layout of inset flush floor service boxes or a complete raised floor construction (avoiding plinths) should be provided. The latter allows cabling to be fully concealed – an issue for both appearance and safety (avoidance of trip hazards).

Walls

Finishes should take account of the ease of cleaning and maintenance. Scuffing of walls by moving equipment and users may be a particular issue.

Users may also use walls during stretching exercises. Therefore, sharp edges and wall projections should be avoided in these areas.

The wall must be able to safely support any wall

fixed exercise equipment, weight storage racks & mirrors. The use of hollow concrete blocks should be avoided.

Wall should also be designed to provide effective sound attenuation to minimise the risk of sound transmission to surrounding areas adjacent to the gym. Consultation with an acoustic engineer should be considered in order to ascertain minimum project acoustic performance.

Mirros

Mirrors can serve to create the illusion of space and reflect natural light back into the space. Continuous mirrors should be provided in required zones. The mirrors should be a minimum of 2m high. Mirrors should be securely fixed above skirting level, to avoid impact from loose weights or cleaning equipment.

Large continuous mirrors should not be directly fixed to walls but be fixed onto a rigid plywood backing board to avoid distortion. Point fixing mirrors should be avoided; stress points can cause failure of the glass. Mirrors should be bonded to their backing board or mounted onto a metal carrier frame.

Ceilings

Fitness gym ceilings can substantially contribute to the appearance and atmosphere of the fitness gym. The ceiling can be a combination of the following:

·Fully suspended flat ceilings.

·Fully suspended ceilings with raised (or coffered) feature areas giving extra height needed for specific equipment.

·Ceilings formed by the structural soffit above, with or without independent suspended raft features.

·A combination of the above.

The ceiling should be carefully considered to:

?Support integrated or hanging fixtures e.g. loud speakers, ventilation grilles, lighting. Heavier fittings e.g. air conditioning units, screens or gantries should be supported from structural points

?Allow easy access to building services located above the ceiling. Gyms are generally highly serviced areas.

?Provide the necessary acoustic performance. A noise level of NR40 should be achieved, however project specific acoustic performance requirements should be based upon advice from an acoustic engineer and be discussed with the ceiling manufacturer.

?Achieve the required aesthetic design sympathetic to the space and use.

?Provide the required minimum clear heights above the various fitness gym zones, taking into account equipment heights and any additional clearance for equipment users. Consultation with equipment suppliers should be undertaken prior to finalising heights.

Studio Formats

Multi-Purpose Exercise Studios

Studios will be required to include for movement & exercise activities e.g.: aerobics, keep fit, circuit training, yoga, Pilates and boxing aerobics.

The following table gives minimum dimensions and heights for a range of exercise types.

Dance Studios

The following table gives minimum dimensions and heights for a range of dance types.

Spinning Studios

Spinning classes generate substantial noise and activity disruptive to other users. Spinning should therefore be separated from the main gym and held in a separate studio.

Dedicated spinning studios are preferred as the equipment can be bulky and awkward to store. These can be smaller than exercise studios, as there is no extended movement, other than for getting on, off and general circulation around the equipment.

Spinning studios may require specialist lighting, projection or plasma screen TV’s and audio systems.

Yoga and Mat Based Pilates Studios

Dedicated Yoga and Pilates studios require a softer environment. Consideration should be given to:

? Dimmable lighting

? Blinds to cut out natural light and provide privacy.

? Mats and soft floor coverings

? Adequate storage provision

Periods of quiet will be necessary, adequate acoustic separation from other spaces will be important.

A studio of either 15 x 12m or 15 x 15m will provide a general purpose space accommodating a range of mat based activities such as yoga and Pilates.

Martial Arts Studios

When sizing a studio for a range of activities, the governing body’s requirements should be taken into account, as shown in the following table. A studio size of 15 x 15m with a height of 4.5m will meet most practice needs.

Where the combat area of a particular martial art is permitted to extend to the edge of the room great care should be taken. Padding should be provided to walls, columns and any projections. Doors should open outwards, with handles flush with the door face.

Ceiling light fittings and speakers need to be considered in the design, and should be flush.

Martial arts require soft matting on a sprung floor. If a multi-purpose studio is used, the matting will need to be removed when the studio is used for other purposes. The mats tend to be thick and heavy and are normally stored on trolleys to allow speedy movement.

Environmental Requirements

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