Hello,
perhaps someone here has the ultimate combination or idea that I haven’t thought of yet.
I want to fit the following into this roughly 20 sqm (215 sq ft) basement room without having to zigzag or squeeze through.
- A desk (currently 200 cm (79 inches) wide, but can be reduced to 160 cm (63 inches), 100 cm (39 inches) deep + chair) for office work
- A table/workbench for crafting (approximately 100 cm × 50 cm (39 × 20 inches) or larger, preferably combined lengthwise or as a corner unit with the desk)
- A fitness machine, which requires about 180 cm (71 inches) depth × 260 cm (102 inches) width to use all functions. Ideally with a mirror attached on the back or side.
- A cardio machine (120 cm × 60 cm (47 × 24 inches))
The windows start at a height of 40 cm (16 inches), are triple-glazed, and cannot be opened. The window sills were planned as seating areas.
The large window front is a sliding door, which opens from the side near the apartment door.
The ceiling height is relatively low at 210 cm (83 inches).
Best regards
maxpd
perhaps someone here has the ultimate combination or idea that I haven’t thought of yet.
I want to fit the following into this roughly 20 sqm (215 sq ft) basement room without having to zigzag or squeeze through.
- A desk (currently 200 cm (79 inches) wide, but can be reduced to 160 cm (63 inches), 100 cm (39 inches) deep + chair) for office work
- A table/workbench for crafting (approximately 100 cm × 50 cm (39 × 20 inches) or larger, preferably combined lengthwise or as a corner unit with the desk)
- A fitness machine, which requires about 180 cm (71 inches) depth × 260 cm (102 inches) width to use all functions. Ideally with a mirror attached on the back or side.
- A cardio machine (120 cm × 60 cm (47 × 24 inches))
The windows start at a height of 40 cm (16 inches), are triple-glazed, and cannot be opened. The window sills were planned as seating areas.
The large window front is a sliding door, which opens from the side near the apartment door.
The ceiling height is relatively low at 210 cm (83 inches).
Best regards
maxpd
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xMisterDx2 Jan 2023 13:47Bold claim that a fitness tower automatically requires many additional machines. Especially since most of them aren’t necessary unless you’re into semi-professional bodybuilding.
But honestly, I only see more than two machines and ONE desk as unlikely.
Can the equipment be folded or pushed into a corner?
But honestly, I only see more than two machines and ONE desk as unlikely.
Can the equipment be folded or pushed into a corner?
xMisterDx schrieb:
Fitness towerThe original post mentioned an Atletica X10 (removed due to the link). Anyone spending more than €2,000 (approximately $2,200) on a rack should not (or is not allowed to) skimp on flat and incline benches. The Olympic bar is preferred because the guided movement of the Smith machine is absolutely terrible for squats, deadlifts, and presses.X
xMisterDx2 Jan 2023 16:13I wouldn’t judge the seriousness of someone's training based on the price of their fitness equipment. I know people who weigh 150kg (330 lbs) and have bikes worth five figures in their garage.
xMisterDx schrieb:
I know people...What was it again about the "bold claims"?My point: if he is somewhat serious about the equipment, he will definitely need more gear (flat bench) or quickly end up wanting more (incline bench, barbell, dumbbells). Then, combining a gym and a home office won’t work.
And if the OP isn’t serious and just lets the equipment collect dust, it would be a waste of 2,000€ and space. Either he commits or not. For me, this particular product definitely looks like a commitment.
There is also a five-figure bicycle value involved here.
@MayrCh You’re basically right. That’s why I was looking for a unit that covers most exercises so I wouldn’t have to add much more.
Except for the hyperextension, the unit offers everything and doesn’t take up any additional space.
But yes, maybe a space-saving option with individual pieces of equipment makes more sense. For example, there are cable machines that can be mounted on the wall and require no space other than for the user. I’ve also considered a cable crossover from one side of the room to the other that you can walk under, which also looks less bulky.
I also find something like this very interesting, since its shallow depth of 70cm (28 inches) and suitable width of 280cm (110 inches) allow it to be nicely placed against the wall opposite the double windows or the end wall of the room. Unfortunately, it doesn’t include a Smith machine. So it depends on what I want, of course.
(I removed the image again because I’m not sure if it’s allowed or whether I can post the product name. I can’t find the forum rules anymore.)
Flat bench, incline bench, Olympic bar + plates, dumbbells, pull-up bar, various cable handles, hyperextension
Except for the hyperextension, the unit offers everything and doesn’t take up any additional space.
But yes, maybe a space-saving option with individual pieces of equipment makes more sense. For example, there are cable machines that can be mounted on the wall and require no space other than for the user. I’ve also considered a cable crossover from one side of the room to the other that you can walk under, which also looks less bulky.
I also find something like this very interesting, since its shallow depth of 70cm (28 inches) and suitable width of 280cm (110 inches) allow it to be nicely placed against the wall opposite the double windows or the end wall of the room. Unfortunately, it doesn’t include a Smith machine. So it depends on what I want, of course.
(I removed the image again because I’m not sure if it’s allowed or whether I can post the product name. I can’t find the forum rules anymore.)
How about starting with your own initial furniture layout? That would help to better visualize the issue. After all, 20m² (215 sq ft) is actually not a small amount of space.
Is the room intended mainly for exercise or more for office work? What takes priority?
Offhand, I would place the equipment in front of the sliding door and position the large desk with its short side against the wall between the windows, extending into the room. That way, you would be sitting with your back to the right wall. Then place the workbench along the bottom wall.
Is the room intended mainly for exercise or more for office work? What takes priority?
Offhand, I would place the equipment in front of the sliding door and position the large desk with its short side against the wall between the windows, extending into the room. That way, you would be sitting with your back to the right wall. Then place the workbench along the bottom wall.