It’s no secret that consistency and motivation are key to achieving fitness goals and having a home gym eliminates the need to travel, allows for flexible workout scheduling, and provides privacy, making it easier to stick to your exercise routine.

According to XPLUS – which offers live and on-demand access to the same 3,000+ workouts offered by Xponential Fitness studios including Club Pilates, Pure Barre, CycleBar, StretchLab, YogaSix, Row House, AKT, STRIDE, Rumble, and BFT — these are the five most typical home gym blunders:

>> MISTAKE #1: OVERBUYING EQUIPMENT:
It’s better to start with the essentials and gradually add equipment based on your specific goals and preferences. Bodyweight exercises including push-ups, squats, lunges and planks are effective and require little to no equipment.

>> MISTAKE #2: LACK OF PLANNING
Failing to assess available space, not considering factors like ventilation or flooring, or not having a clear workout routine in mind can lead to an inefficient or unproductive gym setup.

> MISTAKE #3: FORGETTING ABOUT VENTILATION AND AIRFLOW
Good ventilation is important to ensure proper airflow and prevent the buildup of heat and odor in your workout space. Without proper ventilation, gym areas can become uncomfortable.

>> MISTAKE #4: LACK OF VARIETY
It’s easy to get stuck in a monotonous routine when you have limited equipment.

>> MISTAKE #5: FAILING TO SEEK PROFESSIONAL GUIDANCE
It’s beneficial for first-timers to seek guidance from a fitness professional or hire a personal trainer who can help design an effective workout plan, teach proper form, and ensure safe progress. At a minimum, do your research before making any purchases.