There are several excuses we make when we think of hitting the gym, right from not getting enough time to being too tired after work, or even the gym membership being too expensive. However, if we set up a gym at home, all the problems can be solved and excuses can give way to motivation. Let us have a look at the top benefits of having a home gym.

No Commute
While going to the gym can take some time from your daily routine, and even pose other problems like medium of commute and the like, having a home gym can give rest to any such issues. If you commute for 45 minutes to and from the gym, you can use the time to work out extra at home, or even rest. Apart from the commute, you spend more time at the gym that you do not realize: time in the locker room or chatting with other gym goers. All this can be saved if you’re working out at home.

Economical Investment
Since there’s no monthly membership fee that you must pay to go to the gym, you’ll be saving a lot of money after the initial expense on equipment. Contrary to popular belief, you do not have to spend a lot of money at one go to set up a home gym. Just start with a Yoga mat and couple of dumbbells, then keep upgrading the equipment as you go. Nonetheless, a lot of money will be saved which you would otherwise be paid on membership fees.

No Time-related Hassles
While you might complain that the neighbourhood gym closes by the time you reach home after work, the home gym is open throughout the day. This is one of the top benefits of having a home gym, since everybody wants the gym to operate as per their own convenience. You can also work out in the evening even after working out in the morning if you have the time. This completely depends on will and motivation.

Fitness for the Whole Family
This is the single-most-important pointer in the list of benefits of having a home gym for many. If you set up a home gym, the entire family can work out together. A home hym serves two purposes: it becomes a mutual motivation for all to get fitter and you end up gaining some more quality family time. So, it’s a win-win for everyone.

Your Gym, Your Rules
Want to blast your choice of music without anyone complaining? Yes, you can do that! Are you in a habit of dropping weights after a set? You’re the boss in your home! Just work out the way you wish, and invite your friends one in a while for a group session. It’s your gym and you make the rules.