An outdoor gym can transform your garden into a space for movement and wellbeing. To get started, all you need is a few versatile fitness essentials and a little creativity. From bodyweight exercises to strength training and cardio workouts, an outdoor gym offers a convenient way to stay active while enjoying the benefits of being outside.
Start with the basics
When creating your outdoor gym, start with these simple essentials that allow you to focus on different body parts. You don’t need lots of equipment to stay active but here are some of the things we’d recommend:
- Resistance bands – good for strength training, mobility, stretching and rehabilitation.
- Skipping rope – great for cardio and you can take it anywhere!
- Adjustable dumbbells – instead of having lots of different weights.
- Exercise mat – for core exercises, yoga and bodyweight exercises.
Use what you’ve already have
Reducing the cost of an outdoor gym involves making use of what you already have around you. For example:
- Garden wall for wall sits –for legs and glutes.
- Sturdy bench for step ups – for legs, glute and core.
- Outdoor table for incline press-ups – for chest, shoulders and arms.
Shop smart
If you need to buy equipment to help create your outdoor gym, there are lots of places you can look to find quality bits for less!
- Facebook Marketplace
- Charity shops
- Local community groups
Protect your equipment
Once your garden looks more like an outdoor gym, you’ll want to take care of your equipment.
For exercise mats, you’ll want to wipe them down after workouts. For adjustable dumbbells with metal adjustment mechanisms, clips or threaded collars, a small amount of 3-IN-ONE Drip Oil will get everything moving and prevent rust. It’s also useful for things like metal hinges, bolts or fittings on benches and other outdoor gym equipment.
Whenever possible, place your portable outdoor gym items into a shed or watertight storage box when they’re not being used.
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