Level Up Your Lifestyle: How to Get the Best Workout at Home

Having a home gym goes beyond mere convenience—it represents a personalized haven where fitness goals become achievable, and wellness takes center stage. But for most people, a few dumbbells and a yoga mat laying around doesn't really spark motivation. From our favorite fitness equipment, to setting the tone for your wellness lifestyle, let's look at how to set yourself up to get the best workout at home.

Setting the Foundation to Workout at Home

Working out at home can be just as effective—and in some cases, more so—than a workout in a gym. To make the most of it, you just need to set the stage in the right ways. If you're looking to level up your home workouts, check out the best ways to optimize your space for an inspirational full-body wellness routine.

1. Determine Available Space

Start by getting an idea of the available space in your home. Whether it's a spare room, a corner of the living room, a deck, or even a dedicated garage space, understanding your spatial constraints will help you make the right equipment choices and layout decisions.

2. Define Fitness Goals

Clearly outline your fitness objectives. Are you focused on gaining strength? Improving heart health? Working on flexibility? Defining your goals will shape the type of equipment you need and the atmosphere you want to cultivate.

3. Selecting the Right Equipment

Once you know what your fitness goals are and what kind of equipment you might want to incorporate, you can start furnishing your home gym. Here are our top picks for every fitness goal.

A. Cardiovascular Workout at Home Equipment

A consistent cardiovascular workout routine can have many positive effects on your overall health including lowered blood pressure and cholesterol, and reduced risk of diseases. To get you started on a heart healthy workout, try adding a few of these to your workout at home:

• Exercise Spa or Swim Spa: Swim spas, also known as exercise spas, are the ultimate tool for heart health. They provide low-impact workouts that are fully customizable and tailored to the swimmer's level of experience and fitness.
• Treadmill or Stationary Bike: Ideal for cardiovascular workouts, these machines provide versatile options for users of all fitness levels.
• Elliptical Trainer: Offers a low-impact alternative for effective full-body workouts, promoting cardiovascular health without excessive strain on joints.

B. Strength Training Workout at Home Equipment 

More than just a way to build, tone, and tighten your muscles, strength training can pay off in the form of healthier joints, better balance, and reduced body fat. Here are some things to have on hand for your at-home strength training gym. 

• Swim Spas: No surprise here! The W-Flow system, which is exclusive to Wellis® swim spas, is a swim channel system that pumps water through a powerful jet so users can swim against the fully adjustable current. There are even add-ons like resistance bands and oars that can enhance your strength training workout at home.
• Dumbbells: Versatile and effective for various strength exercises, dumbbells come in different weights, making them suitable for users of all fitness levels.
• Resistance Bands: Compact and adaptable, resistance bands add diversity to strength training routines and are particularly useful for toning and rehabilitation exercises.
• Adjustable Bench: A crucial component for exercises like chest presses, seated rows, and more, an adjustable bench enhances the versatility of your strength training sessions.

C. Flexibility Workout at Home Equipment 

Achieving and maintaining flexibility is a key component of a well-rounded fitness routine, and the right at-home gym equipment can make enhancing your flexibility a holistic, healing experience. 

• Yoga Mat: A high-quality, non-slip yoga mat provides a comfortable surface for various stretching exercises, yoga poses, and Pilates movements. Its textured surface ensures stability during stretches, making it an essential foundation for flexibility-focused workouts.
• Foam Roller: An excellent choice for enhancing flexibility and promoting muscle recovery, these help release tension and improve flexibility by breaking up knots and adhesions in the fascia, the connective tissue surrounding muscles. 
• Yoga Blocks: Typically made from foam, cork, or other supportive materials, yoga blocks come in different sizes and shapes. These blocks provide valuable support during yoga sessions, particularly for beginners or individuals working to deepen their stretches. 

D. Multi-Functional Equipment

Multi-functional equipment can be especially handy in small home gyms, where space is tight.  To make the most of every square inch, here’s some equipment that can do it all. 

• Swim Spas: Exercise spas transcend traditional gym setups by merging the benefits of a hot tub and a swimming pool. These compact wonders not only offer a relaxing soak but also provide a controlled environment for swimming against a current. This resistance-based workout engages various muscle groups, enhancing cardiovascular health while simultaneously promoting muscle toning and endurance. 
• Kettlebells: Combining strength and cardiovascular benefits, kettlebells offer a dynamic range of exercises that engage multiple muscle groups.
• Medicine Ball: Ideal for core workouts and dynamic movements, a medicine ball adds an element of fun and challenge to your home gym routine.

4. Optimize the Vibe

So you have the right equipment, but what about the atmosphere? After all, no one wants to come to a space that looks and feels bad every day, so it's crucial for consistency that your workout at home space looks good. 

A. Lighting and Ventilation

Ensure ample natural or artificial lighting to create an energizing atmosphere. Adequate ventilation is essential to keep the space comfortable during intense workouts.

B. Mirrors

Install mirrors strategically to check and correct your form during exercises. Mirrors also enhance the sense of space, making your home gym feel larger and more inviting.

C. Sound System

Create an immersive workout experience with a quality sound system. Whether it's motivating music or guided workouts, sound can elevate your home gym sessions.

5. Organization and Storage

The final step is to map out your organization and storage systems, so that when not in use, everything still has its place. 

A. Storage Solutions

Invest in storage options to keep your home gym tidy and organized. Shelves, racks, and storage bins can house equipment when not in use, maintaining a clutter-free environment.

B. Equipment Layout

Arrange your equipment strategically to maximize space and functionality. Consider factors like traffic flow and accessibility when planning the layout of your home gym.

Top-Voted as Best Home Workout Equipment: Exercise Spas 

When it comes to picking the right equipment to get the best workout at home, the choice can be tough. Budget and space constraints, on top of just personal preference, all need to be considered when building it out. The good news? Even if you do have to pick just one piece of equipment, there’s a multifunctional option that is sure to be worth the investment: an exercise spa, also known as a swim spa. 

What Is a Swim Spa?

Exercise spas, or swim spas, seamlessly blend the best of two worlds - exercise and relaxation. Acting as both a compact swimming pool and a therapeutic spa, these innovative units provide users with a dual-purpose fitness and wellness haven.

Swim spas come in various sizes, typically ranging from 12 to 20 feet in length, and are equipped with adjustable jets to create currents against which a person can swim or perform aquatic exercises. The ability to swim in place makes it an excellent option for those who want to enjoy the cardiovascular benefits of swimming without the need for a large backyard pool. 

Plus, the adjustable current settings cater to different swimming abilities, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced swimmers. 

When you’re ready to relax, swim spas often feature hydrotherapy jets like those found in traditional hot tubs, providing a soothing massage experience for relaxation and muscle recovery.

Hydrotherapy Benefits of Exercise Spas

Beyond traditional exercise, swim spas elevate your fitness experience through hydrotherapy. 

Hydrotherapy is a therapeutic approach that utilizes water to promote physical well-being and help alleviate the symptoms of some diseases and disorders. 

Dating back to ancient civilizations, hydrotherapy has been recognized for its healing properties, harnessing the principles of buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure, and water temperature to create a therapeutic environment. The buoyancy of water reduces the impact on joints and supports the body, making it an ideal medium for rehabilitation and exercise. At the same time, hydrostatic pressure, the pressure exerted by the water, helps improve circulation and reduces swelling, contributing to pain relief. 

Swim spas offer a modern and accessible form of hydrotherapy, combining the benefits of water-based exercise with the relaxation associated with hydrotherapy.  Whether it's soothing sore muscles, improving flexibility, or enhancing overall well-being, the benefits offered by swim spas align seamlessly with the ancient principles of water-based healing.

Danube Swim Spa

Our Danube W-Flow swim spa combines fitness training with customizable settings to guarantee the best swimming workout at home.

• Dimensions: 14.8 x 7.7 x 4.8 ft
• Lighting features: 2 × 3 pcs lighting laminar fountain jets & 21 exclusive LED lights
• Number of jets: 24 massage jets & W-flow system

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Benefits of Swim Spa Workout at Home 

Adding a swim spa to your workout at home can come with major benefits - and no, it's not just about booting the commute!

1. Endless Swimming Options

Swim spas, equipped with powerful jets and adjustable currents, provide a unique swimming experience in that users can enjoy a variety of swimming styles, from leisurely laps to resistance training—all in the comfort of their backyard.

2. Other Aquatic Workouts 

Beyond swimming, exercise spas offer a diverse range of aquatic workouts that capitalize on the water's resistance and buoyancy. 

• Aqua jogging: This exercise involves simulated running motions in the water. The buoyancy of the water reduces impact on joints while engaging leg muscles. 
• Water aerobics: This incorporates movements like leg lifts, arm curls, and kicks, promoting cardiovascular fitness and muscle toning. 
• Resistance training: Employing resistance bands or aquatic dumbbells adds an extra dimension to strength workouts. 
• Aquatic yoga and Pilates: These exercises benefit from the supportive nature of water, allowing for enhanced flexibility and balance. 

Check out more of our favorite swim spa workouts!

Amazon Swim Spa

The Amazon exercise spa is the perfect way to get a full-body workout at home that also provides a place to unwind with your friends and family.

• Dimensions: 18 x 7.5 x 4.8 ft
• Lighting features: 2 × 3 pcs lighting laminar fountain jets & 25 exclusive LED lights
• Number of jets: 26 massage jets & W-flow system

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3. Year-Round Fitness

When it comes to staying fit year-round, swim spas are a game-changer. Unlike traditional outdoor pools that usually become unusable in colder temperatures, swim spas are designed for all-weather use. Their compact size and efficient insulation systems ensure that the water remains at a comfortable temperature even in the middle of winter. 

This means that whether it's a brisk swim to invigorate the senses on a frosty morning or a relaxing soak under falling snow, swim spas provide a consistent and accessible avenue for aquatic exercise and hydrotherapy throughout the entire year. 

4. Compact Convenience

Swim spas are designed with space efficiency in mind, making them an ideal fitness solution for various home gym setups. Have a small outdoor deck, or a spacious sunroom? A swim spa might just be the perfect fit. It's a popular alternative to traditional swimming pools and offers more fitness benefits than a hot tub.

Rio Grande Swim Spa

The Rio Grande exercise spa perfect combination of a well-equipped hot tub and a swimming pool used as a “fitness machine” for a complete workout at home.

• Dimensions: 19.7 x 7.7 x 4.8 ft
• Lighting features: 3 illuminated fountains & 16 + 18 exclusive LED lights
• Water features: 1 waterfall
• Number of jets: 41 massage jets & W-flow system

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Final Word: Workout at Home in an Exercise Spa

If you’re looking for all-in-one workout equipment, it might be time to test out a swim spa. Check out the Wellis swim spa dealer locator, buy your swim spa for sale and get it shipped straight to your doorstep, or reach out to our team at  844-4-WELLIS to make your home workout space the envy of every neighbor.