By: Jake Jaworski, Founder of Garage Gym Experiment

There is little doubt that home gyms can help anyone who decide to invest in one, but it’s hard to imagine a group that benefits more than parents. When someone becomes a parent for the first time, they finally figure out how precious time truly is. Whether you stay at home with the kid/s or work 40 hours a week, your “extra time” is limited and it’s important to be efficient with every minute. This makes it very difficult for many to find the time to work out and it’s one of many reasons that parents should consider owning their own gym. The home gym removes any excuses.

We love our kids more than anything! Every second with them is extremely precious, but especially if you are at work all day. Leaving to go to the gym, before or after work, and further limiting your time with them is tough. A home gym allows you to maximize the time you spend with them. You’ll have the ability to workout before they wake, after they go to bed, when they are napping, or while they are around! There is much more flexibility to your day when you just need to go to a different room to get a workout in.

In addition, there is no set schedule for parents. You never know what’s going to pop up and there is no guarantee that a certain time of day is going to be open. While a routine is needed for just about anyone, you shouldn’t rely on going to the gym at the same time each day. Even if you love your gym, a backup plan is necessary. Easy access to fitness is needed and the home gym is always open.

This is also a great opportunity to set a positive example for your children. As they grow up, they’ll understand that working out is a necessary part of living a healthy lifestyle. It’s up to us parents to show what this looks like and there isn’t a better way than prioritizing your workouts at home. Kids with this mindset instilled on them at an early age definitely have the advantage as they grow up over others that do not. You’ll know if it made an impact if they want to join you later down the road.

Lastly, having your kids around can be extremely motivating. Even though the young ones really don’t know what’s going on, you still want to impress them. You’ll be motivated to push even harder than you would on your own and it’s a constant reminder of one of the major reasons you are working out. You want to be healthy and able to be active with your children.

In the end, there are multiple ways that a home gym will help parents, but it’s also a way for them to show their dedication to their family. By making the choice to set up a gym in your home, you understand that it will not only allow you to be closer to your children but lets them know that you take your health seriously.

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