How I Made my Basement a Gym // Home Fitness

Working out in my dark un-finished half of my basement has gone on long enough! It was finally time to build out a corner of the basement into our finished gym space for my wife and I to use.
In this video I convert a corner of my basement into a functional home gym featuring new walls, a pull up bar, dumb bell rack, squat rack, a Pelaton, and much more! This project is pretty approachable for just about anyone looking to "pump up" their home workouts.
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[@mynameisalex8]

Dude....currently in the middle of converting my garage into a home gym and you're setup is very similar to mine. Same folding rack and bike, even down to the paint color! Awesome job!

[@billyrowe0064]

I love those LED shop lights. I have a few for my indoor micro greens. They are amazing. I completely recommend for every project replacing old lights.

[@matt_gunz]

Talk about a handy, that sir was super impressive. Awesome videos man, can't wait to check out more of your videos.

[@celestewilkins2886]

I'm surprised with some of the negative reviews. I was so impressed with the kzbin.infoUgkxMwYg0MOXR4M-oGeyBsNSYe1aPOUoRH6D cage that I got the lat pulldown attachment that goes with it. It is equally outstanding. I don't have one complaint other than putting it together is a job. The instructions and packaging of the parts are very well designed and organized. Also, I stripped and damaged the pull down cable the first day, admitting it was my stupid fault, and they quickly replaced it at no charge. I'm 6'5, 280lbs and fit in the cage just fine. Glenn B

[@peterchats9783]

Basically a diy home renovation vid - you got a lot of skills bro. Respect.

[@jackknows6509]

I like the way your wife does all the work and you jump in front of the camera for the video. Great Job!!! Seriously, a GREAT JOB!!! Both of ya!!!

[@woodworksbygrampies1284]

I always enjoy projects more when Grammies is right there with me sweating it out, getting full of paint, or covered in saw dust! It's the best! Have a good one JLloyd! :D

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Fantastic job man! Absolutely love this setup!

[@robm9772]

I had to google how to vertically hang the American flag, and by golly you’re right, the union is supposed to be on the top left. Learn something new every day. I thought your way looked correct too.

[@cmcustomsigns9232]

I was going to comment the same, the union in the flag should always be displayed in the top left, when on a shirt or uniform the union will be facing towards the front (always attacking forward) , glad you have the correct info now. Gym looks great

[@tommybevis4824]

First thing I noticed was the flag. Glad I’m not the only one. Flag etiquette is important. Nice gym btw

[@thomasrossi31]

Here to make the same comment.

[@is6781]

Why are Americans so obsessed with having the flag everywhere

[@daveb8898]

@@is6781 Love of country. It’s called patriotism

[@robertdaniel2564]

Exciting... I just purchased that same rack for my basement gym. My flooring will be delivered today and I'm almost ready to paint!

[@heshamosman9976]

That is awesome 👌👏, we have almost similar basement condition and was thinking to either convert the garage or the basement to a home worker out area. Thanks for sharing all the info and enjoy the workout in your great GYM.

[@silverkir]

just wanted to drop a comment to say how awesome this video is, both on pacing and content. it's definitely not what you regularly see on typical workout channels but this is still super cool, and very much a crossover of the passions you show off on the channel.

[@ShopNation]

Thank you!

[@Aj-xu2jf]

Love the process great build

[@JasonEsquivel]

That new employee is working pretty hard. 😁

[@woodworksbygrampies1284]

Did she know ahead of time that painting was in the job description?? What else did she sign up for - haha! :D

[@gymreviewer]

Awesome job and beautiful outcome 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@wjim5510]

Sweet space! Great tip on the rubber mats. Thanks

[@prairieskycam]

Get your swol on. LOL! Nice job on the project and thanks for sharing it.

[@chanman83]

Awesome video! Love me some rogue gear. I’m taking my basement room and making it to a home gym.

[@david894]

Talk about a "handy man!" You the man buddy. Great gym.

[@scottiewarman]

Nice work man. Looks great.

[@TheHobbyShop1]

Nice work! It turned out beautiful. I was laughing at what you said about the rubber mats. I’m in the middle of finishing up my basement and it’s going to have a gym. I bought some stahl mats this weekend and holy cow I got a workout carrying those heavy and awkward bastards down to the basement. 😂 it will be good to have them down there though.

[@Tim_from_Fresno]

Great looking use of the space.

[@woodworksbygrampies1284]

Awesome gym! Really cool that you and Mrs. Shop Nation both put some sweat into it. I enjoy projects the most when Grammies is right there with me. What are some of your upcoming projects? Take care and stay safe!

[@rayquazalghul1024]

Lovely setup!

[@RodrigoGarciactg]

Loved the setup man !

[@Kkuts37]

Looks great!!

[@daryoes]

Wow, that's is amazing 👏

[@donaldstafford970]

Artic Circle? Ye-ah, much like when we were in NE! I take it you really like the final color! LMAO!! Those horse stall mats are perfect we always use them in our gym!

[@kewlboss]

Very nice work!! Keep making us look bad. I like the house stall mats idea. You can drops weights on those without any worries.

[@markrrynolds]

Great home gym setup. I used to live in TX and now CA. Both places don’t have basements so jealous of that extra space. I think a good topic for your next video would be how to build your own Rogue Plyo Box 🙈 I saw the price...ouch!!!

[@mdjak3686]

Super well done.

[@chrisshannonmoeller781]

Nice gym! I like the stall matt idea. Much easier than traditional floor mats

[@picantetraining6228]

Amazing job mate

[@joem924]

Hah! I just bought the same mat's for my mini gym. Great stuff, but wow, the rubber stank was strong with these ones for a couple weeks.

[@WhiteTigerHouston]

Thanks for the heads up I’ll let them air out before I bring them inside

[@sonafarighi7802]

You did a great job 👍

[@DIYDuBItYourself]

Couldn’t agree more about the horse stall mats, super awkward moving those solo. Great looking gym!

[@buckfever15]

dope channel love the attitude

[@MrHabs66]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@BobbyShafer]

This is exactly what we're gonna do! Wife loves the color is it black or some sort of charcoal question mark

[@vintageweightspgh]

Basement gyms for the win!

[@sotexlawn]

Excellent work again!! 👍🏻 And don’t tell anyone, but when I ask my wife for help doing work stuff, it always has something to do with painting... 🤣 Great vid!

[@tjteck]

Well done brother

[@jeffanderson9972]

I'm disappointed that old episodes of Shop Nation weren't playing on the TV in the background! :D Great looking gym!

[@chrisdemeglio7983]

Like this old house haha

[@woodworksbygrampies1284]

That's awesome Jeff! Now Travis can make sure to include that in future videos. Have a good one.

[@HanDIYman007]

Awesome build! Thank you for making this and I love the humor 😉

[@MudPig6110]

Nice job, I just finished a two year process of transforming my garage to a home gym. Yes it took that long to insulate it, put wood trim and drywall on the walls, paint everything, get the floor done and get all the equipment I wanted. I did workout that entire time in the garage and things evolved as I got more equipment or wanted a more finished look to the space.

[@agenola7693]

Hi,Do you have a weight bench in your home gym?May I ask you some question?

[@MudPig6110]

@@agenola7693 yes I do, it’s just a rogue flat bench. I store it on the wall with a rogue storage mount.

[@agenola7693]

@@MudPig6110 HEY,I'd love to hear about your story with your garage gym, are you interested in it paid interviewee? Looking forward to your reply.

[@82kimberley]

I want this in my basement 😍

[@ar15gator]

Good Job!

[@ridge7524]

I need to redo my garage gym but I joined a gym a few days ago to use certain machines that I dont have. I really want to snazzy up my garage gym.Anyway, nice home gym.💯

[@codypippin336]

Heck of a job

[@billyrowe0064]

The arctic circle joke is a laugh I needed !

[@jaysoncayetano2438]

Dude! I like "Arctic circle" OHIO comment that was funny. I have the same basement and planning on turning into a home gym. Glad I found this video! Great job.

[@g00fysmiley]

nice. i keep threatening to get a fold flat rogue power rack to save some garage space (in sunny fl so no cold issues just need ac which my shop has) just hard to justify as i have a marcy squat bench sitting idle and a 30 year old Wielder that has served me well for over a decade (picked up used). only thought on you gym here and space useage other than its awesome is I would have probably added an access panel for the cleanout in case its needed. maybe you did just not on video but a little inset panel with trim and exposed screws for easy access.

[@twixxyt27]

Awesome

[@sofakinggongshow]

I used simpson strong ties mending plate under the stall mats to keep them from moving around.

[@johnstup4479]

Lumber prices are insane. Right?! I'm finishing a room in my basement and I wished I did it a year ago. Oh Well. Your home gym space turned out great. Pursuing gym greatness too!

[@parzival9494]

Weird flex with the Peloton and using 2x4s and Plywood. Good work!

[@strengthfortoday]

Awesome Build love the detail! Where did you get the barbell wall holder?

[@mikesgarage5066]

Did you hit the lottery? Between the price of lumber and gym equipment you must have... one million dollars!

[@travisswiley7663]

I had to Make room in my garage and put in a platform and a rogue r6 power rack. Bad thing at the time was finding weights people were selling everything about double normal price.

[@Bward216]

That is a monster safe. I'm jelly

[@williamscott850]

Excellent flag etiquette. MANY people don't realize how to properly hang a flag on the wall. Looks great.

[@motor2of7]

Um, he’s got the flag backwards. The stars are always on the left.

[@williamscott850]

@@motor2of7 Right, but when you watch the video, he acknowledges that he's hanging it wrong. It's since been fixed. Many people would never catch the mistake.

[@motor2of7]

@@williamscott850 I missed that part.

[@yoelmorales208]

This is crazy

[@ryanhuff585]

Seriously. I want to thank you for convincing me to build out garage cabinets in May 2021. WTF man? :)

[@1NiCk508]

Pretty sweet gym for a Rich Froning look alike!

[@ddhrsa]

Good stuff

[@Kami8705]

I love how he says he is going to ask his wife for help painting, and then proceeded to let her do the painting all by herself, presumably while he watched football, or admired himself in a mirror, lol

[@woodworksbygrampies1284]

I thought the same thing David. I can no longer get away with that unfortunately. Grammies caught on to my game pretty early so NOW I no longer ask for help but ask if she'd like to work WITH me on a project! Take care out there, have a good one.

[@HeatZeek]

Lol he did hours of labour work,while she did like half hour to an hour work,painting isn’t really physical either,if the rolls were switched I’d understand,idk why you making it a big deal

[@bphilips009]

Keep tabs on moisture building up under those mats every few weeks. They tend to build up condensation easily and can develop mold if left unchecked.

[@ShopNation]

Good tip!

[@benrosenberg7972]

@@ShopNation You can also put Gorilla Tape between the seams of the mats to prevent moisture buildup. It also holds them in place really well.

[@booknerdpapi]

The Artic Circle, "Ohio" lol. I'm from Ohio and moved to Florida so I know what you mean. Nice home gym love the set-up, it's a great space!

[@jos7709]

Great!!!

[@Robyrob7771]

Now that the flag thing has been covered lol Nice gym. I use our four season porch. Not really enough room but I make do. Lighting is important.

[@jsanz214]

Awesome video! What color did you use on the walls?

[@pmorin418]

Love the horse mat idea. I’m building a gym with a Peloton bike and Tread. How stable are those on the 3/4 in mats?

[@ryansroka6107]

Looks great ! Paint the ceiling black next?!

[@ec2749]

Just a suggestion.. if you orient the flag vertically, the stars are typically on the left side. cool video.

[@stevephla]

Very nice work. I'm in the throes of my own basement gym project and these vids are great. I was admiring your 4-tier dumbbell rack. But the link you provided doesn't appear to lead to a 4-tier rack. Anyhow, thanks for the great vid.

[@deserteagle10]

As someone who's bought and used Rogue equipment since they began, strip that powdercoating off your pull up bars! Trust me. No more nasty tape needed. Raw steel is the perfect amount of grip needed for pull ups, toes to bar, leg raises etc. I just used some eco-friendly gel paint stipper from Home Depot. A couple of coats and some scraping and the powdercoat was gone. You could also just buy steel piping if you want to save yourself the hassle.

[@skelding182]

Cheers from O-H!

[@dustinclark8946]

Artic circle hahaha...I live in Canada. You need pressure treated lumber against the concrete.

[@tjstengel]

Good ole Ohio. Where we experience 7 seasons in 4 days! lol

[@quengafarm]

I've been using 2x3s to build a lot of stuff. Turns out, you don't need that extra $5 for another inch of wood for a lot if stuff. I've also started salvaging wood from dumpsters at remodels. Wasn't before, but now definitely worth my time!

[@454bard]

Awesome job! Bummer you couldn't do half the basement.

[@rsg833]

🔥

[@genelegate1308]

Man, you’re not kidding about wood prices - a few months ago, a 4 x 8 x 3/4” sheet of CDX ply was about $25. Now, I grab the same sheet of ply and leave them my firstborn 😱

[@francishoover8633]

Looks like you omitted the top plate and corner studs. Nice gym tho!

[@barry5402]

What sheen did you use for the iro ore. Is it flat, matte, or eggshell? Looks great, by the way

[@goprimate]

Pretty impressive how you can build a very effective gym at home!💪🏽

[@humansnotai4912]

Very nice. Top level skils in the build. Is Rogue the only brand of rack you can get in the US? We have loads of brands available in Europe. Namaste x

[@rickculpepper709]

No blocking to mount too?? Looks great

[@Kurtus_Brutus]

Travis, Nice work man ! What size (ply)wood did you use to mount the rack on? 1inch thick or more ? Grtz K

[@MiguelExhale]

😂 when you referenced Ohio as the arctic circle.

[@lukecross4594]

How thick are the plywoods that you use? Nice gym!!!! 🔥

[@financialhardball]

WHOA This is perfect man - I never thought about using plywood, makes perfect sense . question why didnt you put more insulation prior to the plywood install? is it because you didnt want to disturb the current insulation thats up? Very very smart. and How tall is your ceiling?

[@jadenfelver]

I have the same RML-3W and love it except for how much noise it imparts into the wall when I rack my bar; with yours being mounted on a somewhat false wall does it transfer noise into the house or is it dampened?

[@RickEllis68]

Recommend using gorilla tape on each seem of the flooring. It works great and if you ever have to remove it, it doesn’t leave sticky tape residue.

[@ShopNation]

I did that in our last gym and it does actually leave a residue if it’s on there for a long time. Works well for keeping the mats together though

[@blakemoore122]

Blacked out ceilings would have been sweet

[@thetasigma590]

Did you use a treated bottom plate? If not aren't you concerned about wood directly on the concrete wicking moisture? I know it's a problem here in Missouri would assume Ohio is the same. Love the videos.

[@ed_beltran]

Silly question, any recommendations for a wall mirror like the one in the video? I considered repurposing a closet door mirror but I’m sure there’s a better solution that I’m missing. Thx!

[@richt5986]

1. You need a functional trainer 2. You need a reverse hyper 3. Hang that American flag the correct way. It's been 2 years, so it's probably fixed. Remember, the union goes on the left. 4. Nice work

[@mrmrlee]

He addressed it at 12:24

[@sheilameagher3675]

So as a Canadian, I am a little concerned you did not insult the exterior wall to the floor. It helps to make the Basement warmer all winter long (and cooler in the summer). Otherwise Awesome.

[@hipairbrush1053]

Would there not need to be a vapor barrier put on the concrete wall? Love the build out...looks great. It matches your shop cabinets.

[@mrmrlee]

There's plenty of air circulation behind the studs, no barrier needed.

[@ajkc135]

Just curious if you are gonna spray your ceiling? If so, what color are you thinking? I’m trying to decide if I am going to or not in my new basement gym.