Worst Home Gym Mistakes (9 Things to Avoid When Building your Gym)

These are the worst home gym mistakes you can make (or I've made) and how to avoid them. I cover the top 9 mistakes that can save you a lot of money and time when creating your home gym or garage gym. There's a lot to think about when planning and building your gym and I hope you find this useful!
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▬▬▬▬ Jump to Chapters ▬▬▬▬
0:00 Introduction
0:51 Mistake 1: Try it Out (sorry about the audio)
2:06 Planning Your Gym
3:57 Budgeting
4:43 Versatility in Equipment
5:12 HVAC
5:57 Timing & Patience
7:09 Used Equipment?
7:38 Buy Big
8:22 Reselling
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[@GlucksGym]

What did I miss? And other big mistakes that I neglected to mention?

[@baylee0831]

mistake #10: not enough nancy drew lets plays

[@GlucksGym]

@@baylee0831 I'm not sure my viewers would understand the elegance of such a fine creation

[@baylee0831]

@@GlucksGym damn u came for ya subscribers neck

[@brickmissing8295]

Getting so obsessed with buying new equipment you forget to workout.

[@GlucksGym]

Hahaha I know just the guy!

[@nichts_als_die_Wahrheit]

One of the best decisions of my life was building a home gym. I can train whenever I want, I hear music that I want, I need not to wait for someone, I dont need to drive to the gym, everythings perfect.

[@benjamin3615]

I agree, I've only been a home gym owner for about a month now and I'm already seeing the financial benefits on it. Less gas used and bought, less money spent on gym memberships, etc.

[@Oh6Torch]

You touched on this but I wanted to REALLY emphasize the organization and cleanliness of a home gym. Nothing kills your motivation more than tripping over gym equipment or having to move random garbage, that’s not exercise related, to perform basic lifts, exercises, etc... It is really nice opening the door leading to my garage, setup my music, and get started moving weight. Thank you for a great video.

[@GlucksGym]

You're welcome! You're right and I really need to get on that organization video

[@satinderjit4]

💯 I tent to want to workout more the cleaner my gym is. Nobody wants to do no floor presses when there is dust and pet hair on the floor.

[@whiskeyoval_tv3497]

My big thing I have to don’t neglect the “vibe”. Trying to work out in a bare empty beige color garage is no fun. Spent the extra money and time and paint the walls, get good solid mats, and lighting. Just that alone will make it feel like a gym and be nice to go workout in.

[@GlucksGym]

Atmosphere definitely is a big influencer, wholeheartedly agree here!

[@colorfulyorkiesbiewers4839]

Good idea me and my fiancé are buying our first home and we have this ideo of converting our garage into a gym and painting and decorating the walls seems like a great idea

[@cobracommander9138]

I found this deep red paint made by Ralph Lauren at Home Depot. Drywalled the garage then painted it deep red with the black mats. It gives me energy. I was worried about going to crazy with the red but put some mirrors and shelves to organize and it breaks up the red just enough.

[@jrsmith5]

If you can live through that Craigslist transaction....lol

[@GlucksGym]

Best deals are the ones that might take your life

[@johnbeverungen6570]

Very funny indeed. My brother likes to say that a craigslist purchase can quickly go south if someone "brings steel to the transaction!"

[@BasementBrandon]

Good video. I’ve been meaning to make an update on mine.

[@GlucksGym]

I definitely didn't get the idea from you and not credit you at all because I'm a jackass.

[@GlucksGym]

I really like the humor of this comment but he has a garage gym. He needs a new name but home gym Brandon doesn't flow as well.

[@BasementBrandon]

@blake D I had one!

[@sykojay4437]

I love your videos and humor. Thanks for the info and time.

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks for watching and the kind words!

[@GayleGrantDocGrant]

Absolutely LOVE your vids..great sense of humor and super informative.

[@GlucksGym]

Appreciate it and thank you!

[@dylanstandridge3201]

Trading. I traded an extra pair of 25s for 70lbs of dumbbell weight because I had no use for them.

[@GlucksGym]

That sounds like a heck of a deal! I didn't think of trading stuff.

[@dylanstandridge3201]

@@GlucksGym it’s a win win! He needed a pair of 25s. I wanted to have more weight for 4 adjustable dumbbell handles (for super setting)

[@PLANETWATERMELON]

Excellent video. Great information.

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you!

[@morelife4124]

Your very informative lots of honest reviews and Super comedic 😄👌 your gym is soooo cool👌

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks! It takes a lot of work so I appreciate someone noticing!

[@TheDogDad]

Good stuff, keep the videos coming 👍

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks! Doing our best over here, thankfully for the support!

[@cat-le1hf]

I'm a collector at heart, and I think what's keeping me in for the long haul is getting a new thing for the gym every other week. I can feel myself getting into it as a hobby, not just a lifestyle.

[@matthewschultz284]

You got a thumbs up just for the "The internet is a scary place and those are bad people" comment and the subscribe because of the great advice. Thanks!

[@GlucksGym]

Awww yeah! Honestly I forget what I say after I film but I do remember thinking that was a good line after the fact haha. Thanks for the sub and like!

[@ducdu4136]

Lots of good tips brother!

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks! I'm a bit surprised with how popular this one is already.

[@CYECK]

Thanks for your content. Had little money, so I bought a yellow half rack used. The paint was chipped up with a red bench that looked the same. Steel weights that were blue and chipped up. This screamed hard core every time I looked at it and was a great motivator for me.

[@michaelmeyers4950]

Very very good video! 👍🏻

[@TheAverageAngler]

Great advice.

[@brandonjames8671]

Solid advice brother

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you!

[@claytonbigsby2192]

Very valid point about home gym folks off loading items purchased during the early stages of the pandemic.

[@CrimeDoesNotPay]

This was brilliant - excellent video and made me laugh multiple times!

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks 😊 glad to hear it!

[@KarateSnoopy]

The internet is a scary place. Subscribed!

[@Combatnuub]

You and Brandon both got underrated dry humor in your videos 😂🔥💪🏽

[@GlucksGym]

Who's Brandon? 😇😂

[@andrewcramer7214]

Idk why but you remind me a lot of Paul Harrel, maybe the hand gestures. Anyways I just found you the other day and I think you're doing a great job with the videos! Just enough humor, not ranty, you can tell you actually have an idea of what you're doing. Keep it up, man!

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you! You know you're the second person to make that connection to Paul

[@VillainCollector1]

Good points.

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks!

[@ronhoover5516]

Great job once again. All 9 are great points but HVAC hits home for me.

[@GlucksGym]

Yeah and if you've watched any of my videos you know the price we pay but I'll get there haha. And thanks!

[@rickadriaanslaan6314]

Great video, your very charismatic

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks! I'm a teacher so I had to learn to keep it interesting for the kids.

[@rickadriaanslaan6314]

@@GlucksGym You keep it very interesting, I really enjoy it. Even though I am from Holland I learn a lot from your information. Thank you

[@j-money1354]

The last tip is Golden advice. Many people just horde stuff they never plan on using. When they could just sell it and buy what they really want now.

[@GlucksGym]

Good point, I'm guilty of that myself.

[@username3734]

Great video 👍. Are those marks on the ground under the mats permanent? I’m planning to get similar mats for a garage gym in a rental home and wouldn’t want to permanently mark the garage floor. Thank you!

[@GlucksGym]

Nah it's just moisture that gets under there. With my split unit it's almost non existent and when we did our reno (this week's video) it swept up like dust

[@swordofhonor2]

great video. I've been looking for ideas on how to make the home gym more pleasing to the eyes and less cave like... any tips or videos on that?

[@GlucksGym]

I might be the wrong guy for that one 😂 I need to work on my decorating game. We've got a few on planning the space out but decorating is just a small part

[@swordofhonor2]

@@GlucksGym lol me too.

[@MrHabs66]

That's the one thing that I'm worried about, motivation to train in my basement. I ordered a bunch of training gear and I've now taken the leap. Tired of all the lockdowns. Here in Ontario, Canada, we're experiencing our third lockdown.

[@GlucksGym]

There's pros and cons to a home gym but I tend to enjoy it (I also have some workout partners). It's definitely a leap! Good luck and let us know how it goes.

[@MrHabs66]

@@GlucksGym Thanks, man. I’ll keep you updated 👊🏽

[@zarrar7133]

Thanks

[@RgrRaviify]

No 1. Make a gym friend Me: guess I’ll just stick to sitting on my sofa then

[@GlucksGym]

Sofa will always be there for you

[@ilyas2631]

So I see that when you were talking about decorating your Gym and making it more inviting, I saw that you didn’t include Bold and Brash in the video. I, for one, strive to reach the elegance and physique of the subject in the painting.

[@baylee0831]

i have to agree. i have my own copy of bold and brash above my sink and it motivates me to be a better person/athlete each day. i looked at it and i immediately started deadlifting 120 pounds

[@GlucksGym]

I almost fit it in the pic but it was too nice for the rest of this drab space

[@user-rb5em8zl7i]

That was wild, loading 2 plates on one side of the barbell!!

[@ducdu4136]

I got rid of the Viking handle, GHD and plate loaded cable attachment. Wasted a lot of money but lessons learned

[@GlucksGym]

I'm glad that so far I've only got the one handle... At least that's all I admit to myself

[@ducdu4136]

@@GlucksGym what is your next gym equipment you are planning to get? I’m saving up for a cable machine next.

[@GlucksGym]

@@ducdu4136 I really should get the rest of my dumbbells next... I'm not sure I've really been thinking and there's so much out there. Probably nothing big for awhile though

[@ducdu4136]

@@GlucksGym yeah unfortunate thing is everything is more expensive or low in supply. Those missing dumbbells will drive my ocd self insane.

[@GlucksGym]

@@ducdu4136 they do every day! But money...

[@r8der674]

I bought a couple of gym lots before Covid. Rack, bench, Bowflex 1090s, dumbbells etc. I kept what I wanted sold the rest for fair used pre Covid prices. My gym was used stuff, but was mainly set. Then Covid hit and I sold a lot of the stuff for crazy prices. Then I upgraded to new and better brands.

[@GlucksGym]

Yeah I can't blame you (hence my bumpers).

[@r8der674]

@@GlucksGym yeah, I went from iron plates to fringe sport bumpers, Titan Atlas bar to Ohio Bar, Body Solid bench to AB-5000 and FB-5000. Bowflex 1090's to Iron Master 75's...can't blame you on the Rogue plates those look amazing

[@GlucksGym]

That's a heck of a jump. Some of that stuff might outlive you!

[@alejandro.a.m]

Nice flat bench. What’s the model/brand ??

[@meisdetermined]

I see that you have rubber dumbbells that have the straight shaft and then others that have the “ergonomic” handles. Which feels better? Are you able to get a better grip on fully knurled handles? Thanks, I’m about to continue watching the video lol.

[@GlucksGym]

Really thought you were going sexual with that comment haha. I actually have a video comparing those two exact dumbbells so you might want to check that out. Otherwise the rep knurling is a little duller (and the quality slightly less on the db) but the warranty is awesome. The grip is basically the same with the rogue knurling being a little more aggressive

[@meisdetermined]

@@GlucksGym oh ok I’ll check it out now. Thank you, I appreciate the feedback.

[@Marc1973Dez]

What if I keep a thin insulating foam under the puzzle rubber mat?? I just removed the carpet from basement (over concrete base), and found this nice smooth thin foam that looks brand new. Can I just place the mat on top of it?? Anybody has done this before?? Thanks.

[@knightveg]

The biggest mistakes for a home gym Are from 2 influences 1) commercial gyms, from the people who to lose weight to bodybuilders The gyms are surrounded by machines and these people think need ton of machines to get a good workout So build a home gym they feel need ton of duplicate machines 2) it information which bombarded to build a home gym You need a rack you need a bar you need plates you need a flat bench Result of these two influences You end with a sheep gym because you haven't identified what you need for your home gym what your training goals and so forth you've just followed the same generic pattern

[@carps_gym]

I like going all in

[@GlucksGym]

Haha yeah I've seen your gym! 😍

[@oliverhawkins3098]

When planning a space it helps to know the measurements of all the equipment. Then cut out cardboard in the size of footprint it will take up and arrange those around the room.

[@GlucksGym]

Taping things out could work as well but that's a great visual

[@JoelP1961]

I restored and sold my 38 year old Weider Olympic set during Covid and bought my equalizer plates.

[@GlucksGym]

Probably for the same price with those covid prices 🤣

[@BRUTUSPLAC]

I just crank up the music i starting building my gym baCK IN 1980 . Yes i'm, 54 and few have dumbells 1- 150 lbs

[@mysticjedi6730]

Get a gym mat and set of dumbbells. After 30 or 40 you don't need 5 pound increments.. nice to have, crunch rocker, incline bemch, cardio machine.. you don't need all this equipment .. a quick 30 minute weight training session 2 or 3 times per week is adequate. You can do it in your bedroom if you have space.. don't get carried away..

[@wyntrefreeze7299]

Nice Shirt!

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you. You literally bought me it

[@legion2590]

3:49 caught me off guard lol

[@GlucksGym]

I'm just telling the truth!

[@TranceCore3]

I thought I was going insane when I was learning intervals in music and got to the sixth, because I stared at it like "how the fuck is this a word?"

[@GlucksGym]

And under pressure it's even harder to say

[@cameronmccoy5051]

DUDE! That flag at 1:44 is badass! Where did you get it?

[@GlucksGym]

Wynie got me it for Xmas one year. I'm not really sure where from but probably Etsy. It's still my only decoration 😂

[@garybritting1892]

Where do you recommend getting big mirrors without breaking the bank?

[@GlucksGym]

Mine are all either used from Facebook Marketplace or Glacial Bay mirrors from (I believe) Home Depot

[@fabyanm9050]

Hey need advice on a rack for dumeblls. Found one “Northern Lights 2 Tier Horiz Dumbbell Rack, 4-1/2 ft” which go for bout 500 but I found one on offer up from a dude who used it. He wants 150 should I ? Lmk ASAP

[@GlucksGym]

It's probably a good deal if it's on good shape and you live through the transaction.

[@fabyanm9050]

@@GlucksGym thank u will hopefully pick it up later today

[@leoneg9322]

I train my legs in multi-frequency 3 times a week doing only sets of squats (5x5 following a schedule that get me stronger) with the purpose to grow your legs. Just squats or would it be better to include other exercises? (I train the legs from 2 months)

[@GlucksGym]

I know there are a lot of people that focus on one exercise (bench is popular for example) but even the elite do other exercises to compliment their primary. For legs I do lunges and glute ham raises for example (so you're not neglecting the hamstrings or lacking in unilateral exercises).

[@user-sd8bz2zr5j]

If you're ordering through Rogue have to attack the free shipping deals. Buy a rack and get EVERYTHING you want from them all at the same time. I did the opposite and got murdered for total shipping. And im gonna buy more, i know it!

[@Durbinknigh]

Yup. I went cheap on ONE damn thing out of everything and regret it every day

[@GlucksGym]

It's hard to spend sometimes but I always get the best I can within reason.

[@ducdu4136]

It’s part of owning a home gym. I got rid of a handful of gym equipments that wasn’t adding value to me. You replace them over time!

[@SuperKillerChannel00]

What was it?

[@Durbinknigh]

@@SuperKillerChannel00 xmark plate loaded lat pulldown. It isn't terrible but a bit wobbly and just not up to rogue, etc standards. I think I can DIY it to stop wobbling

[@GlucksGym]

Ah, a man with very high standards as we can tell by his subscription here

[@senorbautista6143]

Here visiting from the future (2024) people are selling nice gym equipment for very cheap on Marketplace.

[@basedabdu8653]

8:22 price gougers go to hell though lol

[@r0btimUs0341]

Plates just went up in price

[@GlucksGym]

Steel is up about 60% over the past 6 months so we'll all be feeling that soon

[@krishnapalod7921]

I am beginner and How much weights should I buy

[@GlucksGym]

I think this is covered in my $1,000 home video gym (and a few others) but I'd start with 2 or 3 sets of 45s (180 to 270lbs), a set of 25s (50), 2 sets of 10s (40), a set of 5s (10), and some 2.5s (5)

[@baylee0831]

also first (/second)

[@baylee0831]

too bad this video didnt come out 20 years ago..... made all of these mistakes immediately upon birth

[@GlucksGym]

But look at you now! Ummm... Doing your thing and other encouraging remarks....

[@rahsan8139]

Maybe I’m just basic 🤔 and want something that works rather than looking good

[@roundup1253]

Dude you really have to work on your Overhead press :-) form is way off 😝

[@mrkang4080]

Honestly, you need 12 feet if you want to comfortably get plates on and off a barbell...

[@GlucksGym]

12 is nice, 10 I don't have much trouble with. Under that it's getting tough

[@knightveg]

Your gym looks like a sauna

[@CarlosRodriguez-li5ep]

I got sodomized with shipping. I could have spent that extra money(close to a grand) on gear from the company for the gym, but instead, i gave it to UPS, and im sure the firness co. Got their cut from it too....

[@GlucksGym]

I wish YT would notify better of comments, I completely missed this one! Hopefully that's not how it works but man that shipping is expensive...

[@rudiger2744]

Bro are you rich?

[@GlucksGym]

Have you seen the dumbbells haha? This is years of building up, making deals and upgrades, and reselling things.

[@rudiger2744]

@@GlucksGym looks impressive

[@j-money1354]

No one knows, but we do know he's Rich with comedic humor lol.😂👍

[@GlucksGym]

@@j-money1354 I like this guy, everyone should agree to and listen to what he says.

[@The_Pariah]

1) Try it out before going all in. 2) Plan your gym out. 3) Budget for stuff. 4) By versatile equipment that can be used for differetn work out actions. 5) Get an HVAC for air flow. 6) Have patience and time things out. 7) Buy used equipment to save money. 8) Save on shipping buy bulk buying. 9) Resell stuff you don't use. There's the 9 minute video in a 10 seconds of consumable text. Also, the advice on this video is sub-par at best and I learned quite literally nothing from watching it. It was an easy downvote from me.

[@The_Pariah]

1) Try it out before going all in. 2) Plan your gym out. 3) Budget for stuff. 4) By versatile equipment that can be used for differetn work out actions. 5) Get an HVAC for air flow. 6) Have patience and time things out. 7) Buy used equipment to save money. 8) Save on shipping buy bulk buying. 9) Resell stuff you don't use. There's the 9 minute video in a 10 seconds of consumable text. Also, the advice on this video is sub-par at best and I learned quite literally nothing from watching it. It was an easy downvote from me.