12 Colors to Pump Up Your Home Gym
Peeling gray walls not inspiring your workouts? Exercise your right to a motivating space with these stylish paint picks
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We can all benefit from regular exercise. But even if you're fortunate enough to have a gym in your home, getting motivated to work out can still be a challenge. However, one thing that can help you get moving is color. Your fitness area shouldn't be an afterthought or look sterile. Remember, this a room in which you may need to force yourself to spend time. This area should be stylish and comfortable, and adding a coat of paint on the walls is an easy way to accomplish that. So don't overlook the power of color when it comes to getting a good workout and staying in shape.
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| For added energy and a little fun, add orange to your fitness room. Orange is a lively color that will add some pizzazz to your workouts. Paint pick: Orange Zest, Behr |
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| When things start to heat up, one thing that can keep you cool is the color blue. Any shade of blue will visually keep your gym from feeling too warm when you start to sweat, and that could help your workouts last longer. Paint pick: Velvet Morning, Behr |
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| If you're inspired by many colors and can't choose just one, use a main color along with a few accent hues. This creates a unique space that you will enjoy from any angle. Paint pick: Peridot, Behr |
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| If you prefer a more subtle look for your space, try a soft shade of yellow. This happy hue will also work wonders in a windowless room by adding a bit of sunshine. Paint pick: Jonquil, Sherwin-Williams |
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| A color-blocking technique is a fun way to add style to your fitness area. If you use your space for yoga and stretching, choose a combination of natural, organic colors to create a sense of calm. Paint picks: Terrapin Green, Chestertown Buff and Super White, Benjamin Moore |
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| Remember that your ceiling is the "fifth wall" in your space, and adding color there will provide a dose of inspiration from up above — perfect for stretches that require lying on your back. Paint picks: Storm Cloud Gray and Buckland Blue, Benjamin Moore |
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| Don't overlook neutrals. If you find bright colors distracting, choose an ivory, cream or tan wall color. Your gym will still feel inviting, and you'll be able to focus on your workout. Paint pick: August Moon, Sherwin-Williams Browse thousands of home gym photos More: Sink Into a Home Yoga Practice Space Gyms for Every Home |
Ideabook updated on April 22, 2012.
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