When storing barbells in a small gym, it’s crucial to try and store them safely, to make sure you can use them, and to keep them out of the way.
Vertical Holders Save Floor Space
A vertical barbell holder is one of the best ways to store barbells in a small gym, keeping them upright in a compact space such as 30x30cm. Provide the holder is fixed to a high ceiling of 2.5m plus.
Horizontal Wall-Mounted Racks
This type of gym storage is great for keeping your gym equipment organised and making it easily accessible while keeping it off the floor. Note, however, that these models require fixing into a solid wall and so will require checking what’s behind the plasterboard before drilling.
Freestanding A-Frame Stands
Freestanding barbell storage racks such as an A-frame barbell stand are an alternative for those who cannot drill into the walls and are portable, allowing you to rearrange your gym as you see fit.
Corner-Mounted Options
Corner-mounted barbell storage can also add value to a dead corner in a small gym, providing storage and freeing up floor space for training.
Pair Storage with a Plate Tree
Pair up barbell holders with a nearby plate tree.
If you are looking for Barbell Storage, see https://uk.repfitness.com/collections/barbell-storage/.
If you are creating a new small gym, read Sport England’s guidance on designing small sports and fitness spaces first and then come back to this for some specific ideas on how to get the best from your barbell storage options and set up your equipment in your space for effective training.
Getting the storage right from the start can save a lot of re-organisation in the long run.
