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Resolve to Embrace the Home GymBetween the rising popularity of more flexible free-weight workouts and the slew of apps and smart devices designed to bring the boutique gym experience home, more people seem to be finding it easier (and more enjoyable) to burn calories without leaving the house or blowing their budget.“I’m seeing a lot more space with less equipment,” Chicago-based residential gym designer and fitness consultant Darin Daniels says.He and other experts say homeowners are smartly opting for dedicated home fitness spaces that balance style and function. By prioritizing the look and feel of a home gym and choosing only those features that make sense for them, homeowners may be more likely to want to fit in a workout, Daniels says.A room full of bulky equipment is no longer a must. A select few anchor pieces and room for stretching, yoga or functional training may be a better use of space, the pros say. Some buzzy new fitness gadgets, like the interactive Mirror home training system, even double as home decor. (The device acts as a sleek full-length mirror when it’s not live-streaming fitness classes.)See more home gym inspiration photos
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