4 WAYS ABC CAN HELP WITH A HOME GYM UPGRADE

Even clear glass walls, which don’t provide privacy, give you a distinct home gym space and a separate place you can retreat to for your workouts. It’s easier to ban shoes, toys, and other clutter when your workout area is clearly demarcated. You can also include a swinging or rolling glass door if desired. The clear glass option is nice if you need to watch your young children while you exercise or want to keep the spacious ambiance of an open floor plan.

Patterned, acid-etched, or tinted glass adds an element of privacy and further reduces distractions. (Note that you can also incorporate panels of clear glass and privacy glass into the same glass wall system.) Many different patterns are available, so you can find one that suits the aesthetic of the surrounding living space. Acid-etched glass has a “frosted” surface that matches basically any style of décor. Finally, tinted glass is available in bronze and gray and fits in very nicely with some room designs.

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We can also install large gym wall mirrors or a number of smaller mirrors in a row, depending on what size mirror will fit through the room’s door and your desired look. In terms of home fashion, the mirror reflects light and creates the illusion of space. It’s also valuable as a workout tool:

• A mirror can help reduce your risk of injury by revealing poor form or other mistakes.
• Being able to see yourself work out makes it easier to correct errors and use proper techniques.
• The mirror is also motivational by showcasing your progress and accomplishments.

Many athletes and fitness enthusiasts use small accessories like stretch bands, towels, water bottles, yoga mats, etc. A glass shelf is an attractive way to store these lightweight items and keep them off the floor. You can even make the storage shelf double as a cute display:

• Roll up the mat and secure it with a couple ribbons.
• Neatly stack towels in colors that coordinate with the rest of your home gym.
• Put the stretch bands and spare water bottles in a box or bin.
• Fill a basket with energy bars or other healthy snacks.

More and more, fitness conscious persons are prioritizing post-workout recovery. Your glass shelving can also hold your deep tissue massage gun, foam rollers, compression wraps, and so on.

Steam Shower Guide highlights three benefits of taking a steam shower after a workout – muscle care, respiration, and relaxation. While you might associate steam showers with health clubs or spas, it’s possible to enjoy the perks of steam right at home. Whether you want to add a recovery room complete with a steam shower or convert an existing bathroom shower, you’ll need:

• A steam generator kit.
• Shower surfaces that will hold up to high humidity.
• An enclosure that seals up from top to bottom.
• A way to release steam and control the level of humidity.

ABC Glass & Mirror provides frameless glass enclosures for steam showers. They extend from the shower floor to the ceiling and include an operable transom for steam release. If you need to cover some shower walls with a more suitable material, we also offer glass shower wall panels.