{"id":56759,"date":"2017-03-07T11:15:03","date_gmt":"2017-03-07T16:15:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=56759"},"modified":"2017-03-08T18:05:33","modified_gmt":"2017-03-08T23:05:33","slug":"feng-shui-tips-home-gym","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/lifestyle\/feng-shui-tips-home-gym\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Feng Shui Tips for Energizing Your Workout Space"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In feng shui<\/a>, your home is a reflection of not only your mental state, but also everything that\u2019s going on in your life, including your goals and intentions. The way you organize the various rooms in your house symbolizes the type of energy you bring into the universe \u2014 and what you put out is what you get. Dana Claudat, creator of The Tao of Dana<\/a> and feng shui expert, says, \u201cWhen you change your home, your life changes. They mirror each other. A cluttered and uninspired home reflects a life with blocks and stagnation.\u201d<\/p>\n

And the same holds true for your workout space.<\/p>\n

If your goal is to become stronger and fitter, you\u2019ll need an environment\u00a0that inspires you to get active. Don\u2019t have a home gym? Any space will do, Claudat says. Whether you like to exercise in your living room or bedroom (hey there, Daily Burn users<\/a>!), it\u2019s about making sure you have positive energy<\/a> \u2014 also known as good-quality chi \u2014 in that space.<\/p>\n

\u201cI don\u2019t use feng shui bagua directions to create home gyms. I\u2019m more concerned about making sure the air is clear and purified and that you aren\u2019t exercising in the midst of clutter,\u201d Claudat says. After all, you can\u2019t feel refreshed post-workout in the middle of a stress-filled space. Here are some of Claudat\u2019s feng shui tips for creating an dedicated area\u00a0that\u2019s conducive to working out.<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>Bedroom Makeover: 9 Feng Shui Tips for Better Sleep<\/a><\/p>\n

6 Feng Shui Tips for Your Home Gym<\/h3>\n

1. Clear space for working out.<\/h3>\n

The same feng shui rules for organizing the rest of your house apply here, too. Namely, clearing out the clutter. Then, think about the vibe. If you\u2019re borrowing space in your bedroom to practice yoga, you\u2019ll want to create a restorative environment<\/a>. Play soothing music, light some candles and use essential oils to help you relax.<\/p>\n

And if cardio or HIIT<\/a> is more your jam? \u201cAvoid the large exercise equipment,\u201d Claudat says. \u201cSafety and personal flow are vital to getting the most out of your workout.\u201d Take stock of the gear you have and give up or sell anything you don\u2019t need. \u201cIf you have a lot of equipment taking over a space, but you need it all, it\u2019s time to start thinking of re-locating to a better room or a shared space with friends,\u201d Claudat says. A good pair of dumbbells, a resistance band<\/a>, a mini foam roller and a yoga mat are simple, space-efficient staples.<\/p>\n

2. Color for clarity.<\/h3>\n

Contrary to what some feng shui experts recommend, Claudat shies away from decorating home gyms with fire colors, like red and orange. Red is associated with passion, boldness and aggression, but Claudat believes they\u2019re too stimulating. Instead, she recommends her clients use metal energy colors. (In feng shui, metal is the element tied to focus, curating and clarity.) \u201cI like having greys and blues<\/a> to help you focus. Having touches of the earth element, like brick walls or pops of beige, brown and green, can be really grounding.\u201d<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>The Fitness Trend That Could Bust Workout Boredom for Good<\/a><\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Face the mirror, but just one.<\/h3>\n

Using mirrors can get tricky with feng shui, but if you rely on them for form checks, Claudat is all for looking at your reflection. Just keep in mind: \u201cMore than one mirror should be avoided in one room, especially if facing one another,\u201d Claudat advises. Having two mirrors facing off creates a distinct energy conflict that can be disorienting and overwhelming. Not the stuff great workouts are made of.<\/p>\n

4. Get sufficiently lit.<\/h3>\n

Claudat recommends full-spectrum light bulbs because they emulate natural light. According to feng shui principles, natural light promotes good chi, positivity and vibrancy. As for the amount of light you\u2019ll want? There aren\u2019t special rules. \u201cYoga<\/a> can sometimes be a high-intensity workout, just as HIIT<\/a> can also be a meditative practice<\/a>. I would focus on space clearing to keep all workout areas refreshed and energetically clear, first and foremost,\u201d Claudat notes.<\/p>\n

5. Let your walls uplift you.<\/h3>\n

True story: Motivation can make or break your fitness habit. So why not hang your favorite mantra in your workout space? (Check out one of these simple DIY projects<\/a> for starters.) On the flipside, you\u2019ll want to avoid certain decorations, too. \u201cArt is highly personal, though I suggest anyone avoid images of turbulence, depression, skulls, taxidermy and the like that creates a dive of energy in the environment,\u201d Claudat advises. The key: Choose art that truly makes you happy \u2014 not just what feng shui dictates. \u201cWhat is best for you will vary based on who you are and what inspires you personally.\u201d<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>Inside the Most Tricked Out Yoga Studio in New York<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/strong>6.\u00a0Wake up and smell the poses.<\/h3>\n

By now we know how the power of scent can provide an immersive experience for your workout. Studies<\/a> have shown, for instance, that peppermint can help improve sports performance<\/a> by promoting muscle relaxation and better breathing. So consider pimping out your workout space with an essential oil diffuser<\/a> to help you get more from your workout. \u201cCitrus can also help with focusing and be uplifting in the daytime. Lavender is great with yoga,\u201d Claudat says.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Want to step up your at-home workout? These feng shui tips will show you how to make over your home gym to promote strength and clarity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":90,"featured_media":56764,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[8,12,15],"tags":[159,289,187,103,282,341,360,100],"class_list":["post-56759","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lifestyle","category-mental-health","category-stress","tag-anxiety","tag-exercise","tag-happiness","tag-motivation","tag-stress","tag-tax1living-well","tag-tax2stress-management","tag-workout"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56759","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/90"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=56759"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56759\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/56764"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=56759"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=56759"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=56759"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}