3 Free 200 Sq. Ft. Garage Gym Floor Plans [10′ x 20′]

200 square feet is about the size of a small single garage. If you’re wondering if and how you can build an excellent and effective garage gym in that space, you’re in the right place. Not only is it possible but you’ll find some 2d and 3d example floor plans below.

A 200-square-foot space is large enough to create a very complete home or garage gym. Whether it’s a 10′ x 20′ or 12′ x 16′ space, you can fit plenty of equipment that allows for muscle and strength building as well as cardio and general fitness.

These will help you visualize what is possible in your space and you can use that inspiration to find the right gym.

200 Square Feet Home Gym Floor Plans

Artists impression of a 20' x 10' garage gym.

Below you can find three different layouts for 200 square feet home gyms. I’ll cover 10′ x 20′ spaces and 12′ x 16′. The first one is a pretty common size for a compact garage while the other is a larger bedroom.

You’ll notice that it’s possible to create a very complete gym in this amount of space. The plans are just to show what’s possible and for inspiration. Feel free to swap out pieces of equipment that are more to your liking but measure first before buying!

10′ x 20′ Garage Gym Layout #1

The first setup is one that will appeal to most people. There’s a good selection of equipment that covers both strength and cardio. This is a great gym for anyone looking to build muscle, strength, lose weight, and increase general fitness.

There are tons of exercise options and a fairly large open space in the middle that can be used for bodyweight exercises but also as space to maneuver and perform other exercises.

The cardio section is split off from the strength section. This is done so the power rack, dumbbells, and functional trainer can all use the same open space in the middle. This also allows two people to work out at the same time without interference.

10' x 20' garage gym floor plan 2d. 200 square foot.
10' x 20' home gym floor plan 3d. 200 square foot.
10' x 20' home gym floor plan 2d. 200 square foot. angle 2

What’s In This Gym Layout?

This gym has a well-rounded setup with a focus on muscle and strength building.

  • Large power rack
  • Functional Trainer
  • Dumbbell Rack
  • Rowing Machine
  • Adjustable Bench
  • Barbell + Plates
  • Plate Tree

All that equipment allows you to train every muscle in your body in different ways while also getting a cardio workout.

10′ x 20′ Home Gym Layout #2

This second 200 square foot floor plan is a variation on the first one. The equipment is largely the same although the power rack has been swapped out for a folding version and the rowing machine is changed to a treadmill.

  • The treadmill is positioned so you can look out through the window which should make your cardio workouts a little less boring.
  • There is a fairly large open space in the middle of the gym which means this won’t feel cramped and you have plenty of space. There is enough space for multiple people to work out at the same time.
  • The functional trainer is placed in the corner. This way there is a lot of open space in front of it and it’s very easy to go from dumbbells to the rack to the functional trainer.
  • The corner between the treadmill and power rack can be used for storage. In this case a set of kettlebells and a plate tree. There is space for more small objects if necessary.
  • The treadmill can be changed to any cardio machine you like, there is enough space. However, a rowing machine might interfere with the door.
alternative 10' x 20' garage gym floor plan 2d. 200 square foot.
alternative 10' x 20' home gym floor plan 3d. 200 square foot.

What’s In This Gym Setup?

Most of the equipment is the same as in the first layout although the power rack is downsized to make space for the larger treadmill.

  • Wall-Mounted, Folding Power Rack
  • Functional Trainer
  • Dumbbell Rack
  • Treadmill
  • Adjustable Bench
  • Barbell + Plates
  • Plate Tree

It would be possible to replace the power rack and barbell with a leg press machine or to replace the treadmill with a heavy bag to create a little boxing corner. I wouldn’t add any more equipment to this setup because it’ll become too crowded.

12′ x 16′ Home Gym Floor Plans

This floor plan is 12’6″ x 16′ to get to an even 200 square foot. While 10’x20′ is common for smaller garages, this layout is more like a large bedroom.

As you can see, it’s perfectly possible to create a gym with the same equipment as the plans above. There’s even space for a larger power cage.

  • The treadmill is positioned so you can look out through the window which should make your cardio workouts a little less boring.
  • The treadmill can be changed to any cardio machine you like except a rowing machine. Rowers are too long. However, you could use a rower that folds up so you can put it against the wall when not in use. This frees up a lot of extra floor space.
  • There is a fairly large open space in the middle of the gym which means this won’t feel cramped and you have plenty of space. There is enough space for multiple people to work out at the same time.
  • The functional trainer is placed in the corner. This way there is a lot of open space in front of it and it’s very easy to go from dumbbells to the rack to the functional trainer.
  • Along the window, you could place some low storage racks for kettlebells or small equipment.
12' x 16' home gym floor plan 2d. 200 square foot.
12' x 16' home gym floor plan 3d. 200 square foot.

What’s In This Gym Floor Plans?

The equipment in this setup is the same as in the first plan except that the rower is replaced with a treadmill.

  • Large power rack
  • Functional Trainer
  • Dumbbell Rack
  • Treadmill
  • Adjustable Bench
  • Barbell + Plates
  • Plate Tree

Recommended Equipment For 200 Sq. Ft. Gyms

If you’re looking for home gym equipment that offers a ton of value for money, check out my recommended equipment here.

Optional Extra’s

There are some things you could still add to the setup shown above even though you don’t have a whole lot of space.

  • Resistance bands: Resistance bands are a great addition to any gym and they barely take up any space.
  • Plyo box: Great for jumping height and coordination. Easy to store in a corner.
  • Heavy bag: A punching bag is a fun alternative to a cardio machine and takes up less space.
  • Flooring: All home and garage gyms are better with good gym flooring.
  • Mirrors: Mirrors behind the power rack or dumbbell rack are great for keeping an eye on your form.

Those things don’t take up a lot of space at all and can add a good bit of functionality to your gym. Just those two options can allow you to do many more exercises than with just the equipment in the layout. These things aren’t essential for lifting free weights however so that’s why they’re optional.

Resistance bands barely take up any space and give you some good options for corrective exercises or a warm-up.

Limitations Of a 200 Sq Ft. Garage Gym

200 square feet is the size of a small garage. There aren’t many limitations you have to put on yourself if you have this amount of space but it’s still wise to be a bit cautious with the amount and sizes of equipment you get.

200 square feet is not enough to get a full commercial gym setup that has a different machine for every muscle group. However, as you can see above, it’s enough for a power rack, dumbbells, and cable machine while still having enough space for a cardio machine. That is a very complete setup that should be enough for most people.

If you’ve got less space, there are two other posts you can check out;

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FAQ

Can you lose weight with a barbell?

Barbells are a great tool to gain strength and muscle mass. That means you might actually gain weight in the form of muscles. However, having more muscle makes it easier to lose body fat since muscle tissue costs more energy for your body to maintain.

Can you do a leg press at home?

Most home gyms don’t have a leg press machine since they’re large and expensive. There are some good alternatives, however. Squats, lunges, and dead lifts will target the same musculature and more. There is also a machine called a vertical leg press. This is a smaller machine than the usual leg press but does nearly the same thing.  

Matt

Hey, I'm Matt. Welcome to HomeGymResource.com. After working out in many different gyms for almost 20 years and helping people build their own home gyms, i've learned a few things i'd like to share with you.

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