Journal
Strength & Functional Spaces
Wall bars, benches, storage and functional zones in solid wood.
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Solid Wood Wall Bars for Commercial Spaces: What to Check
What separates commercial solid wood wall bars from domestic ones, and what to check before you specify them for a studio or club.
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Planning a Functional Training Zone in a Boutique Studio
A practical sequence for planning a functional zone: classes first, then floor space, walls, storage and circulation.
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Flat Bench or Adjustable Bench? Choosing for a Commercial Studio
How to choose between flat and adjustable benches for a studio or hotel gym, based on programming, space and maintenance.
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Dumbbell Storage for Commercial Studios: Planning the Rack
How to plan dumbbell storage in a studio or hotel gym: capacity, height, access and finish, with a wooden rack in mind.
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Storing Kettlebells and Medicine Balls in a Functional Studio
Kettlebells and medicine balls need different storage to dumbbells. Here is how to plan shelves, spacing and access.
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Wooden Plyo Boxes: Why a 3-in-1 Box Suits Commercial Rooms
A 3-in-1 plyo box gives three heights in one piece. Here is what to look for in a wooden plyo box for commercial use.
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Wooden Parallettes: A Small Tool for Bodyweight Classes
Parallettes support bodyweight, mobility and core work. How to choose wooden parallettes for a commercial studio.
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Wall Layouts for a Strength and Functional Room
How to plan the walls of a functional room: wall bars, storage, mirrors and clear zones, in a sequence that works.
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Safety and Spacing in a Functional Zone: General Principles
General principles for safe spacing around wall bars, benches and boxes in a commercial functional training area.
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Combining Wood and Steel in a Commercial Gym Interior
How to combine solid wood equipment with steel elements in a gym interior so the room feels coherent and works hard.
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