Value of Exercise Equipment in Public Parks
Outdoor gyms in parks offer more than just promoting physical fitness; they act as focal points for community building. In public parks, these fitness areas serve as social spaces where individuals can network, engage in socialisation, and foster a sense of belonging within their community. Park exercise equipment provides everyone with the opportunity for free exercise, with the added benefit of fresh air that indoor gyms don’t offer.
When designed correctly, a park’s outdoor gym area caters to various fitness styles, including endurance, resistance, flexibility and balance exercises, offering comprehensive training for many types of users.
Designing Successful Outdoor Fitness Areas for Parks
Thriving fitness areas start with community involvement. Engaging local residents in the selection process of outdoor gym equipment ensures it aligns with their fitness needs and preferences. KOMPAN offers free survey forms to help councils discover what their local residents want.
With this, you increase the likelihood of success for your public park by knowing whether the main user group is younger people wanting a callisthenic park, or older citizens needing a senior park.
Inclusivity is another crucial factor. Parks with accessibility features (e.g. wheelchair access) allow individuals of all abilities to use outdoor gyms, enhancing their health. Learn more about how to design an inclusive outdoor fitness site.
A key starting point in making an outdoor fitness area successful is determining the best location for the site. Councils should consider placing outdoor fitness equipment in communal areas where the community already gathers, such as near an existing park or public playground where parents sit while their children play. By building an outdoor gym nearby, adults can make the most of their time and work out while their children are playing. This increases playtime, as the adults will be more willing to stay out for a longer duration, enhancing both their health and wellbeing. You can learn more about how to design an outdoor gym here.
Range of Outdoor Gym Equipment for Parks
Our outdoor fitness equipment is available in a range of designs, tailored to suit different exercise needs and fitness levels.
Outdoor cardio machines and strength-building equipment feature adjustable resistance and replicate the machines found in an indoor gym, bringing indoor quality outdoors.
Cross training and Calisthenics are product lines that allow users to train using their own body weight. Both product lines are highly versatile and well suited for public park gyms.
With a variety of fitness styles to choose from, selecting the right park fitness equipment can be a challenge. That’s why we have created a fitness guide for you to use. Simply fill out what you’re looking for in your outdoor gym and the guide will calculate the best equipment for you based on your responses regarding available space, desired workout types and more. If you wish to customise the suggested options provided by the fitness guide, contact us and we can adjust the site to ensure it’s perfect for your public park.
Below, you’ll get a sneak peek of some of the outdoor fitness solutions that have previously been suggested. Each offers a versatile fitness solution for public parks
Popular Exercise Equipment Sets for Parks
Designing Effective Outdoor Workout Areas for Parks
Effective outdoor fitness areas also need to motivate, inspire, and guide users to use the outdoor gym equipment correctly, ensuring they get the most out of their workout.
The KOMPAN Fit app can help enhance the user experience and increase participation rates in your fitness park by allowing users to choose the equipment in their local public park and receive a suggested workout routine, all free of charge.
Features offered by the KOMPAN Fit app include:
Videos of exercises for all types of equipment
Selection of the equipment available at the site with site-specific workout suggestions
Suggested workouts for different goals and levels, e.g. building strength or endurance
Direct connection to cardio equipment, with data saved in Google Fit or Apple Health
In addition to the fitness app, all our outdoor fitness equipment has detailed signs with clear descriptions of how to use each piece of equipment safely.
Public Park Gym Equipment: Durable & Weather Resistant
It's crucial for outdoor fitness equipment to be robust and weather-resistant to withstand harsh weather conditions. All of KOMPAN's outdoor fitness park equipment is tested and designed to endure all weather conditions, remaining functional across different climates. High-quality equipment includes protective coatings to resist rust and corrosion, reducing maintenance requirements and increasing longevity. Such durability is essential for long term use and compliance with industry regulations, ensuring user safety.
Strategic spacing between pieces of equipment ensures that user movement is safe and easy. Closely adhering to the manufacturer's assembly instructions guarantees the safety and functionality of the equipment. When downloading DWG files and product specifications from KOMPAN, the required safety area for each product is displayed.
With the fitness equipment being exposed and unsupervised, regular inspection and maintenance checks are crucial for keeping the equipment safe and functional over time. Small tasks like cleaning and checking for any damage help keep your outdoor gym area safe for users to enjoy. Equipment with moving parts, such as bikes and cross trainers, will require regular inspection and maintenance. You can find out more about our fitness inspection and maintenance services for outdoor parks here.
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