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Build a basement gym that fits under the ceiling

Most basements have 7 to 8 ft ceilings. These picks fit, including racks and cable machines that are 84 in (7 ft) tall or less.

  • Fits under a 7 ft ceiling
  • Quiet cardio
  • Protect the floor
See the picksHow to measure
VO3 MG5 multi-gym under hex lights
Space tipMeasure at the lowest point: ducts and beams

Before you buy: 4 quick checks

Five minutes with a tape measure saves a return. Not sure? Bring your measurements to any store.

  1. 01

    Find the lowest point

    Ceilings drop under ducts and beams. Measure where the equipment will actually stand.

    Racks: machine height + 2 in clearance

  2. 02

    Check the ceiling

    On a treadmill you stand on the deck, so add its height. Racks and cable machines need their full height plus room for pull-ups.

    Your height + deck height + 6 in

  3. 03

    Protect the floor

    Concrete is hard on equipment and joints. Rubber flooring also keeps damp off.

    8 mm rubber tiles under the whole area

  4. 04

    Plan the stairs

    Large machines come in big boxes. Check the turn at the bottom of the stairs.

    Ask us about assembly in place

Our basement picks

Grouped by what you want to do. Green tags show what the product page confirms.

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Strength that clears the ceiling

Functional trainers and racks 84 in tall or less.

Save $579.90VO3 - 217PR - Power Rack VO3 Fitness VO3 - 217PR - Power Rack✓ 81 in tall$719.10$1,299.00 Hoist H-8 Functional Trainer Hoist Fitness Hoist H-8 Functional Trainer✓ 84 in tall$11,199.00 Save $599.90VO3 - 201HR Utility Half Rack Smith Machine VO3 Fitness VO3 - 201HR Utility Half Rack Smith Machine✓ 83 in tall$899.10$1,499.00 Hoist HF 5970 Squat Rack Hoist Fitness Hoist HF 5970 Squat Rack✓ 82 in tallFrom $1,299.00

Quiet cardio

Bikes and rowers that work under a low ceiling.

Save $700VO3 - S100 Spin Bike VO3 Fitness VO3 - S100 Spin Bike✓ Magnetic resistanceFrom $1,199.00$1,899.00 WaterRower Club With Series 4 Monitor WaterRower WaterRower Club With Series 4 Monitor✓ Water resistance$1,849.00 Save $400VO3 - RM100 Commercial Rowing Machine - TOP SELLER! VO3 Fitness VO3 - RM100 Commercial Rowing Machine - TOP SELLER!From $1,099.00$1,499.00 WaterRower M1 HiRise WaterRower WaterRower M1 HiRise✓ Water resistance$2,799.00

Weights

Dumbbells and plates for a compact free-weight corner.

Rubber Olympic Plate - LOWEST PRICE IN CANADA! VO3 Fitness Rubber Olympic Plate - LOWEST PRICE IN CANADA!From $0.98 Save $476Rubber Hex Dumbbell Set 5-50lbs With Rack - BEST PRICE IN CANADA! VO3 Fitness Rubber Hex Dumbbell Set 5-50lbs With Rack - BEST PRICE IN CANADA!From $649.00$1,125.00 Save $93.50175LB Rubber Weight Plate Set (2.5-45LB) VO3 Fitness 175LB Rubber Weight Plate Set (2.5-45LB)From $171.50$265.00 Save $5047" Olympic EZ Curl Bar VO3 Fitness 47" Olympic EZ Curl BarFrom $69.00$119.00

Flooring

Rubber flooring for concrete floors.

Save $11Ultimate Fitness - 7mm Interlocking Rubber Flooring Tiles Armour Rubber Ultimate Fitness - 7mm Interlocking Rubber Flooring TilesFrom $8.99$19.99 Save $10Armour Rubber - 8mm Commercial & Residential Interlocking Rubber Flooring Tiles Armour Rubber Armour Rubber - 8mm Commercial & Residential Interlocking Rubber Flooring Tiles$14.99$24.99 Save $1148mm Rubber Rolls (Residential & Commercial) Armour Rubber 8mm Rubber Rolls (Residential & Commercial)From $285.00$399.00 Armour Rubber - 8mm Commercial Roll Armour Rubber Armour Rubber - 8mm Commercial RollFrom $299.00

Start with a bundle

Everything for this space in one order, priced as a set.

All bundles →
Save $93.50175LB Rubber Weight Plate Set (2.5-45LB) VO3 Fitness 175LB Rubber Weight Plate Set (2.5-45LB)From $171.50$265.00 Save $250VO3 - 5-30lb Rubber Hex Dumbbell Set with 6-Pair A-Frame Rack VO3 Fitness VO3 - 5-30lb Rubber Hex Dumbbell Set with 6-Pair A-Frame RackFrom $299.00$549.00 Save $151VO3 - 300lb Olympic Weight Set VO3 Fitness VO3 - 300lb Olympic Weight SetFrom $299.00$450.00

Try before you buy

See it in a showroom

Many of these are on display in our 15 stores (call ahead to check a model). Bring your measurements and we'll help you choose, then load it into your car or arrange delivery.

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Basement questions

Can I use a treadmill in a basement?

Often yes, but check the ceiling: your height plus the deck height plus about 6 in. Incline raises you further, so measure before you buy.

Do I need flooring on concrete?

We recommend it. Rubber flooring protects the equipment and the floor, absorbs noise, and is easier on your joints.