Providing an outlet for people in prison is an essential part of rehabilitating them and reducing recidivism. Adding an outdoor gym to a prison is a simple way to make sure everyone has the means to stay physically fit and an outlet for their physical and emotional energy.
When you’re designing an outdoor gym for correctional facilities, safety is paramount. You also want to choose effective prison fitness equipment. Find out how TriActive USA equipment is designed for safety and effectiveness and learn how you can design the best prison gym.
Benefits of Outdoor Gyms in Correctional Facilities
Going to the gym regularly has tons of health benefits, including:
- Improved cardiovascular health
- Weight loss
- Boosted mental and emotional health
- Better sleep
- Reduced stress
- Lower risk of disease
When you’re getting your workout in an outdoor gym, you get the added benefits of sunshine and fresh air. Sunshine helps the body produce vitamin D, which plays a crucial role in regulating the mood.
Outdoor gyms for correctional facilities are even more beneficial because of the effects they have on people in prison. Providing an outlet for people to expend physical and emotional energy can help reduce the rate of recidivism. According to some research, lifting weights may lead to reduced aggression among people in prison.
Physical fitness is vital for everyone, but it’s even more important to ensure people in prison have access to the equipment they need to stay fit and manage their mental and emotional health.
Outdoor Gym Risks & Challenges
Designing and setting up an outdoor gym doesn’t come without risks and challenges.
Safety
Safety is one of the biggest concerns whether you’re designing an outdoor gym for correctional facilities or installing outdoor equipment at a local park. Accidents aren’t uncommon when working out, so it’s important to minimize the risk of injuries and accidents by choosing the right equipment.
Safety is especially important in gyms in correctional facilities, which is why free weights aren’t as common in prison. That’s why all our equipment — from our Eight-Person Modular Series to our Elliptical Cross Trainer — features no exposed cables and is designed to use your body weight to create resistance.
Weather
When it comes to outdoor fitness equipment, weather is one of the biggest obstacles. Most prison fitness equipment is constructed of durable steel so it stands the test of time, but that also means it’s susceptible to corrosion.
Maintaining your outdoor fitness equipment is the best way to prevent corrosion and other weather-related damage. Gym equipment needs to be wiped down and cleaned regularly, and you should fix any damaged paint before water penetrates and causes corrosion.
Ideally, you want to look for prison fitness equipment that’s designed to stand up to harsh weather. Even our more complex machines — like the Accessible Multi-Gym — are powder coated to protect against harsh weather.
Access & availability
At the end of the day, gyms in correctional facilities aren’t very useful if people don’t have access to equipment. Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to provide enough equipment for everyone. If you have a limited number of bench presses or rowing machines, people will have to wait to use the equipment.
Choosing the right prison fitness equipment can help you maximize access and availability so everyone has a chance to work out. Some machines allow for multiple users at once, and you can always double up on the most popular equipment to make sure it’s always available.
Choosing Safe Equipment
Keeping gym users safe starts with choosing the right equipment. All the prison fitness equipment from TriActive USA is designed to use a portion of your body weight to create resistance, which means there are no free weights that can be dropped or used as a weapon. Our equipment is also easy to use, so it’s suitable for anyone from beginners to experts who want to stay fit while in prison.
The little features make all the difference when it comes to equipment safety:
- Equipment should have no exposed cables or sharp edges
- Handle grips allow users to get a firm grip on equipment without discomfort
- Grip tape on Plyo Boxes and other equipment helps prevent slip-and-fall accidents
Minimizing Accidents
The prison fitness equipment you choose is just one aspect of keeping gym users safe. If you want to minimize injuries and accidents, you need to maintain your gym equipment and make sure it’s installed properly.
Start by making sure your equipment is on a solid foundation so it’s stable. Bolting prison fitness equipment into concrete helps keep it in place to prevent accidents.
You should also clean and inspect outdoor fitness equipment regularly to prevent damage. Corrosion can cause metal pieces to rust and become brittle, but you can prevent that with routine maintenance. If you notice any damaged paint, fix it as soon as possible to prevent corrosion.
Preventing Tampering
Tampering is a major concern in outdoor gyms for correctional facilities. All prison fitness equipment from TriActive USA features tamper-resistant hardware to make sure nobody can remove any screws, cables or other potentially harmful parts. Tamper-resistant hardware also helps increase the lifespan of outdoor fitness equipment since people can’t tamper with crucial parts.
Creating a Safe Environment
Choosing safe equipment isn’t the only key to maintaining a safe prison gym — it’s up to you to create a safe environment. Make sure your prison gym area has ample lighting and can be
clearly monitored from a distance. You also need to supervise people while they’re working out to make sure they’re not misusing equipment or causing disturbances.
Cameras can also help if you want to keep a watchful eye on your correctional facility gym. Outdoor security systems can be used to monitor a live feed of the gym or record footage that can be reviewed later if there’s an incident.
Finding the Right Equipment
People in prison should have access to the equipment they need to stay physically fit, but it’s up to you to choose the specific equipment. Think about the equipment you’d find in a typical gym and try to emulate that. The goal is to provide enough equipment that everyone can get a varied workout in, including upper body, lower body, plyometrics and cardio.
If you’re having trouble choosing the right equipment, check out some local gyms for inspiration.
Building an Outdoor Gym in Prison
Designing and building a gym for correctional facilities is simple with the help of TriActive USA. Start by making sure you have a solid foundation where you can install your equipment — concrete is ideal for correctional facilities because you can securely bolt down each piece of equipment. This is the space you have for your equipment, so make sure it’s large enough.
Next, find the right exercise machines for inmates. Choose a variety of equipment that allows people to choose how they want to get a full-body workout. Don’t be afraid to double down on popular equipment.
The last step is getting everything installed and adding accessories like lights and cameras. Once your equipment is installed and you’ve figured out all the safety features, you can open your gym to the people in your prison.
Upgrade Your Facility With Prison Fitness Equipment
Rehabilitation and reducing recidivism are the main focuses of correctional facilities, and that starts with ensuring people in prison have the resources they need to improve. Prison fitness equipment helps people in prison stay physically fit, keep busy and reduce stress.
TriActive USA makes it easy to find everything you need for gyms for correctional facilities. Our equipment is tamper-resistant and doesn’t use free weights, so it’s safe for correctional facilities. We even offer everything you need to get a full-body workout.
Want to upgrade your correctional facility with prison fitness equipment? Check out our catalog or contact us to learn more.
Providing an outlet for people in prison is an essential part of rehabilitating them and reducing recidivism. Adding an outdoor gym to a prison is a simple way to make sure everyone has the means to stay physically fit and an outlet for their physical and emotional energy.
When you’re designing an outdoor gym for correctional facilities, safety is paramount. You also want to choose effective prison fitness equipment. Find out how TriActive USA equipment is designed for safety and effectiveness and learn how you can design the best prison gym.
Benefits of Outdoor Gyms in Correctional Facilities
Going to the gym regularly has tons of health benefits, including:
- Improved cardiovascular health
- Weight loss
- Boosted mental and emotional health
- Better sleep
- Reduced stress
- Lower risk of disease
When you’re getting your workout in an outdoor gym, you get the added benefits of sunshine and fresh air. Sunshine helps the body produce vitamin D, which plays a crucial role in regulating the mood.
Outdoor gyms for correctional facilities are even more beneficial because of the effects they have on people in prison. Providing an outlet for people to expend physical and emotional energy can help reduce the rate of recidivism. According to some research, lifting weights may lead to reduced aggression among people in prison.
Physical fitness is vital for everyone, but it’s even more important to ensure people in prison have access to the equipment they need to stay fit and manage their mental and emotional health.
Outdoor Gym Risks & Challenges
Designing and setting up an outdoor gym doesn’t come without risks and challenges.
Safety
Safety is one of the biggest concerns whether you’re designing an outdoor gym for correctional facilities or installing outdoor equipment at a local park. Accidents aren’t uncommon when working out, so it’s important to minimize the risk of injuries and accidents by choosing the right equipment.
Safety is especially important in gyms in correctional facilities, which is why free weights aren’t as common in prison. That’s why all our equipment — from our Eight-Person Modular Series to our Elliptical Cross Trainer — features no exposed cables and is designed to use your body weight to create resistance.
Weather
When it comes to outdoor fitness equipment, weather is one of the biggest obstacles. Most prison fitness equipment is constructed of durable steel so it stands the test of time, but that also means it’s susceptible to corrosion.
Maintaining your outdoor fitness equipment is the best way to prevent corrosion and other weather-related damage. Gym equipment needs to be wiped down and cleaned regularly, and you should fix any damaged paint before water penetrates and causes corrosion.
Ideally, you want to look for prison fitness equipment that’s designed to stand up to harsh weather. Even our more complex machines — like the Accessible Multi-Gym — are powder coated to protect against harsh weather.
Access & availability
At the end of the day, gyms in correctional facilities aren’t very useful if people don’t have access to equipment. Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to provide enough equipment for everyone. If you have a limited number of bench presses or rowing machines, people will have to wait to use the equipment.
Choosing the right prison fitness equipment can help you maximize access and availability so everyone has a chance to work out. Some machines allow for multiple users at once, and you can always double up on the most popular equipment to make sure it’s always available.
Choosing Safe Equipment
Keeping gym users safe starts with choosing the right equipment. All the prison fitness equipment from TriActive USA is designed to use a portion of your body weight to create resistance, which means there are no free weights that can be dropped or used as a weapon. Our equipment is also easy to use, so it’s suitable for anyone from beginners to experts who want to stay fit while in prison.
The little features make all the difference when it comes to equipment safety:
- Equipment should have no exposed cables or sharp edges
- Handle grips allow users to get a firm grip on equipment without discomfort
- Grip tape on Plyo Boxes and other equipment helps prevent slip-and-fall accidents
Minimizing Accidents
The prison fitness equipment you choose is just one aspect of keeping gym users safe. If you want to minimize injuries and accidents, you need to maintain your gym equipment and make sure it’s installed properly.
Start by making sure your equipment is on a solid foundation so it’s stable. Bolting prison fitness equipment into concrete helps keep it in place to prevent accidents.
You should also clean and inspect outdoor fitness equipment regularly to prevent damage. Corrosion can cause metal pieces to rust and become brittle, but you can prevent that with routine maintenance. If you notice any damaged paint, fix it as soon as possible to prevent corrosion.
Preventing Tampering
Tampering is a major concern in outdoor gyms for correctional facilities. All prison fitness equipment from TriActive USA features tamper-resistant hardware to make sure nobody can remove any screws, cables or other potentially harmful parts. Tamper-resistant hardware also helps increase the lifespan of outdoor fitness equipment since people can’t tamper with crucial parts.
Creating a Safe Environment
Choosing safe equipment isn’t the only key to maintaining a safe prison gym — it’s up to you to create a safe environment. Make sure your prison gym area has ample lighting and can be
clearly monitored from a distance. You also need to supervise people while they’re working out to make sure they’re not misusing equipment or causing disturbances.
Cameras can also help if you want to keep a watchful eye on your correctional facility gym. Outdoor security systems can be used to monitor a live feed of the gym or record footage that can be reviewed later if there’s an incident.
Finding the Right Equipment
People in prison should have access to the equipment they need to stay physically fit, but it’s up to you to choose the specific equipment. Think about the equipment you’d find in a typical gym and try to emulate that. The goal is to provide enough equipment that everyone can get a varied workout in, including upper body, lower body, plyometrics and cardio.
If you’re having trouble choosing the right equipment, check out some local gyms for inspiration.
Building an Outdoor Gym in Prison
Designing and building a gym for correctional facilities is simple with the help of TriActive USA. Start by making sure you have a solid foundation where you can install your equipment — concrete is ideal for correctional facilities because you can securely bolt down each piece of equipment. This is the space you have for your equipment, so make sure it’s large enough.
Next, find the right exercise machines for inmates. Choose a variety of equipment that allows people to choose how they want to get a full-body workout. Don’t be afraid to double down on popular equipment.
The last step is getting everything installed and adding accessories like lights and cameras. Once your equipment is installed and you’ve figured out all the safety features, you can open your gym to the people in your prison.
Upgrade Your Facility With Prison Fitness Equipment
Rehabilitation and reducing recidivism are the main focuses of correctional facilities, and that starts with ensuring people in prison have the resources they need to improve. Prison fitness equipment helps people in prison stay physically fit, keep busy and reduce stress.
TriActive USA makes it easy to find everything you need for gyms for correctional facilities. Our equipment is tamper-resistant and doesn’t use free weights, so it’s safe for correctional facilities. We even offer everything you need to get a full-body workout.
Want to upgrade your correctional facility with prison fitness equipment? Check out our catalog or contact us to learn more.
