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Utegymmet från Omnigym på Vardagas vårdboende

Nursing home, Bunkeflostrand

Enhanced health and quality of life

Installed in 2024 and 2025

At the nursing home Vardaga Nattsländan in Bunkeflostrand, Sweden the staff wanted to enrich everyday life by introducing new opportunities for physical activity for residents with varying levels of mobility, from independent to those requiring more extensive care. The goal was clear: to provide an environment for exercise that is safe, enjoyable, and social, where physical activity becomes a natural part of everyday life. The age range of residents is from 37 to 90. 
Vardaga Nattsländan utegym
Vardaga Nattsländan utegym Omnigym

Challenge

Previously, Nattsländan lacked an easily accessible and suitable exercise option for residents. As a result, many experienced a largely sedentary daily routine, increasing the risk of declining strength, balance, and overall well-being. Creating a training space close to the residence, where all residents could participate regardless of ability, became a priority.

Solution

After evaluating several options, the Nattsländan team found Omnigym's solution to be the best fit for their needs with the equipment's adaptability and wide usability. The gym is designed to:

  • Support everyday functional strength: Equipment focuses on movements directly transferable to daily activities, such as standing up from a chair or improving balance.
  • Accommodate all ability levels and ages: Adjustable resistance allows both beginners or residents with limited mobility and more experienced users to train effectively.
  • Encourage social interaction: Training can be done in groups or individually, fostering social engagement and a sense of community.

The gym was strategically placed directly adjacent to the care home, providing a natural change of environment without the need for travel or extra staff, lowering the barrier to regular activity.

Träning i sittande rodd på Vardaga Nattsländans utegym från Omnigym
Träning i benpress på Vardaga Nattsländans utegym från Omnigym

Results

The outdoor gym has quickly become an appreciated part of daily life at Nattsländan. Key benefits include:

  • Increased physical activity: Residents use the gym both during scheduled sessions and spontaneously.
  • Positive impact on wellbeing: Residents report feeling stronger, more confident in their mobility, and motivated to continue exercising.
  • Staff benefits: Staff members also use the gym during breaks, contributing to better workplace wellbeing and overall health.

“It’s never too late to start training, and when you realize you can do something on your own, that’s when you grow.” – Stefan Möller, Physiotherapist at Nattsländan

Vardaga Nattsländans utegym

Summary

This project demonstrates how a welcoming, accessible, and functional outdoor gym can become an integral part of life in a nursing home, with tangible benefits for physical and mental health, social connection, and quality of life. By choosing Omnigym, Vardaga Nattsländan has created an environment where exercise naturally fits into daily routines, for both residents and staff.