You have to maximize signal to noise by preventing sound from entering the room as much as possible and then trapping whatever enters the room so it cannot reflect into the microphone. Then, choose a good mic for close micing that is not overly sensitive and has a pattern that only captures what is directly in front of it, i.e. a cardioid (not super- or hyper-) pattern with the least sensitive part of the mic aimed at the loudest source of sound you do not want to record.
Heavy, blocking drapes can help some and broadband trapping behind you will reduce reflections that will also enter the mic.
I’d suggest a smaller diaphragm mic and a good boom stand to let you work in placement. Then just keep experimenting.
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