Attention Men Over 40 – Why gym members fail coming right up!
Sadly, as I’ll cover in this article, few gym members are successful in their fitness journey. I’ll explain why gym members fail and offer a far more effective way to achieve all your health and fitness goals.
As someone who has been involved with gyms since my early teens, I’ve seen firsthand how the fitness industry has evolved over the years.
According to IBIS World, there are over 90,000 gyms and fitness clubs in the US. And the 2023 U.S. Health & Fitness Consumer Report claims there were roughly 82 million Americans with a gym membership.
So, why is it then that over 40% of Americans are obese?
And Americans spend as much as $33.25 billion on gyms, health clubs, fitness centers, and studios.
My journey began when I was stringing squash rackets in my early teens. I had to cycle to the nearby squash courts, which also had a small gym. The gym, run by Mick, the head bouncer of a local nightclub, took up just two squash courts.
Despite the gym’s size, Mick took a genuine interest in me and helped me learn the ropes of weight training.
However, over the next 40 years of being a gym member across various parts of the UK, France, Spain, Portugal, USA, and Thailand, no other gym instructor ever showed the same level of interest and support that Mick did.
High street gyms have gained immense popularity over the years, with people joining primarily to improve their health.
Whether it’s building muscle or losing weight, many individuals turn to gyms to achieve their fitness goals.
Sadly, as I’ll cover in this article, few are successful in their fitness journey. I’ll explain why and offer a far more effective way to achieve all your health and fitness goals.
Plus, I’ll provide you with a no-brainer, mega-discounted offer to give Grey Top Warriors a trial run.
But first, let’s question the necessity of gym memberships for achieving fitness goals.
Are they really the best option, or are there better alternatives?
8 Reasons Why People Don’t Like Gyms and Why Most Gym Members Fail
1. Gyms suck loads of your precious time
A significant amount of time is wasted travelling to and from the gym.
Let’s calculate the time wasted: if you go to the gym 4 times per week. Spending 20 minutes on each trip, over 52 weeks.
That’s just over 138 hours spent just travelling to and from the gym in a year.
That’s about 5.8 days of your life wasted on commuting to the gym annually.
Additionally, time is wasted getting changed and ready to face the public, compared to jumping straight into exercising at home.
Let’s say this takes an extra 10 minutes per gym visit. With 4 visits per week over 52 weeks, that’s an additional 34 hours and 40 minutes spent on getting ready for the gym each year.
Furthermore, there’s time wasted on needless conversations when bumping into other members you barely know.
Even if this only takes 5 minutes per gym visit, that’s still 17 hours and 20 minutes of your time spent on small talk over a year.
In total, that’s a staggering 190 hours, or just over 7.9 days, wasted on non-fitness related activities associated with going to the gym each year.
Imagine what you could achieve with an extra 8 days of productive time annually!
2. Gym memberships can be expensive
According to Statistic Brain the average monthly cost of a gym membership is $58. When I was a gym member at Gold’s Gym in Atlanta I think I was paying about $30 per month but that was in the 90s.
Some gym memberships can be even more expensive, with many charging high monthly or annual fees.
On top of that, there are often additional costs for classes or personal training sessions. Many gyms also require long-term contracts, making it difficult to cancel or change your membership without incurring fees.
3. Gym Members Fail Due to Overcrowding
Gyms can be extremely crowded and busy, especially during peak hours. In my experience I was always waiting for equipment, even when it wasn’t the busiest time of day.
Limited space and overcrowding can make it challenging to complete your workout effectively, causing many gym members to fail in reaching their fitness goals. Moreover, finding parking or lockers can be a hassle, adding to the overall frustration.
4.Gym Members Fail Due to Intimidating Atmospheres
For guys who are particularly out of shape, gyms can feel very intimidating. Being around fit individuals and posers can make guys feel self-conscious about their bodies. This intimidating atmosphere is another reason gym members fail to stick with their fitness routines.
There’s often pressure to conform to certain body types, fitness levels, or even dress codes, which can be discouraging. The lack of privacy and personal space can also make some individuals uncomfortable.
Plus, if you’re unlucky enough to have influencers in your gym, avoiding their video-making can be a right pain in the you-know-what.
5. Inconvenient Locations and Hours
I often train 2-3 times per day, and I would never dream of wasting time driving to the gym multiple times in a day. It’s bad enough wasting time for one trip, as I calculated in point #1.
Gyms may be located far from home or work, making it inconvenient to access them regularly.
Limited operating hours can also make it difficult to accommodate personal schedules, especially for those with busy lives.
Furthermore, accessing facilities during holidays or closures can be problematic.
6. Gym Members Fail Due to Hygiene Concerns
Gyms can be breeding grounds for bacteria and germs, with sweaty and unsanitary equipment being a common issue.
Plus, it’s just disgusting finally getting a bench to do your set, and you find a huge sweat patch on the bench. Yuk!!
The lack of proper cleaning and maintenance can lead to an increased risk of contracting infections or illnesses.
This is a serious concern for many individuals, especially in light of recent global health issues.
7.Lack of Personalized Attention
In most gyms, it can be difficult to get assistance from staff or trainers when you need it.
Many facilities adopt a one-size-fits-all approach to fitness routines, which may not be suitable for everyone.
There’s often a lack of guidance for proper form and technique, which can lead to injuries or ineffective workouts for many inexperienced members.
8. Boring or Monotonous Routines
Gym environments can be repetitive and uninspiring, with limited variety in equipment or classes.
This lack of motivation and engagement can make it challenging to stick to a consistent workout routine. Many people find themselves bored or unmotivated by the monotony of the gym setting.
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