A gym should be a "necessary" business

[Coach is Back!]

Why?

Globally the industry is worth approximately $94bil with 210,000 clubs and 183mil members, this doesn't include all of the other related industries within fitness. The US market alone with almost 40,000 clubs, 62.5 mil members and is estimated at $32billion.

For the purposes of physical and ESPECIALLY mental health, this industry should be deemed "essential”. Just a small example would be the recovering alcoholic or drug addict that turns to the gym as a way out and to help keep them out of alcoholism or drug addiction. There are people like this in every gym in America.

What the Government doesn't deem a "essential" business for some is an ABSOLUTELY essential for others, not just for the economy's sake but for people's health and peace of mind. What you'll likely see during this pandemic and this is just from not being able to workout (define that any way you want),

Depression, anxiety, IMMUNE SYSTEMS getting weaker, mental breakdowns, going back to old habits (ie; drinking, drugs, etc), increase in domestic violence, possible suicide (a combination of the current situation, economy, family problems, etc) there has to be a relief mechanism, the gym Is usually it.

Bottom line is if the business follows the mandated guidelines such as social distancing, no more than 10 people at a gathering, disinfect equipment before and after use and regulating, on a time block of how many people can come in per hour or every two hours or whatever the owners and management decide, keeping the facility clean on an hourly basis then there shouldn't be a problem.

Of course, a grocery store is a necessity, but most stores are not regulating how many people come in or out, the only story I've seen do this on the daily is Trader Joes. It's hard to make the argument that a grocery store (as an example) is cleaner than a well ran gym.

This BS that makes little sense has gone on long enough.

  

[Bevo]

Coach melting down?

It’s going to go on even longer 

[Coach is Back!]

Coach melting down?

It’s going to go on even longer 

How about instead of being a smartass that usually has little to contribute, how about civil discussion...or just don't post in this thread.

[Dave D]

You will get no arguments on this from me.

The only downside is you would have the mainland Chinese sitting in the sauna and steam rooms for hours on end.

[Hypertrophy]

I agree coach. How long  have we heard how exercise is critical to our well being ? At least 50 years. And the first chance they get, governments shut down gyms, trails, you name it. Ironically viruses get destroyed in fresh air and sunlight.   

[Dave D]

Coach what did you do with all your equipment from your gym?

Was it all sold? Leased?

[Roast Beef Pecs]

Why?

Globally the industry is worth approximately $94bil with 210,000 clubs and 183mil members, this doesn't include all of the other related industries within fitness. The US market alone with almost 40,000 clubs, 62.5 mil members and is estimated at $32billion.

For the purposes of physical and ESPECIALLY mental health, this industry should be deemed "necessary". Just a small example would be the recovering alcoholic or drug addict that turns to the gym as a way out and to help keep them out of alcoholism or drug addiction. There are people like this in every gym in America.

What the Government doesn't deem a "necessary" business for some is an ABSOLUTE necessity for others, not just for the economy's sake but for people's health and peace of mind. What you'll likely see during this pandemic and this is just from not being able to workout (define that any way you want),

Depression, anxiety, IMMUNE SYSTEMS getting weaker, mental breakdowns, going back to old habits (ie; drinking, drugs, etc), increase in domestic violence, possible suicide (a combination of the current situation, economy, family problems, etc) there has to be a relief mechanism, the gym Is usually it.

Bottom line is if the business follows the mandated guidelines such as social distancing, no more than 10 people at a gathering, disinfect equipment before and after use and regulating, on a time block of how many people can come in per hour or every two hours or whatever the owners and management decide, keeping the facility clean on an hourly basis then there shouldn't be a problem.

Of course, a grocery store is a necessity, but most stores are not regulating how many people come in or out, the only story I've seen do this on the daily is Trader Joes. It's hard to make the argument that a grocery store (as an example) is cleaner than a well ran gym.

This bullshit that makes little sense has gone on long enough.

  

It must be especially tough with that contest coming up, knowing that some contestants have access to pretty damn good home gyms. And some don't.

[Coach is Back!]

have you written to Mr Trump about this yet - might be more effective than yabbering on here ?

Yeah, nice try. These decisions were handed off to state and local governments. I was going to add in something for the nevertrumper and libs that like to blame him for everything until you realize that these people arent' intelligent enough to reason with. Hope that helped!

[Coach is Back!]

It must be especially tough with that contest coming up, knowing that some contestants have access to pretty damn good home gyms. And some don't.

I would still win but I'm not showing up to a show looking half assed.

[The Keto Kid]

I severely miss the gym, with that being said a gym is probably one of the most bacteria infested germ laden environments a human can enter.

[Roast Beef Pecs]

I would still win but I'm not showing up to a show looking half assed.

I'm sure the show will go on without you  

[Dave D]

I'm sure the show will go on without you  

It won’t be going on without him.

Do you even lift bro?

[honest]

I dont agree with it either and it reminds me of prisons where they have removed equipment as they dont want the inmates too big and strong, plenty of government types especially democrat types would prefer low testoerone left thinking skinny liberals for the population.

[Coach is Back!]

I'm sure the show will go on without you  

There’s still 15 weeks until the Nationals but I have a feeling it’s getting cancelled anyway. I’m still dieting and doing cardio.

[Coach is Back!]

Coach what did you do with all your equipment from your gym?

Was it all sold? Leased?

Sold it all 🙁

[el numero uno]

Why?

Globally the industry is worth approximately $94bil with 210,000 clubs and 183mil members, this doesn't include all of the other related industries within fitness. The US market alone with almost 40,000 clubs, 62.5 mil members and is estimated at $32billion.

For the purposes of physical and ESPECIALLY mental health, this industry should be deemed "necessary". Just a small example would be the recovering alcoholic or drug addict that turns to the gym as a way out and to help keep them out of alcoholism or drug addiction. There are people like this in every gym in America.

What the Government doesn't deem a "necessary" business for some is an ABSOLUTE necessity for others, not just for the economy's sake but for people's health and peace of mind. What you'll likely see during this pandemic and this is just from not being able to workout (define that any way you want),

Depression, anxiety, IMMUNE SYSTEMS getting weaker, mental breakdowns, going back to old habits (ie; drinking, drugs, etc), increase in domestic violence, possible suicide (a combination of the current situation, economy, family problems, etc) there has to be a relief mechanism, the gym Is usually it.

Bottom line is if the business follows the mandated guidelines such as social distancing, no more than 10 people at a gathering, disinfect equipment before and after use and regulating, on a time block of how many people can come in per hour or every two hours or whatever the owners and management decide, keeping the facility clean on an hourly basis then there shouldn't be a problem.

Of course, a grocery store is a necessity, but most stores are not regulating how many people come in or out, the only story I've seen do this on the daily is Trader Joes. It's hard to make the argument that a grocery store (as an example) is cleaner than a well ran gym.

This bullshit that makes little sense has gone on long enough.

  

I'm sorry that you're taking such a financial hit, but I cannot grasp my head around the idea of a gym being a necessity.

Most gym goers do it for vanity purposes. The amount of people doing it for health reasons must be quite small.

[Coach is Back!]

I severely miss the gym, with that being said a gym is probably one of the most bacteria infested germ laden environments a human can enter.

Being bacteria infested can be absolutely controlled, depends on the owner, cleaning schedules and staff. My facility were 90% athletes, we had 65 yards of indoor turf that was also 20 yards wide.

Warm-ups, speed work, etc were all done before coming into the weight training area and they were sweating like pigs but every hour before and after sessions equipment was wiped clean and the plates and heavy equipment were sprayed with Lysol 2-3x per day and at closing.

[Roast Beef Pecs]

There’s still 15 weeks until the Nationals but I have a feeling it’s getting cancelled anyway. I’m still dieting and doing cardio.

Cardio ain't gonna get you those peaks.

[Coach is Back!]

I'm sorry that you're taking such a financial hit, but I cannot grasp my head around the idea of a gym being a necessity.

Most gym goers do it for vanity purposes. The amount of people doing it for health reasons must be quite small.

Appreciate it but we don’t have the gym anymore so the only financial hit we’re taking is in the markets and apparel is down a little.

You’re right, some don’t consider it necessity but I would probably say that most that have been training and use it as an “out” do. Some of what I wrote might have been out of selfishness but the sincerity with everyone else is real.

[Coach is Back!]

Cardio ain't gonna get you those peaks.

No, but it will help me stay lean.

[Roast Beef Pecs]

No, but it will help me stay lean.

Lol....don't buy into the cardio myth.

[Teutonic Knight 1]

New underground gym industry could start , just like garage barber shops .

[oldtimer1]

Lol....don't buy into the cardio myth.

Not a myth. One horribly constructed study was published by the NY Times and now it's accepted as Gospel.  If you want real research look to Kenneth Cooper's 52 year research. I could have 800 studies and with one opposition study people walk around like they know the valid truth.  It reminds me of the anti vaccination crowd.

[SOMEPARTS]

If I owned a gym I would be more concerned about liability of being open right now.

[che]

Why?

Globally the industry is worth approximately $94bil with 210,000 clubs and 183mil members, this doesn't include all of the other related industries within fitness. The US market alone with almost 40,000 clubs, 62.5 mil members and is estimated at $32billion.

For the purposes of physical and ESPECIALLY mental health, this industry should be deemed "necessary". Just a small example would be the recovering alcoholic or drug addict that turns to the gym as a way out and to help keep them out of alcoholism or drug addiction. There are people like this in every gym in America.

What the Government doesn't deem a "necessary" business for some is an ABSOLUTE necessity for others, not just for the economy's sake but for people's health and peace of mind. What you'll likely see during this pandemic and this is just from not being able to workout (define that any way you want),

Depression, anxiety, IMMUNE SYSTEMS getting weaker, mental breakdowns, going back to old habits (ie; drinking, drugs, etc), increase in domestic violence, possible suicide (a combination of the current situation, economy, family problems, etc) there has to be a relief mechanism, the gym Is usually it.

Bottom line is if the business follows the mandated guidelines such as social distancing, no more than 10 people at a gathering, disinfect equipment before and after use and regulating, on a time block of how many people can come in per hour or every two hours or whatever the owners and management decide, keeping the facility clean on an hourly basis then there shouldn't be a problem.

Of course, a grocery store is a necessity, but most stores are not regulating how many people come in or out, the only story I've seen do this on the daily is Trader Joes. It's hard to make the argument that a grocery store (as an example) is cleaner than a well ran gym.

This bullshit that makes little sense has gone on long enough.

  

There are plenty of body weight exercises you can do without any equipment