The gym business in Qatar is booming. From 2006 to 2012, the fitness industry grew by a whopping 34.4%! This Middle East nation is catching on to health and wellness trends and implementing them to suit the local culture. Exercising is on the rise for the following reasons. 1. Disposable Income With just 2.6 million […]
At Used Gym Equipment, we are always excited to make our customers’ gym visions into reality. We were happy to work with renowned fitness personality Dave Fisher to furnish his gym with up to date equipment. Fisher, the winner of the 1993 International Federeration of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) North American Overall title, is the […]
The gym industry in Saudi Arabia is part of the growing trend towards fitness in the Middle East. Fitness services like classic gyms, personal training studios and group exercise studios have seen double digit compound annual growth rate (CAGR) increases from the years 2012-2017. There are many factors contributing towards these gains. 1. Population Growth […]
Not unlike many other countries worldwide, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is struggling with obesity and the health problems that arise alongside it. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 80% of men and 67% of women in the UAE are currently overweight. Conditions such as Type 2 Diabetes, Heart Disease and Auto Immune Diseases are […]
In the past, gyms may have been a line item on a to do list for developers and property managers of residential complexes. With the rise in health and wellness trends, people are looking for a fitness center amenity that is well thought out and catered to their needs. In fact, 55% of possible residents […]
Hotels are increasingly being geared toward an upgraded “at home” experience. Hotel stays are now meant to have all the comforts of home with the increased amenities that a hotel has to offer. With health and wellness being a large part of both business and leisure travelers’ routines, hotels are taking notice and keeping up […]
Is your club terrible at selling gym memberships? It’s ok – you’re not alone. Despite your big heart and your passion for helping the community address their fitness and health, selling gym memberships is not about pitching your facilities and pricing alone, there is a lot more to it than that. Chances are, prospects approach […]
How and Why To Get A Preventive Maintenance Program Truth: Gyms can benefit from a preventive maintenance programs as they keep equipment in top condition, ensuring that equipment continues to function well. But a PM program must be administered correctly for the best results. What is preventive maintenance, anyway? Improving equipment life-span, preventive maintenance includes […]
7 Gym Management Tips Owning a fitness business isn’t only about having the best trainers in town, getting topnotch equipment or being in an ideal high-traffic location, but also about managing it well. No matter how prepared you are in building a gym, you should not miss the all-important aspect of health club management because […]
8 Questions to Ask When Opening a Fitness Studio You have been in the fitness industry for years working as a fitness coach, but now you are thinking of venturing out your own and opening a gym. You want to take on this challenge, to be your own boss and run your studio. […]
