Research

Evidence-Driven Insights for Industry and Policymakers Physical inactivity has emerged as a key driver of preventable diseases and premature mortality worldwide. Health and fitness facilities, as enablers of regular physical activity, provide professionally guided, evidence-based programs at scale proven to reduce chronic disease risk, improve mental health, and build stronger communities. Yet, access remains uneven,…

The 2024 Latin America Fitness Consumer Survey highlights a region where consumers prioritize health and fitness and favor fitness facilities for their structure and convenience. The full report dives into the vibrant fitness culture of major metropolitan areas in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru, offering actionable insights into consumer preferences and behaviors. For…

After a year of strong recovery and expansion, the 2024 U.S. Health & Fitness Consumer Report reveals that fitness facility memberships reached an all-time high of 72.9 million in 2023, reflecting a 5.8% year-over-year increase. Additionally, the total number of facility users grew by 9.7%, highlighting a renewed focus on health and wellness across the…

As consumers continue to prioritize their well-being, key fitness markets in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Spain, and Japan recorded all-time high participation rates in 2023 while emerging markets in Latin America and Asia demonstrated potential for growth. These insights and more are shared in the 2024 HFA Global Report, which includes rankings of some of…

This publication provides demographics and consumer participation data on American health and fitness facility users. This product is a PDF download. The 2023 U.S. Health & Fitness Consumer Report provides an in-depth look into America’s active consumers, specifically those who use a health club, gym, or studio. This data serves as a valuable resource as you…

The Global Report, an annual best-seller, offers an all-encompassing analysis of the global health and fitness industry. This product is a PDF download. Our findings highlight the health and fitness industry’s demonstrated strong resilience when faced with social and economic circumstances beyond its control. And, as many predicted, members continue to return to health clubs,…

The 2022 IHRSA Health Club Consumer Report provides an in-depth look into America’s active consumers, specifically those who use a health club, gym, or studio. This data provides owners and operators, suppliers, and fitness professionals significant insights to grasp the behaviors of today’s consumers and members. “Our industry is strong and effective because of the…

Commissioned by IHRSA and the Global Health & Fitness Alliance, the Economic Health & Societal Well-being: Quantifying the Impact of the Global Health & Fitness Sector Global Report is a landmark resource for the health and fitness industry. Produced by Deloitte, the report includes critical economic and socioeconomic industry data from 46 countries—totaling 90% of…

This annual publication provides demographics and health, sports, and fitness participation data on America’s health club and studio users. New to this year’s report is an analysis of trends since 2010 as well as the impact of COVID-19 on the fitness consumer. This product is a PDF download. Sponsored by ClubReady. Non-member price is $139.95. Member discounts…

The Next Fitness Consumer Report provides an in-depth analysis of the active fitness consumer post-COVID. A collaborative effort by the IHRSA Foundation and ABC Fitness Solutions, this report is based on a study conducted by ClubIntel. Topics covered in The Next Fitness Consumer Report include: “This Next Fitness Consumer Report gave us timely insight about…

This annual report is an IHRSA bestseller. The Global Report provides a comprehensive overview of the health club industry worldwide, making it a must-have resource for industry insiders, club operators, and other professionals. This product is a PDF download. Following a record-year, the global health club industry entered 2020 with a promising start. Then the…