Fitness & Wellness
Survey finds one-third of Americans belong to gyms or health clubs
Published in Women's Health Weekly, November 10th, 2005
In addition, about 15% of the population says they plan to join a gym or health club in the next 6 months.
The study, U.S. Consumer Luxury Services Outlook, examined the use of and spending on an assortment of health and fitness services among U.S. households. Other findings of the study include:
-12% use or plan to start using a personal trainer
-24% use or plan to start using a nutritionist or weight control program
While rates of gym membership are fairly constant across the...
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