GITNUXREPORT 2025

Lift Statistics

Lift capitalizes on global fitness growth, tech trends, and demographic shifts.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Approximately 25% of gym members who use personal trainers stay consistent with their workouts longer than those who train alone

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The most popular strength training exercise among beginners is the squat

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60% of gym members prefer free weights over machines

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The median age of gym-goers in the US is 41 years old

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Approximately 70% of gym members hold memberships for more than a year

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In the US, women are the fastest-growing demographic in gym memberships, increasing by 8% over five years

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About 65% of gym members use cardio equipment regularly

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The average gym membership cost in the US is $58 per month

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Approximately 40% of gym members are under 34 years old

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Nearly 10% of gym memberships in the US are purchased online

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The number of women using strength training equipment increased by 24% from 2018 to 2022

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The rise of boutique gyms has contributed to an 8% annual growth in specialty fitness centers

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The percentage of gym members engaging in group classes has increased to 45% in recent years

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The average cost for a personal training session in the US is $65

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The majority of gym memberships are paid through annual or semi-annual billing cycles, with 35% opting for monthly plans

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Over 60% of gym members track their workouts using fitness apps or devices

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The top reason for gym membership cancellation is lack of time, cited by 55% of members

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Approximately 67% of fitness club members participate in multiple types of fitness activities

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The percentage of people who prefer online fitness training increased from 10% in 2020 to 33% in 2023

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Over 90% of gym members use their membership at least twice a week

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The average wait time to see a personal trainer in a busy gym is about 15 minutes

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Approximately 30% of gym members use nutritional supplements during their workouts

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The most common fitness goal among gym members is weight loss, cited by 52%

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The number of gyms offering virtual classes increased by 45% from 2019 to 2022

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78% of fitness club members believe that technology positively impacts their workout experience

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The average monthly spend on fitness apparel among gym members is $42

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About 55% of gym members prefer working out during mornings

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The percentage of gym members that participate in personal training sessions increased by 10% between 2018 and 2022

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The average gym-goer attends 3.2 times per week

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Over 40% of gym members engage in outdoor fitness activities occasionally

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The cost of gym memberships varies significantly by country, with average monthly costs being $65 in the US, €35 in Europe, and $20 in India

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The most common reason for choosing a gym is proximity to home or work, cited by 60% of members

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Nearly 50% of gym members participate in wellness or nutrition classes

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The percentage of gym members who use wearable fitness trackers increased by 35% from 2018 to 2022

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Top reasons for workout plateaus include insufficient intensity and lack of variation, according to fitness coaches

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22% of gym members feel they do not receive enough guidance from staff

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The number of fitness influencers on social media increased by over 50% between 2020 and 2023

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Resistance training can increase muscle mass by up to 50% in older adults

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Over 80% of gym members have access to outpatient physical therapy services

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The most common injury among weightlifters is lower back strain, accounting for 30% of weightlifting injuries

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The average age of professional bodybuilders is 34 years old

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Women who include strength training in their routines are 20% less likely to suffer from osteoporosis

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80% of gym members report improvements in mental health after regular exercise

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The global fitness equipment market was valued at approximately $11 billion in 2022

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The US home gym equipment market was valued at $3.7 billion in 2021

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The global personal training services market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2023 to 2030

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In 2022, the number of fitness clubs worldwide reached over 200,000

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The global strength training equipment market is projected to reach $4.8 billion by 2025

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Personal trainers in the US earn on average $60,000 annually

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The number of workout apps downloaded globally exceeded 600 million in 2022

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The global market for wearable fitness devices was valued at $24 billion in 2022

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The average annual revenue of a typical gym is around $400,000

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The number of certifications for personal trainers increased by 15% from 2019 to 2022

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The global market for gym wear is projected to reach $185 billion by 2026

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The fitness industry has a projected global CAGR of 5.8% from 2023 to 2030

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The use of virtual reality (VR) in fitness training is growing at an annual rate of 20%

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The average number of lifts per gym session is 3.5

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The percentage of Americans who exercise regularly increased from 19% in 2000 to 24% in 2020

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The average duration of a typical gym workout session is about 45 minutes

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High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has become the most popular workout trend, with 28% of gym-goers participating regularly

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Over 50% of gym members have a workout routine that includes strength, cardio, and flexibility training

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Muscle hypertrophy occurs most significantly during resistance training sessions lasting between 30 to 60 minutes

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The average number of calories burned during a 45-minute strength training session is approximately 250-300 calories

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Key Highlights

The global fitness equipment market was valued at approximately $11 billion in 2022
The US home gym equipment market was valued at $3.7 billion in 2021
Approximately 25% of gym members who use personal trainers stay consistent with their workouts longer than those who train alone
The average number of lifts per gym session is 3.5
The most popular strength training exercise among beginners is the squat
60% of gym members prefer free weights over machines
The median age of gym-goers in the US is 41 years old
Approximately 70% of gym members hold memberships for more than a year
The global personal training services market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2023 to 2030
In 2022, the number of fitness clubs worldwide reached over 200,000
In the US, women are the fastest-growing demographic in gym memberships, increasing by 8% over five years
The percentage of Americans who exercise regularly increased from 19% in 2000 to 24% in 2020
Resistance training can increase muscle mass by up to 50% in older adults

With a global fitness equipment market valued at over $11 billion and rising personal training services projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.1%, Lift is revolutionizing how millions worldwide unlock their strength and health goals through innovative, data-driven solutions.

Consumer Behavior and Preferences

Approximately 25% of gym members who use personal trainers stay consistent with their workouts longer than those who train alone
The most popular strength training exercise among beginners is the squat
60% of gym members prefer free weights over machines
The median age of gym-goers in the US is 41 years old
Approximately 70% of gym members hold memberships for more than a year
In the US, women are the fastest-growing demographic in gym memberships, increasing by 8% over five years
About 65% of gym members use cardio equipment regularly
The average gym membership cost in the US is $58 per month
Approximately 40% of gym members are under 34 years old
Nearly 10% of gym memberships in the US are purchased online
The number of women using strength training equipment increased by 24% from 2018 to 2022
The rise of boutique gyms has contributed to an 8% annual growth in specialty fitness centers
The percentage of gym members engaging in group classes has increased to 45% in recent years
The average cost for a personal training session in the US is $65
The majority of gym memberships are paid through annual or semi-annual billing cycles, with 35% opting for monthly plans
Over 60% of gym members track their workouts using fitness apps or devices
The top reason for gym membership cancellation is lack of time, cited by 55% of members
Approximately 67% of fitness club members participate in multiple types of fitness activities
The percentage of people who prefer online fitness training increased from 10% in 2020 to 33% in 2023
Over 90% of gym members use their membership at least twice a week
The average wait time to see a personal trainer in a busy gym is about 15 minutes
Approximately 30% of gym members use nutritional supplements during their workouts
The most common fitness goal among gym members is weight loss, cited by 52%
The number of gyms offering virtual classes increased by 45% from 2019 to 2022
78% of fitness club members believe that technology positively impacts their workout experience
The average monthly spend on fitness apparel among gym members is $42
About 55% of gym members prefer working out during mornings
The percentage of gym members that participate in personal training sessions increased by 10% between 2018 and 2022
The average gym-goer attends 3.2 times per week
Over 40% of gym members engage in outdoor fitness activities occasionally
The cost of gym memberships varies significantly by country, with average monthly costs being $65 in the US, €35 in Europe, and $20 in India
The most common reason for choosing a gym is proximity to home or work, cited by 60% of members
Nearly 50% of gym members participate in wellness or nutrition classes
The percentage of gym members who use wearable fitness trackers increased by 35% from 2018 to 2022
Top reasons for workout plateaus include insufficient intensity and lack of variation, according to fitness coaches
22% of gym members feel they do not receive enough guidance from staff
The number of fitness influencers on social media increased by over 50% between 2020 and 2023

Consumer Behavior and Preferences Interpretation

With over 90% of gym members working out at least twice a week and 60% citing proximity as their primary reason for choosing a gym, it's evident that while technology and trendy boutique gyms are rising, the secret to fitness persistence remains—location, dedication, and a dash of digital motivation.

Health and Wellness Outcomes

Resistance training can increase muscle mass by up to 50% in older adults
Over 80% of gym members have access to outpatient physical therapy services
The most common injury among weightlifters is lower back strain, accounting for 30% of weightlifting injuries
The average age of professional bodybuilders is 34 years old
Women who include strength training in their routines are 20% less likely to suffer from osteoporosis
80% of gym members report improvements in mental health after regular exercise

Health and Wellness Outcomes Interpretation

While lifting muscles can bolster bones and minds alike, nearly a third of weightlifters still grapple with lower back strains—reminding us that in the gym, gains often come with a risk, but the benefits for older adults and women prove that strength is truly timeless.

Market Size and Valuation

The global fitness equipment market was valued at approximately $11 billion in 2022
The US home gym equipment market was valued at $3.7 billion in 2021
The global personal training services market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2023 to 2030
In 2022, the number of fitness clubs worldwide reached over 200,000
The global strength training equipment market is projected to reach $4.8 billion by 2025
Personal trainers in the US earn on average $60,000 annually
The number of workout apps downloaded globally exceeded 600 million in 2022
The global market for wearable fitness devices was valued at $24 billion in 2022
The average annual revenue of a typical gym is around $400,000
The number of certifications for personal trainers increased by 15% from 2019 to 2022
The global market for gym wear is projected to reach $185 billion by 2026
The fitness industry has a projected global CAGR of 5.8% from 2023 to 2030

Market Size and Valuation Interpretation

With the fitness industry surging skyward and over 200,000 gyms worldwide, it’s clear that whether you're lifting cash, weights, or just your smartphone, everyone’s invested in getting stronger—economically, physically, and digitally.

Technological Innovations in Fitness

The use of virtual reality (VR) in fitness training is growing at an annual rate of 20%

Technological Innovations in Fitness Interpretation

With fitness enthusiasts embracing virtual reality at a 20% annual clip, it seems the future of working out is increasingly virtualized—where every sweat session might just be a pixelated push-up away from reality.

Workout Patterns and Exercise Trends

The average number of lifts per gym session is 3.5
The percentage of Americans who exercise regularly increased from 19% in 2000 to 24% in 2020
The average duration of a typical gym workout session is about 45 minutes
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has become the most popular workout trend, with 28% of gym-goers participating regularly
Over 50% of gym members have a workout routine that includes strength, cardio, and flexibility training
Muscle hypertrophy occurs most significantly during resistance training sessions lasting between 30 to 60 minutes
The average number of calories burned during a 45-minute strength training session is approximately 250-300 calories

Workout Patterns and Exercise Trends Interpretation

Despite Americans increasing their gym attendance from 19% to 24% over two decades, the typical session—featuring about 3.5 lifts over 45 minutes—reflects a balance of concise, targeted efforts, with HIIT reigning supreme and half of gym-goers embracing diverse routines, all culminating in roughly 250-300 calories burned per session, underscoring that quality often trumps quantity in today’s fitness landscape.