ATN Week in Review: US Gym Traffic Is Slowing Down – Should Operators Be Worried?

New data suggests post-pandemic growth in the fitness sector may be leveling off, prompting questions about long-term traffic trends for gym operators.

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ATN Week in Review: US Gym Traffic Is Slowing Down – Should Operators Be Worried?

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New data from the Health & Fitness Association suggests that post-pandemic growth in the fitness sector may be leveling off, prompting questions about long-term traffic trends for gym operators. US gym traffic is slowing down after a record-breaking 2025.

Press esc to close× | | | | | --- | --- | --- | | | | | | --- | --- | | | × | | search | | Custom Search | | | | --- | --- | | | Sort by Relevance Date | Fitness Business ATN Week in Review: US Gym Traffic Is Slowing Down – Should Operators Be Worried? Josh Liberatore July 24, 2026 - Share on Facebook - Share on Twitter - Share via Email credit: Ivan Kurmyshov/shutterstock.com New data from the Health & Fitness Association suggests that while the gym sector is still going strong, the incredible period of post-pandemic growth may… Membership Required This article is for ATN Pro members only.

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This story was originally published by Josh Liberatore in Athletech News on July 24, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.

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