A national survey* from Planet Fitness Inc. found nine in 10 (91 percent) Americans with a resolution in mind are setting one specific to fitness in the New Year.
Among those doing so said it’s because they want to be healthier (72 percent), feel better about themselves (61 percent), reduce stress (54 percent), look better (53 percent), or make positive changes in their lives (53 percent).
The survey also found a balanced approach to exercise. More than half (54 percent) of those with health and wellness resolutions would like to stick with a fitness routine even if it’s exercising a few minutes a day to improve health and wellness. One in two (50 percent) of those with a health and wellness resolution is making one specifically about balancing their physical and mental health.
“Motivation is one of the biggest obstacles to fitness and after such a difficult year, it’s more important than ever to break free from 2020 and start 2021 with hope and optimism. We encourage everyone to get moving and experience all the physical and mental benefits that exercise offers,” said Jeremy Tucker, chief marketing officer at Planet Fitness. “Planet Fitness will continue to provide a safe and Judgement Free environment for our members to support them on their fitness journeys and help them achieve their goals. We invite everyone into our spacious fitness facilities to see how committed we are to our members’ well-being in a clean and welcoming environment.”
*The findings came from an online survey conducted by Kelton Global to 1,003 nationally representative Americans ages 18 and over. Additional findings from the survey are here.
