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Gyms emerge as Gen Z's new social hub, outpacing VC investment

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Gyms and health clubs are experiencing a resurgence in popularity, with Americans making nearly 7 billion visits in 2025, a record high. This trend is particularly strong among Gen Z, who are increasingly using these facilities as social hubs, akin to traditional "third places" like bars or cafes. Despite this boom in physical attendance and community building, venture capital has largely overlooked the operational side, focusing instead on wearable technology and software platforms. AI

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Gyms emerge as Gen Z's new social hub, outpacing VC investment

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Josipa Majic Predin, Contributor ·

    Gyms Became The New Third Place And Venture Capital Missed It

    Gen Z made gyms the new third place, driving record memberships. Venture capital funded Oura and Whoop instead. The real opportunity sits above the lease.

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