Below are the survey results for the last few months. Thanks to all who voted! These insights are extremely interesting and helpful as the industry moves forward.
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8.16.2020
- Just about 41% believe that it’s either “almost essential” or important that the gym equipment was made in their country. Therefore, a majority of respondents are either neutral or feel that it’s not important.
- The distribution of “made in your country” equipment is relatively spread out. There are some with very little and others with a lot of gym equipment that was made in their country.
- If you had to choose between Rogue, Force USA, Rep Fitness and Sorinex, which would you go with? All of these have different price points, equipment for a certain amount of space, etc, but Rogue received about 2 out of 3 votes, leading the way. Rep Fitness was a distant second with 21%.
- Over 3 out of 4 say that they lift with pounds exclusively.
- This may be a biased question to ask a group of home gym owners, but only 32% do not believe that the popularity of home gyms will not pass commercial gyms.
- Many have been busy lately in adding to their gym even though it can be tough to get equipment right now. Over 70% of respondents have either added to their gym or started their gym since quarantine started.
- A massive amount of space is not something that most are dealing with. Over half are working with around 200 sq feet or less.
- Ceiling heights vary quite a bit, but most are not dealing with a ton of head room.
- The primary reason that people train is for physical health. Mental health came in at #2.
- When asked about the #2 reason you train, the most popular answer was to look good with mental health as a close second.
In the Sunday Survey Discussion, it was asked, “What’s your favorite or most helpful item in the home gym that is not workout equipment? Top answers included:
- Dry Erase Board
- Sound System
- Flags
- Timers
- A Fan or Heater
- Cordless Leaf Blower
- Broomstick or PVC Pipe
- The Fridge
- Mirror
- Baby Monitor
- Smart TV or Streaming Tool
You can scroll through the answers in the post below.
6.13 – Have You Heard of these Companies?
Below you’ll see the results from June compared to the February. Key points include:
- Rogue continues to be the most well-known company on this list and the top 3 did not change.
- Those that fell the most include Raptor Fitness, Body-Solid Fitness, Fringe Sport, and Get RXd
- Gorila Fitness, I Sell Fitness, Tuff Stuff Fitness, and Fray Fitness had the largest improvements.
Here is another view of the results:
A few notes on this survey:
- There have been a lot of new followers since the pandemic started. Therefore, there are probably a lot of new voters in June compared to February.
- It’s a tough (and probably unfair) comparison when you add a list with so many companies. There are established brands that have a nationwide reach, and others who are happy to just be a “regional” or “local” brand. In addition, some have equipment designed to help a certain type of training (i.e. powerlifting, CrossFit) so the reach may not be as large. This is just something to keep in mind.
- Just because someone has heard of a certain company does not mean that they will consider purchasing from them.
- The only way to respond to this survey was through the Instagram Survey in a 24-hour time frame. Therefore, it is assumed that many of those answering the questions are the most engaged home gym owners.
- This analysis is done every fourth month, so it will happen again in October.
7.6.2020
- When asked whether you’d rather have any specialty bar or 3 pairs of dumbbells, the voting was split 50/50.
- 63% say that they read “expert reviews” for most gym equipment purchases.
- 66% would rather read 5 consumer reviews than 1 “expert review.”
- 37% believe that Rogue will IPO
7.12.2020
- Only 16% have ever passed on buying something for their gym due to being afraid of installing or assembling the item. In addition, only 6% have ever not been able to assemble something they’ve purchased.
- 15% have returned gym equipment.
- 65% say that Westside Spacing is their ideal spacing for holes on a power rack.
7.19.2020
- 56% see a need for specialty barbells.
- Training for life over Training is life
What’s the best piece of equipment you own for under $50? Highlights include:
- Bands
- Pulley systems
- Jump ropes
- Fat Gripz
- Rings
- Kettle Gryp
- Ab Wheel
- Foam Roller
All answers below
Should people stop complaining about equipment shipping costs? 52% say yes. In the IG post 👇 you’ll find:
- Small business owners explaining why shipping is the way that it is.
- Others telling us that just because one company offers free shipping doesn’t mean that it’s actually free for them to ship. It’s just baked into the price.
- Some comparing companies that offer free shipping vs. those that do not.
- Overall, those that said we should stop complaining definitely won the argument.
8.9.2020
- 67% say that they have focused more on their physical health since quarantine. That is probably a number that is much lower than those without a home gym.
- 37% usually go to another gym during quarantine, but only 21% are going to one now (in addition to their home gym).
- 48% say that their children get involved around the home gym.
The Sunday Survey Discussion asked, “What’s the biggest benefit to owning a home gym?” Top responses included:
- Saving time, so that you had time to do more of what you love to do like spend time with your family. This had the most responses by far.
- Less Distractions
- Privacy
- Don’t have to deal with others that you wish not to or share equipment
- It’s always open
- Workout at your own pace.
- No pants was mentioned a few times….
- More sanitary
- Listen to your favorite music
- No judgement
- No gas used
- Kids can get involved and watch work out
- Headphone-less workouts
View all answers in the post below”
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