Gym Is the Place To Be For Gen-Z

In the UK, a record number of young people are going to the gym. For many young people, going to the gym is no longer a luxury but rather a necessity. In some ways, gyms have become a third space for young people, especially at a time when there aren’t many places to hang out with friends.

A survey by the Gym Group reveals that young people are more likely to make friends at the gym than at the pub. But there’s a deeper explanation for why young people are taking up gym in record numbers. In times of uncertainty, we look for routine and structure to feel in control and make sense of the world around us. This is the same reason we are seeing a growing obsession with wellness. Think supplements, microdosing, daily coffee or tea rituals, and slow mornings. These are all ways to try to regain a sense of control.

source: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/may/15/why-gym-place-to-be-uk-gen-z