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• Published on 25 July 2025
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Beyond the Treadmill: Sizing Up the Fitness Sector
I must confess, I used to scoff at people who wore gym clothes to do their weekly shop. It seemed a bit much, a performative display of health in the biscuit aisle. But I was wrong. It wasn't a fad. It was the beginning of a fundamental shift in how we live, and more importantly for us, how we spend our money. What was once a discretionary purchase, like a fancy gym membership, has become as essential as the weekly food bill for a huge swathe of the population. And where consistent spending goes, savvy investors should at least take a look.
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The real genius of this revolution isn't just about getting people to exercise more. It's about turning athletic brands into lifestyle statements. Look at Nike. For decades it sold shoes for running. Now, it sells an identity. The same goes for Lululemon, which has masterfully convinced a generation that its yoga pants are perfectly acceptable attire for, well, just about anything. This "athleisure" trend is more than just a fashion moment. It reflects a permanent change in our culture, accelerated by the move to more flexible working. When your office is your living room, comfort becomes king. These companies aren't just selling clothes, they are selling a modern uniform, and they are charging a handsome premium for it.
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Then there’s the technology. To me, this is the most fascinating part of the story. Take Peloton. It took a simple, rather boring piece of equipment, the exercise bike, and turned it into a connected, subscription-based entertainment hub. Even if the bike ends up as a very expensive clothes horse, that monthly subscription might just keep ticking over. It’s a brilliant model. This isn't just about one company, though. It’s about a broader trend of blending physical products with digital services. Wearable trackers, fitness apps, virtual training, it all creates a stickier relationship with the customer and, crucially, more predictable, recurring revenue. That’s the sort of thing that should make an investor’s ears prick up.
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This isn't just a phenomenon for London or New York, either. The wellness bug is going global. As the middle class expands in emerging markets, one of the first things people spend their new disposable income on is health and fitness. This presents a massive runway for growth. Companies with strong brands and scalable models could be well-positioned to capitalise on this worldwide trend. The sector is wonderfully diverse, too. It’s a broad church that includes everything from budget-friendly gyms like Planet Fitness to the high-tech world of connected equipment. This variety, a bit like the mix you might find in a theme such as the Body & Fitness, means investors can potentially tap into the overall trend without putting all their eggs in one basket.
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Of course, it’s not all smooth sailing. Investing always carries risk, and this sector is no exception. Fashion is a fickle beast. The brand that’s hot today could be forgotten tomorrow if it fails to keep up. The connected fitness space is also fiercely competitive, and attracting new customers is an expensive business. And let’s be realistic, a serious economic downturn could see people think twice about splashing out on premium gear or that top-tier gym membership. We’ve already seen some of the pandemic darlings come back down to earth. It’s a reminder that no trend goes up in a straight line forever. Prudence, as always, is paramount.
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