Gym Profit Margin: What's Normal, What's Possible, and How to Get There

Gym Profit Margin: What's Normal, What's Possible, and How to Get There

Bob Thompson
Published on: 16/10/2026

Most gyms run at razor-thin margins. Here's what healthy gym profit margin looks like and the systems that push it from 10% to 30%.

How Much Does a Gym Owner Make? The Real Numbers

How Much Does a Gym Owner Make? The Real Numbers

Bob Thompson
Published on: 09/10/2026

Find out what gym owners actually earn, why most stay under $50k, and the Operator vs Owner shift that changes your income trajectory.

The 5 Biggest Reasons Gyms Fail (and How to Avoid Them)

The 5 Biggest Reasons Gyms Fail (and How to Avoid Them)

Bob Thompson
Published on: 02/10/2026

Most gym failures come down to five predictable mistakes: pricing, marketing, retention, owner burnout, and no differentiation. Here's how to avoid them.

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Gym Owner Burnout: Why It Happens and How to Fix It

Gym Owner Burnout: Why It Happens and How to Fix It

Bob Thompson
Published on: 25/09/2026

Gym owner burnout isn't a work ethic problem, it's a business structure problem. Here's the 3-step cure to reclaim your time and rebuild your gym.

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