Americans suffering from anxiety disorder and/or depressive disorder symptoms was 35.6% up from 10.9%. Physical activity improves symptoms of anxiety and depression, stress levels, sleep, mood, focus and attention, and (in some cases) the ability to stay sober. #GYMSAct#RETWEEET
The #GYMSAct grant program to recoup 2019 losses would increase the survival rate of gyms to 88%, helping more than 10,000 local fitness facilities stay in business. #GYMSAct#AmericanRescuePlan
Social connection, like physical activity in a group setting, is essential for health and happiness. Gyms and fitness centers are the ideal places to satisfy both these basic needs. #GYMSAct#RetweeetPlease
The fitness industry is part of healthcare continuum. We’re doing what healthcare has failed to do -- we are helping people prevent and treat chronic disease without drugs or surgery. #GYMSAct#RETWEEETME
Exercising 20 minutes a day, collective or sustained, and vitamin D intake are very important. For people who exercise regularly, there’s a perfect correlation between fitness and vitamin D levels. Exercise has the potential benefit of lessening the impact of COVID-19. #GYMSAct
50% of all fitness studios around the country are expected to permanently close if they don’t receive the needed relief to make payroll, pay rent, and implement changes to comply with COVID-related restrictions. #GYMSAct
On average, gym owners have more than a one in three chance (36%) of going out of business before the end of 2021 if Congress does not provide meaningful relief. #GYMSAct
• 1.4 million fitness professionals have lost their jobs (44% of jobs in the industry). #retweet
The shutdown orders were industry specific, support needs to be too. Just like restaurants and live venues, small businesses in the fitness industry need aid as well. #GYMSAct