Ohio

By the Numbers

Ohio health club industry keeps the state physically and fiscally fit

1,039

Ohio health clubs

2,055,744

Residents visiting health clubs

  • Creating Jobs

    Creating Jobs

    44,649 health club employees; $297.3 million in total payroll benefits

  • Creating Jobs

    Driving Growth

    $707.9 million in revenue; $36.5 million paid in payroll taxes

  • Creating Jobs

    Fighting Obesity

    29.8% of adults are obese; 26th heaviest state in the nation (tied with Alaska)

  • Creating Jobs

    Saving Money

    86% of healthcare costs are spent on chronic diseases

Members Only: Plug-in, avoid costly mistakes

IHRSA's advocacy team has our finger on the pulse of legislative and regulatory activity in all 50 states. We focus on supporting positive policies and stopping legislation that's harmful to fitness businesses.

  • Laws & Regulations

    Laws & Regulations

    Find up-to-date information about laws, regulations, and taxes that may affect your club.

  • Legislative Threats

    Legislative Threats

    Learn about proposed regulations and taxes that would increase the cost and difficulty of operating your club.

  • Shaping Policy

    Shaping Policy

    See how we're shaping policy to grow your business by increasing access to regular physical activity and healthy lifestyles.