Assessment of Physical and Psychological Well-Being among Gym-Goers: A Cross-Sectional Study in a Tertiary Care Setting

Background: This cross-sectional study is an assessment of the physical and mental well-being of people who go to gyms linked with tertiary care hospitals, especially in urban India.By using structured questionnaires and health assessments, it examines the connections between gym attendance and factors like BMI, stress levels, mood, sleep quality, and body image.Methods: This cross-sectional study analyzed the socio-demographic characteristics, exercise habits, and dietary patterns of individuals who visit gyms regularly, visiting five gyms and fitness centers located near our tertiary care hospital.The study was conducted from February 2024 to January 2025, on 80 participants.Individuals aged 15 to 65 were included.The study collected socio-demographic data on sex, gender, occupation, blood pressure, and BMI.Statistical analysis was performed using IBM SPSS 26. Results:The results showed that 62.5% of the participants were female, half had a normal BMI, and 62.5% maintained normal blood pressure.57.2% reported not having proper exercise guidance.55% followed a mixed diet, and a striking 90% indulged in fast food every week.33.8% scored between 16 and 20 on the well-being scale, while only 8.7% reached the highest score range of 26 to 30.This suggests a moderate mental health status, particularly lower among younger individuals and females (p<0.05). Conclusion:The study has concluded that most gym-goers have a generally good physical and psychological well-being.The majority of participants (69.6%) attend the gym regularly, with most not experiencing chest pain during exercise.