So you’re thinking about adding a fitness center to your manufacturing facility. That’s a big step—and honestly, a great one. Whether it’s for your employees’ health, to boost morale, or to improve productivity, bringing fitness onsite is a game-changer. We’ve seen it work wonders across all kinds of industrial workplaces. And if you’re looking for someone to help you with an onsite evaluation, equipment leasing, and ongoing servicing—well, you’re in the right place.
Let’s walk through everything you should consider before launching your onsite gym, what kind of equipment will get used most, and how we at EcoFit can step in to make the whole process simple and seamless.
Why Even Have a Gym Onsite?
You already know that your team works hard—manufacturing jobs are no joke. Physically demanding, mentally draining, often long hours. Offering a space where your employees can unwind, reset, and take care of their physical and mental well-being goes a long way.
Here are a few of the biggest reasons facilities like yours are investing in onsite fitness centers:
It’s not just about having a nice perk. A well-designed fitness center can have a direct impact on your bottom line. Happy, healthy employees are more engaged and productive.
Where Do You Start?
We always recommend starting with an onsite evaluation. That means one of our EcoFit experts will come out to your facility, walk the space with you, look at dimensions, power sources, ceiling height, ventilation, flooring—you name it. We help assess whether you’re looking at converting a break room, warehouse space, an unused office, or building something from scratch.
If you’re not sure how much space you need, that’s okay. Most of the gyms we help set up in manufacturing facilities aren’t huge. You’d be surprised how far you can stretch a 500–1,000 sq ft space when it’s properly laid out and tailored to your team.
During the evaluation, we’ll also talk through:
What Equipment Should You Include?
This is one of the most common questions we get. And while there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, we’ve worked with enough manufacturing companies to know what tends to get used the most.
Here’s what we usually recommend for a solid starting lineup:
We’ll help you decide which pieces make sense based on your space, your budget, and your employees’ goals.
How to Keep It All Running Smoothly
Even the best equipment will need a tune-up now and then. And if something breaks, it’s frustrating for your team—and becomes a liability for you.
That’s why
maintenance and servicing are a critical part of our process.
At EcoFit, we offer ongoing servicing packages that include:
We like to think of ourselves as a long-term partner, not just someone who drops off a few treadmills and disappears. If something’s not working right, you’ll have our team’s full attention.
Making Fitness Part of the Company Culture
Putting in the equipment is step one. But for your fitness center to really get used—and get results—it helps to build excitement around it.
Some ideas we’ve seen work well:
You don’t have to turn your company into a wellness brand overnight. But simple nudges like these can create a culture where people feel encouraged (not pressured) to take care of themselves.
Common Concerns We Hear (And How We Handle Them)
We get it—setting up an onsite gym comes with a few hesitations. Here are some of the top concerns we hear, and how we help solve them:
Why EcoFit?
You’ve got options when it comes to fitness equipment, sure. But here’s what makes working with EcoFit different:
When Darrin reached out asking for an onsite evaluation, leasing, and servicing, that told us he’s looking for more than a supplier—he’s looking for a partner. And that’s exactly how we approach every project.
Ready to Take the First Step?
We’re here when you’re ready to explore what’s possible for your facility. Whether you want a walk-through, a budget range, or just someone to bounce ideas off of, we’re happy to help.
Reach out today to schedule your onsite fitness center evaluation, and let’s start building a healthier workplace—together.
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