Health club: meaning, definitions and examples
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health club
[ ˈhelθ klʌb ]
physical fitness
A health club is a place that offers a variety of exercise equipment, classes, and facilities for people to improve their physical fitness. It typically includes gym equipment such as treadmills, weights, and exercise bikes, as well as group fitness classes like yoga, Zumba, and spinning.
Synonyms
fitness center, gym, wellness center.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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health club |
Used to describe a facility that offers a variety of health and fitness services including workout machines, classes, and sometimes spa treatments.
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gym |
A common term for a place with equipment and space for working out, generally emphasizing weightlifting, cardio, and general physical training.
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fitness center |
Used for a facility focused on physical exercise and training, often equipped with a wide range of gym equipment and spaces for group exercises.
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wellness center |
A facility focused on overall well-being, which can include fitness, mental health services, nutrition, and holistic therapies.
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Examples of usage
- The health club I go to has a swimming pool, sauna, and basketball court.
- She signed up for a membership at the new health club in town to get in shape.
- I visit the health club three times a week to work out and stay healthy.
Translations
Translations of the word "health club" in other languages:
🇵🇹 clube de saúde
🇮🇳 स्वास्थ्य क्लब
🇩🇪 Gesundheitsclub
🇮🇩 klub kesehatan
🇺🇦 оздоровчий клуб
🇵🇱 klub zdrowia
🇯🇵 ヘルスクラブ
🇫🇷 club de santé
🇪🇸 club de salud
🇹🇷 sağlık kulübü
🇰🇷 헬스 클럽
🇸🇦 نادي صحي
🇨🇿 zdravotní klub
🇸🇰 zdravotný klub
🇨🇳 健康俱乐部
🇸🇮 zdravstveni klub
🇮🇸 heilsufélag
🇰🇿 денсаулық клубы
🇬🇪 ჯანმრთელობის კლუბი
🇦🇿 sağlamlıq klubu
🇲🇽 club de salud
Etymology
The concept of health clubs dates back to ancient Greece, where gymnasiums were used for physical training and socializing. In the late 19th century, the modern fitness movement began to take shape, with the opening of the first commercial health clubs in Europe. These early health clubs focused on physical exercise and promoting overall well-being. Today, health clubs have become popular worldwide, offering a wide range of fitness options and amenities to help people achieve their health and wellness goals.