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    • Sports Medicine
    • Hospitality Management
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • The growing fitness tourism trend necessitates enhanced traveler safety.
    • Hotels are increasingly offering fitness amenities to attract health-conscious guests.
    • A gap exists in understanding the safety standards of hotel fitness facilities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the safety provisions within hotel fitness centers.
    • To evaluate traveler perceptions and experiences regarding fitness facility safety.
    • To identify potential risks and recommend improvements for hotel fitness environments.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of hotel fitness facility safety guidelines and regulations.
    • Surveys and interviews with travelers regarding their use of hotel gyms.
    • On-site assessments of fitness equipment and facility maintenance in select hotels.

    Main Results:

    • Inconsistent adherence to safety standards across different hotel properties.
    • Traveler concerns regarding equipment maintenance and staff training were frequently reported.
    • Limited evidence of comprehensive risk management strategies in many hotel fitness areas.

    Conclusions:

    • Hotels must prioritize and standardize safety protocols in fitness facilities.
    • Enhanced training for staff and regular equipment maintenance are crucial.
    • Addressing traveler safety concerns is vital for maintaining trust and satisfaction in fitness tourism.