Fitness equipment covers any apparatus or piece of equipment used during physical activity to increase the strength or conditioning effects of that exercise by offering either fixed or adjustable quantities of resistance. It has free weights, machine weights, ellipticals, cycles, treadmills, and rowing equipment.
Qatar Fitness Equipment Market Driving Factors and Challenges
Over the next six years, Qatar will see an increase in demand for fitness equipment due to the rising emphasis on health and wellness and the rising number of people participating in sports. Additionally, over the projection period, rising disposable income among consumers is likely to support this market's expansion even more. In Qatar, more than half of people are overweight or obese, and almost half of men are obese or more. The market has benefited from this.
The primary factors driving the exercise equipment market are the growing youth population, rising health concerns, and an increase in the number of obese people. Another important element fuelling the growth of the product market is the rising number of health clubs and gyms, which are extending their equipment bases in emerging nations like Qatar. To motivate employees to maintain their health, several businesses have started to give full or partial payment for health club or gym membership. Several corporate organisations have also partnered with fitness facilities to provide their staff members reduced access to fitness services.
Further, people are encouraged to focus more on their well-being by purchasing high-quality fitness products as a result of growing knowledge of physical activity and the advantages it has for keeping excellent health. Additionally, gym equipment is now connected to mobile applications, enabling greater tracking capabilities, thanks to technology breakthroughs like Bluetooth enabled gadgets. Over the upcoming years, it is projected that this tendency would greatly boost industry expansion.
However there are several challenges that limit the expansion of tyre market in Qatar. Growth is constrained by some exercise equipment that is offered at exorbitant prices, especially for middle- and low-income individuals. High-tech exercise gear and fitness wearables have increased in price as a result of technological improvement. Thus, the high price of workout equipment is impeding market expansion.
Impact of COVID-19 on Qatar Fitness Equipment Market
Since the Global Lockdown, people are more mindful than ever of proper sanitation and public space procedure. The demand for at-home exercise equipment is expected to increase in 2020 due to market closures, rising self-care product awareness, and escalating fitness trends. The use of in-home fitness equipment has also increased as a result of sedentary lifestyles and busy schedules. Spending less on a gym subscription by working out at home with exercise equipment. The market expansion is however constrained by available space and costly equipment costs. Additionally, the digital fitness industry has thrived during the pandemic, providing structure, community, and health to users. As lockdowns ease, it's expected to evolve into a hybrid model. Gyms offering online training will remain accessible and must compete on value rather than just price, as customers seek services that meet their needs and provide added value.
Qatar Fitness Equipment Market Key Players:
The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players such as; Al Emadi Fitness, American Eagle Sport, Anex Fitness Qatar, Decathlon Qatar, FitQatar, Green Sports – Fitness / Gym Equipment Supplies, Nortus Fitness, Olympia Sports, Peloton Interactive Inc., Prector, Shua Fitness, Sports Village, Technogym S.P.A, Torque, Others.
Qatar Fitness Equipment Market Segmentation:
By Type: Based on the Type, Qatar Fitness Equipment Market is segmented as; Cardiovascular Equipment (Cross-country Ski Simulators, Elliptical Machines, Stair Climbers, Stationary Bicycles, Treadmills), Strength Training Equipment (Bars & Weights, Racks, Various Types of Benches, Weight Lifting Machines), Other Equipments (Activity Analyzers, Body Analyzers).
By End-User: Based on the End-User, Qatar Fitness Equipment Market is segmented as; Health clubs / Gyms, Home Consumer (Apartment, Gyms in Apartment, Home), Other Commercial User (Corporate Offices, Hospitals & Medical Centers, Hotels, Public Institutions).
By Price: Based on the Price, Qatar Fitness Equipment Market is segmented as; Mass, Premium/Luxury.
By Region: This research also includes data for Al Daayen, Al Khor, Al Rayyan, AL Shahaniya, Al Shamal, Al Wakra, Doha, Umm Salal.
This study also encompasses various drivers and restraining factors of this market for the forecast period. Various growth opportunities are also discussed in the report.