Crunch Fitness - Kirkwood - Houston Ala Ben Otman: I have to edit my review, it seems like they have fixed the issue and now there are sanitizing wipes everywhere so all good.
Original review :
This new Crunch Fitness location looks great on the surface — brand new equipment, nice layout, and plenty of space. But the hygiene situation is unacceptable for a gym that just opened.
There are never any wet wipes, paper towels, or sanitizing spray available for members to clean the machines after use. That means you often have to sit or touch equipment that’s clearly been used by someone else, which is disgusting and unhygienic.
While the grounds and bathrooms are not filthy and don’t smell bad, the lack of basic sanitization supplies makes the whole place feel poorly managed. Even in the restroom, there are no toilet seat covers, which is disappointing for a new facility.
This isn’t just about comfort — it’s about health. Studies show how dirty gyms can get:
• FitRated’s study found that free weights can carry 362 times more bacteria than a toilet seat, and treadmills and exercise bikes often harbor similar levels of contamination. (CleanLink source)
• A 2014 microbiology study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health found that gym equipment surfaces often contain bacteria associated with skin and respiratory infections. (NIH/PMC study)
In short, even a clean-looking gym can be a breeding ground for bacteria without proper sanitization protocols. Crunch needs to provide wipes or sanitizer stations at all times if they want to be taken seriously about member safety and hygiene.
