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Cost of living forces South Africans to dump the gym

By Nkhensani Mthombeni • Personal trainer Vuks says many clients have stopped paying for gyms and personal training because groceries, school fees and household bills now come first. • Despite losing clients, Vuks says exercise is more important than ever because it helps fight obesity, stress, anxiety and poor mental health. The rising cost of living is forcing many South Africans to make difficult choices. For many families, the gym is one of …
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@ScrollaAfrica #RealNewsForMobile broke the news on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
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