Opening a gym feels exciting. You picture packed classes, loyal members, and steady income rolling in every month. But here's the truth nobody tells you upfront: most gyms don't fail because of bad equipment or a bad location. They fail because of avoidable mistakes made in the first year. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast turning your passion into a business, or an investor eyeing the fitness industry for returns, the pattern is the same. Small planning gaps early on turn