Indoor gyms are some of the few, last remaining businesses that have had to stay closed in New York state, and there is no word yet from Gov. Andrew Cuomo as to when they can reopen. Gym owners continue to suffer from the closures, but health experts say gyms can pose a higher risk of COVID-19 transmission.
The indoor gyms of the Aspen Athletic Clubs in central New York have been closed since March. Owner Nikki Polos said they have been doing virtual and outdoor workouts. But business, she said, is awful.
“We have been losing members without new members joining,” Polos said. “Our expenses are piling up. Our revenue is nonexistent.”
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