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<p>A health club (also known as a fitness club, fitness center, health spa, weight room and commonly referred to as a <a href="/facts/Gym/qNkSeNIU">gym</a>) is a place that houses exercise equipment for the purpose of <a href="/facts/Physical_exercise/egYQjt8A">physical exercise</a>. </p><p>In recent years, the number of fitness and health services have increased, expanding the interest among the population. Today, health clubs and fitness centers are a reference of health services, rising the adherence to physical activity. </p>