The Challenge of Exercising in Gyms

The benefits of exercising are numerous and well-known to everyone. However, have you ever thought about the negative aspects of exercise on human health? Exercising, especially heavy bodybuilding workouts, in closed environments like gyms, can have certain issues that may lead to serious consequences.

Article Index
Pollution in Gyms and Sports Clubs
6 Problems with Gyms and Sports Clubs During Exercise:
The Challenge of Exercising in Gyms
References
The Challenge of Exercising in Gyms

Pollution in Gyms and Sports Clubs
Most sports clubs are located in basements without proper ventilation. Gyms are high-traffic places where physical activities increase the demand for oxygen in the body. This leads to an increased rate of respiration per minute, which causes two problems: oxygen deficiency and an increase in carbon dioxide production. Moreover, the increased respiration rate [1] may spread viruses and microbes present in a person’s body into the air at a faster rate, increasing the likelihood of viral diseases.
Additionally, various sports equipment in gyms emits formaldehyde gas. Formaldehyde is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can be harmful to the human respiratory system. Another problem you may encounter in gyms is the unpleasant body odor! External environmental pollutants may also enter the gym through individuals who frequently come and go.

6 Problems with Gyms and Sports Clubs During Exercise:
Oxygen deficiency [1]
Increased carbon dioxide [1]
Presence of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) such as formaldehyde (CH2O) [2] and unpleasant odors
Particulate matter such as PM10 and PM5 [2]
Carbon monoxide (CO) [3]
Presence of various microbes, fungi, and bacteria in the air and on surfaces [2]
The possibility of exercising in an open space is not always available to everyone. So, what is the solution?

Cold Plasma Technology (Exercising in Gyms)
Cold plasma technology is the latest purification and disinfection technology that produces various active species in the air, such as positive and negative ions and free radicals, to eliminate microorganisms present in the air and increase oxygen levels. [4] Cold plasma can react with the carbon dioxide in the air and neutralize it. [5] Furthermore, cold plasma can easily eliminate various bacteria, fungi, VOCs, and unpleasant odors present in the air during exercising in gyms. [6]

The Challenge of Exercising in Gyms
In fact, plasma, by creating a microorganism-free environment and increasing the amount of oxygen in the air, also enhances the efficiency of athletes. [7]
In your opinion, to what extent does the use of a plasma-based air purification and disinfection device affect the quality of exercise and the health of athletes?