The Challenges and Solutions of Maintaining Fitness Equipment in Prisons
Properly maintaining and looking after prison fitness equipment is essential for ensuring it can be used for many years and for the comfort and safety of those who use it. Access to exercise and fitness equipment has been proven to enhance the mental and physical well-being of the incarcerated population, which in turn positively impacts overall facility morale and security. However, maintaining this equipment comes with unique challenges, from safety concerns to environmental exposure.
In this edition of #fitbehindbars, we examine some of the key challenges of maintaining prison fitness equipment in indoor gyms and outdoor recreation yards and propose some practical solutions to help prison facility managers ensure a well-maintained, safe, and effective exercise area.
Below are four challenges associated with maintaining prison fitness equipment:
Read the full article to view the solutions to these four common challenges: Maintaining Fitness Equipment in Prisons: Challenges and Solutions.