New National Standards for Fitness Equipment Take Effect in 2026, Safety and Elderly-Friendliness Become Core Trends

 

In 2026, ten national standards including the Safety Requirements for Indoor Stationary Fitness Equipment were officially implemented. The standards strengthen structural stability, hazardous substance limits and electrical safety of fitness equipment, building a solid safety barrier for fitness activities. Meanwhile, the General Requirements for Elderly-Friendly Fitness Equipment came into force simultaneously, specifying elderly-friendly indicators such as treadmill speed limitation, one-click alarm and large-font operation to meet the needs of an aging society. The industry is accelerating upgrades toward safety and humanization, driving enterprises to pursue technological innovation and promoting high-quality development of the national fitness industry.