Gym Source
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Fitness equipment distribution |
| Predecessor | Cutler Owens Sporting Goods |
| Founded | 1937 |
| Founder | Al Owens and Murray Cutler |
| Headquarters | New York City , United States |
Area served | United States, International |
Key people | Richard Miller (owner) |
| Products | Residential and commercial fitness equipment |
Number of employees | 300 |
| Website | www |
Gym Source stands as a prominent distributor of both residential and commercial fitness equipment within the United States, operating 31 retail locations spread across 13 states. Established in 1937 and based in New York City, it holds the distinction of being the largest distributor of fitness equipment nationwide.
Overview
As the leading fitness equipment distributor in the country, Gym Source has a significant presence.[1][2] The company originated as Cutler Owens Sporting Goods located in Midtown Manhattan before Richard Miller purchased and rebranded it to Gym Source in 1978. Currently, this privately held company employs approximately 300 staff members across 10 states and manages seven distribution hubs. Its customer base extends both nationally and internationally, boasting over 300,000 clients and close to two million shipments delivered so far.[2]
Brands
Gym Source distributes several prominent brands, including Precor, Cybex International, Hampton Fitness, Hoist Equipment, Octane Fitness, Polar USA, Power Plate, Tuff Stuff, Schwinn Fitness, Stairmaster, Star Trac, and TRUE Fitness.
History
The business was launched in 1937 by Al Owens and Murray Cutler under the name Cutler Owens as a sporting goods retailer situated in Rockefeller Center. Richard Miller joined the team in 1974 and redirected the company's focus towards running and tennis products. By 1977, it had become one of New York’s leading tennis retailers. After acquiring the company in 1978, Miller expanded its scope into a comprehensive fitness equipment distributor and moved operations to a larger Midtown location in 1979.
By 1985, Gym Source shifted its attention to commercial clientele, obtaining contracts with top-tier commercial fitness centers, universities, and professional sports organizations. In 1995, it was recognized as the third-largest distributor of Life Fitness equipment in the United States. By 2012, its annual revenue neared $100 million while holding exclusive agreements with manufacturers.[1]
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In 2024, Fitnessmith acquired Gym Source’s commercial equipment sales, maintenance, and service divisions within the USA.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name