From deadlifts to muay thai, women-only gyms and fitness centres are thriving

Active Zone’s all-white training space is less intimidating than other kickboxing venues, which usually have black as a dominant colour. ST PHOTO: KUA CHEE SIONG
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SINGAPORE – When Ms Ng Hui Yi started strength training at a mixed-gender gym in 2023, she found the environment intimidating.

“There were times when I was the only female in the gym,” says Ms Ng, 32, a human resources executive.

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