Yes, Planet Fitness (like most gyms) expects members to clean the machines after use. This is part of their effort to maintain a clean and hygienic environment for all members.

Planet Fitness provides sanitizing stations around the gym, usually with spray bottles and paper towels or wipes, so members can quickly wipe down equipment after use. It’s important to clean both cardio machines (like treadmills, ellipticals, and bikes) and strength machines (like weight machines, benches, and free weights) to remove sweat, bacteria, and germs.

Here’s what you should do…

• Wipe Down Before and After – While Planet Fitness encourages cleaning after you use the machines, it’s also a good idea to wipe them down before you use them, especially in high-traffic areas, just to ensure that you’re starting with a clean surface.
• Use the Sanitizing Products Provided – Use the spray and wipes provided by the gym. The wipes are usually disinfectant, and the spray is meant to sanitize equipment and surfaces effectively.
• Be Courteous – If you’re using a machine, always be considerate of the next person who might use it by cleaning up after yourself. It’s a simple, but important way to maintain a healthy environment for everyone.
• Follow Gym Etiquette – Some people may not always clean up after themselves, so it’s helpful to encourage others to do the same—maybe by reminding them, or if you’re a staff member, giving a gentle nudge.

Planet Fitness makes it easy for members to maintain cleanliness, so just make sure to follow the gym’s cleaning etiquette.