The Hidden Cost of Period Disposal in Gyms: Why It's Time for a Change
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Flushing Period Products: The Silent Problem Affecting Your Gym
You might think that your gym’s female members don’t flush their period products. But the water companies know they do. Every day in the UK, a staggering 2.5 million tampons and 1.4 million pads are flushed down toilets. This seemingly small act leads to blocked pipes, expensive plumbing repairs, and serious environmental damage.
For gyms, this is more than just a hidden cost—it’s a sustainability issue, a financial drain, and a customer experience problem.
Why Traditional Bins Aren’t Enough
Many gym owners assume that simply providing a sanitary bin in the cubicle is enough to encourage proper disposal. Unfortunately, that’s not the case.
🚫 Estimated 40% of women still flush period products because it’s what they’ve always done.
🚫 Bins are often avoided due to being full, unhygienic, or poorly maintained.
🚫 Wrapping products in toilet roll isn’t a practical, sustainable or appealing alternative.
When disposal isn’t easy, convenient, or hygienic, gym-goers default to what feels like the least unpleasant option—flushing.
The Cost of Ignoring the Problem
When period products are flushed, they don’t just disappear. Instead, they wreak havoc on plumbing systems, leading to:
💰 Expensive Callouts: Unblocking drains and repairing damage adds up quickly.
💰 Operational Disruptions: Gym closures for maintenance frustrate members and affect revenue.
💰 Environmental Impact: Flushed products contribute to sewage overflows and marine pollution.
The Solution: A Period-Supportive Gym
It’s time for gyms to take a leadership role in female health, sustainability, and modern facility management. Joining the Period Supportive Movement means:
✅ Providing Free Period Products—eliminating stressful moments when periods are unpredictable, heavy & cause unwanted stress.
✅ Providing FabLittleBags—a discreet, hygienic disposal solution that makes it easy for members to bin, not flush.
✅ Creating a more inclusive environment—showing female gym-goers that their needs are considered and supported.
✅ Protecting your facilities—preventing blockages and reducing long-term plumbing costs.
Leading Gyms Are Already Making the Change
Forward-thinking gyms are taking action by implementing FabLittleBag dispensers and making period disposal part of their sustainable commitment. This small change has had a big impact—not just on the plumbing, but on the confidence and comfort of female members.
Be Part of the Change
Your gym has the power to make a real difference. By adopting FabLittleBag, you’re not just preventing costly plumbing issues—you’re creating a better experience for your members and taking a stand for sustainability.
Are you ready to become a Period-Supportive Gym?