Members often ask whether alcohol will 'ruin' their progress — the honest answer is more nuanced than a strict yes or no, and depends heavily on frequency and amount.
It affects recovery and sleep more than the calories themselves
Beyond its calorie content, alcohol measurably disrupts sleep quality — which affects recovery and next-day performance more than most people expect from a single evening.
Moderation is a more realistic message than elimination
A gym that frames this honestly — occasional, moderate use is compatible with real progress — tends to build more trust than an all-or-nothing message members quietly ignore anyway.