Sports nutrition shop

Regular gym members, athletes, personal training clients and local fitness groups who like to buy in person and ask questions.

Retail margin on products sold in the store, plus bundles, loyalty discounts and repeat customers. Some shops add a small shake bar for extra sales.

• Product knowledge
• Selling and customer service
• Inventory and ordering
• Basic bookkeeping

• Commercial lease terms and deposits, since rent is usually the biggest fixed cost
• General liability and product liability insurance, plus coverage for stock and theft
• If you sell shakes or prepared food, check your health department permit requirements
• FDA and FTC rules on supplement labeling and health claims, and avoid giving medical advice
• Buy only from authorized distributors to avoid counterfeit or expired products, and track expiry dates
• Check local zoning rules and signage permits for your location

Startup costs are typically around $25,000 to $100,000, depending on your lease deposit, fit-out, and how much stock you buy. These are estimates, and rent is usually the biggest fixed cost, so check lease terms carefully before signing.

Monthly revenue is typically around $8,000 to $40,000, depending on location, product range and how many regulars you build. That is revenue before rent, stock and other costs, and these figures are estimates only.

Check FDA and FTC rules on supplement labeling and health claims, and avoid giving medical advice. If you sell shakes or prepared food, check health department permit requirements. Also check local zoning and signage permits, and buy only from authorized distributors.