Originally Posted by mineistaken

Most of the people do not like them, some even do not go to certain gyms because they have open showers.
So from the business stand point - why would a new gym build open showers?
I see the point that they want to save money on water as people would shower less and for shorter times (it is uncomfortable for many people so they want to get out as fast as possible or even shower at home).

Besides all the gfy jokes, what is the real reason?