"Lust-Free" Men's Gym Sparks Incel Debate: Smart Move or Too Far?

An Oklahoma City gym owner is at the center of a viral debate after opening Proverbs 27:17, a men-only“lust-free”gym. Jeff Hambrecht, who identifies as a recovering sex addict, says he founded the gym after meeting the woman he had an affair with at a coed fitness center. He argues that coed gyms have become“hookup spots”and that his space offers men a chance to grow physically and spiritually while learning to respect women.

Critics have been quick to call the gym a“safe space for incels,”while others defend Hambrecht’s right to create a space that aligns with his values. He plans to open an all-female gym in the future, and a recent study found that over half of Gen Z consumers support gender-segregated gyms, suggesting this might be more than just a niche idea.

The debate boils down to a simple question: is it better to remove temptation or to build the discipline to resist it? Both sides make fair points, and it’s clear this conversation isn’t going away anytime soon. What’s your take? Would you join a gender-specific gym, or do you think it’s an unnecessary split? Let us know in the comments.