Is can you deduct gym membership on taxes tax deductible?

Gym memberships are typically considered personal expenses and are not deductible on your taxes. However, if a gym membership is prescribed by a doctor as part of a treatment plan for a specific medical condition, it may qualify as a deductible medical expense. For example, if a doctor prescribes exercise to treat obesity or hypertension, the cost of the gym membership could be deductible as a medical expense, provided it exceeds 7.5% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) along with other medical expenses.