why do people seem to not like planet fitness?
Nardo10
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I have joined Planet Fitness to kick start my weight loss and have seen a lot of negative comments toward them. Any particular reason why you don't like them? I have enjoyed going there and wonder if it is maybe just folks who are looking for more body-building type atmosphere that seem to not enjoy PF.
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they have strict rules, if im not mistaken certain places dont allow deadlifts, heavy dumbells (over like 80 lbs?) or chalk at all. i think its more the large corporation gyms that people dislike than just planet fitness though
edit; just did a little research and many PF locations dont have dumbbells over 60 lbs, which is fine for curls but if your doing press or something similar you'll run out of weight fast0 -
Reasons:
-They removed the squat racks because some people cant perform exercises others do.
-No water jug because it makes you look like you are more serious about fitness than most of them.
-No tank tops because you look too big and will make others feel bad.
-People talk on the phone between sets.
-They give PIZZA and BAGELS monthly like WTF?
*kitten* Planet Fitness!
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If they didn't caracaturize fitness enthusiasts and call them a dull or stupid person; blockhead; an awkward, heavy, or stupid person all while advertising a judgement free zone, they'd catch far less hell here, but from what I can tell that's what they want.
Telling people they don't belong so they join their "judgement free" zone when in all actuality they are probably the most judgmental gym around.0 -
I have been going there now during the week for about a month. I have seen no bagels, no pizza, and no tootsie rolls. I've also seen attendants correcting people when they are using the machines wrong.0
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I have joined Planet Fitness to kick start my weight loss and have seen a lot of negative comments toward them. Any particular reason why you don't like them? I have enjoyed going there and wonder if it is maybe just folks who are looking for more body-building type atmosphere that seem to not enjoy PF.
I don't think you should let what other people think about Planet Fitness influence your experience there. You say you enjoy it. I think that's reason enough for you to continue going. If you are able to utilize this particular facility to help you meet your goals, then that's great!0 -
Maybe it's because they are too close to Globo Gym from Dodgeball with the corporation and the excess purple everything
"Ha-ha! Just kidding. But not really." :laugh:
I go there too. I just stay away from the days they try to give free carbs away and avoid the tootsie roll counter on my way in/out.0 -
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I have been going there now during the week for about a month. I have seen no bagels, no pizza, and no tootsie rolls. I've also seen attendants correcting people when they are using the machines wrong.
I actually have a membership there and YES they do!!0 -
They are really good about getting themselves in the news for kicking people out. Their dress code and how it is enforced is ridiculous. They claim to be a "judgment free zone" but that only applies to the people they actually want at their non gym. Honestly, their business model sucks.
And their color scheme is awful!0 -
Just...wow.
I'm not American, so haven't heard much about them. But a lunk alarm? and no deadlifts? I do like me a good deadlift.
But I'd take it as a badge of honour if someone sounded a klaxon at me for being too fit and achieving a lithe hot bod.0 -
No deadlifts.
... and an act of Congress to cancel your membership.
Edited to add: Pizza Night and Bagel Morning? After working out.. .the smell of pizza made me want to yack.0 -
If someone is intimidated by your appearance you will be kicked out.
Just like real life when the CEO of your company intimidates you because they make more money and have more power than you. You can tap the person with the purple and yellow shirt and have the CEO removed...........wait wut0 -
Because people like to feel superior and seem to love complaining.0
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frustrating lack of basic lifting equipment0
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Because people like to feel superior and seem to love complaining.
You're talking about PF corporate.....right?0 -
I belonged for a few months. The air conditioning was rarely on, the machines were old and often, as many as half were not functional. It was dark with burnt out lamps and dangling light fixtures.
That's why.0 -
They are really good about getting themselves in the news for kicking people out. Their dress code and how it is enforced is ridiculous. They claim to be a "judgment free zone" but that only applies to the people they actually want at their non gym. Honestly, their business model sucks.
Actually, it doesn't suck. They get all sorts of attention from the folks on MFP because of that business model. And at $10 per month, the price is right for a lot of people.
As for pizza, bagels and tootsie rolls, so what? I have yet to see them forcing anyone to eat any of those things. After a good hard workout, I love me some pizza. Though I won't eat the stuff they serve at PF, only because I have seen people go right from working out to grabbing a piece (and touching the piece next to it) without washing their hands and I find that pretty gross.0 -
Oh, goody. A Planet Fitness thread!
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I do not like PF because it doesn't really mesh with my personal goals. Sure it's cheap but I do not find it to be a challenging atmosphere that encourages actual success.0
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because this is MFP and someone will always have something bad to say about anything - honestly0
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they seem to suck for people who do Olympic style heavy lifts, which are ideal for basically every goal you could have that could be acheived in the gym (best for strength gains, weight loss, muscle mass increase), but if your routine matches their equipment it would be fineThey are really good about getting themselves in the news for kicking people out. Their dress code and how it is enforced is ridiculous. They claim to be a "judgment free zone" but that only applies to the people they actually want at their non gym. Honestly, their business model sucks.
Actually, it doesn't suck. They get all sorts of attention from the folks on MFP because of that business model. And at $10 per month, the price is right for a lot of people.
As for pizza, bagels and tootsie rolls, so what? I have yet to see them forcing anyone to eat any of those things. After a good hard workout, I love me some pizza. Though I won't eat the stuff they serve at PF, only because I have seen people go right from working out to grabbing a piece (and touching the piece next to it) without washing their hands and I find that pretty gross.
the pizza and bagels just seem a little odd for a company that is promoting healthy living and fitness. not that pizza or bagels should be off limits for anyone trying to get in shape (i sure as hell still love me some za), but you would think they would have complimentary fruit or something instead0 -
because this is MFP and someone will always have something bad to say about anything - honestly
Actually, if their marketing strategy was different there probably wouldn't be much of an issue with it. It wouldn't be much different than many other 24/7 facilities.0 -
because this is MFP and someone will always have something bad to say about anything - honestly
Actually, if their marketing strategy was different there probably wouldn't be much of an issue with it. It wouldn't be much different than many other 24/7 facilities.
This.
I take issue when I'm insulted and called stupid, a lunk, bulky, etc because I'm stronger than someone else.0 -
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Not only do they not allow heavy lifting but they actively discourage it through name calling and loud annoying alarms.
I would not like it.0 -
Not only do they not allow heavy lifting but they actively discourage it through name calling and loud annoying alarms.
I would not like it.
i'm as big a hater as the next guy, but there is no one preventing you from lifting above a certain weight.
some lifts can't be done for a number of reasons, but of the lifts available you can lift as much as you can.
unless your talking about dumbbells...0 -
ive heard stories where people where told to leave because they were lifting too heavy. theres no reason someone cant perform a 5 plate deadlift safely provided they have the necessary strength but PF decided that they dont want those shenanigans in their "gym"Not only do they not allow heavy lifting but they actively discourage it through name calling and loud annoying alarms.
I would not like it.
i'm as big a hater as the next guy, but there is no one preventing you from lifting above a certain weight.
some lifts can't be done for a number of reasons, but of the lifts available you can lift as much as you can.
unless your talking about dumbbells...0
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