Planet Fitness

ChristinaBarnhouse

A new gym, Planet Fitness, is opening close to my house. This is the Gym advertised on the Biggest Loser. Just wondering is anyone a member at this gym and would you recommend it?

Thanks for your imput!!

Jbadiam

I love it (Planet Fitness) ... they have 2 plans $10.00 or $20.00 a month. I perfer the $20.00 because I can take a friend and I can go to any locations. For your basic workout needs this is the place. They don't have pools, saunas and hot tubs... But you get what you pay for !!

osuzorba

My wife and I started at planet fitness the day it opened near us, about 14 months ago. We personally really like it, especially for the price. The only issues I see with it are if you want to do really hardcore free weights. Dumbbells only go up to ~75 and at my location all of the barbells are on racks, so it would be impossible to do some lifts with them. My gym stays very business, but I have never had to wait on equipment and it stays very clean.

The cons are no pool, no rock wall, no courts and can't do advanced free weights. Pros are cheap ($10/month), great hours, lots of equipment, clean, friendly and no meat heads using the free weights.

One cool thing is they have a 30min circuit room, I've noticed a lot of beginners use this room until they are more comfortable coming up with their own routine.

LorinaLynn

I'm a member. I like it well enough, but I'm starting to outgrow it. My location doesn't have much in the line of free weights, and no squat rack or regular barbells, just a smith machine. Plenty of weight machines, though, and loads of cardio options.

I do the $20 a month option so I can go to one of the two closest locations and drag my husband along as often as I can.

luvJOJO

I love it. The one I go to is very clean and has tons of machines, cardio and weight machines! And, you can't beat $10 a month!

Vipecap

It's good if you are on a tight budget or if you don't many options for other gyms. I myself wouldn't go there since I dislike there no grunting/lunk alarm policy and their message of no judgement zone while being critical of bodybuilders and powerlifters.

Nerple

I love it, especially as I have no need for pools, classes, rock walls or any of the other perks at more expensive gyms.

osuzorba

I myself wouldn't go there since I dislike there no grunting/lunk alarm policy and their message of no judgement zone while being critical of bodybuilders and powerlifters.

This is what makes it friendly to beginners and non-bodybuilders. Their whole business focuses on getting a lot of average people to sign up, not catering to bodybuilders, this is how they can be so cheap since there are far more average people in the world than bodybuilders.

I personally really like the lunk alarm, makes the gym much more pleasant compared to other gyms I've been a member at. You also don't get the people who take up a bench press for 2 hours, while they do one rep every 15 minutes.

scott091501

The one by me has pizza night on Mondays. Really?!?!?!?!? You market yourself to newbies (no heavy weights, no grunting, etc) and you have a pizza night? Losing weight is 90% diet and 10% everything else and you're handing out pizza. I will NEVER be a member there.

scott091501

I myself wouldn't go there since I dislike there no grunting/lunk alarm policy and their message of no judgement zone while being critical of bodybuilders and powerlifters.

This is what makes it friendly to beginners and non-bodybuilders. Their whole business focuses on getting a lot of average people to sign up, not catering to bodybuilders, this is how they can be so cheap since there are far more average people in the world than bodybuilders.

I personally really like the lunk alarm, makes the gym much more pleasant compared to other gyms I've been a member at. You also don't get the people who take up a bench press for 2 hours, while they do one rep every 15 minutes.

Nice generalization of people who lift heavy weights. LOL. Good job.

osuzorba

This is what makes it friendly to beginners and non-bodybuilders. Their whole business focuses on getting a lot of average people to sign up, not catering to bodybuilders, this is how they can be so cheap since there are far more average people in the world than bodybuilders.

I personally really like the lunk alarm, makes the gym much more pleasant compared to other gyms I've been a member at. You also don't get the people who take up a bench press for 2 hours, while they do one rep every 15 minutes.

Nice generalization of people who lift heavy weights. LOL. Good job.

What generalization? I didn't generalize anyone in that comment. I complained about the type of people that do one rep, sit around flux their muscles, makes sure everyone is watching them. There are a lot of people at my gym who lift heavy, including me. They just aren't the type that occupy the entire free weight area all day while they do very little actual lifting. I have no problem doing 1RM lifts and taking breaks, I have a problem when people doing it to show off and occupying all of the equipment.

LittleMissNerdy

I love it, especially as I have no need for pools, classes, rock walls or any of the other perks at more expensive gyms.

Agreed. I know enough people with pools that I don't need one at a gym. I don't get home until around 6 and most of the gyms don't have "late" classes. Why would I pay more when I'm not going to use half of the stuff they offer?

scott091501

This is what makes it friendly to beginners and non-bodybuilders. Their whole business focuses on getting a lot of average people to sign up, not catering to bodybuilders, this is how they can be so cheap since there are far more average people in the world than bodybuilders.

I personally really like the lunk alarm, makes the gym much more pleasant compared to other gyms I've been a member at. You also don't get the people who take up a bench press for 2 hours, while they do one rep every 15 minutes.

Nice generalization of people who lift heavy weights. LOL. Good job.

What generalization? I didn't generalize anyone in that comment. I complained about the type of people that do one rep, sit around flux their muscles, makes sure everyone is watching them. There are a lot of people at my gym who lift heavy, including me. They just aren't the type that occupy the entire free weight area all day while they do very little actual lifting. I have no problem doing 1RM lifts and taking breaks, I have a problem when people doing it to show off and occupying all of the equipment.

Sorry. Just how it came across to me. The gym's marketing and generalizations in thier commercials of bb'ers is way off base.

KCalmeyn

I also go to Planet Fitness. I really like it. It has everything I need, the staff is friendly and helpful,and the facility is kept clean. Ours just began offering free training sessions as well. They do have pizza day, but only on the first monday of every month from 5-8p. If you are exercising, why shouldn't you enjoy it. For $10 a month you can't beat it. If you like to tan, get the $20 membership, it includes free tanning.

yoovie

A new gym, Planet Fitness, is opening close to my house. This is the Gym advertised on the Biggest Loser. Just wondering is anyone a member at this gym and would you recommend it?

Thanks for your imput!!

Im a member.

At first I didnt like it- it made a bad impression on me- but now the reasons I didnt like it at first - are why I like it now.

The staff leaves you alone and doesnt walk you through everything- they treat you like an athlete that doesnt need to be babied.
The equipment all works and there are spray bottles and paper towels everywhere so you can clean up before and after yourself.
Black preferred membership is $20 a month and includes unlimited fitness training**** <~ awesome- also unlimited tanning, and unlimited use of the massage chairs and red light therapy- both of which are fun for active rest days.
There is a circuit of machines set up so that if you dont have much time- you can do all ten machines and get an abbreviated total body workout in 30 minutes.

My only beef with PF is that they dont have a fat % scale and sometimes people wont rotate in the circuit express lane.

Other than that- its a gym - to do gym stuff- and it is exactly what I need.

Dang I kinda wanna go now.

BAMFMeredith

I'm not a member, but my sister is and she says it's got pretty much everything you NEED but not everything you could want. Then again, it's like $10 a month or something, so not bad. There aren't classes, or pools, or saunas or anything, but you've got all the basic equipment that you could need and I believe there are trainers on staff to help you out. If it's convenient to you and you're not spoiled (like me), then it's a great choice!

That said, I to go Lifetime Fitness (about a bazillion amenities) and I'm totally spoiled As long as it meets your needs, I think Planet Fitness is a really great gym option!

WhittRak

I am a member and it is well worth it! Lots of equipment, and everyone who attends are respectful and clean the machines.

addisondisease2

What generalization? I didn't generalize anyone in that comment. I complained about the type of people that do one rep, sit around flux their muscles, makes sure everyone is watching them.

Studies have shown that if you flex the recently worked muscle it helps with a better pump and blood flow in that area better promoting muscle growth. So maybe these flexers are smarter than you think (probably not, but you get the idea)

xYumzx

Was a former member and lets say i stopped going after a month... it wasnt what I thought a gym should be ... yes its cheap but you get what you pay for..... I just joined a gym LA FITNESS like 20mins from my house BUT OMG it is so worth it i love it, it even has classes its a bit pricey here in NY but prices vary from state to state. I mean I go here and sometimes I dont want to leave the people there keep me motivated because they are there to actually work out and change not to work out and flirt.

MelissaE27

I love it... I have the 20.00 plan I can take my daughter and I can tan... you cant beat the price

Cindym82

A new gym, Planet Fitness, is opening close to my house. This is the Gym advertised on the Biggest Loser. Just wondering is anyone a member at this gym and would you recommend it?

Thanks for your imput!!

I used to use it, loved it

cristina_marie

I'm a member of Planet Fitness! I love it there! They have great equipment and a really great staff!

Cindym82

Was a former member and lets say i stopped going after a month... it wasnt what I thought a gym should be ... yes its cheap but you get what you pay for..... I just joined a gym LA FITNESS like 20mins from my house BUT OMG it is so worth it i love it, it even has classes its a bit pricey here in NY but prices vary from state to state. I mean I go here and sometimes I dont want to leave the people there keep me motivated because they are there to actually work out and change not to work out and flirt.

I joined LA Fitness by me and its gross, I swear they never clean it and the equipment is always broken

yoovie

It's good if you are on a tight budget or if you don't many options for other gyms. I myself wouldn't go there since I dislike there no grunting/lunk alarm policy and their message of no judgement zone while being critical of bodybuilders and powerlifters.

Im fine with the lunk alarm for the guys that toss the weights around showing off for the girls, but grunting? seriously- sometimes you have to grunt to get through a set. And exactly! @ judging body builders

HATE THE HATE!

sweetheart03622

It's fine until you want to do any serious weight lifting. I took a tour of mine and they kept saying "and best of all, no grunting allowed!" ... which is fine if you're lifting 5lb weights but I don't need someone shouting at me to keep quiet when I'm trying to bust through the last few reps in the squat rack (which, they actually didn't even have, so I suppose the problem is solved...).

06fusion4us

There are plenty in my area. My ex signed up there. I opted for the YMCA since I have a son. I checked it out and did not wow me. That is just me. I do avoid Golds and Ballys.

Skinny_Kitty

I used to be a member of PF. It is a decent gym. It's clean, basic and to the point. There are a ton of treadmills, elipticals and bikes on one side and weights and weight machines are on the other side.

No classes, personal training, saunas, pools, etc.... just basic machines and that is it. They have a very strict "No cell phone" policy and will yell at you if you are on your phone while in the gym.

My gym had free bagel and cream cheese night and free pizza night.... and they have tootsie rolls everywhere!!! I am not a fan of that as I go to the gym to lose weight and be healthy... not to be tempted by smelling greasy pizza the whole time I'm on the treadmill!

It's great for those on a budget. I cancelled my membership as I prefer to take classes.

amandamaren

LOVE planet fitness! i don't swim and hate saunas... so they have everything i need. i just use the cardio machines(treadmills, ellipticals, a ton of arc trainers) and strength training machines. i pay 15/month, no contract. it's perfect.

MaggieMay131

The one by me has pizza night on Mondays. Really?!?!?!?!? You market yourself to newbies (no heavy weights, no grunting, etc) and you have a pizza night? Losing weight is 90% diet and 10% everything else and you're handing out pizza. I will NEVER be a member there.

The one by my parents' house has a pizza night and a bagel morning too. I get the whole "community" aspect but I agree with you, I think having free pizza at a fitness place is silly. I also think it's funny they say "no judgement" but they totally judge people who like to lift heavy.

Other than that, my parents say they really like it and it's always clean.

yoovie

I grunt anyway sometimes.
shh dont tell on me.

Ajones33

I love PF, not sure about yours but my location offers classes for black card member. I LOVE it& the judgement free zone.

It's meant to be more of a relaxed gym so that why they offer Pizza Mondays and bagels the first month of every tuesday ( at mine anyway)

I don't have the pizza but I am also a big believer in portion size!

It doesn't have allll the fancy frills of most gyms mine offers, tanning, massage chairs& red light therapy. That's all I need! So..if you think you need or will eventually want more then it's not for you.