My stupid local Planet Fitness.....
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Freeweights?
At Planet Fitness, home of "we feed you pizza" Mondays?
I've heard it called "Planet Fatness"
Fortunately don't think they exist in Australia
Anyone competant can use a well-stocked gym, even if it's got a crazy colour scheme and appeals to amateurs. I know a lot of people fully dedicated to fitness who utilize their facilities because of affordability, convenience, etc. It's okay to stop being elitist for a second and realize that these can be useful places to work out and they don't all adhere to the "no grunting/lunk alarm" policy, even though that's what they're best known for. The people I know who go there and enjoy the gym say that's not even a factor and think it's silly people wholeheartedly bash on it.
That being said, if you're training for a power-lifting competition, you'd probably be better off finding another gym...0 -
That's what you get for joint planet fitness. Join a better gym if you don't want to deal with crap like this.0
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Everytime I hear stuff like this, it makes my 24 hour membership seem soooooo much better in comparison...even if you consider all the busted cardio machines that never get fixed. I might check out a planet fitness and maybe drop some weights on the floor or something gangsta like that.0
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The more I read the more I become convinced that Planet Fitness does not want people to get in shape.
Really? I think it varies gym to gym, it's a franchise. My planet fitness is awesome and the trainers are really nice and helpful.0 -
I could never workout on equipment that looks like it belongs in Barbie's Dream House.. not to mention the no grunting rule.. no grunting? Really?
If you have a need to grunt you should probably learn how to work out, you're probably not lifting correctly if you're going to grunt like an animal.0 -
OP:
Either quit the gym or let the management know the problem and ask for when they'll have it fixed. Sheesh.0 -
I could never workout on equipment that looks like it belongs in Barbie's Dream House.. not to mention the no grunting rule.. no grunting? Really?
If you have a need to grunt you should probably learn how to work out, you're probably not lifting correctly if you're going to grunt like an animal.
Oh. That seems harsh. I grunt when I work out and I think I have some idea of what I'm doing.0 -
I could never workout on equipment that looks like it belongs in Barbie's Dream House.. not to mention the no grunting rule.. no grunting? Really?
If you have a need to grunt you should probably learn how to work out, you're probably not lifting correctly if you're going to grunt like an animal.
Tell that to all the world's strongest people, most of whom often make grunting sounds at max exertion.
Oh, and also tell that to Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka.0 -
I actually like my planet fitness. Compared to all the higher priced gyms I joined before, this one is the cleanest by far. I don't care if you're a germaphobe or complete slob, it's nice to see the staff wipe down all the equipment and free weights every chance they get. I could care less about the colors of the place, the stupid lunk alarm or no critics slogan and least of all the pizza nights. I get a place that is open 24 hrs a day, has all the equipment I could want and let's me do that for $10 a month. And yes...it's really nice not to have to deal with the meatheads that spend 3 hrs a day in the gym staring a their muscles in the mirror and walk around like they own the place.0
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I actually like my planet fitness. Compared to all the higher priced gyms I joined before, this one is the cleanest by far. I don't care if you're a germaphobe or complete slob, it's nice to see the staff wipe down all the equipment and free weights every chance they get. I could care less about the colors of the place, the stupid lunk alarm or no critics slogan and least of all the pizza nights. I get a place that is open 24 hrs a day, has all the equipment I could want and let's me do that for $10 a month. And yes...it's really nice not to have to deal with the meatheads that spend 3 hrs a day in the gym staring a their muscles in the mirror and walk around like they own the place.
Well those people don't go to Planet Fitness because they don't have the equipment needed to actually produce those results.
Most PFs anyway. Apparently a few have actual squat racks and stuff.0 -
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*shrugs*
They did the same thing at my PF a few years ago when they had to replace the floor. It was no big deal. My guess is that it's either do it that way or close down for a few weeks. I prefer the former.0 -
I love my PF. It has everything I need & I feel comfortable working out there. The staff is really nice & the place is always clean. The only other place I would rather join would be the YMCA, but that is $90 a month (family) compared to the $10 I'm paying at PF. I don't really have a choice. Although I will join the Y for summer only because it's great for my kids & they LOVE it.0
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Where are the free weights?
And that is ridiculous. Time to find a new gym?
Freeweights?
At Planet Fitness, home of "we feed you pizza" Mondays?
The Planet Fitness I go to has free weights, but not much. The barbells only go up to 60 pounds, from there you have to use the Smith Machines. There are only 4 of those and they are ALWAYS full. There is no squat rack. There are plenty dumbells, but I'm not sure how heavy they get, I'm a beginner and haven't ventured higher than 25 pounds as of yet. I think perhaps they go up to 100??? maybe??0 -
People can be so obnoxious with their hate of PF. It's not like they don't advertise exactly what they are and are tricking people. If you are REALLY into weight training, this is not the gym for you. It is a great and afforable gym for people who just need the basic stuff. PF fits well into my budget (which is teeny tiny) and so I am grateful that they exist.
Agreed. I get that the majority of the people on here don't like this gym and prefer a Golds or something along that line and that's fine but don't bash the people who go to PF and like it. My husband had a membership at a "fancy" gym and it was expensive: $40 a month and that was without any aerobic classes. I used to go with him on my days off which was 1-2 days a week (I had a gym at work that I utilized) and I got charged the $12 day pass every single time. That adds up after a while and I'm not going to go there for the entire day. PF fits our budget, the equipment there works for what we do right now (also we hadn't been to the gym in a while so sucking up the $20/month fee was a lot easier) and I don't do classes so that's a non-issue. Maybe we'll go to a better gym at some point maybe not. We don't go for the Pizza on Mondays -- and really. What's the difference between that and the fancy "shake bars" that some gyms have? Oh right. It's Pizza. I suppose if they had "Protein Shake Monday" it'd be better then?
The point is that there are people here who like the gym and there are people here who don't. But bashing it is kind of ridiculous IMO.0 -
unless you actually do hard work.
Well they look well stocked on paper towels and spray bottles...0 -
Freeweights?
At Planet Fitness, home of "we feed you pizza" Mondays?
I've heard it called "Planet Fatness"
Fortunately don't think they exist in Australia
Anyone competant can use a well-stocked gym, even if it's got a crazy colour scheme and appeals to amateurs. I know a lot of people fully dedicated to fitness who utilize their facilities because of affordability, convenience, etc. It's okay to stop being elitist for a second and realize that these can be useful places to work out and they don't all adhere to the "no grunting/lunk alarm" policy, even though that's what they're best known for. The people I know who go there and enjoy the gym say that's not even a factor and think it's silly people wholeheartedly bash on it.
That being said, if you're training for a power-lifting competition, you'd probably be better off finding another gym...
My PF very rarely use the alarm and the people who work there hate setting it off on people. There's only one guy they do this to and it's because he's a loud talker to the point of being obnoxious and they do it to him as a joke.0 -
I've never been in a PF, but to me, if they are replacing the floor - "upgrading" - that would seem like a good thing.
*insert sarcasm font HERE*
...and by the way, I am now going to redo my house in purple and yellow - love, love , LOOOVE IIITTT!0 -
Well the big problem with PF IMO is that they don't allow you to do compound freeweight lifts, which is the single best kind exercise people can do for lean mass and weight loss. Most of them anyway - apparently there are a few that have barbells and squat racks.
A building with a thousand cardio machines and some plate-loaded lever machines isn't all that useful; you can get cardio done anywhere, and the machines are of very little use to anyone.0 -
I would check out if motels around you have a weight center that you can pay per the hour sometimes that can be cheaper. Or if your town has a community center sometimes you can find good deals there too. That's a bummer, hopefully they get enough people that say something to them and they will change it bk for ya.0
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My PF very rarely use the alarm and the people who work there hate setting it off on people. There's only one guy they do this to and it's because he's a loud talker to the point of being obnoxious and they do it to him as a joke.
That just gave me an idea...I am going to open my own PF, I shall actually stock it only with barbells, squat racks, power racks, and maybe five treadmills and five ellipticals. I shall reserve the lunk alarm for people who run their mouths and distract other from their workout, and followed by the alarm will be a recorded voice message played at the same volume: "shut the **** up and lift, or get out".0 -
I could never workout on equipment that looks like it belongs in Barbie's Dream House.. not to mention the no grunting rule.. no grunting? Really?
If you have a need to grunt you should probably learn how to work out, you're probably not lifting correctly if you're going to grunt like an animal.
Tell that to all the world's strongest people, most of whom often make grunting sounds at max exertion.
Oh, and also tell that to Maria Sharapova and Victoria Azarenka.
Yes. No making sounds while exhaling. This is strictly forbidden in martial arts.0 -
I just signed up with a Planet Finess that opened on Monday. They have 3 smith machines and some curling bars and dumbbells, but no barbells or squat racks. I started NROL4W thinking they would have everything I need, but they don't.
They don't have any swiss/medicine balls either. Kinda stinks, but I'm moving in a few months anyway so didn't want to sign a contract anywhere else. I'll look for a better gym after I move. 0 -
My PF very rarely use the alarm and the people who work there hate setting it off on people. There's only one guy they do this to and it's because he's a loud talker to the point of being obnoxious and they do it to him as a joke.
That just gave me an idea...I am going to open my own PF, I shall actually stock it only with barbells, squat racks, power racks, and maybe five treadmills and five ellipticals. I shall reserve the lunk alarm for people who run their mouths and distract other from their workout, and followed by the alarm will be a recorded voice message played at the same volume: "shut the **** up and lift, or get out".
Since the PF's are independently owned you probably could do that.
ETA: You can also suggest that they provide certain things there. A while back I made a suggestion to ours and they ended up getting the equipment I wanted.0 -
My PF very rarely use the alarm and the people who work there hate setting it off on people. There's only one guy they do this to and it's because he's a loud talker to the point of being obnoxious and they do it to him as a joke.
That just gave me an idea...I am going to open my own PF, I shall actually stock it only with barbells, squat racks, power racks, and maybe five treadmills and five ellipticals. I shall reserve the lunk alarm for people who run their mouths and distract other from their workout, and followed by the alarm will be a recorded voice message played at the same volume: "shut the **** up and lift, or get out".
Since the PF's are independently owned you probably could do that.
It's an awesome idea, but I think the franchise would eventually find out, and I'd be SOL. They'd know something was up after the fifth whiny ***** called in QQing about the mean management. Besides, even if it went off without a hitch, the last thing I want to do is be responsible for even one PF location being known as a respectable gym.0 -
Every time I see that commercial on TV, "We're not a gym, we're Planet Fitness.", I want to punch somebody in the face.
my fiance makes it a point to come get me during every commercial. "THATS YOU!!! BAHAHAHAHA!!"
Especially the "like abs? Peep these!"0 -
My PF very rarely use the alarm and the people who work there hate setting it off on people. There's only one guy they do this to and it's because he's a loud talker to the point of being obnoxious and they do it to him as a joke.
That just gave me an idea...I am going to open my own PF, I shall actually stock it only with barbells, squat racks, power racks, and maybe five treadmills and five ellipticals. I shall reserve the lunk alarm for people who run their mouths and distract other from their workout, and followed by the alarm will be a recorded voice message played at the same volume: "shut the **** up and lift, or get out".
I would join this gym in a heartbeat.0 -
My PF very rarely use the alarm and the people who work there hate setting it off on people. There's only one guy they do this to and it's because he's a loud talker to the point of being obnoxious and they do it to him as a joke.
That just gave me an idea...I am going to open my own PF, I shall actually stock it only with barbells, squat racks, power racks, and maybe five treadmills and five ellipticals. I shall reserve the lunk alarm for people who run their mouths and distract other from their workout, and followed by the alarm will be a recorded voice message played at the same volume: "shut the **** up and lift, or get out".
I would join this gym in a heartbeat.
It sounds like an average powerlifting gym.0 -
Not sure why everyone is hating on PF so much... It's the only gym I've ever belonged to and I love it. I don't have to pay $50 a month for things I won't use, like free childcare. I've been going there 4-5 days per week, can always get on a machine right away and never have had to wait to use any of the free weights. "Planet Fatness" has helped me lose 18 pounds so far, thank you very much.0
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It sounds like an average powerlifting gym.
Precisely. That's the point. It would be like a ****ed up episode of the Twilight Zone for people walking in there expecting the pussification that they see in the commercials.0
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