why do people seem to not like planet fitness?

This is why: http://www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/things-you-will-only-see-at-planet-fitness

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 fast

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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.

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!

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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!

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.

Because people like to feel superior and seem to love complaining.

Because people like to feel superior and seem to love complaining.

You're talking about PF corporate.....right?

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.

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.

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.

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 fine

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 instead

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.

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.

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...

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"