I'm beyond impressed with Route 250. I went in with minimal experience and an injured wrist. The…read moretrainer I worked with was absolutely amazing. He was able to make modifications for me, and was so encouraging. The staff is all so friendly, and the number and variety of machines is astounding! I was intimidated at first, but everyone made me feel so welcome. It was clear that even the other patrons wanted not only themselves, but everyone in the gym to succeed and feel comfortable. As a newbie who has always been intimidated by gyms, even after having worked in one, this was so, so appreciated. Plus, they have tanning, childcare and a smoothie bar! The membership is also quite affordable.

I am new to going to the gym- I usually am too nervous to go since I'm not really that educated…read moreabout it. Route 250 is so so welcoming! I feel really comfortable there in comparison to other places I've tried to go. Everyone is super helpful and the facility really has something for everyone. They're open all the time which makes it even easier for me to go with my work schedule. I really recommend it to anyone who isn't super comfortable in a gym environment!!

I travel frequently for work and have been to 40+ Anytime Fitness' across the US and Australia…read more This location has a great selection of equipment and machines and the layout gives everyone enough space. Only reason for the dock of a star is there weren't many spaces for stretching. Personal training and classes seemed to take up most of the free space and it was difficult to locate mats to stretch.

The staff, equipment and facility are as good as it gets. It's easily the best gym in the Ohio…read moreValley Area.

I've been coming here for over 4 years now, and I can say this is one of the best locally owned…read moregyms in the Ohio Valley. It's maintained really well, and highly recommend for people that are committed to better themselves physically.

From the owner: 24/7 fitness facility, weight room, cardio room, nutrition coaching, personal training, group…read morefitness classes, CrossFit St. Clairsville and Mountain River Physical Therapy on site.

I've been to planet fitnesses all over, and New Philly location has it figured out! The mirrors are…read morethe best config of any of the clubs I've seen in Ohio. Floor to ceiling, and that lighting makes you look absolute god(dess)like. And so many Smith machines! Plenty for everyone. The locker room is spacious with benches for everyone, there's no waiting for someone to get out of the way to change. I definitely give it five thumbs up.

Convenient location gym looked clean and sufficient in size…read more Moving to Ohio, and wanted to check out the gym. I was told by front desk person, since I was a prior member in North Carolina, my only options were to pay $20/day, or buy a membership. 200% the cost of a monthly membership, for a day pass? I'll happily go elsewhere

Nice Y, very active. Lots going on here. Staff is decently friendly, facility is old but…read morerefurbished. Could do without the in your face scriptures painted on the walls. There's more bro culture in the weight room than I am used to at my home Y, which can be intimidating, especially for women. All in all I like working out here.

I dropped by for a workout today, super friendly staff and great equipment!…read more Music was pretty loud, but great gym!

My regular readers know i am a stingy old scrooge when it comes to five star ratings. Impress me…read more Zephyr's Fitness has earned its stripes in my opinion. Here is why: Before heading over to Northern Ohio i did A-LOT of research on gyms. Cooked them all down into two possibilities. One near the office up by Cleveland and one near Orville OH. All of the others are weight loss focused. Not weight training. Think squat racks, deadlifts, weights crashing, and soaked shirts. I better stop there before i digress into something not suitable for those with weak hearts and young children. Let's talk about the owner. To know the owner is to know the gym. This is a man with a solid physic, quite demeanor, with a deep well of determination and focus. He is an integral member of the community from what i can tell. The kind of person everyone should have in there life for all sorts of good reasons. He is often present. Either working out himself or getting to know his members. Often both simultaneously from what i have noticed. Be prepared for him to introduce himself at some point. Maybe you can beat him to it and introduce yourself. So good friendly energy at this gym. The gym is carved up into a few different areas. The main gyms is surrounded by a track for laps or to walk off stiff muscles. The middle is halved by an area that is often used to push or drag weights, lunges and other exercises that requires some room to roam. The front section isolation machines and cardio machines. All new and in great shape. Minimal duplicate machines are available if it gets busy but so far it has not been an issue. The second half is free-weights. With three squat racks, hack squat, small leg press, two smith machines, six assorted bench presses. and other equipment. Lots of action in this area. It is open and welcoming without feeling like your on display. The "Jungle" is a walled off area behind a large industrial but windowed garage door. This area is for those on a mission. The chalk can be found here. Along with loud noises, heavy weight, and worn machines. Each has likely seen a lot of blood,sweat and tears offered up on there alters over the years. The section next to it has a warmup area, at least that how i use it. Stretching, some machines, some tired jump-ropes, bands and so on. Next to this area is the cross fit area. This is in effect another whole building to which i will have to defer to someone who knows it better than I. The gym has a good sound system that plays some decent 80's. There are nooks to store your stuff. Lockers are available but i am not sure how that all works. The front desk is staffed M-F. But weekend coverage is iffy at best. BUT and this is a big BUT, is the doors are locked and you cannot get in without a token. You only get a token if your monthly member. So what about us daily folks you ask. We are F@%$!. Yep, say a prayer and hope someone see's you awkwardly pressing your face up against the one-way glass from the outside. Wave and knock and make all kinds of motions. That's what i do. I try and make it totally awkward for everyone inside trying there best not to see or acknowledge me. It really gets fun when a member comes walking around the corner and beeps in. It must be pretty funny for those driving by as well. I try and put on a good show. Waiting for the police to show up to haul me off. So a word of warning... you may not want to gulp down your pre-workout until you know you can get in if your a daily like me. So call and make sure. Sometime the phone lines go straight to VM on Saturday. Sunday nobody is there to let you in. Once your in you can pay the 10 bucks. But getting through those doors is a craps shoot on the weekend at least. Given the limited options for those committed to training, Zephyr's is a keeper. Worthy of my 30 minute commute each way to partake in its offerings.

This gym is great!-- the trainers are knowledgeable, super motivating, and actually correct your…read moreform without making you feel judged. Workouts are tough but doable, and I always leave feeling stronger. Best decision I made for my fitness this year!

Starting group training can be a little bit intimidating, but Impulse makes you feel so welcome…read more Great classes, great trainers, great community! I highly recommend!

Great gym! Great people! Definitely a place to grab a workout if you're looking for a new gym or…read moreare in the area!

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