I've lived on the upper east side all my life, in my early 20's there was the usual big name NYSC,…read moreEquinox etc. I couldn't warm up to either after giving them both a try. I needed personal attention and direction on my fitness journey since I had no idea what I was doing nor the drive. A little less than a decade ago I pass PushLab Fitness...my sister and I watched a trainer with his client and his passion to train, his intensity and strength training exercises that I wanted nothing to do with at the time. (I was in my happy hour era don't judge lol) I swore the idea off saying I don't have what it takes and off we went. Here I am... a decade later and eating my words, anxiously waiting for each physically challenging session. Every day is unexpected and almost entirely different from the last. Never boring and hitting every part of my body. My legs are in poor health and he's extremely attentive to it. He pushes me to do better, work harder, stay focused. He truly cares about the direction of your fitness and all around health and never once makes you feel like you're just an in and out client. He makes me want to do better and be better. Training has turned my life around. Ahmed is a distinguished trainer and humble gentleman. If you're ready to get in the best shape of your life and build your strength both mentally and physically, Go to Pushlab see Ahmed, and thank me later.

I booked 10 classes for $1,400. On my 3rd class Ahmed had me stand on a platform with no balance…read moreaids while doing vigorous leg work. I fell off the pedestal, crashed my head on the wall and ended up in Lenox Hill hospital getting a CAT scan of my head and jaw. Turns out my jaw was dislocated and now needs PT to get it straight. I cancelled the rest of my sessions and asked for a refund. Ahmed gave me a refund BUT he insisted on charging me for the session that put me in Lenox Hill Hospital! He's a man of no honor.

Awesome box! I love the programming. A good balance between strength and metcon…read more The coaches and members are super nice. There's a mixture of levels in the gym, so there'll be some really good athletes that will push you. But honestly, the ones who are just beginning CrossFit are very inspiring to me. Highly recommend.

Absolutely love this gym! I started off supporting a friend who was coaching and now I'm hooked!…read moreCrossfit Unleashed has a great community and is located in a good area of Astoria for parking. The train is also a block away. They offer a nice deal for those starting off, as well as trial classes. The coaches are all super friendly and the community events are fun. For anyone hesitant like I was, modified workouts are a thing . So don't be scared to try it out, the coaches will help you based on your skill level.

The classes are fun and intense. Good community. I love how we alternate through different stations…read moreand different workouts. I get bored easily and this is not boring. One exercise for a few minutes before moving on to a completely different exercise. The coaches move around abd give pointers. Another plus are there are screens on the wall showing the exercises so if you forget what to do, lose concentration or need a reminder without wanting to ask a trainer it's right there. They don't have many bathrooms so the line gets long after class but that provide towels and massage guns are available. We wipe down what we used after class so it's clean. There is also a water station.

Great functional workout classes, fun coaches! I really liked how chill everyone is - you go at…read moreyour own pace and your own level and you have buddies at each station who are doing the same super set as you are. Love the music, very motivating mix. Sometimes I feel like fitness classes don't hit the music vibe just right, but they do really well at F45. It feels a little bit like a blend of "the future" ― since there are screens displaying the right form, etc., but you also get the benefits of in-person interaction with the coaches and the other people in class. Super appreciate that they provide towels and massage guns. I like that there's a simple warmup and cooldown stretch incorporated. Feels very no-bullshit, get-it-done, and positive vibes. Only one single-person bathroom/shower seems a little impractical, but other than that I really had a great experience.

What a unique CrossFit gym!…read more The coaches, community, programming and space are all spectacular. I love to take class here. The coaches and community are all so friendly. There's strongman programming in the workouts a couple days a week (Wednesdays and Saturdays), which is pretty different and thrilling. After a couple of weeks here, we've done work with equipment like stones, sandbags, tires, sledgehammers and kegs. Not something you expect to see everywhere! I love the space and the big garage door. When it's open for some air or the light, it's so refreshing. So thankful that Dutch Kills is in the area.

Love this place ! You can sign up for a CrossFit program or…read morea STRONGMAN program (or both) and there are weekly OLY classes and gymnastics classes offered. Also In -house massage therapists and all the equipment for any goal you may have. Great coaches and members that make this place like a second home to everyone. Drop in, check us out.....Brent Fikowski did!

"You miss all the shots you don't take!"…read more "The lightbulb was Thomas Edison's one thousand and first invention!" These are some of the motivational messages and platitudes thrown at us in class as we huffed and puffed our way through steep inclines on a treadmill going so fast our hearts felt like bursting out of our chests. While these quotes felt hackneyed and out of place at the gym, I welcomed the distraction. I'd rather think about the sort of quotes you see on dorm room posters than how close I am to passing out. Which is all to say, the class is hard, but you have someone literally yelling in your ear to keep going. Facilities are clean, there are self-locking lockers, and multiple bathrooms. I'd come back for this is a cheaper, comparable alternative to Barry's.

This is a tough workout…read more I do this when I really want to push myself. It is a combination of treadmill, weights and floor exercises. All very challenging. The space is very clean, with just one exercise studio. The prices are comparable to other classes in the area. The packages don't have any expiration so there is no crazy rush to take the classes. The only negative is after 1 ripped class, I am sore for a week.

Trainer Jake Nicely legit changed my life and helped me to lose what is now almost 80 pounds opened…read moreNicely Fit Co. in LIC in early 2020. Thankfully he is now doing online training! I cannot stress enough how encouraging and affirming Jake's genuine warmth, care, and love is for me and all of his clients. He meets me where I'm at and pushes me to get a little better every day. He's truly one of a kind. And now he's available for everyone online! He's developed on an online coaching program for all of us homebound these next couple of weeks. I cannot recommend him enough. Jake will make your quarantine time meaningful and align you with fitness goals that'll get you to emerge from this fitter than ever. Hit him up now!

To call my experience with Jake amazing probably is an understatement - It's been downright…read moretransformational! Aside from all the physical progress, I've gone from barely knowing a thing about fitness to developing a good sense of precisely which parts of my body should be activated for each exercise, even when I'm working out on my own. This all happened under his guidance. This same man has also been one of the kindest, most understanding people I've worked with. He's stuck around for me even through my lowest moments over the last 2 years to say the least. Overall, if you're looking for a no frills, knowledgeable, but most importantly, kind trainer, can't go wrong with Jake.

Great workout at the Midtown East F45 this morning. Lots of space to move around, good trainers who…read moreare upbeat, helpful in correcting improper form, and motivating. The equipment is set up for you to move quickly from station to station, and all of it was in great shape--seemed almost brand new! Would definitely recommend checking out this F45 location if you want a full-time gym in the area, or if you're looking for a drop-in class on your NYC trip!

This class was legit what I needed to get back into working out! The trainers are amazing. I love…read morehow they walk around making sure you are maintaining good form. The workouts are challenging yet manageable, and Highly recommend for anyone looking for a start and need a push.

EVF is incredible. The trainers are top-tier, the community feels like home, and the energy is…read moreunmatched. Every workout leaves me feeling stronger and inspired.

For some background - I am someone who has done strength training for 5 years and is familiar with…read moregym equipment and how to perform different exercises safely and with good form. I decided to try EVF for the first time with their EVF class, which was open to everyone. The class was disorganized and overcrowded. The instructor speed-talked when showing us how to do an exercise with good form, and in a room of 30+ people, not everyone could even hear her because the music was too loud. And as people were working out, there were way too many people for her to actually monitor to make sure they are doing everything safely. The complete lack of focus on injury prevention and safety is a deal breaker for me. Instead, their focus is on making you sweat hard with weights to make you think you had a good workout - when in reality, you may not be activating the right muscles and are on your way to worsening your muscle imbalances and injuring yourself. Oh, and here are some extra fun details: -No one is EVER at the front desk. I had to pass by this gym 3 times on 3 different days because I wanted to talk to a human being to ask some questions before I signed up for my first class. They just have a desk there and equipment but no signs of life. Ever. -No one is doing audio checks before a class, so good luck hearing what your instructor is saying -The back office is the only area that seems to be staffed. Their focus is just sales, not about anything else. -The instructors are not knowledgeable in muscle anatomy and will have you doing reps based on time rather than on evenly working both sides of your body - another recipe for injury! This entire gym screams of red flags. Stay away.

On suggestion from my daughter, I recently plucked up the courage to get off my backside & back to…read moreCrossFit which I enjoyed very much before Covid. I'm a woman in my late 60s & have always been fairly active, but got a bit lazy recently, so I decided if I want to get stronger & fitter as I age, then I need to make the effort...for me! I started with CrossFit Sunnyside just 2 weeks ago & from the friendly welcome on my initial visit for info from Mike the owner to my first few workouts I'm happy I did. Mike & Leo have guided me thus far & there is a genuinely friendly & professional atmosphere in the gym. Everyone is pulling for your success & adjustments can be made to suit your fitness level. I love the idea of the 1:1 for 5 sessions upfront, which helps show what to expect during the classes & assesses what my strengths & weaknesses are & therefore knowing those things I can work to better achieve my goals. Their prices are very reasonable for what's on offer & there are several programs to choose from. I have one more 1:1 session on Monday & looking forward to getting in the team sessions soon. If you're hesitant about starting....or returning to a workout program, whatever age or fitness level you're at....hesitate no more, get in touch with the gym, you won't be sorry!

Dropped in for a CrossFit workout. Jason was a great coach and gave a nice workout. Also nice…read morepeople there as well.

Form 50 is a Lagree method/ megareformer style class which is a great workout. Both times I went, I…read morewas sore after, and I do reformer Pilates + megareformer + mat pilates often. So it really is great at providing a full body workout! Their instructors are energetic and fun. Note- this is NOT Pilates (megareformer is not pilates). It is a strength fitness class that utilizes a megareformer. Form 50 has a cute aesthetic- pink light, pink & white springs, pink handles. So you can decide if that's your thing! Amenities are good- lots of lockers, bathroom & showers (not all studios i go to have showers). Conveniently located in midtown, not far from the 6 train. This is available on ClassPass! Overall, I will be back.

I am a sucker for megaformer Pilates classes, and what I like about Form50 over solidcore is that…read moreForm50 doesn't play excessively loud music. Other than that, they're pretty similar in that their total body sculpt workouts are pretty good, though they do focus more on abs, glutes, legs by nature of Pilates. The instructor kept it interesting and gave us a variety of moves using most of the components of the megareformer machine. It was a tough workout but in a good way--I thought I'd be pretty fit since I play volleyball 2-3 times/week every week but Pilates has humbled me once again. Form50 has a lot of offers -- 2 pack or 2 week unlimited membership for new clients, various class packs and being listed on ClassPass. Towels are only free for members; otherwise, it's $3 per towel. The facility is very clean and aesthetic too. I also like how there are more than enough lockers, compared to some fitness studios where I feel like I have to scramble for locker space.