I started lifting weights when I was 14 years old. I was primarily interested in building muscle…read moremass as I transitioned to play high school football. I continued to lift and do cardio in various forms throughout college and working out remained a cornerstone of my day to day life after graduation. I'd say I was doing pretty well until I turned 35. At that point I found myself skipping workouts, eating too much junk food, finishing my kid's 'Happy Meals', and generally being lazy. I was inconsistent and could not seem to get "back on the horse." Fast forward 22 years. My on again off again pattern of working out had led me to yet another "big box" gym and, quite frankly, I was BORED. I needed a community with like-minded individuals who wanted something beyond traditional workouts. One year ago this week I found what I was looking for: KRAVE Gym. The owners and coaches recognize that we all desire to belong, feel supported, and be challenged to reach our potential. I love this place and the people I get to see on a weekly basis. I actually look forward to working out here and truly enjoy the "seasons" of our gym that highlight the importance of strength, endurance, agility, and striking. If you're struggling with motivation or just need a kick in the ass to get you back on track, this is the place for YOU!

I have been a member at Krave Gym for about 7 or 8 years and there are so many things I love about…read moreit. Most importantly, the owners, coaches, and community. The owners started with one gym (this location) and have expanded to several more over the years, yet they remain involved in all locations. All of the coaches are great but I want to give a shout out to Anson Fisk! As luck would have it, I end up in his sessions more often than with other coaches. Anson is very enthusiastic and motivating but more importantly, he sees each person individually and works to correct form when needed. As for community, Krave partners with a local non profit each season (Special Olympics, ARL, etc.) and members are encouraged to participate in an event supporting each non-profit. There are also challenges (just completed a six-week one) and occasionally a social event. To me, Krave is much more than just a gym!

The Genesis Mills facility has many options for your workout including group classes, free weights,…read moremachines, a pool, basketball court and plenty of stair masters, etc., in addition to a running track. The negatives is that the building is getting up there in age and it shows. Lights need to be cleaned, areas painted and the general paint colors are outdated. But is there any reason that lights in the court are out in addition to the stair master area and held the tv's work. The big positive is that staff is very friendly and professional. So as a prospective looking for an all around health club give it a look and check out Lifetime but do it during the busy hours after 4pm to get a real feel.

Gym itself is okay. Equipment is good. Staff particularly the front desk are rude and that includes…read moremanagement. The girl at the front desk had racist undertones in the way she spoke to me. To top it off the locker rooms are disgusting. Horrible experience.

I love this place. The coaches are great and the classes are challenging. I've gained muscle and…read morefeel stronger and more confident.

I would just like to take the time to thank Elite Edge Fitness for a great health and nutrition…read morebody transformation. It never dawned on me how much my endurance would increase in such a small amount of time. Going into the challenge, I was nervous because I knew it was going to be tough both mentally and physically. However, it's an amazing feeling knowing that I was able to push through the entire challenge, FTDI and receive desired results. Though my determination and dedication was much needed, I also had a great support system to back me up every step of the way. I'd definitely recommend the 6-week challenge through Elite Edge to anyone who is serious about making a real lifestyle change to improve their health and physique!

Krave is great- they keep things interesting with seasonal workout changes, customized personal…read moretraining, and coaches that take the time to get to know you and acknowledge your place in the athletic community they've built. I've been going for 2+ years with no intention to change gyms. Thanks for your hard work and commitment to your members, Krave!

Krave Gym is the best gym! With the best team! The best coaches! And the best athletes!read more

Their maintenance of pool and exercise equipment is inferior. I dropped my membership.read more

Love this place. If you are a swimmer be aware that many women will use the lap pool for walking…read moreor just standing around and talking. They publish a LAP POOL SCHEDULE, but don't supervise its use. There is an exercise pool. 2.2 Lane Usage - The lap pool is for continuous lap swimming.

This place is a joke. You don't get a good workout sometimes barely sweat. If you're past the age…read moreof 50 perhaps this place is more for you. The customer service though is what led me to write this review. One of the instructors was SO rude. I was told I could level up to a 1.5 class and she constantly made comments about how I couldn't do something because I was new or I wasn't used to doing something a certain way. We all were just looking at each other and smiling because her energy was so off. They actually gave me a new class because I had complained. So I go to the new class and show up at the door at 8:01 AM and was refused to come in. I said hey it's only 8:01 and I have seen many other ladies come in 2-3 minutes after. Dani still refused to let me in. This place is the worst!!! I do not recommend. Complete waste of money.

Fantastic place with a great attitude Very friendly they are willing to help beginners and the…read moreexperienced Since going there my body and my body image have both been improved they are wonderful and caring people.

I joined Iron & Oars in January, and after just four months, I'm down 22 pounds and 8% body fat!…read moreI've gained confidence, built muscle, made health and fitness a real priority, and have so much more energy. The combination of rowing and strength training is perfect. When I started my first 50-day challenge, I was dealing with knee pain. Jen and the team were amazing in supporting me through it, encouraging me to keep doing the work but modifying or resting when needed. Now, four months later, I have zero pain in my knee! Jen, the owner, and all the coaches are incredibly supportive while also pushing me to work hard and stay focused on my goals. I'm currently in the middle of my second challenge, and the accountability and weekly check-ins have been invaluable in keeping me on track. I'm so happy with the progress I've made--now it's time to shop for new summer clothes! Highly recommend this place to anyone looking to get stronger, healthier, and feel amazing!

From the owner: IRON & OARS Strength and Row Studio combines intervals of rowing on water-rowers with strength…read moretraining using dumbbells, body weight and bands. Rowing is the best type of cardiovascular exercise working 85% of the muscles without any impact on the joints. The 50 minute classes provide real fitness results fast! Fitness Assessments, Nutrition Programming and Personal Training are also available at IRON & OARS. The experienced Instructors make the workouts challenging, educational, and FUN!

This is an amazing gym. It's never crowded, there's tons of equipment and it's all clean, the…read morebathrooms are spotless, Jessica (the manager) is super friendly as well as ACE CPT certified. Memberships are cheap and you can cancel at anytime. It's crazy what a deal it is.

From the owner: A local Des Moines fitness gym with 24/7 access that offers fitness center amenities such as…read morestrength machines, free weights, treadmills, bikes, ellipticals, TRX, kettle bells, stability balls, and training accessories. We do not offer classes or crossfit however we have all the equipment and space to adapt to any fitness level. Nutrition counseling services are also available through our on-site dietitian. Hy-Vee Fitness is conveniently located next to the Fleur Hy-Vee grocery store in Des Moines South side.

Not sure why this place doesn't have more reviews. I took an 8:30a boxing class on December 31st…read morewith my husband and a friend from of town and it was great! We were each at different points in our fitness journey but felt appropriately challenged because we could push/not push as hard as we wanted to. Daniel did a great job leading the class and helping us newbies put our wraps on. I also appreciated the service provided by the front desk attendant. She was very thorough in explaining the membership benefits and giving us a tour. I'm moving out of state next week, otherwise I would seriously consider becoming a member. Tip: they provide free 3-day passes for newbies.

One of the best boxing clubs in the Midwest. The staff is very knowledgeable and nice. Great…read moreatmosphere and activities to keep you engaged.

Zane and his team aced it; I got exactly the equipment I was looking for with quick, friendly and…read morethoroughly knowledgeable service -- along with flawless home setup. Thanks again! :)

This is the place to get your exercise equipment. They are knowledgeable about various consumer…read moreproducts and will work with you to get an excellent deal. I have bought an elliptical machine, a weight bench and several accessories from Push Pedal Pull in West Des Moines and I am so pleased with the customer service. Zane helped me find a machine that would fit in my room with a low ceiling. The whole team goes out of their way to provide service after the sale.