I tried a "Barbell Class" with my neighbor and I had a good experience. The class size was…read moresmall-only three other people were in the class, which made for a nice environment. The trainer was friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. He demonstrated all movements in a way that was easy to understand and he was patient with members when they had questions. All the members were warm and welcoming. The structure of the class was clever. We did some interval warm-ups, which had twenty-five seconds of work and twenty seconds of rest. The movements included mountain climbers, bird dogs, plank holds, push-ups, and other movements. Then we did five pull-ups and ten tricep over the head extensions. Then we did some mobility work-things like lunges, cossack squats, hip rotations, and arm rotations. After that, we did bench presses with a pause at the bottom and single-arm dumbbell bent-over rows. Then we did hip thrusters and farmer carry's and we finished the workout with some barbell bicep curls, some high band side steps and some sled pushes. My muscles were definitely feeling the burn at an increasing rate as the class went on. If I had to nitpick then I would say that there wasn't enough time to complete all of the movements and the gym is small. I imagine the gym would feel crowded if there were more than five people attending a class. When we got to "event #3," which included the barbell bicep curls, high band side steps, and sled pushes, we were given only seven minutes to complete it. Because it's important to stretch at the end of a workout, I respected the time cap on this section. But, I think there should have been a time cap on all three events. That would have prevented us from feeling rushed at the end. Go check this place out! I would like to come back and try one of their kettlebell classes.

My wife and I have been going to Michigan Kettlebells for over two months now. We joined via a…read moreGroupon to try something different other than the traditional type of gym and standard treadmill workout. We couldn't be happier. Initial impressions just trying to find the place and walking in were not what I was expecting. If you are used to walking into a Lifetime Fitness with tons of equipment, throw that idea away. Michigan Kettlebells is tucked into a small commercial and storage complex. Once you walk in, you will see this is a large renovated garage and sets the mood for the workouts to come. You will learn to love it. There is a wide variety of people who attend. Classes generally have 10-15 people in them and have a 60/40 mix of men to women. Age ranges from ~16 - 60 years old across many different skill levels from beginners to marathon runners. Everyone is very supportive and a great crowd to workout with. The workouts are different every single day I have attended, but maintain the core principal to increase general strength and fitness. This is done through Kettlebell training in additional to raw,"backyard" type of workouts such as tractor tire flipping, sand bag lifting, push ups, pull ups and everything in between. Craig, the primary instructor, is very knowledgeable and an overall great guy. His wife, Dawn, holds female only boot camp classes on Sunday which my wife attends. She is loving those as well. A third trainer Derek, is another great asset to the gym. All I can say is do yourself a favor and check this out, I am happy I did.

Great place to workout. Friendly and professional front desk staff and coaches. The studio closes…read moretoo early for the holidays and the treadmills and rowing machines need to be upgraded.

If you have no clue what to do in the gym & you need somewhere to start or aren't a fan of making…read moreup your own workouts and want to see results. Orangetheory has solved this issue for you. This is solved from their heart rate approach. You have two choices to begin from the rower or the treadmill. Talk to a coach about your goals and they will guide you accordingly. If you are super competitive this might be the place for you. You can earn splat points, try to stay in the red the longest of the group or compete with yourself in the app. I think this is an amazing place for all levels of fitness. They have really innovative ways to keep members engaged throughout with gifts, pajama days, workout hell week. The coach's are helpful. If they see you doing something incorrect they will assist. The music playlist is pretty good! It's loud so you will have to put your listening skills to use, if you can't sweat, run, row and listen. This might not be a place for you. Another cool feature they have a really awesome functional app. You can purchase merch, see your progress & schedule your next class! Also you can see what new contest or themed week is coming up and participate. Now weird encounter today. I've been here for a month. I've been to different orangetheory's, people let me record since I'm a blogger and I'm strategically only recording myself since I'm far off to the corner. It was two coaches today on the floor & the floor coach talked to me quite a lot and she seen my phone and didn't say a word... until after the class. ‍ I get it but like other places didn't say a word. I would also assume common courtesy of not recording random people while working out, that's just weird. But example I'm on the treadmill (it's pretty high) so the camera is only on me. Even if someone walks behind me you can't even see their head. I'm on the rower and you can on see me and the wall. I have over 50k of followers and I usually record my workouts at gyms since I go so many places. Definitely won be posting this one. So if you want to record this isn't the place Troy specifically! Which again is totally understandable, people usually don't bring their phone in the workout area,. They pride themselves on 60-90 minutes without your device, which I'm sure everyone could utilize. I would say go into the nearest location to see what promotions they have. If you don't see anything you can always use this code: 2DTUCC

I can't say enough great things about PURE MVMT. I've been going here for three years and enjoy the…read morefunctional fitness classes and low-pressure, friendly and encouraging atmosphere. The classes have made a huge difference in my life -- I've never stuck with a gym or a fitness program for so long. Highly recommend!

Pure MVMT is great! The gym has a great vibe and it feels like Ryan built it with busy…read moreprofessionals in mind.

I wanted to check out CoachMeFit because I saw an ad on Instagram that they were doing a free six…read moreweek challenge. Upon going there and learning that its actually not free I decided it was a scam and left it at that. This place has not only been spamming me for over a month now but they are extremely rude when I have been asked to be removed from their list insinuating that I am unmotivated and not conscious about my overall health. Don't waste your time. Its more hassle than its worth.

I am a sloth by nature. I am quite typically completely unmotivated to do any physical activity for…read morehealth's sake, until I notice that my vision is obscured because my cheeks have puffed up into little pillows of fat, the thigh chub rub has caused microabrasions in the skin, none of my pants will button comfortably, etc. The last straw is my dad giving me the once-over and announcing gravely, "You need to get to a gym." I exaggerate only slightly. When I decided that enough was enough, I gave this studio a call. They just opened in March '08 - since it's so new, I was able to snag a package discount (10%) and get to work out in relative peace with my trainer. The space is new, wide-open and minimalistic, with all of the newest gadgets that usually intimidate the hell out of me. I don't really do bigger gyms at all and have worked with a personal trainer before, so I was happy to find one close to home. There are a few trainers on staff right now. I have been working with Brad, who seriously kicks (my) ass. The workouts have been tough for this little marshmallow, but I feel so great after just about a month of sessions and can definitely perceive a difference. He is certified and has a background in sports med (kinesiology? I haven't gotten into it) so he has a physiologic approach to my workouts that I appreciate. I've seen the other patrons getting their butts kicked by the other trainer there, too. Yeah, it's spendy. It's a commitment. It's worth it to me, because I am just not one of those people who enjoys the gym or is self-motivated enough to even get there. And it works! Activity always does...

I've attended 6 degrees for a little over two years. I love all the services they provide. They…read morehave some of the best motivational trainers! They will push you to do your best, and challenging your abilities. Working out is very personal and can sometimes be challenging and discouraging. Here they play some amazing tunes to help you while you cry your way through your workout. I would highly recommend giving them a try. They have helped me and supported me through my fitness and mental journey

Great classes! I've only ever been to the kickboxing classes so I can't speak to the cycling or…read moreboot camp classes. Michelle is my favorite instructor and I really like her style of teaching: she's a little in-your-face (which I think is needed for the intensity of kickboxing) and really engaging. She is really good about talking to everyone during class and making sure everyone has the correct posture/sequence down. I've been to another instructor's class once or twice but found her to be slower-paced so I mostly stick to Michelle's classes. Definitely take a yoga mat, even when you go to kickboxing classes - there is about 10 minutes of stretching at the end of every class and mats are required for this portion.

Retrofit is the most underrated, awesome HIIT-style gym in Metro-Detroit. I started going to…read moreRetrofit back in 2017 after moving back to Royal Oak from Los Angeles. Since then, the owner Brad has continued to evolve his gym both in supplies, training style, and employees. They offer affordable 1:1 training as well as group fitness classes that are effective and efficient. As a trainer myself, I love their method of using drop-sets, heavy weights, and functional movement/cardio.

A couple of months ago, I realized that I was tired of overcrowded gyms & getting to exercise…read moreclasses 30 minutes early to fight for a spot. I also realized that it was one more excuse that I didn't need to avoid exercising. A long time ago, I had a really good experience with a Personal Trainer, and decided that was what I needed to do. I came across Retrofit Studio reviews here on Yelp, sort of accidentally. I liked what I read from the reviews & their website. I liked the idea of a private studio too. I called Brad & set up a consultation. There is no doubt that Brad loves what he does & wants every client to be successful. He spent a lot of time listening & talking to me about realistic goals, nutrition, and what to expect. He decided to set me up with Mark, one of his trainers. So far, I have had 8 training sessions with Mark. When Brad said he was a good fit for me, he was right! My sessions are 30 minutes, 2 times a week. By the time I leave, I am a sweaty mess! Mark challenges me, makes sure I have good form, and always encouraging. If I don't do it right, I have to do it again. Every session varies to work different muscle groups, especially the areas that are difficult to target. As hard as he makes me work, I'm never too sore to exercise in between our sessions. That is important to me because I need to do my part outside of our sessions. Mark checks with me regarding my diet and what I'm doing to reach my weight loss goals between our sessions. I always have fun training with Mark even when it's really difficult. The studio itself is great. It's very clean, doesn't smell funky like a lot of gyms (ha!), and a great variety of training techniques & equipment. There are a few cardio machines for client use before or after a session. Every trainer is always encouraging clients, whether it's their client or not. What about results? I started to feel stronger right away and continue to feel that way. I'm steadily losing weight & seeing the jiggle disappear! My muffin top is shrinking! I asked my husband if he noticed any changes. The poor guy looked at me with slight fear of answering the wrong way. ha! I wanted an honest answer. I don't expect fast results, but I am curious if the changes I see are noticeable to others. He said that he has seen a big change. He said I have been a lot happier since I started training with Mark. I wasn't expecting that answer & it made me realize I haven't felt that way about getting in shape (or trying to) in a long time. It sort of made me all verklempt! This is one of the best decisions I've made in a long time!

The barre code is a woman's gym that offers several types of work out classes. They have a good…read morevariety, from cardio to strength. I like that the class has a good flow, and are well organized, as the class goes by fast. The facility is also clean and they have little extras, so if you forget a hair tie, no problem! Friendly, positive staff!

I've been a member for almost 5 years and I absolutely love it. The classes are unique and…read moremotivating. You'll never get the same routine so if you go everyday you'll be doing something different. I love the class setting because I am not the type to work out on my own, so it helps me hold myself accountable. They also do fun little challenges where you can complete a certain # of classes within a timeframe and can enter to win prizes. The studio & members are very welcoming. I also love that they have personal items such as feminine products, hair spray/dry shampoo, deodorant, hair ties in case you forget yours!

Chris has been training me for a few years now and helped me lose over 80 pounds after having my…read moreson. I have a lot of issues and injuries with my body, and he has always been sensitive and attentive to that. He is able to modify an exercise on the spot to accommodate. I'm always impressed with his creativity of the circuit exercises he comes up with for me, I'm never bored and I can always accomplish the task, which is encouraging. He really is amazing, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

Dustin at Birmingham Ultimate Fitness is the real deal! If you are looking for a personalized…read morefitness experience there is no other place to look but here! With a background in the Marines he knows how to put you through a workout of a lifetime while maintaining proper biomechanics and posture! Incredible place with incredible stuff two thumbs up!

I'd like to start out by saying, that I have been working out at Stars & Stripes for over a year…read morenow. I am writing this because I had been to more than 5 CrossFit gyms in the area and this one has blown me away. The other gyms can't even compare to Stars & Stripes. When I walk in I know that I will get amazing results and great coaches. Coach Adam has been an unbelievably amazing coach to me.. I am 100% deaf, and upon learning this, he immediately started to learn how to sign in American Sign Language. His inclusiveness really helped alleviate my fears as a deaf person in a mostly speaking environment. Communication is a key part of CrossFit and he helps remove those barriers so that everyone can reach their fitness goals. I highly recommend you to workout at Stars & Stripes CrossFit!

There are not many gyms where an over-60 female can have a challenging work out that is customized…read moreto her physical limitations. I've worked out at Stars and Stripes for over five years, gotten improved strength and mobility without any injuries. The trainers emphasize form over just pushing harder. They are well trained and encourage you to be the best you can be. There aren't too many gyms where you can deadlift a ladies' bar, and be encouraged by the person next to you lifting 250 pounds. Not ready for the daily workout, try the senior class.

*** I am a 25yr member of LA Fitness ... ***…read more Looks like these machines here installed 2001. Def a struggling franchise. Few members using. *** Two words: Upgrade Please. It is 2026. ***

I've been a member at LA Fitness since they bought out Bally's and I had to transfer my membership…read more This location was really nice back then. Their pool and racquetball courts are a big draw for many looking for a fully equipped gym. They've made some updates the past few years including an area that goes beyond your typical equipment - along with the class offerings that go with it. But their women's bathroom is in desperate need of an overhaul. The doors don't close all the way (they are hanging poorly and the lock doesn't fully reach across), the stalls are so dated, it isn't always clean - it feels very institutional. They need to reinvest in their equipment - having already started by updating their free weights. I'd like to see better maintenance on their aerobic machines upstairs. No pics allowed - I'm a strict rule follower when it comes to that one.