visited la fitness in Stoneham again. The revamp is fantastic. Good equipment. Nico and the staff…read morewere really great at sorting me with a pass. Definitely a great gym to use

hot tub is closed for at least 1.5 years. Now they closed sauna and don't even give the date it…read morewill open again. Sauna worked just fine when they closed it.

I don't understand the negative reviews here! Just joined this gym today and did my first workout…read more I was looking for a place that's affordable, clean, conveniently located (I'm a few blocks away), has plenty of equipment, and doesn't pressure you to sign up for personal training, classes, etc. That's exactly what I got. At $19.99 a month (with no long term contracts), this is perfect for me. I can use the ellipticals, the bikes, the treadmills. And at this price, if I go three times a week, I'm still getting my money's worth. If you want glamor and glitz with a price tag to match, go to one of the "fancy" places. There are plenty of them out there. But if you're looking for a place to get in a workout without the nonsense, then check out this place. You won't be sorry!

It's not the biggest, nor is it the sexiest, but this is still a solid fitness center. MG Fitness…read moreincludes machines that are almost always working, efficient parking, and a light membership cost. The only negatives can be found from the size and front desk workers. Especially on a Sunday morning when lots of people are exercising, the gym gets quite cramped. As for the front desk workers, they often get confused whenever a problem with your membership or whatnot gets brought up. Aside from the occasional loud grunter, there are no annoying meat-heads to be found, as far as I know. Anyone from any age or any type of physique can join without intimidation.

The gym needs a huge upgrade. I have been to others Anytime Fitness gyms across the country and…read morethis one is among the worst. Only reason I go there: close home and I like the guys who work there.

A friend told me about this place, he said there a girl there who works out there that spits all…read moreover the workout machines when she's excersing. He talked to management but they do nothing and she lets her son come in for free and he lets his friends come in for free.. So folks beware of what you're touch...

I can't recommend Mt Olympus gym enough. Christos trained me through pregnancy and postpartum, and…read morethe support I received during that time was incredible! He's extremely knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely cares about his clients. Throughout pregnancy, he adjusted workouts thoughtfully so I always felt safe, but still strong and capable. Postpartum, he helped me ease back into movement with patience and encouragement, focusing on rebuilding strength without pressure or rushing the process. I always felt listened to and supported, even on hard days. If you're looking for a trainer who truly understands the body, especially during major life changes and meets you where you are, Christos is it! I am so grateful to have worked with him and would highly recommend him to anyone, especially expecting or postpartum moms.

Mt. Olympus is the best in the area. The owner Christos is so thoughtful with the workouts he makes…read morefor his clients individually. The gym itself is a clean and motivating environment.. Highly recommend!

I went to StretchLab for the first time today and it was an excellent experience. I took advantage…read moreof the 50 minute introductory stretch and it was very thorough and well done. The place is spotless and although you are in an open area with other tables, you're on your stomach or back and the other tables were not at all distracting. I stretch routinely, but many of these stretches need a second person to really maximize stretch and it felt great. The flexologist was very knowledgeable and was careful to ensure there was no discomfort and she eased into each stretch. They also prep you with a Thera gun, which is nice because they hit areas you cannot hit by yourself. I will definitely be back.

From the owner: StretchLab offers personalized 1-on-1 assisted stretching sessions dedicated to delivering lasting…read moreresults. Our certified Flexologists utilize science-backed techniques to help you achieve a deeper, more effective stretch than you can on your own. Benefits include increased range of motion, improved posture, reduced muscle tightness and better overall movement during your daily activties. StretchLab is great for working professionals looking to reduce tightness, busy parents that need to relieve stress, active retirees who want to maintain their mobility, and competitive athletes who want to accelerate their recovery and performance.

This is by far the best gym you can go to. The people here are super nice and you work so hard…read morehere. I recommend Mike boyles.

The very best strength and conditioning facility in the country. Don't believe me? Men's Health…read moreagrees (http://www.menshealth.com/mhlists/america_s_best_gyms/Mike_Boyle_Strength_Conditioning.php). If you live in Boston, you'll need a car to get out here. It is not a normal gym, as you will sign up for group classes set on specific days and at specific times. Once you do, you'll be in a small class (usually less than 10), with two trainers giving you plenty of attention. Speaking of trainers, they recruit the best and the brightest, including my trainer, Anna Tocco, who is a ball of energy. It works out to be about $20 a session. You'll work up a sweat, but not simply for the sake of sweating - over the course of each 4 month session there is a plan to make you stronger, better conditioned, and less injury prone. You'll be doing the same workouts the pro athletes there are doing (when I was there, the NFL combine prep was in full swing), which some modifications of course (and obviously not at the same weights). They make great use of the astroturf for sprinting amd plyo work. Plenty of olympic weight racks. Penty of slideboard work too, which is awesome. No question, this is the gold standard.

dirty. bathrooms are filthy. employees last about 9 months then a whole new bunch of employees come…read morein.

Awesome old school gym with newer services. Gave up up the big boston chain during COVID because I…read moredidn't feel protected or safe. Todays fitness was Immaculate. And equipment, when rarely faulty, was repaired immediately. Best part... there was enough space and equipment to get through my workout without having to be jammed in on top of someone. While the other places have managers who don't give a darn the owner is present daily and watched over his facility and the care and attention I. The gym shows it. I'll be driving out of my way and staying here. Thanks for keeping the small gym feel in a big gym!!!

The coaches care so much about the clients. They keep up to date about my goals, my body aches, and…read moremy family drama! They have figured out what motivates me and gets me to work harder and get stronger.

No matter where you are at in your life or level of fitness I would highly recommend Fitness…read moreTogether in Melrose. I've been searching for a gym in this area for a while, trying everything from cheap gyms with tons of equipment to class lead circuit training but nothing really worked for me or got me appreciating a workout until developing a routine here. My fitness level and how I've felt about my body has yo-yoed my whole life. During the pandemic I fell into a particularly lazy cycle and could not find motivation on my own to come out of it. I've worked with Mel, Mark, and James and have come out of all sessions feeling better (exhausted, but better) about my body. Although I'm usually a bit too out of breath to talk, every trainer is easy to talk to which obviously makes going into a work out way more enjoyable. They also each demonstrate professionalism and knowledge that make me confident that I'm making the right decision following this program and that I'm safe in each movement. Looking forward to continuing my 2x weekly routine here the foreseeable future!

I enjoy visiting this gym every time I visit my in-laws in Melrose. Here's why:…read more1. Well maintained with fancy equipment. I enjoy tracking my heart rate and making sure I am trying to reach my max in every workout. If you are a first timer, it takes a little bit more time to customize your heart rate to your reader, but well worth it! 2. Awesome instructors like Sue and Thom! They motivated me and since I feel like I am always new, they gave me extra attention to make sure I was doing the exercises right and made me feel welcome! 3. There is a gym you can use in addition to the classes, which I never took advantage off, but it had cardio and strength machines. My only complaint is that the price of $25-30 per class can be steep! That pass is not really a day pass and covers one class only. It is best to take advantage of deals, like they have an awesome NY deal, or ClassPass. Overall, a great gym and you should try it for yourself, especially if you live in Melrose!

Small groups and array of training and personal training and two locations highly recommend.read more

Hadn't been back here since before the pandemic, so I was amazed at the complete makeover and 100%…read moreimprovement of this place! Back then, they stupidly had a huge men's locker room on one floor, and a similarly huge boys' locker room on another floor---and I'm assuming, ditto for a women's and a girls' LR. In other words, huge waste of space, since all the actual workout space was crammed into a claustrophobic cellar space with low 8ft ceilings, and the equipment was pretty old and fairly rickety. NOW, however, they've combined the locker rooms and have a palatial high ceilinged 2nd floor workout space with excellent and all new equipment including something I had never seen in a Y before: Concept ski ergs! (Google it if you have no idea what I'm talking about.) Said equipment is not all that intelligently laid out, though---but compared to how it used to be, no complaints here! Locker room looks pretty much the same but the showers and restroom are nicely redone. Not so crazy about their cardio equipment, though. All their stationary bikes are the geriatric recumbent ones, with only one ancient Keiser on the floor. They have Precor treadmills and ellipticals that have nice big screens with the wonderful "interactive terrains" similar to Life Fitness's current models found at other Ys---but unlike the LF machines, these Precor machines' video screens are buggy as hell, constantly freezing up and having to be reset within 15 minutes of starting your workout! Also, the one and only (coed) sauna they have, while being brand new and beautiful, sitting right next to the pool, BUT---is uselessly weak. Even on the highest settings, it feels like it only gets to maybe 160F tops. Nothing like the Cambridge Y's sauna which is around a divine 200F, or the Malden Y and Waltham Y's saunas which are closer to a still-passable 180F. I suppose it's meant more for people who just want to dry out after swimming, not for anyone who wants to really SWEAT, which is the whole purpose of a sauna. A good thing about this Y is that it's one of the all too few that stays open until 9pm on Fridays. Sadly, on Saturdays and Sundays they close at a lousy 4pm, just like the Cambridge Y.

My family and I have enjoyed our membership at this YMCA for over a decade now. I've worked out in…read morethe gym, played in the men's basketball league, taken swimming lessons with both of my children, taken sports lessons with both of my children and we've all had great experiences. I can't imagine Melrose without the Melrose YMCA! As an aside to other yelp reviewers of this YMCA, I would encourage you to voice any misgivings you might have directly to the personnel. My experience at this YMCA is that the staff are receptive to any concerns and will work with their members to find an amicable solution.