But if you're trying to be a real fucking man and do some real fucking work in a real fucking gym, pay the 20-40 bucks a month at Gold's (or anywhere with a bench, squat rack, treadmill and maybe a pullup bar), learn the big 3 lifts (4 if you count PC), get on a linear progression program like rippetoe's SS, stick with it for at least 6 months, get fucking happy when you start seeing actual results, and use the $1920 - 2160 bucks a year you save by not joining Equinox for better things. If you answered yes, then go ahead and sign up for Equinox. What kind of workouts do you do? Do you need a sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, flat screen TV's in every corner, and does "ambiance" matter to you? The question is if the shit that Equinox provides actually justifies you forking over $2400 a year for a gym membership. The question isn't if Equinox is worth the $200 vs the workplace gym.
Equinox does have good hours and if you stay in 2-4 nights a month because of your membership you probably coming out even. That said, surprising few gyms have good barbells and racks. On the con I really only use the basic stuff and I really prefer to shower at home unless I am using the steam room. There is some nice scenery but not enough to justify membership and I see them mostly in classes.
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It's also nice motivation to just go for a sweat and a steam if you're not feeling up to a full work out. I also like to hit up some of the classes some of which are offered pretty late lots around 8-815. I did shop around and I choose Equinox because they do have a few squat racks and both gyms I have been to also have bumper plates and extra barbells to use outside the rack. When my time is up I'll probably look to switch because I really just want a gym with barbells and a rack, and bumper plates (not the hexagon plates). I go to the Columbus Circle and I have been to 50th and Broadway as well. I personally don't mind staring hot blondes in lululemon's while warming up on the elliptical. some guys don't like working out in a gym packed with gorgeous women, and if you're that type, equinox is definitely not for you. my gym is crawling with a ton of hot snatch. Lastly, because I have seen so many others post on it, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the talent. I've had colleagues actually compliment how good I smell after a lunch workout thanks to good old Kiehl's! It really is good stuff. when I signed up, I got a gym bag that was literally packed with samples.
I'm definitely not a big brand guy, but they really push the stuff on you, and I don't mind it. Fortunately for all of my current and previous co-workers, I sweat so bad during a work out that not showering has never been a realistic option.Īnother point I'll mention, but doesn't really mean a lot to me, is that Equinox prides itself on providing members with Kiehl's shampoo, face & bodywash. so bad that the thought of "not showering" aka "scumbagging it" has actually crossed my mind before. I've seen some terrifying stuff in NYSC's around Manhattan. they are definitely 1000X better than any budget gym I've ever been too.
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they offer a ton of free classes too (spinning, Pilates, yoga, etc.) at plenty of different times, so if you take advantage of all of that, maybe the $120 could be a bargain.Īnother positive that helps take away the sting of the premium you pay is the locker rooms. In terms of weights and treadmills, the equipment isn't anything extraordinary, but the place is always spotless. Still a lot bucks, but it's in my building so it forces me to go frequently and I like to think I get my money's worth. I have a corp discount, so I only pay $120 a month. I'm a member, not at the Wall Street location though.
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