Submitted by zxasqwcde t3_zskluy in StamfordCT
Want to get into some physical fitness as my current job will be mostly desk work and I'm already packing the pounds around the waist. I know there are some gyms like LA Fitness but I'm not used to crowds. Was wondering if there were any small gyms where I wouldn't feel like I'm lost in a crowd.
Stamford or Darien YMCA or the JCC are good options too
La fitness is not crowded at all
There's an Anytime Fitness on High Ridge that I haven't pulled the trigger on going to, but it's a small franchise that from reviews seems to be well run and quiet. It's 24 hours.
I didn’t know this I’ll have to check it out
Gym situation in Stamford is terrible if you’re not looking for a crowd.
If you’re a novice and not looking to invest too much in a gym I’d recommend Planet Fitness. Just go, keep your head down, and get to work.
And LA Fitness in Stamford is AWFUL. Dirty, crowded, and very poor gym etiquette.
Source: Just joined LA from Chelsea Piers. Worst mistake ever. If you can afford it, Chelsea Piers is worth the money.
Carozza runs a good gym
When do you go?
This is going to sound weird but depending on what you're looking for check out Beta Climbing gym. They have a pretty solid setup for a non regular gym....full racks, benches, bars, and and cardio machines but no weight machines. As everyone is there to climb, it's pretty under used. Google has some photos so you can check it out.
Oh cool I didn’t know we had an Anytime Fitness, I’ll have to check that out.
Sportsplex Stamford
Underground is perfect! If you don’t like a crowd just go early!
I was member of JCC people very friendly there
Yeah Chelsea Piers is pretty awesome
Depends what you're looking for... one of the downsides is that it's very cliquey. OP, feel free to DM me for more info.
To go further, Underground Fitness on Hope St! Not the cheapest but never crowded, 24/7 access with a keyfob. Great facilities
I go to la fitness also. if you wanna have a workout sometime together let me know
Are you interested in working with a trainer 1:1? I know someone great who is flexible with location in Harbor Point but has lots of clients he travels for. He also offers online coaching to help hold you accountable. Let me know!
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Underground Fitness is big but not as big as LAF or The Edge. Still gets crowded like commercial gyms do at peak times though.
There’s a Crunch Fitness near the Costco in Norwalk that may be more your vibe (and mine, honestly) but i95 traffic makes it miserable to get there after work, so I don’t go there.
There’s a bunch of small class-oriented gyms like Carozza Fitness and F45.