Gym Reviews - What to Expect

Each week, I'm going to do my best to post a new Gym Review. I plan on going to as many gyms in San Diego County (and anywhere else I may travel) to review gyms and locker room facilities.

I'll be commenting on:

• Parking lot safety: Since I arrive at the gym very early in the am, before light, parking lot safety is something that is important to me.
• Gym Staff: From sales reps to fitness professionals.
• Equipment: Do they have good, up-to-date, well maintained equipment?
• Classes: I'm not big on classes, except Yoga, if I can hit a class or two, I'll provide my evaluation.
• Locker Room: Are they clean, spacious or crowded? What are your locker room mates like? Are people friendly in the am, or grouchy? I'll let you know.
• Pricing: I'll let you know if you get big bang for your buck!
  
• Overall Rating: I'll give the gym an overall rating, so you can see how they rank against other SD gyms.

If you are a member of a gym, or planning on joining a gym, PLEASE read this article on SmartMoney.com on 10 Things Your Fitness Club Won't Tell You! Number two on this list is one of my big concerns. And I'll comment on what you can do to make sure that you aren't exposed to more than your fair share of heebie jeebies.