Planet Fitness freak out

[Miles_Dyson]

It's not just the throwing of weights. Some don't even have a squat rack and most don't have heavy dumbbells, I think, to avoid bodybuilders and powerlifters in their gym.

oh, gotcha. Well that further answers my question. No squat rack? No membership.

[anabolic fyre]

lol thats great... i went for a week with a friend cause he had that guest thing where i could go free, nd it was horrible, the only thing i did that was good was biceps there, i did an all dumbell workout, other then that you cant do shyt no good leg workouts or back

[Celia]

Although retarded, that's too funny! lol

[J2jud]

lets face it who would be made uncomfortable by watching someone train hard like an animal? Someone who "wishes" they could train that hard and doesn't want to be reminded that they can't... OR won't try! There's obviously a LOT of people out there like this. Same niche-focused approach by many female-centric gyms which have NO MIRRORS and NO MEN so women don't have to be remind that they have BIG FAT JELLY ASSES (not the good kind either).

I know.. every time we're uncomfortable with some aspect of ourselves.. lets just erase all the people who remind us about it off the face of the earth.... How about a gym for little people so they don't have to be reminded that there are people taller than them.. Oh wait... Lee Priest could be their king.

I believe you've hit the nail on the head, sir. If I were someone who fell into the category of a fat slob, it would make sense to me to have some inspiration or measure of what I'd like to obtain. They should turn their so called black card which gives the idea of a hardcore atmosphere into maybe a pink card with rainbows coming out of below average Joe's ass.

[DJTree]

It's not just the throwing of weights. Some don't even have a squat rack and most don't have heavy dumbbells, I think, to avoid bodybuilders and powerlifters in their gym.

The one I was a member of stopped the dumbbells at 70.
Leg press was missing posts to keep you from putting on too much weight.
No squat rack.
No incline bench.
I was told by a staff member that their corporate policy forbids protein drinks.
The local one here doesn't have dumbbells above 55lbs.

...But they make up for it with free pizza on Mondays.

[DJTree]

lets face it who would be made uncomfortable by watching someone train hard like an animal? Someone who "wishes" they could train that hard and doesn't want to be reminded that they can't... OR won't try! There's obviously a LOT of people out there like this. Same niche-focused approach by many female-centric gyms which have NO MIRRORS and NO MEN so women don't have to be remind that they have BIG FAT JELLY ASSES (not the good kind either).

I know.. every time we're uncomfortable with some aspect of ourselves.. lets just erase all the people who remind us about it off the face of the earth.... How about a gym for little people so they don't have to be reminded that there are people taller than them.. Oh wait... Lee Priest could be their king.

I read a sci-fi story a long time ago which was set in the future. In this particular future, the government had enacted laws forbidding people to "outdo" other people. Everyone was legally bound to be equal. If someone was strong or fast, they chained heavy chains on his body to make him weaker and less athletic. If someone was beautiful, they made her wear a mask to disguise the beauty.

No one was allowed to display any talents that others did not have.

EVERYTHING was catered to the lowest common denominator.

But that was just a story. Silly fiction.

[triceptor]

I read a sci-fi story a long time ago which was set in the future. In this particular future, the government had enacted laws forbidding people to "outdo" other people. Everyone was legally bound to be equal. If someone was strong or fast, they chained heavy chains on his body to make him weaker and less athletic. If someone was beautiful, they made her wear a mask to disguise the beauty.

No one was allowed to display any talents that others did not have.

EVERYTHING was catered to the lowest common denominator.

But that was just a story. Silly fiction.

its not fiction... its called WADA

[AnglicanBeachParty]

I read a sci-fi story a long time ago which was set in the future. In this particular future, the government had enacted laws forbidding people to "outdo" other people. Everyone was legally bound to be equal. If someone was strong or fast, they chained heavy chains on his body to make him weaker and less athletic. If someone was beautiful, they made her wear a mask to disguise the beauty.

No one was allowed to display any talents that others did not have.

EVERYTHING was catered to the lowest common denominator.

But that was just a story. Silly fiction.

Harrison Bergeron, by Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.

http://www.tnellen.com/westside/harrison.pdf

[evilive138]

The place is fucking purple...

That about says it right there.

[Tu Holmes]

Sad... What an idiot.

Looks like a setup.

[J2jud]

The one I was a member of stopped the dumbbells at 70.
Leg press was missing posts to keep you from putting on too much weight.
No squat rack.
No incline bench.
I was told by a staff member that their corporate policy forbids protein drinks.
The local one here doesn't have dumbbells above 55lbs.

...But they make up for it with free pizza on Mondays.

That's ridiculous on all points. No protein shakes? I guess they promote their mentality through the consumption of carbs and fat. Protein is taking it far too close to steroids (facepalm). LOL.

[Chop]

is that a direct quote form their website or literature??

Sorta, I just spliced.


http://www.planetfitness.com/AboutUs.aspx


We at Planet Fitness are here to provide a unique environment in which anyone – and we mean anyone – can be comfortable. A diverse, Judgement Free Zone® where a lasting, active lifestyle can be built. Our product is a tool, a means to an end; not a brand name or a mold-maker, but a tool that can be used by anyone. In the end, it’s all about you. As we evolve and educate ourselves, we will seek to perfect this safe, energetic environment, where everyone feels accepted and respected. We are not here to kiss your butt, only to kick it if that’s what you need. We need you, because face it, our planet wouldn’t be the same without you. You belong!

As the most innovative health club brand in the United States, Planet Fitness is known for a lot of things – our absurdly low prices, our lunk alarm, and most of all perhaps, for our Judgement Free Zone® philosophy, which means members can relax, get in shape, and have fun without being subjected to the hard-core, look-at-me attitude that exists in too many gyms.

[Carlos Godoy]

I agree. What a loser.

The truth has been told...here

[DJTree]

Harrison Bergeron, by Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.

http://www.tnellen.com/westside/harrison.pdf

That is the exact story I'm thinking of.

I am officially impressed.

[DJTree]

That's ridiculous on all points. No protein shakes? I guess they promote their mentality through the consumption of carbs and fat. Protein is taking it far too close to steroids (facepalm). LOL.

Through high fructose corn syrup actually. Their drink cooler is stocked with full sugar soft drinks. Dr Pepper, Mountain Dew, and Red Bull. But if you're a black card member (an extra 10 bucks a month) you get to have these post workout manna drinks at half price.