Alec King

Review of Llifetime Athletic Club, St. L...

I've been working out at Life Time Athletic in St....

I've been working out at Life Time Athletic in St. Louis Park for 5 months, and I have mixed feelings about this gym. They are clearly superior in their facility and services, however, I've realized their flaws clearly out weight their strengths.

Lifetime workout equipment is first class and the size of their facility lends itself to a variety of features. The turf area is great for free weights and calisthenics. The indoor running track is a refreshing break from the treadmill. Squash, racquetball and tennis courts provide fun ways to stay active. This would be the perfect gym, if only it served half the amount of people and toned back their greedy, inconsiderate business practices.

One would think the parking ramp would alleviate any parking concerns, but it is consistently full during prime times. Do not be surprised if you need to skip your workout because you simply cannot park your car. It's frustrating to pay for an expensive membership and not be able to use it.

The locker room is huge, and always packed. Despite being huge, unused lockers remain hard to find. Lines to the showers are common. Lines to workout equipment are also common.

Some might like the energy of a crowded gym, but there comes a point where it inhibits a good workout.

The straw that broke my camels back and prompted me to write this review was my experience today. There are white out condition outside, but I had scheduled a PT sessions that I didn't want to miss. I arrive at the gym and I'm told that my trained couldn't make it in today. Completely understandable, but they apparently don't find it important to notify their clients. I then find out they've reserved a large portion of the gym for an "alpha competition". Unable to even find an open treadmill downstairs, I left.

Disappointed with this gym. Won't be continuing my membership here much longer.