On vacation in Minnesota and my back was sore from all the water activities. Dr. Peabody has a…read moresharp staff who got me an appointment right away. The doctor worked me up and adjusted my back with caring and skill. I will go back to her when I'm in town!

* hyper-efficient 30-minute workout * total body blast w/ a…read morequick pace * still feel it 3 days later (what a great feeling!) * genuine, personalized, research-based coaching from Emily and Tom How challenging could a 30-minute workout possibly be? This was my thought when my brother asked me to join him for a workout at Strength Studio when I was in Brainerd over Christmas week. I am writing this review on Monday, my workout was Friday, and I'm still feeling it in my arms and legs. Strength Studio has me hooked - and I'm definitely going back whenever I'm in town. The format of the workout is 1 set of each exercise, performed to exhaustion. This means you go until you can no longer perform a repetition with perfect form. At the point of exhaustion, Emily would typically assist me to perform one final rep, and I had to hold that position for 10 seconds. It's tough, but you feel a real sense of accomplishment when you're finished with each exercise. The exercises are I come from the traditional "3 sets of 10" world of lifting, so this was a new concept for me; I really enjoyed being pushed beyond my comfort zone for each exercise. Emily was my 1-on-1 trainer and proved to be a great teacher and motivator - you really need someone in your ear to push yourself to exhaustion in an exercise. But afterwards, its like you can feel yourself getting stronger. Because you're performing each only one set of each exercise and then moving on to a new body part, the workout flies by, and when it's complete you feel like you had an excellent total body workout, even though it only took 30 minutes. My home gym is a corporate gym in Las Vegas. And while that gym has similar equipment and machines to Strength Studio, I find it too easy to make excuses and not give 100% to each exercise: - "There's someone already on the machine. I guess I'll skip it" - "I feel too tired right now to finish this exercise" - "Is this the correct form for this lift?" Inevitably I leave for home unfulfilled despite spending an hour at the gym plus the commute. The 1-on-1 training with only 1 set for each exercise was a refreshing switch for me - and it left me craving for more workouts in this fast-paced style. If you're looking to make real changes to your body, I highly recommend checking out Strength Studio.

Highly recommended! Great place to get in touch with your health and fitness. They've done their…read moreresearch to guide you to becoming a stronger you!

Tourism-ing Northern Minnesota and away from your family box?! Or, you need that satisfying daily…read moreworkout? Or maybe you want to start being more active on a daily basis? CrossFitBemidji can answer those questions. With CrossFitBemidji's interactive staff of fun and knowledgable coaches and trainers you will always be in-the-know! Do not be afraid to begin. If you are a beginner, welcome, and thank you for taking the courageous first steps towards a healthier you! CrossFitBemidji will assist you in getting your first workout done without murdering your mind and body. They want you to have a safe, enjoyable and more importantly, doable, workout. CrossFitBemidji wants you to comeback! Been working out in gyms and want a different environment? Well, I am not too sure what that even means because the only "gym" experience I had was lifting weights at a university's gym: Enter. Lift weights. Leave. Granted that's the lower spectrum of a gym experience. Anyways, at CrossFitBemidji it is a friendly, interactive atmosphere. Friends greeting friends and even greeting new people. New to the area, new to CrossFit, sometimes even both. Athletes encouraging one another as the workout progresses! It's always a fun time. You know CrossFit? Nice. CrossFitBemidji is the box to get your WOD done. For a twenty-buck drop in fee you can utilize the box to join your extended CrossFit family! Four stars because I wish it was a just a little bit larger. But the paved Heartland Trail just behind CrossFitBemidji and the box being so close to Lake Bemidji is truly a beautiful bonus.

I have been a member of this box for almost a year and I can honestly say that it has been and…read morecontinues to be the best fitness experience I've had. The training staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. Very motivating as well. They focus on a community approach to fitness where everyone is continually championing each other. Carol and Lloyde are amazing at motivating and training. They also are constantly going to training seminars to broaden their knowledge. This is a great community for my wife and myself. Working out isn't always easy to go and do but this gym and this community has made it a very rewarding part of my week.

Very friendly staff. Followed up very well. Great assortment of bikes and you could test drive and…read morethey would answer any questions you had.

Staff are friendly and accommodating! And the store is located in a lovely remodeled train station.read more

Postscript August 2025: Much of the response from management below is misleading and the apology…read morefor confusion rings pretty hollow when they kept my money. Management did tell me at first that they would try to refund me, but then backtracked -- twice. And if management was actually "empowered" they would be able to make exceptions to policy when there is a reason for doing so -- a reason like valuing a long time loyal customer or being fair. Anyway, I've moved on to Total Body Fitness in Battle Lake. Better range of equipment, especially for legs, and its newer. Owner is local and he's the manager. As a manager, he's responsive and fair -- like Kristi was when she managed the Garage. Policy on refunds is clearer and more fair as well.

From the owner: Nestled in the heart of Ottertail, Minnesota, Otter Fitness Garage stands as a beacon of health,…read morewellness, and community engagement. Spanning a generous space of 4,000 square feet, our fitness center is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities designed to cater to the diverse fitness needs of our dynamic community. - Free Weights: Our dedicated free weights area is stocked with a broad range of equipment, providing the perfect foundation for strength training, from beginners to seasoned lifters. - Cardio Zone: Featuring a lineup of top-tier cardio machines, this zone allows for a comprehensive cardiovascular workout, ensuring you can build stamina and burn calories efficiently. - Resistance Machines: Crafted to target specific muscle groups, our resistance machines guide you in maintaining the correct form as you work on toning and strengthening your body. - Aerobics Room: A vibrant and energetic space where you can join an array of aerobic classes, designed to boost your mood and facilitate a fun yet effective workout. - Restrooms and Showers: After a gratifying workout session, refresh and rejuvenate in our clean and well-maintained restrooms and shower facilities, designed with your comfort in mind. We prioritize convenience and ease of access for our members. You can effortlessly sign up through our website or user-friendly app. The digital membership grants you smartphone access to our facility, allowing for seamless entry and exit, underlined by heightened security.

Moving out to Minnesota this past year, I was worried that I would not have a gym that fits my…read moreneeds. I had a membership at anytime fitness already and noticed that this was the closest one to my location. So the thought was I might as well use it. Looking back, this is exactly the place I needed. - Small facility to bolster the community aspect of small town living. - An owner who cares about her staff and members and personally cheers them on and encouragement on and off location. - And right next to a Subway in case I forgot to pack a lunch. All in all, no location will be perfect. - Small place means a possible wait for bathroom or equipment. - Also being small, it may not have the equipment other locations have. - A bit of a drive to go work out. (No closer location) With all that being said, I am so glad to call this my home gym. And if you're from the area, I hope you check out this place and the hospitality of this place. Thanks Karen!

Excellent fitness center with very friendly staff. Great weight machines and cardio equipment!!read more

Not a good atmosphere. Very bleak and not much to do outside of fishing. Winters hit hard and are…read moreincredibly long. If you have a group of friends going with you it could be fun. If you go and don't know anybody good luck making quality friends. Went for a year and a half and would not Recommend to anyone.

Would not go. Horrible schedule and hard to get to major airport. There is not a lot aroundread more

This is the cleanest and more importantly most well equipped Snap Fitness location that I have…read more used. Obviously the owner knows a bit about fitness. I look forward to my next visit when I pass this way again.