I just moved to the area and really wanted to try out crossfit to get back into shape. I wanted to…read moremake sure I was picking a gym out that was right for me so I went to a few crossfit gyms around college station and Bryan and I noticed a similarity with all of those places. Some people were there to build muscle, some were there to get lean, and some people were there just to try and get back into shape. And no matter how big the class was, there was always one coach for an entire class of all these people who required different workouts to get the results they wanted. They would group everyone into one class and all doing the same workout. To me this seemed ineffective in meeting my goals. That definitely changed when I tried my free week at Body Lab. The first thing I noticed is I asked when the classes start and they said anytime between their open hours. Instead of being on a routine blocked out schedule they encourage people to come in and workout when it's best for them. The second thing I noticed is that there were 2-4 coaches on the floor at all times working with groups of people not too large in size and paying extra attention to the people working out. This was unlike the other gyms I previously visited where coaches would show you how to do the workout by doing it themselves an then saying "GO!", while not paying attention to see if I was doing the workout properly or not. At Body Lab they have coaches like Ross, Alex, and Harvey who are always there if you have any questions and make sure that you are working effectively in the workout. The next thing I noticed was something I haven't seen in any other gym ever. They tailor to an individual's needs who goals are either to bulk up, get lean or get in shape by offering a few variations of the workout of the day, and they allow you to pick which one you would like to do based on your goals you have for yourself. And no matter what workout you choose there is always a coach nearby watching and teaching you the right way to do each exercise. You can really tell that these coaches are there to help you reach your goals and they are passionate about helping you get there. Okay so that covers my thoughts on just working out but there is a whole other side to Body lad. Owner Matt Murski has developed one of the best meal plans I have ever done before. I have tried everything from the no white diet, to paleo, to no carb diet but I never was happy with the results. Matt and his 18 + years of experience in Nutrition really mold to what you are trying to accomplish. Talk about a guy who wants to see the best out of everyone; he sat with me for over 2 hours teaching me how to properly lean down before building up muscle and how a custom meal plan would help me get the results faster. ATTN: Make sure you take Notes!! This Matrix he created is called WhiteBoard Nutrition (http://www.whiteboardnutrition.com/ ). Google it and check out his facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/WhiteBoardNutrition/ ) some of the facts and see for yourself. Matt knows his stuff and the passion he has for helping people achieve their goals goes a far way for me. His enthusiasm and commitment in helping each individual person get to where they want will motivate you like never before to really reach your goals like you have never promised yourself you would reach before in your life! So as a result I could not be any happier with my decision to join Body Lab. I highly recommend this place to anyone and everyone. No matter what your goals are Body Lab is the right choice to help get you there! Thanks again to everyone at Body Lab!

I gave myself a birthday present this year, I lost 59 pounds in 6 months. I did it for my health…read moreand quality of life. The saying its 80% diet and 20% gym is accurate. I tried to out train a bad diet and just gained more weight, unhealthy fat around my abdomen. Sugar and processed foods were a formidable foe. I want to be in the best shape I can be as I age because of the limits I see my parents and others face with illness and aging. On June 10th I started this journey at 224.2 lbs. and 28.5 % BF. As of this morning ( 12/23/15 )I was 165.4 lbs. and 17.9 % BF. The one thing I enjoy the most about being health conscience is there is always room for improvement. I"ve got some things I would like to improve on, so its progress not perfection and I am not in a race. It will happen when it happens. In the mean time I am eating clean and changing the landscape of aging. I could have never done this alone so I want to give credit to my nutritional coach Matt Murski with Whiteboard Nutrition for the best approach to understanding food and its affect on the body. I am only one of many success stories coming out of his camp. He truly cares about individual success and has been instrumental in my weight loss. His unique perspective on food is worth investigating as the life it could save might be your own. It changed mine! --

I am so happy for this place! I haven't been this motivated and consistent with going to the gym…read morefor a long time! Its always so clean and everyone is so friendly! Kodi and Taylor are so helpful and I love all the merch they have! I love that classes are never too crowded and the availability is perfect! I've been sleeping like a baby!

This is my kind of gym! It's easy to commit to because when I don't have time for the longer…read moreclasses, I do the high intensity ones in 15 mins and leave feeling like I've been working out for an hour! The classes are great and the staff is amazing. That said, NEWS FLASH to anyone who needs to hear it. 3....yes 3 people fit in one sauna. Just because you booked with your buddy does not mean that a 3rd person is not allowed to book as well. Not everyone has a workout buddy so sometimes us singletons squeeze in where we can, and sometimes it's in that 3rd spot. Deal with it.

If you're looking for a wonderful CrossFit community, this is your place. Coming in as a beginning,…read moreI was made to feel as if any goal could be achieved with some dedication and hard work. There are many classes to fit your schedule and some additional training classes to work on things like Olympic Lifting and Endurance.

Whether you are a seasoned athlete or completely new to health and exercise, CrossFit 979 can help…read moreyou reach any and all of your fitness goals. The coaches genuinely care for the members and work hard daily to track and monitor progress to help you achieve the best results. At CrossFit 979, it's not just about working out. It is about health, community and the friendships that are built along the way. Expect to become a part of a great group of people. Incredible fitness and results are side benefits of everything this facility offers. Highly recommend.

Ok I've been going for several months now and I can say I'm a fan of Onesweat. The HIIT format is…read moregreat and exactly what I needed to supplement my casual running and bike riding to really take it to the next level. The instructors are all awesome and they really push you. I also like that they aren't so pushy with buying more classes or gimmicky monitors. That was definitely a turn off for me with one of their competitors who shall remain nameless (starts with an Orange ).

I've been trying to switch it up with my workout routine to have more diversity with the exercises…read more I usually go to spin classes so I appreciate the cardio aspect of this but love that there is more weights involved. I recently tried Barry's and loved it so I figured I'd try this one as it's closer. Upon arrival, the woman at the front desk got me checked in and told me I could wait until the earlier class finished so she could give me an overview. They do have lockers in the bathroom for your stuff; however, most people just left their stuff in the open cubbies at the front. One the earlier class let out, us first timers were brought into the room and shown how to work the treadmill since it wasn't a generic one. For this class, the room has blue lighting and the instructor is on an elevated platform (or should I say DJ booth). The stage is where the exercises are demonstrated and you can always look for the instructor. While Barry's usually does a clean split between time on the treadmill and then the floor... SWEAT has 5-7 minute intervals and rotations. I didn't love this as I was sharing a space with someone else so when I got to the floor... there was sweat from the other person over the bench and it was a bit gross. Additionally, I think more time gets wasted doing the transitions. The workout itself was great and the instructor was nice. When on the treadmill, I appreciate that they give a walk, jog and run option although with the speeds they mention... no way are you still walking unless you're doing your own thing. On the floor side, I do wish they offered more options or guidance to those who have injuries and can't do some movements. I understand it's a large class so it's not feasible but it's something to note. All in all, it was a good workout and I'd visit again BUT would still pick Barry's over this one.

This may be a new business but they aren't new to crossfit. Two of the best coaches around! These…read moretwo are very passionate about not only crossfit, but living a well balanced and full life. They take they extra time to really watch you and ensure you're doing every move right, and give tips to improve, not just in a one on one class but in a full crossfit class as well. Come train with them, you'll be glad you did!

From the owner: We are here to improve ourselves! We support and encourage all. We all have different goals and…read morereasons why we workout. Our coaches will encourage you and lead you through every class!

My wife and I have been members for almost a year. We have a 3x/week membership and love the…read morechallenge of using all our sessions together. The classes are difficult but trainers push us through. Michael is new and is my favorite. My wife like some of the OG coaches best. All of them design workouts I wouldn't do on my own and push us to finish. The s not CrossFit, it's not a contest. It is a personal trainer workout shared with a group, usually 12-16 people but never more than 24

Life Fit Gym (LFG) is the best gym I have ever been in. I have had memberships with many gyms and…read morecurrently have a free gym membership and the feeling of not belonging have been the discouraging factor. This is not the case with LFG. LFG is very different. If you're there to look cute then my opinion this won't be the place for you. If you want to get in shape, have waterfalls of sweat, improve strength, stamina, and overall fitness then you've come to the right place. No where on this planet will you find a gym offering 21 days for $21. If you do find it, when you start, you may be welcomed on the first day but nothing like the personal attention I have received from LFG, there is no comparison. I work nights, get off at 8:30am after a 12 hour shift and love every minute of rushing to get to my 9am class! Everyone likes to feel appreciate. At LFG although am getting my butt kicked daily, I feel appreciated by my trainers just for showing up. Although training is conducted in a group fashion you will receive the personal attention from your trainers to ensure you have the correct form always! Although all the trainers are great, I have to say Victor Mendoza is an excellent trainer. His energy, his attitude, and he spread himself through out class like an octopus to ensure everyone in his class receives the personal attention and he make time to correct form. I have attended 15 days of my 21/$21 plan and it's the best purchase I have ever made! No pressure, no unwanted feeling of not belonging, and, no judgement. The energy is welcoming and a good workout is filled with congratulatory remarks by others from the class that you don't even have to know. You will leave with a sense of "we are in this together" daily. Go try them out!