Review of PDX Muscle Gym - Beaverton, OR…read more I love working out and trying different local gyms and studios, and PDX Muscle really stood out. It's a family-owned private gym and athletic training studio that recently went through a remodel and added more equipment--which was awesome to see. I did a drop-in session, but they also offer monthly memberships, one-on-one training, group training, and nutrition planning. During my visit, I got the chance to talk with two of the trainers. They were incredibly knowledgeable--not just about fitness and training, but also about proper nutrition and hormone health. That kind of insight is exactly what I look for in a gym and in a trainer. Nutrition and hormonal balance are key to real lifestyle changes. It's not always about pushing heavy weights--it's about finding the right balance. I really appreciated the energy at PDX Muscle. The gym is clean, welcoming, and there are no cliques. Everyone was friendly, and you can tell the owners and staff genuinely know what they're doing. Highly recommend if you're serious about training smart and living healthier.

great gym with phenomenal owners!…read more proud of them for doing the right thing

3 months ago, I challenged myself to do something totally crazy - attempt something no one who…read moreknows me would expect - something that, quite frankly, seemed scary to me. I got a personal trainer. With two little ones, I decided it's time I get healthier. But, what do I know about fitness?! From day 1 - I was put at ease by Nick. He met with me, talked to me about my goals and discussed what sort of options were available to me. He never once made me feel like it was a hard sell - more, he was here to answer my questions and encourage me. Most importantly, he assured me that this wasn't going to be something that was going to drive me away. The team was going to work with me at my pace. I decided I'd go three mornings a week - totally crazy, right?! Now, I work with Vince three early mornings a week. Vince is awesome! He's fun to work with, super knowledgeable - always taking the time to explain things to me. And, most importantly, he's encouraging. I'm nowhere NEAR as advanced as some of the people I see, but Vince makes me feel like I have a place there. Just a few months ago, I would have NEVER thought you'd EVER find me in a gym. Now, I look forward to going!

Update: Turk was able to remove my google review, which is a shame. He claimed to have also done…read moreblood tests for his competitors before and after prep, but that was not the case for me.

This is my home F45 studio. The energy of the studio is great - everyone is supportive and friendly…read morewith zero gym-bro vibes. The coaches do a great job of helping you with your technique when needed, but also stepping back so you can focus on your workout. There's a different workout every day so it never gets too routine. They have a nice variety of early morning and later in the afternoon. I love that the workouts are exactly 45 minutes. For some reason it's less of a mental barrier to show up and go hard for 45 minutes vs an hour. Guess that means I'll never join an F60.

We worked out here at 9:30 on Sunday using our passport passes. The gym layout is very good with…read morelots of options including a chest press rack and sledge hammers. The coaches were very friendly and quick to help-out when needed. The only thing missing at this F45 location is a 5am workout!

OK. If you're like me, you might be turned off by the name and the butterfly. I'm snooty like…read morethat. Also, this is aimed at mom's who want to get their "body back" post baby, and I'm not a mom, and I don't intend to be. If that stuff bugs, you, think about getting over it. My butt and my closet and I am so happy I did. I've done this twice now, and I've lost almost 20 pounds, but I'm telling you I look like I've lost more. Eveyone else is telling me, too, and I've gone down at least 4 sizes. Trisha is really key in making this work. She's encouraging, she's sweet, and she's not a mean drill seargent, but you will want to do what she says, even though these workouts are really hard. And it's more than the workouts, you also track your food and turn it in every week, and do stuff to get to the root of what you need in order to make changes, you all work together. Don't worry, this is not about you being good or bad...it's just about helping you get where you want to be, and you'll get out what you put into it - you might even find yourself putting more into it than you thought you would! And liking it! This can help you make permanent changes. You are not too out of shape for this. Trisha will meet you where you are. It's totally worth it.

I've participated in two sessions of Body Back so far and love it! I have become leaner, stronger…read moreand faster. Trisha is a motivating and skilled instructor, both in exercise as well as nutrition. She keeps the work out fun but incredibly challenging. I have never worked so hard and never felt so good. Getting up in the dark to go work out feels like a drag when my alarm first goes off, but by the time I join this wonderful group of women I feel pumped and full of energy. I feel even better once the workout is over, knowing I have worked so hard and accomplished physical and mental feats I never thought possible for me. I feel like Body Back has turned me into the athlete I always wanted to be!

The good: This is not what I expected, but was very happy with the set up. It's basically a big…read moreroom full of individual saunas that accommodate up to 3 people each, where you can do several different workout routines that are instructed via TV screen. Access to the sauna alone is worth the membership. They also have a free weight area and a basic universal gym. The bad: it's not very clean. I go to the same sauna each time because of the class I take and I noticed that the glass door was dirty with fingerprints all around the handle and when I came back the next night it was exactly the same, which means they are not cleaning the space every night. I don't feel confident that the equipment is being cleaned, so recommend that you clean the equipment you want to use before you use it, not just after. You have to buy their yoga mat and towel as part of your membership and I already had two at home, so that didn't make me happy but it is what it is. Personally, going every day is causing dermatitis flare-ups, which I'm hoping will acclimate over time and settle down, but overall the benefits outweigh the deficits. I joined for treating OA hip and back pain and to regain mobility and it works VERY well.

I had a terrible experience at this HOTWORX location. I signed up expecting a motivating workout…read moreenvironment, but it was the complete opposite. First, I was charged over $250 for what was supposed to be a "trial month," which felt extremely misleading. I canceled immediately after realizing how disappointing the experience was. The facility itself felt unsanitary and very poorly maintained. On top of that, the owner came across as extremely judgmental and unprofessional, which made the whole experience even worse. Also, calling this place a "gym" feels misleading. It's basically small sauna boxes where you try to exercise in extreme heat. Instead of feeling like a good workout, it felt uncomfortable and difficult to even breathe while trying to move. It's not motivating at all. The heat is so intense that it even fries your hair if you're not careful. Overall, I would not recommend this place to anyone looking for a real gym or a positive fitness environment.

I worked with Dustin for 8 months before we moved away from the area. I LOVED working out with him…read moreand his group training classes. He pushes you without being too aggressive and really helped with what you wanted to work on. I miss him so much! If you want a personal trainer who cares about you and your goals as much as you do contact Dustin today!

I have been training with Dustin for the last four months and he is awesome. I've never worked…read morewith a personal trainer before and I was the person in the gym that avoided eye contact with others. My first two months I lost 12 pounds and gained a lot of muscle. My clothes started fitting better and my body got a lot less flabby because of the muscle I was building. Dustin is super supportive and pushes you hard to do your best. His workouts are tailored to your goals and even though it's hard work the hour sessions went by quickly because your never board. I learned a ton of new exercises and felt so strong when I was able to do more and more. I love training with him and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a change!

Sunday around 10:00am at Crunch Fitness Beaverton was one of the most unprofessional experiences…read moreI've seen in a gym. A manager handled a simple membership dues issue by yelling across the entire gym floor that my partner "could not work out until a fee was paid." This was done loudly, publicly, and with zero respect. My partner and I are both long-time Crunch members, and no one should be treated like that over a billing question. It was embarrassing to watch and even worse to experience. Situations like that should be handled privately and professionally, not broadcast across a room full of people. What made it more concerning is that employees mentioned this manager has a pattern of yelling at staff as well. If that is true, it is a serious culture problem, not just a one-time mistake. Crunch promotes a welcoming environment, but this was the exact opposite. I will be following up with management directly, but this needs to be addressed immediately. No member or employee should be treated this way.

Decent gym and reasonably priced even though membership just shot up 70% with no warning…read more My biggest concern is their lack of attention to cleanliness. Broken soap dispensers in the men's locker room. They often run out of wipe towels and cleaner. Yet mopping the floor is somehow a priory with everyone walking around.