F45 has been a total game changer for me. The studio offers multiple classes per day, with each…read moreday's workout focused on resistance training, cardio, or a hybrid of both. The equipment and space are really well-cared for and clean; equipment is cleaned in between each class. The coaching staff is fantastic and the community there is incredibly welcoming and encouraging with lots of camaraderie. The workouts are challenging; I would never push myself this hard on my own in a standard gym. The movements are all scalable to be as easy or as difficult as you want, and coaches will always check in during the guided warm up to see how you're doing; you can ask for modifications before class, during that check in, and often coaches will share modifications preemptively during the demonstration before class begins. The location is really accessible, sitting near the intersection of North Albany Rd and Hwy 20. Can't recommend enough!

It's been awhile since I've been to the gym. A longgggg while. I was looking around for a gym in…read moreLebanon and decided to try out NWFit. Part of it is because I've always been a team sport player or runner, but have never really learned how to use gym equipment. As we know, you can definitely workout the wrong way and risk injuring yourself. I'm not old old, but old enough that if I hurt myself I will be at risk for longer recovery. Not a good plan. What I appreciate about NWFit is they offer a "No Sweat Consultation" session where you meet with the trainer (Nolan, who is also the owner) and discuss your goals and current lifestyle. Nolan is very friendly and does not make you feel like you are a lazy blob. He explains his approach to fitness and sees if it aligns with your goals. You have the option to sign up for group session or one-on-one, obviously pricing will be different. There is no annual membership fee or sign up cost. You pay weekly and have the option for how many days you plan on coming and prices reflect the number of days. For my current goals, he suggested going with the option that allows me to attend group sessions 4-6 day a week. In hindsight, I know myself better than that, I should have eased into this. I definitely felt stressed when I missed a day. My biggest challenge was the class times. I am not a morning person at all and I work basically 8-5 hours. No way I was making the 5 or 6 AM classes. I suppose you can make the argument that if my health was important, I'd wake up to go. I love my sleep though and sleep is also important. Case closed. The latest class is 6PM but that's not every day. Prior to attending an actual group class, you meet with Nolan so he can evaluate your current fitness level to cater the workouts to you. Yes, it is a group session, but the way he runs it, it can be adjusted to your needs and level. I attended only 3 of the 4-6 days my first week. See, I failed. But mannnnn did those sessions do me good. I was exhausted, but a good exhausted. I didn't feel like I overdid it during the sessions, but definitely challenged physically. I think it was originally intended to be a crossfit gym, but Nolan mentioned he's going away from that. The workouts are more focused on strength and flexibility. This combination allows for effective workouts and prevention of injury. Good things! There was never more than 8 people on any of the days I attended. It was a small intimate feel. He did mentioned it can sometimes get up to 15-16 people and he tries to cap it at 20 people max. Due to it being summer and my schedule is irregular, I was able to reach out to Nolan and ask for my membership to be paused temporarily. When I'm ready to come back, I just send him a un-pause email. Super easy.

Amy is a fantastic fitness instructor! She offers a variety of classes as well as boot camps that…read moretake place in evenings and mornings and her Punch Card system allows you to drop in to classes whenever it's convenient for you. Amy is very encouraging and motivates you to push yourself but is not over bearing or pushy. Sometimes the morning classes run a little past the 6:30am end point but she is totally understanding if you have to get going. I only wish I would have found this earlier on!

T's has an undeniable charm to it that's hard to match. Think of it like that cool spot that you…read moreloved going to after school. As for the gym itself, it has everything you need to be successful: a deadlifting area, 2 squat racks, 2 benches, etc. Lots of 100 and 45lb plates to go around. And at $15/7 visits, it's a very low barrier of entry to jump in and have some fun.

I just moved to the Albany area and was looking for an old school gym. I'm an old guy and haven't…read morebelonged to a gym in a long time. I was totally nervous and worried I would be intimidated. I met Tony and he couldn't be nicer. I immediately felt at home. The people at the gym are very friendly but at the same time stick to their workouts and "get in and get out". There are all levels of fitness in the gym and all are accepted (I am proof positive). I could not be happier with my choice to join T's!

Probably the best CrossFit affiliate/gym I've been a part of. The coaching staff is incredible,…read moreespecially Derek the owner who knows how to scale the workout for the individual when needed. As a larger body person I don't have to be self conscious because I know Derek gave me the appropriate scale for the workout. The community is amazing, and they have showers if you need to get clean! This is the place you want to be!

Incredible CrossFit workout in 1 hour! Always something new, never boring! I am constantly…read morechallenged in this class. Always getting stronger! Love that CrossFit can be tailored to each individual. R3 has the most knowledgeable coaches! With their programming and guidance, I have achieved weight lifting movements and PR goals I didn't think possible! Child care/locker room facilities are a huge plus.

This place is AMAZING! The coaches all have really extensive professional backgrounds and are very…read moreadept at modifying workouts to fit whatever your needs may be. Give it a try, you will only be sorry that you waited so long to try it. Lots of people are intimidated by the brand of 'CrossFit' but there is absolutely nothing to fear and it is scalable for EVERYONE- yes, even you!

I love this gym, not over crowded and always clean. Staff is friendly, can't go wrong hereread more

Located in a pristine, gem of a studio Vidya Wellness can be found on the east side of Main street…read moreacross from the American Legion. I just experienced the incredible lightness of being after taking Jaquetta's ( Jak- KET'- ah) Friday 5:30 pm Yin Yoga class. For greater detail on the topic * scroll to the end of this review, and read below the * asterisk. You don't need to know your Yin from your Yang in order to get the full benefits of a Yin Yoga Class. Yin is the kind of sit-on-your-ass-class... a tradition or style of yoga you'll most likely get your weekend football -watching husband to join you with. Bring him along to Jaquetta's class where I noticed folks of all ages and sizes and genders. The relaxed pace is taught by the very beautiful ( inside and out) and charming Jaquetta. A Yogini who knows her stuff. What better way to top off a busy work-week than with a mellow- but-good-for-your-circulation Yin class? Jaquetta's Yin class is an on-going Friday pm affair. Make it a habit, and you'll share the ride with a few friendly locals. One of my favorite things about a yoga practice is that it's very individual. One can make being part of the yoga community in Lebanon Oregon as social or solitary as one wishes. I was introduced to Jaquetta's class my meditation instructor, Raleigh. I can be a little anti-social, so this is a safe place to be "alone in a crowd " if you catch my drift. The yoga/spiritual community here is in full harmony with Lebanon's well established church traditions,, so please bear in mind that Yoga, the yolking of mind and body is simply a system for Self-care that is never in conflict with our biblical Teachings, lifestyle, beliefs, traditions, and rituals. ### *What is Yin Yoga? Yin is often mistaken for Restorative Yoga, like Restorative yin yoga is a passive yoga practice that is slow with very few postures that are held for more extended periods of time. But instead of focusing on relaxation, yin yoga focuses on improving mobility so that you can sit more comfortably and for a longer time in meditation. Yin yoga poses target the connective tissue around your joints to improve range of motion and flexibility. Yin yoga poses are almost all seated poses, and each pose is held for between 1 to 20 minutes, although typically, the length is between 3 to 7 minutes for beginners. Holding poses for these extended periods helps to target deeper into the fascia or the matrix of connective tissue spread throughout the entire body.