BodyBuilding 101

Getting a solid workout in your home town requires a gym that has the proper equipment, facilities and workout machines, in addition to trained staff. If you’re looking for a complete gym, check out sites that have locker rooms, personal trainers and fitness guides who can help you get the most out of your workout. We surveyed some leading local gyms:

Gold’s Gym
One of the largest, national gyms, Gold’s has been around since it first opened in Venice Beach during the 1960s. As one of the central cities for bodybuilding, Venice established Gold’s as a prime destination for serious weight lifters and has been frequented by a number of professional athletes and trainers. The official health club of a number of major organizations, Gold’s has a national footprint.

Snap Fitness
A fast-growing, national gym chain with over 70 locations, Snap Fitness gyms are open 24/7 and conveniently located in major metropolitan areas. Aiming to provide a smaller, easier alternative to larger gyms, Snap offers personal training services, as well as a variety of cardio options in its flexible membership plan.

LA Fitness
The California-based LA Fitness has locations across the country, providing complete fitness centers with swimming pools, gyms, basketball courts and saunas.