The Planet Fitness chain began as one club in New Hampshire in 1992. The company currently operates over 1400 franchised locations in the United States and five other countries. Each club offers cardio and weight equipment as well as a variety of classes and personal training options, designed to meet the needs of all members. All of these amenities are included with the cost … [Read more...]

Goodlife Fitness is a chain of fitness franchises with over 350 locations and 750,000 members. Though the clubs operate only in Canada, the number of members makes Goodlife the fourth largest chain in the world. The company’s popularity is based on the diversity of amenities it offers and the fact that personal trainers will customize a plan for each member. Even with all the … [Read more...]

In 2003, Fitness 19 was started in an attempt to provide a chain of clubs that combined two things that members wanted, extremely affordable prices and state-of-the-art equipment. They succeeded and today there are over 100 clubs in 19 different US states. The equipment at each club includes cardio and strength machines, free weights, and weight and resistance machines. Combine … [Read more...]

The Gold’s Gym chain was founded in 1965 as California’s “Mecca of Bodybuilding”. It immediately became home to many serious bodybuilders and grew in popularity. Today, Gold’s Gym International, Inc operates over 700 clubs in 30 countries. Gold’s does not only focus on weight training but also supports members’ total fitness plans by including personal training and mind and … [Read more...]

24 Hour Fitness is a chain of clubs headquartered in San Ramon, California. With over 30 years in business and over 400 locations in the United States, it is a leader in the industry. This article will detail the 24 Hour Fitness prices and the annual and initiation fees associated with each type of membership. … [Read more...]