Logan Square Gym - Chicago (IL)

5 /5 plig bebbles: Friendly staff, and for the most part, respectful and mindful members. My main complaint is with the equipment and machines, many of which regularly go out of order and continue to have the same problems even after being fixed. The worst offender is the leg extension machine. The seat cant even be adjusted, even when it is "working" and heavier weights stop being smooth. It really just needs to be replaced. Other issues: some resistance machines and cables get janky at random weights. For example, the assisted pull up machine. If you set it between 88 to 99 lbs resistance, after a few reps the weight will suddenly feel much heavier and lose its smoothness. On top of that, some of the cables supporting the free motion cable machines are punctured, which makes most exercises on them awkward and uncomfortable. I appreciate the gym for what it is and where it is located, and I dont mind paying for the convenience. I just wish the equipment was better maintained for the price Im paying. The lack of upkeep is disappointing. EDIT: Since I left this review theyve changed every machine Ive commented on and seem to be continually bringing in updated equipment. Really appreciate this, it has made for a much better and more valuable experience. Thanks!!

5 /5 Erin Young: I love this gym! Great variety of equipment (including less common machines, some I’ve never seen before) and everyone that works here is so nice - special shout out to Ellen for being so kind and offering to show me how to use the belt squat when I didn’t know how. I also love that there is free parking; this is a huge plus. I’ve never done a class here so I can’t comment on that but I’m sure they’re great!

4 /5 AJ Diaz: Friendly staff, clean gym. But veeerrry cramped. Closest gym to my apartment so is convenient for now. Has most everything you need (there are a few machines I’m used to that they don’t have). The price is good for the area but honestly still feels like too much for how small this gym is. I was paying the same for a local gym in Andersonville that was much bigger and better. I can’t imagine having to workout here during peak hours. But still, great staff and always clean.

5 /5 Hans Parrilla: Love this Gym! They have a great equipment and it’s always clean. The owner and the workers are always welcoming and very helpful. They have built a motivated community where we are all trying to get better. I’ve had the best results here. Highly recommend!

3 /5 Jake Snyder: Ok so the equipment is great; itll give you everything that a weightlifter is looking for, good bars, good cables, etc. They also have classes included in the membership fee, which is cool. They just recently expanded their hours as well, which is super convenient. However; no towels, despite having showers. Lockers are small, the ceiling leaks, and the wifi is spotty at best. Like there were days where the wifi just didnt work, and the employees couldnt explain why. Beats me. 7/10; solid, itll give you what youre looking for if youre willing to compromise on the package a little bit. Also prices are now $90 for a monthly pass.