Planet Fitness

$ • Fitness Center, Trainers, Gym

2801 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010

About Planet Fitness

Planet Fitness is a gym with over 2,400 locations, offering a variety of fitness equipment and amenities. Members appreciate the clean and welcoming environment, as well as the helpful customer service. The gym includes tanning and spa beds as part of the membership. Equipment features like angled handle bars on treadmills with function keys for adjusting speed and incline are popular. Members also highlight the relaxation rooms and Black Card Spa amenities, such as hydro massage and vibra shape, which are frequently available for use. The gym is described as a good place for first-time gym goers, with a positive and encouraging atmosphere. The facility is large, clean, and offers many cardio options, including big fans to cool down the floor. While the atmosphere is pleasant, some members wish for more air movement in the free weight and circuit areas, especially during hot and humid days, as it can feel uncomfortable when running a pump session. Although there are fans over the treadmills, better airflow around the free weights and weight machines is desired. The gym is suitable for casual fitness enthusiasts and those new to working out, but body builders or those who prefer free weight training might find other options more suitable. The location is conveniently attached to a mall with a GNC store, providing access to a wide variety of supplements.

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  • Aug 2025

    There is only one exercise mat I am aware of. Can you provide some more? In addition, the chest machines need adjustment for placing the pins in. Is there a email available to contact? Thank you

  • Aug 2024

    Great, clean and large gym! Best gym option in town for the price! Really friendly staff.
    Don't bother with anytime it isn't maintained at all. Ames Rec is nice but extremely expensive.

  • Jul 2024

    Love the atmosphere but would really enjoy more air movement in the free weight areas and the circuit room because when it's hot and humid outside it feels horrible in there running a pump session. I've heard multiple complaints about this. I see fans over the treadmills so why can't we get some air moving around the free weight area and weight machines area .

Hours

Monday: 5AM - 12AM
Tuesday: Open 24 hoursWednesday: Open 24 hoursThursday: Open 24 hoursFriday: 12AM - 9PM
Saturday: 7AM - 7PM
Sunday: 7AM - 7PM

Tips

 offers online classes street parking

Location

2801 Grand Ave, Ames

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