Let me tell you why Colosseum Gym is the best gym in the Columbia/greater Baltimore area: because in short, if you REALLY care about changing your body and getting in shape, this is the only place you should look. The Colosseum Gym is located in a business park that from the outside, you would not think much of. This is not a chain gym like Gold’s that is chock full of the most expensive equipment or features creature comforts like a full protein/health bar (although they do have your standard vending machines with water/gatorade/muscle milk). Nope, instead this is a gym meant for real progress and real results. Come inside and you’ll see all the usual Cybex-like machines, plenty of treadmills, bikes, and countless free weights. In the back of the facility, which has already changed since I just started coming here a month ago, they have now walled-off and separated it from the rest of the “main” gym area where all the free weights and heavy lifting takes place – squat racks, etc. They also have in a contained hallway a huge tractor tire for flipping if you really want to sweat hard.
What really sets this gym apart from the rest out there is their top notch trainers. This is as they call it, “the bread and butter” of their business. Every single day, all day, you will see numerous trainers working with clients or simply walking up to random members of the gym and engaging them in conversation. The first day I ever came here, a trainer walked right up to me and asked me how I found out about Colosseum gym, how I like it so far, and what some of my expectations were. Completely on the spot, with a smile on his face. The staff here are incredibly helpful and genuine, and even if you never take advantage of their training services, you can always ask them questions or seek advice. They never, at any time, have come off “pushy” or like a salesman. They are honestly there just to help…and train you if you want their services. My problem is probably similar to most: I got engaged, put on weight because I felt comfortable in the relationship, and next thing you know you’re not as thin as you were in college anymore. I wanted to change that and made a promise to myself to get back into the shape I was in…if not better.
I now take advantage of 1 hour training sessions every week with Scott, who is one of the trainers and the head of new memberships. To say he has been helpful is an understatement. I’ve already seen in just one month huge changes in my body, both in tone, muscle development, and strength. I am trying to simultaneously build muscle and put on healthy weight (muscle) and slowly burn fat. He’s come up with a specialized diet and workout plan that has completely changed how I work out. I can’t recommend this place any higher. Like I said, in one month I’m already seeing great results and I’ve never been this strong or this motivated before…even after coming home from Marine Corps boot camp 6 years ago. I’m not as thin as I was then, but I certainly am stronger now. I can’t wait to see where I am in six months, or even better, a year. I even have more energy during the day and sleep better at night. I know this all sounds too good to be true, but if you really do stick with the healthy diet they recommend, and the (at times) grueling workouts, it really does all pay off. The pricing is very competitive with other gyms, and I doubt you’ll get as good of a return as you do here.I’d recommend this gym to anyone, whether they are trying to build muscle or even just casually work out. I see all types of clientele, ranging from 20 somethings to even senior citizens. I’ve only seen one kid ever here, and he looked about high school age…although I don’t see why you couldn’t have your kids work out here, assuming they are of a safe age to lift weights. Stay motivated, stay dedicated, and you’ll see results @ Colosseum Gym