If you’re looking to build your upper-leg strength, here are four leg machines (and beginner-friendly exercises) to try.
- Seated Leg Press. The seated leg press machine targets your quadriceps and hamstrings.
- Leg Extension. The quadriceps are the focal point of the leg extension machine.
- Angled Leg Curl.
- Smith Machine Squat.
What kind of weight machines are at Planet Fitness?
The Planet Fitness gyms are also equipped with weights and Smith Machines to help you build muscles, burn body fat, and strengthen your bones. In addition, you’ll find barbells and dumbbells up to 75 pounds each, plus a bench press, triceps extension, and deadlifts to reduce muscle injuries and enhance stabilit.
What equipment is needed for Planet Fitness?
Planet Fitness equipment for cardio includes treadmills, stair masters, stationary bikes, recumbent bikes, rowing machines, ARC trainers, and more. The Planet Fitness gyms are also equipped with weights and Smith Machines to help you build muscles, burn body fat, and strengthen your bone.If you’re looking to get fit on a budget, Planet Fitness could be a great gym choice for you, with memberships starting at just $10 a month.
- Bicep curl station.
- Shoulder press.
- Bicep and tricep cable bar.
- Chest press.
- Lateral pull-down machine.
- Butterfly machine.
- Incline press.
What equipment does Planet Fitness not have?
“That’s not a typical Planet Fitness,” says McCall Gosselin, the company’s director of public relations. “Our clubs don’t have equipment like squat racks and Olympic benches. Our dumbbells only go up to 80 pounds.” Understand that Gosselin isn’t apologizing for any of this.
What do I need for my first trip to Planet Fitness?
What to Bring. Come dressed to work out or bring a lock and change in our locker rooms! If you are going to take advantage of our shower facilities, be sure to bring your own towel, shampoo, and soap from home! Headphones are a must if you want to watch any of our TV’s while doing cardio!
Can I bring my own water bottle to Planet Fitness?
Stash a reusable water bottle in your bag so you can refill it as many times as you need to during a gym session. Also, remember to bring along some healthy fuel.
Can you enter Planet Fitness without card?
Non-members of all ages, other than PF Black Card® guests, are not allowed to wait for members in the club. The day fee is the fee a non-member/non PF Black Card® guest pays for use of the gym for one day. The day fee allows potential members to try the facility before committing to a membership.
Do you need a bank account for Planet Fitness?
We require an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) through checking accounts for your convenience: This allows us to be able to continue your membership without interruption or the hassle of updating your payment information if your credit cards are lost/stolen, invalid or expired. When is my annual fee due?
Is Planet Fitness good for first timers?
If you’re new to fitness, Planet Fitness is a good place to get into a fitness routine and learn about using the machines in a gym. But if you already have some training experience, there are other gyms that have better equipment and won’t hold you back from getting stronger.
What to expect when you go to the gym for the first time?
Take the first 10 minutes to get your body moving. Cardio machines are a great place to start. Try taking a walk, or light jog, on the treadmill, or give the bike a spin. Whatever you choose, you should be working hard enough to get your heart rate up and break out in a slight sweat before moving on.
Can I get into Planet Fitness without the app?
Yes, you can use the same email and password you use to access your membership on our member website. If you haven’t created a password yet, create an account in the mobile app using the email you used to sign up for Planet Fitness, and you will be prompted to create a password.
Can I get into Planet Fitness with someone else’s card?
No. A black card member may bring you as a guest, but independently you will need your own planet fitness membership. Every member is a cardholder and each card is connected to photo id. Cards must be presented upon entry.
Can a guest enter Planet Fitness alone?
Yes you can. Whenever we signed up for my husbands black card the planet fitness employee told me if I was to work out with him I wouldn’t need a membership so there isn’t a limit on how many times that same guest can go with yo.
How do I get a digital key tag for Planet Fitness?
The keytag is found in the Member’s App, which is an app available for your members as part of your Gym Insight plan. Your members are invited to access the app from an email they receive at signup.
Can I check in to Planet Fitness without the app?
Say hi to the service desk team member and show them your keytag to check in. Didn’t bring your keytag? No sweat we can check you in by name and take your photo. After your workout, don’t worry about checking out, but feel free grab a mentos as a reward on your way out the door!
How do I check in as a guest at Planet Fitness?
Bring a Guest
PF Black Card® members can bring a friend for free to any location! Just invite your friend via the PF App and they’ll be able to sign in online.
First Visit Checklist
- Download the PF App to use your digital keytag to check in, plus access other features such as our crowd meter and on-demand workouts.
- A team member will take your picture for your member profile.
Can guest check in alone Planet Fitness?
Yes you can. Whenever we signed up for my husbands black card the planet fitness employee told me if I was to work out with him I wouldn’t need a membership so there isn’t a limit on how many times that same guest can go with you.
Can someone else use my Planet Fitness QR code?
No. I use to have a membership to planet fitness. Each key card is assigned to a specific person and when they scan you in your picture opens up on their display to make sure its you.