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be Strong
1628 Commerce Pkwy, Bloomington, IL 61704, United States
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Review №1

Be Strong is one the best places to workout! The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and very patient with new comers. I absolutely love the fitness diversity and the inclusivity of this place. The members and coaches ensure that the gym is a safe space for athletes of all backgrounds and fitness levels. Their mantra of becoming 1% better is inspiring and it ensure that’s you only complete with yourself and your previous scores. The kindness and support I have received from this community is immeasurable. I would highly recommend anyone to join this community because it’s more than a gym it’s a family. If your looking for a family that will support you yet also hold you accountable in order to ensure you achieve your goals and dreams then BE STRONG is the place for you!!!

Ha
Review №2

I was in town visiting my college teammate who has done CrossFit at this gym for two summers now. I joined her for some weekend classes and they were awesome! Very welcoming, great people, and professional coaches who know their stuff. Super easy to sign up and get a great workout in.

s
Review №3

My original CrossFit gym closed a couple years ago. I was searching for another gym that felt like home. After trying a few other gyms in the area, I found exactly what I was looking for at Be Strong. In just a few weeks, I found the home that I had been missing. The coaches are exceptional, the programming is on point, and the equipment is first rate. All that is wonderful, but the best part of this place is the community and the gym culture. Walk through the door...you won’t be disappointed.

Sa
Review №4

Amazing facilities, stellar coaches, and an even better community. Great gym for Illinois State University students who want to challenge themselves athletically. This gym really helped me transform myself during my rugby off season. Really wish I would have found this place sooner!

Ca
Review №5

I’m a student at Illinois state university and started going to this gym my senior year but I wish I had found it sooner. They are incredibly professional and all of the trainers are knowledgeable and welcoming. 10/10 would recommend this gym to anyone.

Je
Review №6

The best gym community you can find anywhere! Any level of fitness is going to feel welcome and comfortable here. Youll be challenged, which is how you change.

Ke
Review №7

Be Strong offers one of the most encouraging and welcoming environments Ive ever experienced from a gym. The members and coaches are super motivating! As someone who was just beginning to get into CrossFit, Im glad Be Strong was there to help me find what I was looking for! Thankful for Coach Drew and the badass members in the 4:30 class ;)

Ga
Review №8

Amazing service. 10/10 would recommend this gym to anyone.

Li
Review №9

LOVE this gym! Such a great place to reach your goals and make new friends!! Coaching is super helpful!!

Mi
Review №10

Ive been a member at Be Strong since November of 2017 and in the that time its exceeded all my expectations. In 5 months Ive lost 3 inches off my waist, hit a deadlift PR of 425, a bench press PR of 275, and made significant strides in my conditioning (Im actually finishing most of the conditioning workouts now). I expect to continue to get stronger, faster, and leaner.The membership is positive and friendly. Youll have others cheering you on when they finish and there is always a round of high fives at the end. The coaches are knowledgeable. You can be sure that even if you have great lifting technique that theyll be able to teach you something and help correct your form if it gets off track. If youre a complete newbie theyll take the time to properly introduce the lifts to you.At Be Strong youll perform the big 3 power lifts. Youll do Olympic Lifts. Youll run, row, and jump rope. There is something here for everybody whether you just need to get healthy or you want to squeeze the last few bits of athletic performance out of yourself.

Lo
Review №11

Despite lifting in high school and competing at elite levels of hockey, be Strong is the most well rounded gym I’ve ever experienced. It provides the perfect environment for any level of athlete, including myself who was getting back into fitness. It combines a team mentality of supportive individuals, experienced coaches, and a small coach to athlete ratio. One of my greatest barriers to starting at a gym was the fear of my ability to make friends easily, which is a huge motivator towards my fitness success, but the coaches and community were like best friends the moment I walked in the doors. Seven months in, fifty pounds down and I plan to be a part of the be Strong community for a long time to come.

No
Review №12

This place has brought me so much joy. Im a high school athlete who hit the college 15(I mean 45...) pretty hard and am now working the 9-5 grind. I fell out of working on my fitness and spent more time thinking about working out than doing it. I tried the gym, I tried the diets, but I kept gaining weight and feeling more and more physically inept. But I didnt want high school to be when I was in the best shape of my life. Then I heard about Be Strong. I could barely do 30 sit-ups and 50 air squats on day 1, but after only a month+ Ive nearly hit PRs across the board and I fell better than ever. Its a team sport atmosphere where adults can push Each other to their fitness goals. The trainers are second to none and the workouts will hit. you. hard. Worth every penny.

Sa
Review №13

I absolutely love this place!! I have always gotten results when working out at Be Strong.

Wi
Review №14

Very spacious gym with outstanding guidance on all movements. Drew is very knowledgeable and will work with all athletes while making you feel right at home. We have been to a lot of gyms and this is one of our favorites while in town!!

No
Review №15

I have never felt more empowered and in control of my body, and Be Strong gave that to me. You will find a community like no other. I struggle with anxiety and Drew and the other coaches really helped me break out of my comfort zone in the best way. My health, both physical and mental, have improved thanks to Be Strong.

Al
Review №16

Extremely friendly and welcoming, you feel like youve been a member for months on your first day. The coaches are all knowledgeable and the workouts are great, cannot recommend highly enough.

Co
Review №17

If you want a gym where you can work out for ten minutes and rest for five so your selfie filter is perfect.... Keep lookingIf you want a gym where everyone has either an underdog story or a competitive (and I think world) record, come here. If you want to have every personal record blown, and have random strangers cheer you on as you struggle and sweat, come here.They dont care about how much you bench or how fast you can run. They care about effort. If you want a place where your out of shape body can be coached and cheered into its best self, all you need to do is show up and bring a sweat rag.Fair warning, if you hate your body, these people love it. They want to keep it safe and healthy. Theyll push you and itll be difficult, but never painful. They have mastered what they do. Ive never woke up the next day unable to move, but normally I wake up wanting to go back.

Am
Review №18

I joined Be Strong a little over a year ago and I am so glad I did! The coaches and members know what they are talking about and make sure everyone has the right form so no one gets hurt. The workouts are for everyone, even for someone just starting out. It’s a gym you will want to come to every day!

Ca
Review №19

I’ve been a member at Be Strong for over a year and it is my happy place. I joined a month after I got married. I was unhappy...depressed..felt like a gigantic potato. Be Strong changed my life and it will change yours. The coaches are amazing and they know what they’re talking about. They’re CrossFit Level 1 certified, veterans, and success stories. Drew runs this gym because he loves seeing people succeed. He’s there everyday supporting and cheering you on! Get in there, you won’t regret it.

Ni
Review №20

This is the best gym Ive ever been a member of. Ive tried getting in shape on my own through some of the other health clubs in town but never got the results Ive gotten at Be Strong.

T
Review №21

Best multi-sport gym in Central Illinois! Perfect for ant level of fitness especially beginners!

Tr
Review №22

Great community, coaches, and equipment.

Me
Review №23

Coaching is excellent! Very committed to seeing everyone be their best.

Mi
Review №24

Superb coaching friendly environment encourage anyone to try it out💪

Pa
Review №25

This place is uniquely awesome.Ive been to many of the gyms in the blono area and this one has something different. The difference is the passion and care of the Coaches. Drew takes a special interest in each one of his members in a way that Ive never experienced. If you dont go for a couple of days, you can bet youll get a text from Drew. Unlike other gyms, hell reach out to you simply because he wants you to improve, not just because your renewal date is coming up. They also regularly program interesting workouts to keep you on your toes. Over the course of 18 months, the workouts never got easy because Drew kept finding ways to keep them challenging.During my time at Be Strong, I truly felt like I had a community of people who cared about my personal progression. Ever since I moved away from Bloomington, ive been trying to figure out how to replace this truly special experience.

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  • Address:1628 Commerce Pkwy, Bloomington, IL 61704, United States
  • Site:http://www.bestrongblono.com/
  • Phone:+1 309-532-9325
Categories
  • Gym
  • Physical fitness program
  • Weight loss service
Working hours
  • Monday:5am–8:30pm
  • Tuesday:5am–8:30pm
  • Wednesday:5am–8:30pm
  • Thursday:5am–8:30pm
  • Friday:5am–8:30pm
  • Saturday:11am–5pm
  • Sunday:11am–5pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
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