Crunch Fitness - East Brunswick — Attraction in East Brunswick Township

Been to many gyms over the years and have a solid understanding of how things should work. This is not intended to insult anyone only to provide an honest review.

Place has a good selection of free weights and machines mostly clean and maintained People who work here seem pleasant ( Trainers are busy and look like they care ) Issue is with the people who attend Very crowded all the time Membership is very young with most looking like HS age Seems like most just want to say they go to the gym and really have little interest in a true workout Very few people actually workout ( Except the older crowd ) Many have no clue what it is to work out and spend most of their time talking and texting The outfits are entertaining to say the least - I have never seem so many out of shape young girls who have somehow come to believe they should display the skin Outfits for this group are about 2-3 sizes too small There are members who come to the gym with tripods for their cell phones to video something... it’s not working out.. not sure what this is all about.. They setup these tripods and then go socializing and lock down the equipment for a long time... only to return for one or two reps As with many gyms there are lots of machine sitters who sit and stare for a long time in between attempts

In the end you get what you pay for and this is close to HS gym class... If you cannot live without your cell phone for 45-60 minutes you are not working out. Still the gym is worth a look with the large amount of equipment and location. Just be prepared to work around most of the kids...

UPDATE - I continue to enjoy the gym BUT they need to fix the equipment. The cable and Pec machines are both down for over a month. They are very popular and having them down really impacts your workout. I counted six "out of order" signs today... Maybe time for a full inspection of all the equipment. Once again this is good gym that simply needs to address...

I’m into my third year of membership. I’m an avid spinner from two other facilities for over 15 years. I take spin seriously and enjoy a class that is motivating, challenging and choreographed to certain style of music. Joe Diaz’s class meets all these requirements and then some. I followed Joe to this facility, three years ago after he left my other gym. I did not come right away, giving a chance to his former gym to step up the program to mimic his class. It was all downhill from there. The situation changed from filling a room containing 36 bikes every class and disappointing members who arrive just before class with no available bikes to a room filled with 10 or 12 members! Joe’s class, though demanding, books out in literally 0 seconds. He has even created a imsg website to allow members to post looking for cancelled bookings. The draw for Joe’s class is not in the creation of an original playlist, which is changes every class, but the fact that he makes everyone feel welcomed and seen. This has created such a positive atmosphere in class, that we have become a sort of tight community. We celebrate birthdays, special holidays and mourn life changing events. If you attend one of his classes, you will notice we grow quite rowdy, organically, of course, with cheers and sounds as we join in with the music and the pace of the routine. He has made spinning become a part of your exercise routine. On a personal note, I look at Joe’s class with gratitude in extending my longevity by increasing my cardiovascular pressure and capacity not to mention an improved mental state. Joe is so passionate about spin, he has created his own websites, complete with photos and member transformations and testimonies. In addition, he performs a pop up give back free class just to thank his members for their support. He is now extending his craft to outdoor biking for...

I have been a member of Crunch, East Brunswick, since 2022, attending personal training sessions and group classes 3-4 times a week with a variety of instructors. Having had the opportunity to experience many different classes, I wanted to take a moment to commend Rachel K, who stands out as an exceptional instructor among a very talented team. As a group instructor, Rachel delivers clear and concise instructions in a very approachable manner. She encourages every participant to achieve their personal best while offering thoughtful modifications for those with physical limitations. She also has a wonderful ability to provide corrections supportively, without making anyone feel singled out. What really sets Rachel apart is that no two classes are ever the same. She constantly varies the exercises, thoughtfully creating unique workouts that are fun to participate in. It's evident how much preparation, knowledge, and creativity she puts into every session. As a personal trainer, Rachel is equally outstanding. She is approachable, flexible with scheduling, and very accommodating, which has made it easy for a busy person like me to stay consistent with physical fitness. She designed a personalized program that specifically addressed my needs and weaknesses. In addition to the exercise program, she provides nutritional advice that is concrete, actionable, and supported by evidence. After just two months of personal training with Rachel, I can truly feel the difference. Finally, beyond her professional skills, Rachel's personal qualities are just as remarkable. Her sense of humor, positivity, and genuine caring nature make every session something to look forward to. I feel fortunate to train with Rachel, and recommend her wholeheartedly to anyone looking to improve their fitness in a supportive, motivating, and expertly guided...