SoHo Strength Lab — Local services in New York

If you had told me five months ago that my favorite part of the week would involve barbells and sweat, I’d have politely suggested a career in fiction writing—or maybe a good prescription. Me? A gym person? The very idea was laughable. Exercise was a necessary evil, the chore I never actually did. And strength training? Please. I’d tried it, hated it, and assumed my body was destined to remain in the "permanently noodle-armed" category.

But then came Soho Strength Lab. Honestly, I don’t even remember why I signed up—maybe a momentary lapse in judgment, or sheer desperation—but thank goodness I did. Enter Colette, my strength-training sage and miracle worker, for 12 weeks of transformative workouts. Turns out, my body wasn’t "different"; it just needed the right guidance (and a heavy dose of accountability).

Now, not only do I willingly choose to lift weights, I enjoy it. Like, genuinely look forward to it. I’ve seen gains (actual muscles—who knew?!), learned an incredible amount, and felt better than I ever have. It's as if Soho Strength Lab tapped into some hidden version of myself—the one who thrives on grit and perseverance instead of Netflix marathons.

To Colette and the entire SSL team: thank you. You’ve turned this skeptic into a believer, and now the only prescription I’m recommending is a membership. Don’t wait five months like I did—get yourself to Soho Strength Lab. Just don’t expect me to share my favorite...

I started training at Soho Strength Lab last summer and have had a phenomenal experience since. I had been considering starting personal training for years, and I was looking for a gym that is welcoming but also challenges its clients. I found all of that and more at SSL—on my first call with Ryan, we discussed my fitness goals, and he made me feel immediately comfortable and matched me with my trainer, Alec. I've been working with Alec twice a week since then, and I cannot speak highly enough about how attentive he is and how great his training program has been for me. I highly recommend Soho...

Grateful to Soho Strength and in particular to my trainer and coach JJ. A year ago I was experiencing constant pain, limping badly and lacking full range of motion. A year later, I’m playing tennis pain-free. I’m so grateful and couldn’t recommend JJ and the SSL team more! I’ve worked with other trainers at bigger clubs but nothing compares. JJ’s programming is customized, thoughtful and thorough. He continues to help me rehab, improve strength and mobility and integrate sport specific exercises to elevate my tennis game. So thankful to have found this...