The Limit — Local services in New York

I've been to a few strength classes here with different instructors, and honestly, this place is more about vibes than actual training. It's basically a social hour for people who are already genetically thin and wealthy to show off, not a space for learning proper form or building strength. The instructors? Pilates girls cosplaying as strength coaches. Their form is so bad I'm shocked they haven't injured themselves yet-so of course, they're not correcting anyone else's either. Instead, they're too busy catering to the livestream for online members while ignoring the people actually in the room. I've been a trainer and instructor for 18 years, and recently switched careers. It blows my mind that they make you sign a waiver saying you can't sue them-because the instruction is that unsafe. Watching people lift with form this bad hurt my heart. The icing on the cake is the music is so loud, like unbearably loud. You can barely hear the instructor anyway.

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The Limit is the most challenging and amazing workout I have ever done and the only one that’s kept me in it! I started with the On Demand videos and then got to work privately with Beth to gear up for my rigorous dance job at the end of last year. I seriously could not have made it through without her and The Limit. My body and mind have never felt more strong and I can’t wait to keep going and training at the new and beautiful IN PERSON Studio! The team is amazing, and the classes are amazing! RUN to The Limit and find out just how strong and...

I really enjoy coming to classes at The Limit! I feel like I always leave having had a great, challenging workout that leaves me sore for days. My go-to is Olivia’s dance cardio! She’s such a delightful ball of energy and the cues are so helpful to guide you along. Also appreciate the options for modifying—you can take the classes from wherever you’re at—that is until I build up my strength again! ;) The studio is tidy, a friendly face always at the front (hi, Cherish!), and there’s a pleasantly stocked locker/shower room. Thanks for such a...