Tone House — Local services in New York

Review I posted on Yelp:

I rarely write reviews online, but I thought Id warn others about this place. As many others have seemed to post (on yelp... seem to be removed from google reviews), this place is dangerous. This is not coming from someone who is a mediocre athlete or who is out of shape and decided to go all out randomly in one workout and injure myself. To give context, I can squat about 450 lbs, deadlift about 530 lbs, can do about 30 pull ups and can run a sub 6 min mile. I am in better shape than about 95 percent of the general population if I had to guess.

I went to this place a couple of weeks ago and injured my hip pretty badly. I have not been able to squat or do any squat like movements since and my hip hurts all of the time. It is non stop pain that I feel laying down, walking, running etc. I hope its just a muscle strain, but it could be a tear that requires surgery. Regardless, it has reached the point that this is not a sore muscle anymore and is an injury that Ill have to deal with for god knows how long.

The reason this place is dangerous is that it takes average people and puts them through a plyometric/sprint workout for a very long duration. Plyometric and explosive work is designed to be done for very short periods of time, followed by long rest periods. They are not designed to be done for an hour straight. Its a recipe for injury. Even elite athletes should not be doing the workout that I went through.

Half the exercises were pointless with no upside besides a huge injury risk.

They had us do "jumping situps," which is quite possibly the dumbest exercise that Ive ever done in my life. This was coupled with regular situps for 5-10 minutes straight. Your hips and low back are not designed to do exercises like that for long duration. Situps are already seen as a somewhat dangerous and suboptimal exercise to be doing. Why in the world would you decide to make it "jumping?" Its baffling.

This was coupled with the sprint work that needs to be eased into for the vast majority of people who take this class.

Unless you are actively doing plyometric training or sprinting in day to day life, your body will not be ready for this type of long workout that is filled almost entirely of explosive movements.

Even if you do train explosively, the exercise selection was so bad that youd still risk a severe injury.

Overall, will never be stepping foot inside this place again. Stick to CrossFit, orange-theory, regular big box gyms, powerlifting gyms... literally anywhere else...

This is absolutely a 5 star review but this workout isn't for me in the long run. The facilities are GREAT, I didn't want to leave, the instructors are motivating and incredibly helpful.

Upon arriving, I met some lovely people at the front desk, most of whom are so crazy about this workout that they went and got jobs there. They're very happy to tell you all about it and prepare you for class. Once you get past the front desk, basically everything is bathed in red lights. It's nice, it makes for intense looking selfies but it gets a little old. The Lounge has lots of foam rollers for before or after your workout and some nice reclining chairs that must feel great after class.

Class was an even mix of men and women but clearly EVERYONE even in the 101 class, is in excellent physical shape already. We were about 18 people and basically everyone is super toned. Our instructor was incredibly motivating (almost too much for my taste) and there was an air of "pep rally" in the room. I'm not super outgoing and though I wish my "teammates" a great workout, I don't want to cheer for strangers or put my hand in a circle before class to count down from three and shout "tone house" at the top of my lungs. Tone House does what it does incredibly well but like I said, this isn't for me in the long run. I'm not that peppy, unfortunately!

The workout was great, it's tough but doable and definitely gets you using muscles you might otherwise neglect. If you want a hard workout, don't hesitate to go to Tone House, it does what it promises!

The locker rooms and showers after the workout were miraculous and refreshing. Perhaps the nicest shower facilities I've seen in a NYC gym (and I've been to a lot of them!) The shampoo...

I recently had the opportunity to visit Tone House Gym in New York, and I must say, it was quite an experience!From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the vibrant energy of the place. The atmosphere is both motivating and welcoming, which immediately put me in the right mindset for a workout. The interior is sleek and modern, with plenty of space and high-quality equipment designed to challenge even the most seasoned gym-goers.The team at Tone House is exceptional. The trainers are not only knowledgeable but also genuinely passionate about helping each individual reach their fitness goals. They take the time to understand your fitness level and tailor workouts accordingly, ensuring that everyone feels included, irrespective of their experience.I joined a group class, and it certainly pushed me to my limits. The workouts were intense but incredibly rewarding. The camaraderie among the participants was also a highlight – everyone cheered each other on, making the challenging exercises much more enjoyable. It felt less like a traditional gym and more like a community working towards shared goals.What I appreciated most was the unique approach Tone House takes toward training. They focus on functional fitness and high-intensity interval training, which not only helped me break a sweat but also improved my overall strength and endurance. I left the class feeling accomplished and eager to return.Overall, my experience at Tone House Gym was fantastic. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just starting your journey, I highly recommend checking it out. The combination of expert trainers, a motivating environment, and a community spirit makes it a top-notch gym...