HIIT Lab — Local services in Seattle

I tried my two classes for $15 (awesome deal!) and I’m signing up for more today. I’m far from a gym person and have several health conditions that make working out stressful for me, but the instructors at HIIT lab have been so supportive and welcoming that I don’t dread navigating any part of the workout process!

The structure of each class gives me a way to push myself as hard as I can without going too far, and I don’t have to give a super extra detailed health briefing to access the class either— it just works. The instructors always give several alternatives to higher impact exercises, so if you know something won’t jive with your body (like high impact jumping with bad knees or something) you get some alternatives to try instead, no questions asked! My cardio fitness is currently pretty low, so I also appreciate the flexibility to adjust the treadmill portions appropriately— I’d rather be speed walking than sitting a cardio section out because I can’t jog that fast yet!

I love the inclusiveness of the space and the attitude of the classes as a whole. I never thought I’d look forward to going back to the gym but HIIT Lab makes it possible for me, ha! I’m so happy I’ve found a place to get back in shape after major surgery. I’m already feeling a difference in my energy levels after...

Lots to like about HIIT Lab!

The first think to know is that Cathy (owner extraordinaire!) has navigated COVID extremely well: she's maintained a safe training environment over the past 2 years despite all COVID's challenges (and changes) to the fitness industry.

WORKOUT: 50% of the time on treads, 50% off doing high-intensity bursts of weight training and body-weight exercises. Active time is ~40 minutes, not including the warm-up and stretching cool-down. Lots of incline running, low-rep As-Many-Rounds-As-Possible (AMRAPs) circuits, and TRX exercises.

TRAINERS: Great! Happy to help you scale up/down as needed. Good, trainer led warm-up and post-workout stretching sessions.

CROWD: Crowd tends to be 25 to 35-year olds and skews female. Workout is great for anyone, and can easily be scaled to your needs (lighter weights, faster on the tread, etc.)

EQUIPMENT: Shiny and new! Probably the best maintained equipment I have ever seen.

LAYOUT: Everyone gets their own station, whether inside or outside.

PARKING: Private lot along side of building. No garage, fees, or other hassles.

PRICE: Lots of options. Packs never expire, so great for people who travel for...

After living in West Seattle for years, I am so thrilled HIIT Lab has joined the neighborhood. West Seattle was very much lacking an alternative to the large box gyms. HIIT is not only a GREAT workout, but the instructors are incredible. The classes are 1/2 cardio (on treadmills or bikes) and 1/2 weight/resistance training using a mix of body weight, TRX, and kettle bells. The 60 minute workouts are different every single day.

At other gyms I've seen instructors rush through explaining exercises and not bother to pay attention or correct poor form. This is never the case at HIIT - not only are the instructors well experienced, but they make sure to explain each exercise throughly to ensure everyone is working out safely. And because the classes are small (no more than 20 people per class), the instructors are able to pay attention to every person and offer corrections and encouragement to each individual.

I've spent years taking group classes at big box gyms, and I've worked with personal trainers in the past. I can honestly say this is the closest you'll come to having your own personal trainer while in a small group environment. Try out HIIT and support this awesome...