Starting Strength Dallas - Dallas (TX)

Brandon Kirsch I moved to Dallas two years ago not knowing a soul, and Diesel quickly became my sanctuary. I trained with Justin and Marlon—Justin and I focused on classic bodybuilding-style compound lifts, while Marlon worked with me on stretching, muscle manipulation, and physical therapy-style prep that set me up for success. Every session was the perfect mix of pushing myself as hard as I could while also having real conversations about life. It’s rare to find trainers who not only help you grow physically but also become genuine friends. That’s exactly what makes Diesel special—every single trainer cares deeply about your well-being, your progress, and pushing you in just the right way. Shoutout to Josh for the way he trains his clients, Grove with his meticulous attention to detail (and that legendary composition notebook), and D, who pours everything into his people. Across the board, Diesel is filled with trainers who are invested, welcoming, and excellent at their craft. The gym itself is spotless. Sure, the weights and machines have some character—but that’s part of Diesel’s charm. It’s hands down the best gym I’ve ever trained at, in Dallas or even back when I lived in Austin. I’ll miss it terribly as I move back, but I can’t recommend Diesel—and especially their personal training enough. Will miss all you guys!

Cheyenne George Joining Social Mechanics has been one of the best decisions I have ever made! As someone who had no prior experience with barbells and CrossFit-style workouts, I was very hesitant to join, but both the coaches and people in the classes made me feel very welcome. Now 3 years later I can’t imagine a life without going to Social Mechanics! I’ve developed the most amazing friendships with people that I met here, and truly feel a sense of community that I have never felt from any other gym.

Grant B. I’ve been going to Trophy Fitness Downtown for years now and it’s consistently been a great experience. The entire staff is fantastic, and Cole especially deserves a shout-out. He’s always welcoming, supportive, and goes out of his way to make members feel comfortable and motivated. Having someone like him at the front of this gym really sets the tone for the whole experience. The space is clean, well-maintained, and everyone is friendly. That said, it does feel like the Uptown location gets more of the attention and updates from Trophy. Some of the existing machines at Downtown aren’t great, and the gym could really benefit from some new equipment. A new chest fly, adding a hip thrust machine, plate-loaded chest press, and new plates would be a welcome addition. Other than that, I couldn’t be happier with Downtown Trophy!

Greg Olsen I was traveling in Dallas for work and was looking for the local anytime fitness and I came across this location. There were plenty of machines and a lot of space to walk around. This location was way bigger than my home gym in Minnesota. Would definitely recommend to anybody whos looking for a great place to work out.

Yuval Carmel This is a fantastic location! The machines are all brand new and in excellent condition, which makes for a smooth and enjoyable experience. The staff members are incredibly friendly and attentive, adding to the overall positive atmosphere. Plus, it’s not overly crowded.

Issi This place is amazing! I have had personal trainers before and have done the group class thing and have tried to work out solo and I have never had results like I have had coming here. I need the structure that a personal trainer provides. They are extremely kind, knowledgeable, and goal-oriented. They took my measurements and asked me where I wanted to be/go with my fitness journey and motivate me to check back in/be accountable to my goals. I loved it so much I eventually brought on my husband! They’ve been helping him recover from overuse injuries/work from home lifestyle that wreaked havoc on his body. They will cater their exercises to fit your needs. They’re also super fun and have really made the gym feel like a second home while still pushing me to realize my potential. They offer nutrition advice as well. This place is the full meal deal! With them, I lost weight and gained strength for my sister’s wedding (she also works out here) and even won a fitness body fat reduction competition! Posting my before and after (let’s just say in progress :P).

Collin Chen Great gym for Olympic weightlifting and powerlifting all at a very affordable price.

C&K Bokeh Great gym! Great atmosphere! Staff is super welcoming. Amenities and equipment are top notch. I frequent the area and will definitely continue to drop in whenever I’m in town. Highly recommend if you’re looking for Olympic weightlifting, strength training, HIIT, and much more. Their website is super easy to navigate and very informative. Thank y’all for the hospitality and accommodations!

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