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Planet Fitness Doesn’t Have a Bench Press (Here’s Why)

January 31, 2023 By Jess Billitz

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Planet Fitness doesn’t get the best reputation among the weightlifting community.

They have free pizza on the first Monday of the month, and free bagels on the second Tuesday of the month (probably not the best way to go about carb-loading).

There’s a “lunk alarm” if any gym rats grunt too loudly, drop their weights, carry a gallon jug of water, or even wear a tank top (Translation: You have to lay low if you plan to go hard).

And there’s no bench press.

That last point—the lack of a bench press—makes the $10/month Planet Fitness membership virtually useless for anyone serious about bulking up or weightlifting, in general.

Let’s talk about why Planet Fitness doesn’t have a bench press.

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How to Get Jacked with Free Weights at Planet Fitness

January 20, 2023 By Jess Billitz

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If you’re a water jug-carryin’, tank top-wearin’, weight-slammin’, gruntin’ gym bro, passing as a “normie” at Planet Fitness takes a bit of camouflage and a lifetime of self-control.

(So much for the “Judgment Free Zone,” huh?)

To make matters even worse …

There’s no legit power rack, loadable barbell, bench press set-up, or trap bar insight. But hidden amongst the sea of treadmills and resistance machines is a decently stocked free weight corner.

Now, here’s how to get jacked with free weights at Planet Fitness:

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Planet Fitness Workout Plan: 3-Day Full Body Routine

January 9, 2023 By Jess Billitz

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After questioning if Planet Fitness is even a real gym, you’re probably wondering if a 3-day full-body workout routine at their so-called “judgment-free zone” is worth it.

Well, yes it is. Some “hardcore” gym rats might say otherwise, but the truth is that you can still get a good workout at Planet Fitness despite their lack of some fan-favorite equipment.

Don’t believe us? Check out the details of this Planet Fitness workout routine we prepared for you.

Man doing curls in gym then laying on the treadmill
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Does Planet Fitness Have Squat Racks? (No, Here’s Why)

January 8, 2023 By Alita Phommabouth

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In a totally surprising, not at all foreseeable sequence of events, Planet Fitness doesn’t have squat racks.

Add this to the list of missing equipment including free-weight barbells and bench presses.

Well, what does the average wannabe squatter do in this case?

If you want to find alternatives to squatting at Planet Fitness, then read on.

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You Can’t Deadlift at Planet Fitness (Do This Instead)

January 6, 2023 By Jess Billitz

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You can get your mid-day “protein fix” with buffalo chicken pizza on Mondays, start your morning with a bagel (& a schmear of cream cheese) on Tuesdays, and snack on Tootsie Rolls whenever.

But hoo boy, don’t you dare try something as silly as a deadlift.

Planet Fitness (AKA: the “anti-gym”) catches quite a bit of heat from the amateur bodybuilding community because of its questionable food offerings and sheer lack of power racks.

And, the anti-deadlift mentality is rightfully a major flaw in every PF club across the country.

So do you cancel that unbeatable $10/month membership to switch to a “real” gym? Or, do you suck it up and settle for the ‘ol Spongebob lower-half?

What about option #3? While you can’t deadlift at Planet Fitness, you can do this.

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Planet Fitness Back Extensions: How To, Workout, & More

December 9, 2022 By Alita Phommabouth

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It’s tough zeroing in and targeting your lower back. Most workouts don’t focus on the lower back but instead focus on the glutes or the hamstring, with the lower back being a coincidental addon.

Well, with back extensions, the lower back is the major muscle being worked. But should you even care about your lower back muscles?

(Spoiler: you should.)

Jack Nicholson head nod

Read more to find out how back extensions work, why they’re important, why you should do Planet Fitness back extensions, and more.

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Assisted Pull-Up at Planet Fitness: Benefits & How-To

December 8, 2022 By Alita Phommabouth

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I think it’s safe to say that everyone knows what a pull-up is.

You grab a supported bar; you pull yourself up, thus the pull-up.

But not everyone can pull off a pull-up (pun intended).

And since Planet Fitness is considered a good gym for beginners, they typically have assisted pull-up machines somewhere on the floor to help you master this kick-ass exercise.

What are the benefits? And how do you use this machine?

Keep reading…

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Full Planet Fitness Equipment List + Best Machines Overall

December 5, 2022 By Alita Phommabouth

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So you’re in Planet Fitness because you want to work out but you don’t know where to get that full-body bulk. Heck, with Planet Fitness’ limited equipment, can you even get each muscle group worked out?

Yes. Yes, you can. Listed below is the ultimate list of Planet Fitness Equipment you need for a rounded workout at the gym.

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Why Planet Fitness is a Bad Gym (And Why It’s Not)

November 9, 2022 By Alita Phommabouth

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In 2015, Insider called Planet Fitness the fastest-growing gym in America. As of 2021, Planet Fitness has over 2,000 locations and 14 million members.

Well, with those numbers, Planet Fitness has to be a good gym, right? Some would argue otherwise.

If you want to find out how Planet Fitness is a bad gym, and why it’s not actually that bad, then read on.

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Using the Cable Machine at Planet Fitness Like a Pro

November 29, 2021 By Alita Phommabouth

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Trust me, there’s nothing more intimidating than a machine that might snap back and whack you in the teeth, causing permanent damage to your mouth as you feel out your new chipped tooth with your tongue.

No? Just me? Okay.

Add on the potential to look like a slob who’s never been to a gym in his life, then it’s understandable why one might want to avoid the cable machine, but trust me – it’s worth it!

A study done in Experimental Gerontology, a journal about aging and age-related diseases, found that cable training increases neuromuscular function (which can slow down the aging process).

That’s why it’s a great idea to work some cable movements into your muscle-building routine!

So if you want to learn how to use the cable machine at Planet Fitness like a pro so you can build muscle and avoid embarrassment… keep reading.

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