Fitness enthusiast and reviewer from Rome

The Short Version

I am Lorenzo Rossi, based in Rome, and I have spent the last few years documenting my experiences at fitness clubs across Italy.

This site exists because I got tired of choosing gyms based on ads and vague recommendations, only to discover the reality differed from expectations. I wanted specific, honest information about what these places were actually like. Since I could not find it, I decided to create it.

Over a dozen Gyms Visited
Several Years Active
Hundreds+ Classes Attended

How This Started

My fitness routine began in a small club near Viale della Forma in Rome. It was not perfect, but it was accessible, affordable, and it helped me build consistency.

After that place closed, I noticed how quickly the fitness scene in Italy was evolving. New clubs opened, new concepts appeared, and marketing became louder than real member experience.

I started trying different gyms and classes, keeping notes after every visit. Over time those notes turned into this website, built to help others make clearer choices.

My Approach to Reviews

Every review on this site comes from real visits and real time spent inside the club. I focus on practical details that matter when you are choosing a membership.

When I review a fitness center, I typically:

  • Spend sufficient time to grasp routines, peak times, and patterns
  • Visit on various days and at different times
  • Try multiple training formats and instructors
  • Regularly use amenities to assess cleanliness and comfort
  • Speak with other members about consistency and gaps
  • Take notes right after each visit

I update reviews when major changes occur: renovations, management shifts, price adjustments, or new facilities. Every article shows its last update date so you can gauge how current the information is.

What I Look For

My priorities may differ from yours, so here is what matters most to me when judging a fitness center:

Comfort and Privacy: Does the space feel thoughtfully designed for members, with clear boundaries and a tranquil vibe?

Equipment Quality: Are machines well-maintained? Is there sufficient variety? Are repairs prompt?

Crowd Management: Can you train during your preferred hours without constant queues?

Clean Facilities: Locker rooms, showers, floors, and equipment surfaces. Cleanliness reflects how seriously management takes the member experience.

Honest Membership Practices: Transparent pricing, clear rules, and no surprises.

Beyond the Gym

Outside of training and writing, I live and work in Rome. This project aims to simplify fitness decisions and make them more transparent for those seeking the right environment.

Get in Touch

I get messages from people weighing memberships or starting their fitness journeys. I try to reply when possible.

The best way to reach me is through the contact form.

If you have particular questions about a gym I reviewed, I’m glad to share additional details. If you have recommendations for places I should check out next, I’d welcome them as well.

Thank you for reading. I hope something here helps with your own fitness choices.

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