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The Best 24/7 Open Gym in Golden Valley

Golden Valley's Home Of Fitness

Welcome To The Gym MPLS

Golden Valley's BEST

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Ready to Commit to Your GOals?

With 24/7 availability, you can finally make fitness a consistent part of your lifestyle. No matter your schedule, The Gym MPLS is here for you!

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TIRED OF Feeling Lost In The Gym?

The Gym MPLS offers 24/7 access to machines and equipment, letting you train confidently and on your own schedule in a supportive environment.

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TIRED OF Not Having A solid Game Plan?

The Gym MPLS provides 24/7 access so you can create your own schedule, with all the equipment you need to stay consistent and achieve your goals.

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To help You start Your journey!

Semi Private

These sessions are a hybrid. They offer flexibility in scheduling and are great for people who don’t mind sharing their time with another person.

Personalized Group Training

Specific times dedicated to people with all types of fitness levels. The great thing is that you have your own personalized program. Even while working with a group of people you will never feel like your’e left behind.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

Real Member Reviews

Logan Y
Logan Y
The Gym is amazing! It’s the most unique fitness club I have ever been to! The owner Joel is awesome and will create workouts based around your fitness level! The equipment is all high end and everyone who is a member is respectful and courteous! Thanks for everything!
Aj gallegos
Aj gallegos
Great gym, phenomenal equipment and the complete opposite of a typical commercial gym. Honestly, this is the best gym that I’ve gone too in my experience at gyms. The crowd here is very friendly and the gym is seldom packed during the times I go. They have a large selection of dumbbells and a ton of high quality lifting plates. Hours are flexible and there are regular crew members who clean all the equipment and ensure the gym is clean which is very nice to see especially during these times.
Steven Bennett
Steven Bennett
The Gym Mpls is a terrific gem of a gym owned by trainer Joel Eshelman. My 12 year old son and I have been training with Joel for 8 months and have loved it. We join the group session (where each person gets an individual workout plan) once a week and then train on our own the rest of the week. The gym has all the equipment and none of the attitude that I've seen at other, bigger, gyms. Highly recommend this place.
Emily Harrington
Emily Harrington
Led Better Fitness is an awesome place to work out! I attend Matt's Boot Camp classes about 3-4 times a week. I have been a member since August. I love the work outs, they are different every time I go. I am really seeing results that I have struggled to achieve on my own. Matt really pushes me to do my best and it is paying off. If you are looking for a great place to work out and get fit, Led Better Fitness is your gym! 🙂
Garret Tornquist
Garret Tornquist
A great gym, with even better people! I have been going to The Gym MPLS for over a year now and I am extremely impressed with the variety of the exercises and how welcoming the staff and members are. This is a gym for anyone at any fitness level. Not only will you feel great right after a work out, but you will have more energy for the rest of the day. If you are looking for results, you should check this place out. With the free trial, you have nothing to lose with no commitment! Workout on your own time or attend a bootcamp, I promise there is something for everyone.

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Getting Started Is Easy

STEP 1

SCHEDULE YOUR FIRST VISIT

Talk with a coach about your goals and meet our trainers, tour the gym, and learn more about our programs.

STEP 2

START YOUR TRAINING

We will start you strong by taking you through the fundamentals of training and sound habits, putting you on the road to success!

STEP 3

HAVE FUN REACHING NEW LEVELS

Book classes easily on our app, improve your fitness, and enjoy the workouts with awesome people and reach your goals in no time!

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Got Questions? We've Got Answers Right Here!

Super simple! Just click get started anywhere here on the page to book your free intro session where you’ll tour the gym & meet our coaches.

We will chat about your current situation, your desired situation to see if we can help and if we are good fit for each other. Sign up today!

When you start at The Gym MPLS, your fitness level will improve quickly, usually in the first 30 days. The key to see results is consistency and commitment over time so that’s why we recommend 3 classes per week as a start. Sign up today!
Yes! We provide guidance on eating right or sleeping well which can help maximize energy levels – getting YOU maximum results from your efforts. Sign up today!
Nope! Most of our members start just like you. We assess each new members fitness level. Then our workouts are “universally scaled”, with a different version of each days workout designed for every level. As you level up you can take on more challenging variants of the workout if you desire. Sign up today!
We are locally owned and purpose built to make an impact on the health and happiness in Golden Valley and the surrounding area. You’re not just a number here, everyone knows your name. We’re a community of like-minded people that wants you to show up and supports each other on this journey to live better lives – with no judgement or criticism along the way. Sign up today!

If you’re a beginner and just starting out then 2-4 times per week will be enough to see results and allow you to adjust.

You’ll be sore some days, so allow yourself recovery days between training sessions at first – over the course of the following months work up towards 5 days per week if you want to maximize! Sign up today!

We offer an exciting, challenging and varied programming which will keep it fun! The workouts are published in advance.

Some days are more strength focused where we will focus on our lifts. Movements like barbell squats, kettlebell swings and occasionally some olympics lifts will be included.

Other days, we may focus more on cardio & conditioning with rowers and bikes. Some days are focused on body weight movements like pushups, sit-ups, and pull-ups. Some days are a mix of everything. Sign up today!

Each class is 60 minutes and led by qualified coaches. We always start together with a warm-up designed to activate the muscles being used in the workout.

The coach will brief the group on the workout, the movements, and the proper form. During the workout, the coach will be guiding and providing instruction.

At the end of class, we will cool down together to accelerate recovery and reduce potential injury. Sign up today!

GETTING STARTED IS EASY!

Simply fill out the form below and then schedule Your FREE intro session on the next page.

Shortly after we will be in touch with you to confirm your intro session. We are excited to meet you!

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Nick Northrup

Owner of Patient Fast Fitness Trainer at Apex Personal Training

Hi, I’m Nick Northrup. I’m a fitness trainer at The Gym MPLS specializing in CrossFit, BodyBuilding, and recently dabbling in StrongMan.  Fitness has been a constant in my life since I was 22 years old. It started when a buddy brought me into the gym to add a little muscle and “look good”. Over time, it transformed into a passion for health, fitness, and pushing yourself every day.

I want to train with anyone who is ready for a change, push themselves, show consistency, and have patience with the process.  Sometimes the workout looks awesome, other times it doesn’t. It’s knowing that, through the good and bad, you pushed yourself and hopefully you came out the other side stronger, mentally, and physically. The journey will be challenging and rewarding. I want to teach you the tools to be a better and healthier you. Let’s get stronger together!

Expertise

Crossfit Trainer Level 2
USAW Level 1

Michael Phillips

Independent Personal Trainer Trainer at Apex Personal Training

I’m Michael Phillips, a personal trainer here at The Gym MPLS! I’ve specialized in training in strength, mobility, and overall fitness since 2012. Whether you’re a high school athlete looking to increase speed and power development for sport, or a senior looking to move better as you age, I’d love the opportunity to help!

I’ve got the following certifications as a personal trainer:

NCSF Certified Personal Trainer
NCSF – Strength
CFL1
CF Mobility

I’m 36 years old and have lived in MN my whole live. I’ve traveled and have seen some amazing places, but I always find my way home to MN. I love snowboarding, wakeboarding, swimming, gymnastics, running, hiking, weightlifting, Crossfit, anything that keeps me active!

What I love about the Gym MPLS is that it’s a collective of like minded people who want to help individuals become better. It’s a judgment free place to learn the skills to achieve that. If I or we can help, we will!

Expertise

NCSF Certified Personal Trainer
NCSF – Strength
CFL1
CF Mobility

Emily Zabeli

Trainer at Apex Personal Training

Hey! I’m Emily Zabeli, I’m a personal trainer at The Gym MPLS with Apex Personal Training! I work with people on functional fitness, strength training, endurance, and ultra running. I enjoy working with those that want to try new things and push themselves!

I like to spend a lot of time outside, hiking and training for ultra runs! I also love to sample the coffee shop scene for the best Americano, and enjoy a good documentary.

I am certified in the following areas:

NSCA Certified Personal Trainer

Registered Nurse

Fitness can be adapted for everyone to enjoy, and it’s an opportunity to push and challenge yourself in new ways. It can be fun, challenging, and rewarding! I look forward to seeing you here!

Expertise

NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
Registered Nurse

Zach Martin

Owner of ZM Fitness

I’m Zach Martin, a Functional Strength Trainer at The Gym MPLS. I focus on Mobility, Calisthenics, Corrective Exercise, and overall Physical Conditioning. I love to work with people of any fitness level; anyone who wants to increase their mobility, feel better, and is motivated to make a change.

I love to golf, go to sporting events, and work out! I like that there are endless possibilities to fitness. I enjoy the challenge of giving people a customized workout that is designed for their current fitness levels. It’s great that you can be very creative with what you want to achieve.

I look forward to meeting people where they are at and working with people who want to make a positive change in their health and fitness!

Specialties

Golf Training Specialist
Senior Fitness Training Specialist
Fitness Nutrition Specialist
Core Training Specialist – NASM
Behavioral Change Specialist
SAQ Certified

Sam Topping

Owner of Top Training LLC

Growing up in Madison, Wisconsin, I played sports all year round. Baseball was number one, followed by basketball and football. My love for sports lead me to begin lifting weights when I was 12 years old, and I haven’t stopped since.

My passion for athletics and strength training led me to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at the University of Minnesota. During Senior year, I interned with the Minnesota Gopher Football team as a strength and condition assistant. Upon graduation, I worked for a private personal training studio. Nine months later I went off on my own and founded Top Training LLC in the summer of 2013. Since then, I have worked with hundreds of clients – both youth athletes and adults.

Time-efficient, evidence-based workouts combined with proper rest, nutrition guidance, and recovery allow my clients to see results without spending hours in the gym every week. Training should not be this daunting task that takes up all of your free time. My philosophy is based around simple, time-efficient workouts that require a high level of effort. The research is pretty
clear – strength training should be a priority for everyone, no matter the age.

My focus now is helping youth baseball players improve their performance through strength and conditioning along with nutrition. I also offer one-on-one training and nutrition coaching for adults.

Outside of THE GYM MPLS, I enjoy eating out and trying new restaurants, traveling, golfing, bike riding, and going to games at Target Field.

Interested in training with Top Training?

Reach out to Sam directly :

PHONE: 608-333-2181

EMAIL: sam@toptrainingllc.com

WEBSITE: toptrainingllc.com

Expertise

Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Exercise Science (University of Minnesota, 2012)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA, NASM)
Certified Nutrition Coach (Precision Nutrition)
CPR & AED Certified
Certified Speed & Agility Coach (Athletes Acceleration)

Joel Eshelman

Owner of Apex Personal Training

Joel Eshelman has been helping change lives through fitness for over a decade. Upon graduation, he has furthered his knowledge earning multiple certifications. Through his unique background, he brings a simple no-nonsense approach to his training style. His training philosophy is to keep things simple, effective and safe for his clients whether they are trying to lose weight or they are training for their upcoming season. Joel believes that applied knowledge through action and education is everything. This is why he continues to further his own education whenever possible, so he can deliver what he believes is the best for those who trust him in their journey.

No two clients are the same not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. This is why Joel has believed that it’s not just about a physical result, it’s about who you become throughout the journey as well. Joel’s passion for helping people shines through in everything he does in sessions and in business. He has helped thousands of people throughout his career and is always looking at how he can help even more.

Outside of the gym, Joel loves spending time with his new family and enjoys playing basketball, working on his own fitness goals, attending sporting events, trying the newest restaurant in town, concerts traveling and especially traveling to play golf. His goal is to play the top one hundred golf courses in the United States and then the world. Joel is also a serial entrepreneur and is always working on his next business venture.

Interested in training with Joel/Apex Personal Training?

Reach out to Joel:

PHONE: 612) 405-3002

EMAIL: joel@trainwithapex.com

WEBSITE: trainwithapex.com

Expertise

Nasm Cpt
Nfpt Cpt
Crossfit L-1
Crossfit L-2

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Golden Valley, MN 55427

(763) 342-5651

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