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May 2023 by Jessie Howard
Granite Barbell has been the BEST gym I have been too. I have seen Incredible changes in all aspect of myself. They provide a safe and comfortable workout environment.It's a pleasant, clean and an enjoyable atmosphere for everyone.
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May 2023 by Keith Demy
Great place. Whether you are beginning your fitness journey or you are a high level lifter or athlete this is the place for you. They have everything you could ask for and more. Great friendly environment where everyone knows each other and you can be completely comfortable knowing everyone wants to see you succeed
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December 2022 by Steven Lawerence
My buddy went here and I tagged along. All these guys do is push steroids onto each other once you are in their click. If you're not, you're pushed out of the gym like there's no tomorrow. The gym owner, Brett, tried to tell me the benefits of using steroids. Meanwhile, I study medicine for a living. Do not go here. This place should be shut down.
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November 2022 by Rick Trippe
The Granite Barbell has been changing my body, and as a result, my life as well. People who go there are there for many different reasons. Some to loose weight, some to get stronger and slow down the effects of aging and some to prepare for competitions that they have coming up. Once I started I realized how much it means to me to be there on regular basis and what it is doing for me. I not only get a gym but also a trainer who has been doing it for years and knows what they are doing and what is best for me. Brett Katie and Rob are really great people and make me feel welcome. I could go on and on about the unique methods I have learned about, but more importantly is the fact that these guys are competitors and make it thier business to help those there to achieve their goals, not just people who have received limited training to become trainers themselves. This is the real deal......
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September 2022 by Juan Moreira
Excellent training facility. No gimmicks, just great coaches with the right equipment.
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August 2022 by Jennifer Premuto
Been working out here since 2016 and I have learned SO much from Brett. Very casual place to workout in and work at. No one pushes the sport of strongman on you, but there’s tons of equipment to give some of the events a try if you want. Definitely better than the chain gyms in the area. Granite Barbell has so much more to offer like personalized training programs, help with rehab and recovery, or even just someone to chat with in between sets. You’ll never find me training anywhere else!
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May 2022 by Claire Brenner
As a distance runner, I was apprehensive about going to a strongman and powerlifting gym, but Granite Barbell is truly for everyone. The atmosphere is kind and welcoming, and Brett helped me become a faster, stronger, and injury free runner.
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April 2022 by Jason Brenner
Granite Barbell is the place to go if you want to get strong and learn how train the right way. The trainers are unbelievably knowledgeable. It’s not like walking into your average commercial gym where some smiling chucklehead behind the desk who just printed out his PT certificate after taking a 3 hour online course is going to tell you how he’ll get you to lose your love handles by cutting out carbs and spending a 30 minutes a week doing the ab machine. The trainers at Granite Barbell know their stuff. They will teach you the right way to train in order to reach your goals whether those are to become a competitive powerlifter or strongman/woman, rehab from an injury or just build and maintain strength so that you’ll be able to get up off the toilet unassisted when you’re 75 years old. The best part about Granite Barbell is the sense of community and diversity. At any given time you can find yourself working out next to world class powerlifters and strongmen, high school athletes, and people just looking to stay in shape and everyone is supportive of each other. It is truly, to borrow the slogan of the purple gym, a judgement free zone. There are no strutting peacocks staring at themselves in the mirror. If you’re looking for shiny machines and gimmicks you’re not going to find them there but come in anyway because you’ll realize that’s not what you need and let Brett and his crew help you get fit, stronger and better.
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April 2022 by christoph prego
Super friendly atmosphere and the trainers do their best to make every workout great workout
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April 2022 by Nick Augeri
Granite Barbell is one of the BEST communities Orange County/Hudson Valley has to offer. When I first stepped in the gym I was welcomed immediately despite being nervous my first time. I quickly realized the owner loves to create long term bonds that will undeniably last a lifetime. My strength’s gone up significantly overtime due to his coaching methods. It has now been two years since I started competing in Strongman. I would not change that for the world. This gym helped me to unlock my true potential. I made so many friends that I now consider family. If you do not come to this gym, I can confidently say you are missing out. If you want laughs, good times, and heavy weights, this is 100% your gym. I cannot thank Granite Barbell enough for changing my life.
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April 2022 by Anthony Eckerson
The knowledgeable coaches help people from all backgrounds to become the strongest version of themselves, physically and mentally. Everyone is also extremely welcoming and supportive. Granite Barbell is the best gym I’ve ever been to, hands down.
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April 2022 by Jennifer Curran
Been working out here since 2016 and I have learned SO much from Brett. Very casual place to workout in and work at. No one pushes the sport of strongman on you, but there’s tons of equipment to give some of the events a try if you want. Definitely better than the chain gyms in the area. Granite Barbell has so much more to offer like personalized training programs, help with rehab and recovery, or even just someone to chat with in between sets. You’ll never find me training anywhere else!
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April 2022 by Conrad Rosales
Very welcoming environment with knowledgeable coaches in all aspects of strength. Great little gym that gives back to the community. A gym for everyone from strongmen to powerlifters and people who are into general fitness!
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April 2022 by Claire M Brenner
As a distance runner, I was apprehensive about going to a strongman and powerlifting gym, but Granite Barbell is truly for everyone. The atmosphere is kind and welcoming, and Brett helped me become a faster, stronger, and injury free runner.
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April 2022 by Jay Mazeski
Don't let the looks of this place fool you! This is not a crossfit gym! Brett does a fantastic job creating personal workout plans for each of his clients. Everyone is amazing, no egos to be seen for miles. Support a local gym instead of the big chains! Granite Barbell is where all the cool kids chill.
