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From majestic views to miles of secluded trails, Salt Lake City has it all. But, with mountain weather comes the need for a great apartment gym.
Known for the type of natural beauty that goes beyond what words can describe, Salt Lake City has all of the outdoor amenities active people desire. But, what happens when the weather restricts your access to the great outdoors? Well, if you’re lucky, you retreat to one of the top 10 apartment gyms in the city.
Designed for heavy lifters, daily runners and everyone in between the apartment gyms that grace this list goes beyond the basics and provides residents with amenities that aren’t likely found at luxury home gyms or behind the doors of expensive monthly memberships.
Source: Rent. / Seven 02 Main
The fitness resources at Seven 02 Main are truly second to none in Salt Lake City. Setting the standard and topping this list, residents at this Ballpark Station gym enjoy a TRX/yoga studio, more flatscreens than they can count, a Smith machine for safe squatting and benching without a spotter and so much more.
With neon signage on the walls, racks of free weights ripe for lifting and a rowing machine, it’s a surprise that there’s room for more. That’s probably why the designer behind this beautiful fitness center decided to expand outside and added an outdoor bodyweight area with turf. Good luck finding that elsewhere.
Source: Rent. / Eagle Gate Apartments
The fitness center at Eagle Gate Apartments spans multiple rooms. With high ceilings, big windows and plenty of fans to keep the fresh air moving, this gym has it all. From barbells, to incline benches to a chest fly machine and more, there is no shortage of options when you walk through the Eagle Gate Apartments fitness center doors.
The fitness resources at this Downtown apartment don’t stop at the gym either. Eagle Gate Apartments also boasts an indoor pool and a dedicated spin and stretching room with Fitness On-Demand on the flatscreen TVs.
Source: Rent. / Meadowbrook Station
The 24-hour fitness center at Meadowbrook Station is for everyone. From the everyday treadmill joggers to the weekend weight lifters and all those in between, this well-rounded workout area provides residents with everything they need to enjoy an active lifestyle.
Beyond that, Meadowbrook Station also boasts one of the best outdoor basketball courts in Millcreek. This full-court setup provides a great opportunity for residents to get some cardio in while getting to know their neighbors. And if that wasn’t enough there’s also a playground that backs up to the court so the young ones can have fun outside without ever being out of view.
Source: Rent. / Seasons at Liberty Square
The gym at Seasons of Liberty Square has loads of light and the highest quality equipment. With plenty of free weights an adjustable bench and a multi-purpose machine with near-endless possibilities, this gym has what you need to fall in love with fitness. Not to mention the year-round hot tub, perfect for soaking away the soreness after a hard workout or a long week at work.
Located in the heart of Central City, Seasons at Liberty Square is just blocks from Liberty Park. As SLC’s second-largest public park, Liberty Park is one of the most popular outdoor running spots in all of Salt Lake City. It also boasts a large tennis center that supports leagues and other opportunities to get your cardio in.
Source: Rent. / The Vue at Sugarhouse Crossing
Treadmills, ellipticals, a super versatile multi-purpose machine, free weights and an adjustable bench are all available at The Vue at Sugarhouse Crossing fitness center. With a large flatscreen upfront and a mirrored wall off to the side, this is the perfect gym for fitness fanatics both new and old.
While cardio is the main attraction at this Sugar House apartment complex, there is more than enough equipment in-house to ensure you get a full-body workout whenever you want.
Source: Rent. / Moda Bonneville
Packed wall-to-wall with high-end exercise machinery including a rowing machine, chest fly machine, adjustable benches and an ab station, the fitness center at Moda Bonneville goes far beyond the basics. Long story short, this gym has what you need to fuel your passion for personal fitness and support your journey toward a more active life.
This well-equipped East Downtown fitness center also features a private spin room complete with wood flooring, high-end art on the walls and Fitness On-Demand on the flatscreen TV. Sounds like a good place to pedal the problems of the day away.
Source: Rent. / Eight20
Soaring ceilings, a black and white color scheme and top-tier weight-lifting equipment all combine to let you know that the gym, at Eight20 means business. As one of the better-equipped apartment gyms you’ll ever find, this iron jungle has a Smith machine, a bodyweight workout area and the most comprehensive selection of free weights your ever going to see in an apartment complex gym.
This active person’s paradise also boasts two tennis courts and is just a stone’s throw away from the pristine hiking at Mt. Olympus. Good luck finding better options for active living in Millcreek elsewhere. This is the perfect place for all heavy lifters and cardio junkies alike.
Source: Rent. / Elevate on 5th Apartments
Elevate on 5th Apartments has one of the larger apartment fitness center setups your ever going to find. With more than enough machines to accommodate the residents occupying the 239 units in this complex, waiting is seldom an issue. Boasting large multi-purpose equipment capable of facilitating bodyweight workouts and traditional lifting exercises, as well as a line of cardio machines with views of the great outdoors, this place is perfect for active people of all schools of thought.
The expansive fitness resources at this Central City apartment complex make every day feel like an adventure. Residents here also have access to a stretching and dance area with a barre and a full outdoor basketball court. Regardless of how you like to work out, there’s a place just for you at Elevate on 5th Apartments.
Source: Rent. / Ritz Classic
With a name like “Ritz Classic” expectations are high from the jump. Luckily, the fitness center at this luxury complex over-delivers, if anything. This South Lake City fitness center boasts almost as many cardio machines as the eye can see, adjustable benches to support a wide range of free weight workouts and window views from virtually the entirety of the complex.
Beyond all that, the Ritz Classic fitness center also has a separate yoga studio. This serene space is relaxing and inviting to all. Anchored by a large mirrored wall for form monitorization and adorned with a sizable flat-screen TV, this is a safe space for all to stretch out or make mindfulness a priority.
Source: Rent. / Royal Farms
Sleek and modern are the two words that come to mind when you see the beautifully designed fitness center at Royal Farms. With professional-grade ellipticals, stationary bikes and treadmills all available, there’s no excuse for not getting your heart rate going at least once a week if you’re lucky enough to call Royal Farms home. While cardio-focused, this fitness center also provides ample opportunity to get an upper body pump, as well.
Located south of Salt Lake City in Cottonwood West, this spacious complex also boasts a sand volleyball court and tennis courts. These areas act as pillars in the community and encourage Royal Farms residents to get to know each other in a more fun and active setting than an elevator run-in.
Stay in shape in Salt Lake City
With one of the most active populations in the country, it’s no mystery why many apartment complexes in SLC prioritize fitness center quality so highly. If you’re lucky enough to look for an apartment in Salt Lake City, there’s no better place for workout junkies to start their search than right here. Find you’re favorite fitness center setup and start filling out that application today.
Feature image source: Rent. / Eagle Gate Apartments
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