Is Fit Curves a good option for women who are just starting out with fitness?

Honestly, I wouldn't say it's the best fit for beginners. The workouts can be a bit intense, and the staff isn't always super knowledgeable about the latest fitness trends.

How does the personalized fitness program work?

When you sign up for the free trial, you'll get a consultation with one of the trainers who will help you create a customized workout plan. It's a nice touch, but I found it to be a bit hit-or-miss.

Are the classes small and intimate?

Nope - the evening classes can get pretty crowded, which makes it hard to get a good workout.

What's the deal with the free trial?

When you sign up for the free trial, you'll get a week of unlimited classes, plus a free consultation with one of the trainers and a personalized fitness program.

Can I bring a friend to the club?

Yes - the club has a 'bring a friend' policy, which is super cool.

How much does it cost to join Fit Curves?

The prices vary depending on the package you choose, but expect to pay around $100-200 per month.

What's the deal with the trainers?

Some of the trainers are super knowledgeable and enthusiastic, while others seem a bit clueless. It's a bit hit-or-miss, to be honest.

Can I cancel my membership at any time?

Yes - the club has a pretty flexible cancellation policy, which is nice.

What's the return policy like?

The club has a pretty flexible return policy, which is nice.

Fit Curves Review: Is it Worth the Hype?

Hello fellow fitness enthusiasts!

I wanted to share my experience with a female-only fitness club in Kiev called Fit Curves (Lavoberezhna metro), which promised a 30-minute workout that would get me in shape.

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So, let's start from the beginning. I'll tell you how I ended up here, and how I was actually convinced to join.

I was walking to the metro on a lovely winter day when I was stopped by a woman (who turned out to be a trainer) saying: 'We're inviting you to our amazing fitness club, just for women, no mirrors, effective workout in just 30 minutes!' And to make it even sweeter, they were offering a free one-week trial + body measurements and personalized fitness program. Plus, you could bring a friend along! How could I resist?

I joined the next day, as I had plenty of free time since I'd just finished college, was studying online, and didn't have a job yet.

At first, I liked the club's manager and admin, who complimented me on my appearance (I was trying to get in shape, lose some weight, and tone up).

Another thing I liked was the trainer who approached me on the street. She paid me a lot of attention during our first sessions, explaining everything clearly, and even took my measurements.

To be honest, the trainers there are very friendly and approachable (even if I'm not sure about their level of expertise in sports – they seemed to have different opinions on how to use the equipment, for example).

I have to say, the music in the gym was super modern, and the cheesy male voice occasionally giving compliments like 'you're glamorous, you're kind, you're doing great...' really caught me off guard. I found it kinda funny and a bit ridiculous! What's with the 'kind' and 'glamorous' stuff, anyway? It's a pretty weird idea.

Another thing that struck me as strange was that each machine only gets 30 seconds of use. That's it!

But the trainer was really pushing for me to see it as an intense workout, saying that 30 minutes would be plenty of time...

At first glance, I was really into this gym!

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Now, about the actual workout.

The whole session is a mix of strength training (machines), cardio (steps), and stretching at the end. Oh, and at the end of each session, they try to push this protein shake on you (which I replaced with a low-fat kefir smoothie with banana and cinnamon - it's just as good and way cheaper).

You show up and see the machines (stations) arranged in a circle, with steps in between each one.

Each station gets 30 seconds. No sooner do you sit down than it's time to get up and move on. It's especially tough when there's some chunky woman in front of you who can't seem to get out of the way!

After each machine, when the female voice tells you to switch to the next station (sometimes I didn't even hear her over the loud music), you head over to the steps and do the exercise the trainer showed you - another 30 seconds.

You have to get through three rounds.

Oh, and I almost forgot to mention: during the workout, the female voice interrupts you every now and then (about three times per session) to tell you to stop and check your pulse. You stand there for 10 seconds and take your pulse, and if it's higher than your normal rate (which the trainer sets at the start of the session), you're supposed to ease up... but where's the point in that, right?

I won't go into detail about each machine - if you're interested, check out their website - but I will say that most of them are for arm exercises (but I came here to work on my core and legs, not my arms!).

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I have to say, after completing about 3 rounds (that's around 24-26 minutes), you're forced to switch to a super gentle stretching session that allegedly helps prevent soreness, which, let's be real, is a given, but more on that later!

You're only supposed to follow the exercises demonstrated in the pictures, while others are strongly discouraged.

I want to share with you that what they call stretching is actually just a bunch of random movements: I tried pulling my arms up, sideways, and bending one knee after the other... Although, I guess it's suitable for seniors, given their limitations.

Now, let's talk about the prices...

The club offers various subscription plans: a student discount, a senior's package, a six-month, and a yearly subscription... BUT NO MONTHLY OPTION!!! It's all a clever ploy to scare off the price-conscious customers. And if you realize your mistake after a month of classes, you're stuck with no way out, and your money is gone for good... The most cost-effective option, of course, is the yearly subscription, which works out to around 100-something hryvnias per month if you split the total cost over 12 months. Essentially, you're buying a subscription, paying for a few months upfront, and hoping nothing goes wrong during that time, so you can enjoy your classes without wasting your money! Otherwise, it's a total waste...

I'm not a student, but I still managed to get sold a 'Student' subscription (4 months) and got this club card for free, which I need to scan at the beginning of each session.

And let's talk about the payment process...

I initially saw a price list with one set of prices, but when I went to pay, the contract had an entirely different price, almost 100 hryvnias more!!!

They explained this bizarre price hike as a result of the crisis (yeah, right)

And then, a few days later, they came up with a promotion 'old prices for new customers'

I've got to say, I was pretty shocked by the whole experience. I tried to figure out why I was paying more, and the response I got was that they hadn't even launched the promotion yet, and since the contract was already in place, they couldn't refund my money...

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FINALLY, MY TAKEAWAYS, RESULTS, TIPS, AND THE REST

Okay, so what can I say? I think you've already made up your mind after reading all the above, but I'll share my thoughts anyway...

After the first few days of training, the coach was asking me almost daily if I had any muscle soreness. And I was like, no way, I'm a 20-year-old who hasn't done any serious exercise since college, let alone in 16 years!

I have to admit, I had way more muscle soreness after doing bodyweight exercises at home a year ago... and that was free, by the way!

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Every month, the club takes measurements. So, after 1.5 months of training, I finally got my measurements done (which I had been asking for a week, but everyone was busy), and guess what? My weight had actually increased...

Nothing else changed, and to be honest, after three months of training, nothing changed at all.

But the fourth month was a disaster - I stopped going due to some family issues, and no one even bothered to check in with me. This place doesn't care about their clients!

I've made up my mind - this gym is all about luring in as many people as possible, taking their money, and then forgetting about them.

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In short, this gym is a total waste of time and money. You might get a slight toning effect, but for the price, you can get the same results at home for free.

This type of workout, like Fit Curve, is perfect for older women who can't handle high-intensity strength training.

But for us younger folks, we need something way more intense, powerful, and challenging. Something that'll leave us gasping for air when we leave the gym, not walking out feeling energized. That's when you'll see real results!

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And honestly, I'd like to speak to the girls with the 'good' extra weight they gain visiting Fit Kevs, thinking they're losing weight: girls, don't fool yourselves, this isn't going to help you, go to the normal room with the tough trainer who'll push you for at least 1.5 hours, eat a handful of almonds without oil, veggies and fruits and it'll all get tough It's sad and pathetic to watch you guys at Fit Kevs...

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Thanks for reading :-3

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