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PFP Strong offers strength training for all ability levels. Read how our program works and get started today!

Don’t let the name intimidate you. PFP Strong is a class for every ability level. Along with our Endurance class, Strong is our main group exercise offering. If you’re looking to get stronger at your basic barbell movements, learn basic barbell movements, or simply just enjoy a good workout then Strong is for you! …

Per Governor Wolf's order, we will be closed 12/12/20 through 1/4/21. See how we can meet your fitness needs during the shutdown.

Dear Members: It’s been a busy week! Sadly, this post is about Governor Wolf’s Covid-19 pandemic closure order that gyms must suspend operations starting Saturday, 12/12/20 through Monday, 1/4/21 as Covid-19 cases continue to spike. As always, we’ll still be here during the shutdown to help meet your fitness needs. We’ll be surveying our…

“More Than a Feeling” Hopefully, you clicked on this blog thinking it was about the Boston Song. It’s not although I do want to talk about a feeling. Actually, two feelings now that I’m thinking about it, and the example I want to use is running. If you asked me how I feel about running,…

Youth Sports Performance The Pittsburgh Fitness Project is introducing a brand new set of classes catered to youth athletes, our Youth Sports Performance Program. Participants will develop a base of strength, speed, power, and conditioning while learning the proper mechanics in a safe and effective way. Why do Youth Athletes need Sports Performance…

We’re happy to announce that our members and valued Class Pass visitors are now able to work out together as if we were in the gym for a normal class through Zoom. In order to sign in to the class you will need to do the following:

As many of you have heard, the governor of PA, Tom Wolf, mandated that all non-essential businesses close due to the Covid-19 pandemic as of 3/19/20. We had already voluntarily closed as of Monday, 3/16/20. The order is in place until further notice. It may last several weeks or months.

All non-essential businesses in Allegheny County have been asked to close for 14 days to prevent further spread of the Covid-19 virus.

Dear Members. As we indicated last night, all non-essential businesses in Allegheny County have been asked to voluntarily close down for 14 days in order to prevent further spread of the Covid-19 virus. We feel obligated to follow this request.

Let's revisit those New Year's Resolutions with RD, Matt Mrazik and discover an unstuffed cabbage bowl recipe along the way!

So, here we are . . . 2020! And well into the new year, I might add. March Madness and St. Patrick’s Day are both just around the corner! Picking up on things since our last article, I hope that the reflection, mindful habits exercises, and healthy eating priorities were of some value. Now, let’s…

2 Easy (and Cheap) Ways to Detox this Winter By Sandor Koppanyi, PFP trainer It’s that time of year again. You’ve eaten so much rich food throughout the holidays, and you’re ready to get back on track. We are all guilty of overeating, drinking, and being completely out of routine (including myself). I personally…

What I eat before my workouts. Before I get into any major specifics, what I am about to tell you has come from years of trial and error as well as experience. There were times where I ate some things that I told myself I would never again before a workout. That’s because I noticed a major decrease in…

Pittsburgh Fitness Project

5.0

Based on 40 reviews

Erica Stevens

2020-02-26T23:43:59+0000

During college, I had a great support network of friends to go lifting and have fun with. All of those friends... graduated and left me with no motivation to go the gym, something that used to be a very fulfilling activity for me. I tried joining a mass gym with the cheapest membership, but it didn't provide any sense of community, a very important aspect for me. In PFP Barbell, I have once again found that group of supporters and friends that make me WANT to go to the gym again. The space is welcoming, the people are fun, the coaches are knowledgeable, and the workouts are tough. The space for open gym has everything I've ever wanted for a workout even though it's small compared to a mass gym. Also, the classes look great, with very encouraging and personable instructors (I've never taken a class but have seen them during Barbell practices). 100% recommend. Make some friends. Get that "want to go to the gym" feeling. Experience this space where it's safe to be yourself, where everyone's there to work hard and have some fun at the same time.read more

Ashley Calvimontes

2019-09-09T14:08:32+0000

Nice clean space, friendly staff; I went for the first time with Jake today for personal training. He explained all the... exercises we were going to do, and demonstrated them for me. He also explained what muscles we were working and what form I should be having!read more

Jillian Barnet

2018-10-21T14:01:17+0000

Love this place! Friendly, knowledgeable trainers who take you through tough workouts while monitoring you carefully so... you don’t hurt yourself.read more

Martin Brembly

2018-09-10T21:10:26+0000

The gym was really great good weight equipment lots of space good place to workout

Amanda Thompson

2017-12-07T01:09:29+0000

Where to start? This place is perfect- clean, spacious, and welcoming. The trainers are amazing- knowledgeable,... helpful, and friendly. The small, structured classes are, as I quickly learned, exactly what I needed to be motivated and push myself harder and more consistently than I ever could have imagined. I have been wasting money for half my lifetime “donating” to gym memberships and dreading every second spent “exercising” with no results. PFP provides a free personal assessment, a free first class, and several affordable options to get started. I’ve never felt more comfortable, motivated, and confident, and I encourage anyone at any fitness level to give it a try. You won’t regret it.read more

Kitty Julian

2017-09-13T12:11:20+0000

I love this gym. The trainers are extremely knowledgeable and the classes are fun and challenging. Because classes are... small, there instructors take a lot of time, particularly in weightlifting classes, explaining proper form and keeping an eye on everyone. This is huge: I've spent a lot of time winging it on weightlifting machines and having no idea if I was doing the right things.read more

Terri Lelinski Duer

2017-08-11T23:27:31+0000

Rachel Grecco

2017-06-30T23:24:18+0000

One of the best gyms in Pittsburgh! Has awesome classes, equipment, and instructors! Truly a fun workout that pushes... you.read more

Megan Gialluco

2017-06-23T16:18:58+0000

Sophia Berman Ogiso

2017-06-05T22:53:26+0000

James McAdams

2017-05-25T01:22:03+0000

Matt Tobin

2017-05-24T22:59:48+0000

Full disclosure: I have a gym membership at Gold's and I never thought I'd be into going to a gym that offers a variety... of classes like PFP does. I was wrong! I think a lot guys think the way I did before I attended classes at PFP. I still have my regular gym membership, but I thoroughly enjoy attending classes at PFP to switch up my routine. Tom and the rest of the staff are engaging, friendly, welcoming and really care about pushing you to maximize results. I've really enjoyed the strength and circuit trainings that we've done. Kettlebell swings, sled pushing, pull-ups, bear crawls, deadlifts, abs, and more in a circuit training style will really get you shredded in a hurry! I recommend going with a friend to your first class to give it a trial run. You most likely will be back after your first class! If you're worried bout pricing, there are some very affordable groupons available.read more

leslie vincent

2017-05-24T20:25:44+0000

I've been working out with Tom at PFP for 45 minute training sessions, two to three times a week for a few weeks now... and couldn't be happier with the investment. As a nurse who's only 30, I was already feeling the chronic pain of bad body mechanics and general weakness. I'm feeling stronger everyday and am looking forward to being a healthier woman! I have to take care of myself in order to care for others! So, seriously, thanks so much Tom/PFP. Please everyone stop in! Get started! �read more

Melissa Eller Brown

2017-05-04T16:47:34+0000

I have tried many different gyms and workouts over the years, and until I started working out at Pittsburgh Fitness... Project, I never thought I would enjoy working out. I've been at PFP for over a year now, and that is the longest stretch of time I've ever committed to physical fitness. PFP is a welcoming, nonjudgemental, encouraging environment for people at all levels of fitness, and I highly recommend giving them a try.read more

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PFP Strong

Covid-19 Pandemic Closure

“More Than a Feeling”

Youth Sports Performance is Here at PFP

PFP is on Zoom!

A Covid-19 Update: 3/23/2020

An Update from PFP: Covid-19 Virus

March Madness – Revisiting Resolutions

Do That Winter Detox!

What I Eat Before My Workouts