I just joined a gym for the first time in 100 years.
It's called CRUNCH, on 38th and Broadway. I've gotta tell you, it's SO much better than my experiences at other gyms, especially Bally's, which was such an overcrowded zoo that after only one workout, I never even went back.
The staff is way cool, and extremely knowledgeable and helpful. The place has got EVERYTHING... every class you could think of, free-weights, machines, yoga, aerobics, spinning, hundreds of bikes and treadmills, a Finnish sauna, a great protein shake bar, superb personal trainers and physical therapists, even a regulation boxing ring so you can beat up on your best friend! The place is so tricked-out and pleasant to exercise in that I can't recommend it highly enough.
If you live in the neighborhood and are looking for a fantastic workout experience, just ask for 'Mike Hovel,' and tell him I sent you. You'll get a one-week free tryout. This place is slammin.'