I've been working out here since Saturday and my rating of Lifetime is still a 5/5.
I usually try to avoid the busy times at the Y but there are plenty of equipment and machines to use during the busy times here. The gym is quite large so everyone is spread out so it never looks crowded.
The staff at the front desk are friendly and will always greet you by name and wish you a good workout session.
I spend about 30 mins in their awesome change rooms. It has been kept clean through out all my visits. The staff are always there cleaning and maintaining the change rooms. Lifetime also sent out an email to all their members telling them to cover up with a towel when using the sink/counters. This is a VERY good plus because no one wants to see naked people walking around. If you go to the Y you'll see plenty of people in their prime...sometimes right when you walk in.
So what's in this fascinating change room you speak of? The granite countertops are supplied with q-tips, cotton balls, mouth wash, hairspray, deodorant, disposable razors, body lotion, and plenty of hair dryers. You don't even need to bring a towel when you shower because they have many here for you. There's also a lounge (with a pretty big plasma TV), whirlpool, and plenty of showers for you to use.