I started going to LA Fitness a few years ago when they bought out Ballys. The only reason I keep going there is because I have a low rate locked in. I've been to 2 other locations in Pittsburgh (North Hills and East Liberty) and this is definitely my least favorite. The equipment is nice and they will validate your parking in the garages--I can't really think of anything else positive. The gym is packed with college age kids. I have no idea why they choose to pay $35 a month here instead of going to the free university gym. The first floor smells OK. Try to breathe through your mouth if you're on the 2nd floor in the summer. The locker rooms are pretty dirty and usually packed. If you're not comfortable around crowds definitely stay away in peak hours. LA Fitness corporate really pushes their sales people to keep their gyms at maximum capacity. They know how cheap Pittsburghers are so they will deal with it. I also would advise some noise-canceling headphones because the music (Katy Perry, Bruno Mars, etc.) is really loud. It's not a terrible place, but they do deserve all these bad reviews.