I’m all too familiar with the battle of the bulge, however in Flint, at the corner of FM 2661 and Hwy 155, it’s more like the battle of the gyms. First the Trinity Clinic started expanding their facility, bringing in more physicians and the Ross Breast Center. Across the street the ETMC First Physicians Clinic stood like an old ruin. Then, naturally, the ETMC clinic started epanding as well. Over the course of several months, both health clinics grew from small, family practice operations, to huge health clinics offering a plethora of medical services, and also each boasted a brand new fitness facility.
The Trinity Mother Francis Health & Fitness facility was completed first, and they began advertising and giving out free week passes. I’d been meaning to check the facility out for awhile, since it was the closest gym to my house, but for the past several years my workouts have consisted only of outdoor running, so I never saw the need to pursue a gym membership. However, with the problems I have been experiencing with my knee lately, and the pounds I’ve gained as a result of not running or working out, I decided to take them up on their offer of a free week.
My first day at the gym I met a couple of staff members and was given a brief tour of the facility. Though on the small side, there was all the standard cardio equipment – bikes, elipticals, and treadmills, all the weight machines you’d ever need, a free weight station, and a studio for classes. They even have a three lane lap pool. I glanced over their class schedule and saw a pretty impressive offering, though I was never able to make it to one of their classes due to my busy schedule.
Overall, this gym has everything a gym should have. They even have no commitment memberships. I’d definitely consider joining in the future for two main reasons. Number one, the facility’s close proximity to my house, and number two, the people who work here are VERY nice. They will even get you started on a custom fitness routine when you join. I don’t know how well this gym measures up to others in Tyler, but I think it’s a great option for those living in the Flint/Noonday/Gresham area.
Trinity Mother Frances Health & Fitness Lake Palestine
20208 Hwy. 155 S.
Flint, TX 75762
(903) 531-5930
