Charlotte Strength

Charlotte Strength is the gym on Anderson Street in east Charlotte, holding a perfect public rating. The program is unusually broad, covering Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, strength training at every level, Hyrox classes, sports performance and personal training. Members get 24 hour access. Longtime members point to the community instead of the equipment when asked what makes it work, and they describe a room that is not intimidating for beginners despite the serious lifting going on inside it. Drop ins are straightforward, which is rare for a gym this specialized.

What to know

• Coaches correct form even on a drop in visit from a traveler.
• Drop ins are straightforward, which is rare for a gym this specialized.
• Brie Hernandez and Chris are named for coaching quality.
• The Hyrox classes have their own following.