East Race Muscle

South Bend, 635 S Lafayette Blvd, South Bend, IN 46601 | β˜… 4.8 (66 Review)

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Founded in 2015, East Race Muscle is a unique athletic training facility, forged under the concepts of β€œcommunity”, and β€œstrong builds strong”.

The lion symbolizes strength, leadership, loyalty, family, and perseverance. These are pillars in which East Race Muscle has become the premier athletic training facility in the Midwest.
With coaching, and programming with some of the area’s strongest athletes, coupled with state-of-the-art equipment not found in traditional fitness centers, ERM provides an outlet to build the strongest version of yourself.
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Revolutionize your lifestyle. Be a lion.
β€œIf you want to be a lion, you must train with lions.” - Carlson Gracie

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Yuval Awazu

β˜… 5

Incredible gym that's set up for everything you need, with the soul of Olympic weightlifting (10 platforms), powerlifting, and crossfit. It's in the old Studebaker manufacturing facility which is so damn cool. The space has very tall ceilings with huge windows that lets in lots of natural light, two private shower rooms too. Good environment for men and women, you will find camaraderie if you look for it, but you will also be left alone if that's your jam. If you're offended by women working out in sports bras, a few guys without shirts on, the sound of barbells dropping on platforms, this is definitely not the place for you. I sought this place out because I'm an Olympic weightlifter, and although this place is 45 minutes from where I visit my family a couple times a year, I will be coming here every single time without hesitation. If I lived in the area, I would definitely get a membership and take advantage of the 24/7 key fob deal. The owner is super friendly and chill. The place is clearly his passion and it shows.

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Eppy's chop shop

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Marcos

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Anne Petersen

β˜… 5

Been to a lot of gyms, nothing ever like this one. There is a variety of high quality equipment, plentiful barbells, Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, crossfit equipment, and more. The vibe of the members and staff are like nowhere else.

Update because Google wants me to: East Race Muscle is still great!

Updating again for Google on 12/18/23 - East Race Muscle is still great!

3/11/24, updating because Google wants me to. The gym is still great, come join us!

5/11/24 - another update to satisfy Google. Still loving East Race!

11/23/24 - update: it's still great!

3/3/25 - still great!

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Justin Shive

β˜… 5

Only in town for just a night but was able to get an excellent workout at East Race Muscle. This is the perfect weight training, powerlifting, Olympic lifting, crossfit gym. Highly recommended!

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YiNkZZ Odofin

β˜… 5

Best gym I have EVER been to in my life. If you are an athlete e.g power lifter, Olympic lifter, hybrid athlete, strongman, you would LOVE it here! It has everything you need!! Micheal (owner) is great and has done a great job with this gym, if you need anything just chat with him and he’s open to listening! The community here is also awesome and everyone wants to see you win! Love it!! Come check it out and it’s open for 24hours!!

Plus if you need that old school rugged feel, then this is the right place for ya!

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Raymond Riddle

β˜… 5

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Theresa Kay

β˜… 1

If you value your safety, especially if you’re a woman, stay away.

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Just Jill

β˜… 1

Uncomfortable environment if you’re a female.

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Clint Miller

β˜… 5

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Will Allen

β˜… 5

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Nickolas Carpas

β˜… 5

Great gym for training in various strength sports with high end equipment and nice people.

I had the chance to stop by east race muscle recently for the first time and had a great experience. I'd recommend it to anyone that's interested in getting stronger.

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Anthony Nixon

β˜… 5

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sarah beth

β˜… 5

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Meg Esau

β˜… 5

The best powerlifting gym in the area. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, the atmosphere is unparalleled and the members are always willing to jump in for a spot or lend a helping hand.

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Nathaniel Arnold

β˜… 5

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Midwest Automotive Group

β˜… 5

Great place to get a good workout in. Very relaxed environment.

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Mikaela Feronia

β˜… 5

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Lam Nguyen-Bull

β˜… 5

Had the chance to drop in while I was in town for a hockey tournament and needed to maintain my training schedule for Masters Nationals. This is one of the coolest gyms I've ever been in. Super well-equipped, obviously (though I was glad I had my own trainer plates with me), but the best part was the atmosphere. Everybody was really welcoming without being intrusive. People come here to focus on getting stronger and better and encouraging those around them to do the same. I loved being a part of their community for a few days. And the space is just gorgeous. Not sure I'll ever get to train in such a monumental space ever again.

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Dante Molback

β˜… 5

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M. Sean Turner

β˜… 5

Great atmosphere and equipment. Best in town!

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Michael Madala

β˜… 5

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Julius Thorpe

β˜… 5

I go in at 3:30am 4 days during the week and it's great I have all the equipment i want for my workouts and the group of people here in the mornings are always friendly.
The owner is very available and makes sure you have everything you need to get your membership set up.

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Corbin Long

β˜… 5

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Richard Young

β˜… 5

Taylor and Nathan of East Race Muscle hosted the best USAW meet I’ve ever participated in in 6 years of competition. Their facility was clean, the equipment was pristine, and the event was meticulously organized. I wish I lived closer; I would join this gym.

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ShinDanielin

β˜… 5

I come here for Muay Thai Class and Coach Markell is amazing!

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Ryan Zapko

β˜… 4

Great gym with tons of potential. Huge building (under construction) and industrial feel with old school chalk provided. Not enough quality dumbells and a lack of cardio machines, but the number of squat racks, the boxing ring, and crossfit opportunities are plentiful. $10 walk-in fee was worth it, but be mindful that you'll need cash or an app to pay (no cards accepted)

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Marcus Hill

β˜… 5

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Dale Gibson

β˜… 5

One of the best gyms I've ever been to. They have EVERYTHING. Even a boxing/wrestling ring!

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Sam Singh

β˜… 5

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Brandon

β˜… 5

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Daniel Schroeder

β˜… 5

Greatest Gym in the area, very welcoming members and employees.

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Colin Maurer

β˜… 5

Great equipment & great people. The owner was very helpful in assisting me with day pass options.

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Juggernaut Prinxs

β˜… 5

This is the most amazing environment! Everyone is focused and working but really nice. Lots equipment to meet your goals. Featuring ghost monolift and competition bench, boxing ring, on site massage therapy, kilo and lbs plates, over 5 each bench, squat rack and deadlift platform. Also Olympic lifting and CrossFit. More than enough plates.

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AndrΓ©s PΓ©rez Corsini

β˜… 5

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Daniel Beach

β˜… 4

If you're used to the purple gym this isn't the place for you. It's loud, people actually talk to each other and it's a little rough around the edges. The atmosphere is great though and it's full of people that just want to get better. They have a good range of equipment and even a ring to practice boxing or mma in. Also offers professional wrestling classes. Reminds me a lot of some of the older boxing/martial arts gyms I've trained in over the years.

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Daniel Hwang

β˜… 5

Amazing gym if you’re into powerlifting or weightlifting

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Grant Carlile

β˜… 5

Awesome place!

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110 Percent

β˜… 5

I travel across the country to various gyms for my company… training at East Race Muscle makes me wish I lived in Indiana. Quality equipment, one of a kind owner and employees and most importantly, the environment is truly special. If you live in the area and need a gym look no further.

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Alyssa

β˜… 5

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Alel Natal

β˜… 4

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Jay Scott

β˜… 5

The perfect solution for people looking for a real old school gym. Has a boxing ring too. What better way to relieve stress and anxiety that to push weight and get a punch in the face. Everybody needs a good hardvpunch in face. It builds character.

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Randy Pitts

β˜… 5

Very nice gym. Owner was super cool, great atmosphere, loud music. A perfect powerlifting gym. It Has anything you could need.

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Carlos Castellanos

β˜… 4

Crazy cool gym, rare environment! Got in for free and loved the people and equipment! 4.5

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G M

β˜… 5

For Mother's Day my son gifted me a massage with Robin. She was very professional and the massage was the best I have ever had and trust me I am a kept woman lol. I will be going back real soon!

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Uriah Schelstraete

β˜… 5

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Dalton Beggs

β˜… 5

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Anthony Murray

β˜… 5

Great gym with professional trainers, knowledgeable and helpful members. New equipment and upgrades in past year and recent.

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C.J. Kroner

β˜… 5

My gf & I came up from TN, we're frequent gym goers. On our way to Indiana we called the gym, the owner; Michael was more than helpful, actually hospitable & invited us to come use his facility. The next day we gave Michael a call & he immediately texted me with an access # to instantly gain access. The gym is HUGE! & has everything that you could ever want. Everything was clean & well maintained. No mask, no problem. If you're a serious power lifter, bodybuilder, or an athlete training for a specific purpose, this gym is perfect!

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Luke Ruble

β˜… 5

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Ayden Doyle

β˜… 5

Incredible gym for athletes

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KING R

β˜… 5

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Jeff Simpson

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Tieal Obrien

β˜… 5

The owner is completely dedicated to his athletes. I’m so impressed.

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kyle miller

β˜… 5

Great gym. Perfect for people serious about power lifting, strongman, Olympic lifting, or just lifting in general.

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Brandon Pieper

β˜… 5

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Chase Bair

β˜… 5

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Carlos Torres

β˜… 5

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Alejandro Cortes

β˜… 5

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Megan vermilyer

β˜… 5

Powerlifting and strongman gym! Only gym around with this equipment

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Odd Arne Fagerli

β˜… 5

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Maye Williams

β˜… 5

Best place in the area to go to for powerlifting and strength training

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Lindsey Stanley

β˜… 5

Such a great place full of supportive people!

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Ahmad Al Khalil

β˜… 5

Swole is so the goal

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Andrew Cary

β˜… 5

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Jack Wilkinson

β˜… 5

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