Fit & Fixed

Black Rocks

In addition to expansive hiking trails and beautiful views of northern Michigan, Black Rocks is known as one of the most popular cliff diving spots. If you’re daring enough, jump off of the rocks over 15 feet down into chilly Lake Superior.

Point Abbaye’

Walk to this remote spot on a few miles of trails and reach the lookout point of Point Abbeye’. After taking in the beauty of our great state, you can take the trail back, or for the more adventurous, the shoreline. Walk along the rock cliffs and great pines for a daring hike and probably a few beautiful pictures.

Ocqueoc Falls

Ocqueoc Falls is the largest waterfall in the Lower Peninsula and also one of the only accessible ones. Go for a hike on the six miles of trails and then cool off by taking a dip in the falls.

Miners Falls

This waterfall in northern Michigan is beautiful to look at but the real adventure is climbing down to stand in it. Climb down the steep hill from the overlook to stand on the rocks only feet away from the falling cascade.

Turnip Rock, Port Austin

A 7 mile out-and-back kayak trip on Lake Huron takes visitors straight to this natural anomaly. As topsy-turvy as it may appear, we promise the stunning fixture won’t come crashing down on you.

Best Gyms in Michigan (Part 10)
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4 Ever Fitness 24, Iron Mountain, MI

One of perhaps the best-kept secrets in Iron Mountain is the 4 Ever Fitness 24 location, a gym that kicks off with a quote from Edward Stanley, who noted "Those who think they have not time for bodily exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness." With a philosophy like that leading in, you can tell that the place clearly has an attitude that pushes success above all else, however the individual user defines success. That's a pretty good attitude, and when you couple that to the array of services and equipment the place has, that makes it a winner among winners.

Best Gyms in Michigan (Part 9)
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Six Degree Burn Fitness, Troy, MI

Head on out to Troy for an encounter with some hot, hot fitness at Six Degree Burn Fitness. Featuring not only kickboxing, but also indoor cycling and a slate of fitness classes including Yaw Yan martial arts and a set of corporate wellness programs, Six Degree Burn Fitness works to make fitness happen one way or another. The risk of getting bored with a setup like this seems fairly low, and that's good news for anyone who wants to keep active.

Best Gyms in Michigan (Part 8)
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Pulse Fitness, Royal Oak, Detroit, MI

Winner of the “Best Gym” in the Detroit CityVoter rankings, Pulse Fitness goes big in just about every facet of gym operations. Between the array of cardio and strength training devices, and the personal trainers and attention individual guests receive, it's obvious that Pulse Fitness in Royal Oak (and two locations in Detroit) wants to help people improve physical fitness, and are offering just about everything under the sun to make it happen.

Best Gyms in Michigan (Part 7)

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7. Michigan Top Team, Dearborn, MI

Out in Dearborn, there's a gym that's a bit of a specialty shop. Where before, we saw a gym devoted to gymnastics and cheerleading, the Michigan Top Team gym has a bit more of a martial bent. Founded by Daron "The Detroit Superstar" Cruickshank, a professional mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter, in 2013, the gym he founded focuses on MMA training and coaching alongside general fitness, making it a versatile choice for anyone looking to buff up, strengthen up, or toughen up in general.

Best Gyms in Michigan (Part 6)

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6. Aerials Gym, Grand Rapids, MI

In Grand Rapids, there's something of a special gym afoot known as Aerials Gym. Aerials focuses mainly on gymnastics and gymnastics-related activities. A variety of courses are on hand from cheerleading to urban ninja tumbling and pretty much everything in between. There's plenty else in between, though, so be sure to check out Aerials.

Best Gyms in Michigan (Part 5)

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5. Old Town Gym, Bay City, Essexville, MI

The Old Town Gym has perhaps one important feature going for it above many of its competitors: It boasts two locations. You'll find an Old Town Gym in both Bay City and in Essexville, which is basically “Bay City East.” Once you get to either location, you'll have access to the fullest range of equipment, a week's free trial, and even childcare options to allow you to exercise with peace of mind, knowing that the children are safe.