The LA Fitness gyms i've gone to have good machines, good space but
ZERO intensity-no noise from anyone, zero sweatin while lifting. Nothin happening, it's like a library. Might as well post signs to the effect that you've entered the no sweat, no noise, no work zone.Not tryin to give myself props but looking around between sets i seem to be it when it comes to hardcore. In fact it's obvious that anyone who sweats or makes the least bit of noise from exertion is immediately noticable, stands out.
Even guys with some development look like they just go thru the motions. Some sweat while doing cardio, but more typical is the dude doing cardio while on cell and/or reading a mag.

They don't comprehend that to make positive changes takes work, or they're unwilling to do it. Strictly going thru the motions in most cases.
I'll have to try the World and Gold's gyms, hopefully there will be some difference but i think it's a cultural thing. Yuppies don't like workin hard let alone being seen sweatin.