🏋️ Official Rankings
10 Best Gyms in Ames, IA (September 2026)
We compared 10 gyms serving Ames and Story County, Iowa, and ranked the top providers by verified reviews, ratings, and local reputation — 1,138 customer reviews in all.
The 10 listed below hold an average rating of 4.9 out of 5, led by Fitness Sports - Running & Walking Shoe Store. Updated for September 2026.
- Gyms ranked
- 10
- Average rating
- 4.9★
- Reviews analyzed
- 1,138
- Area code
- 515
#1
Fitness Sports - Running & Walking Shoe Store
⭐ 5.0 · 412 reviews
410 5th St, Ames, IA 50010
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MiHealth and Fitness, LLC
⭐ 5.0 · 21 reviews
2801 Grand Ave Suite 1090, Ames, IA 50010
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Catalyst Gym & Clinic
⭐ 5.0 · 15 reviews
725 24th St Ste 103-104, Ames, IA 50010
#9
State Gym
⭐ 4.6 · 283 reviews
State Gymnasium, 2642 Union Dr, Ames, IA 50011
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Lied Recreation Athletic Center
⭐ 4.6 · 194 reviews
518 Beach Rd, Ames, IA 50011
Gyms listed here serve Ames, Story County, and nearby ZIP codes including 50010, 50011, 50012, 50013, 50014.