Where to work out in central DC?

[Anonymous]

I'm looking for a good place to work out in central DC - Columbia Heights area. Needs are good gym equipment (elliptical trainers, stairmasters, recumbent bikes, weights, etc.), showers (can you believe the Curves near me doesn't have showers?), and a childcare room for my 18 month old while I work out.

Please help! I miss the gym!

[Anonymous]

Try the Washington Sports Club in Columbia Heights. It's a nice club, and I believe they have child care.

[Anonymous]

I haven't been to the one in Columbia Heights, but used to have a Washington Sports Club membership (mine was at Gallery Place) and can't recommend them highly enough! My branch of that gym was well-maintained, with plenty of equipment, friendly staff and towel service, and it wasn't ridiculously crowded. I always brought my own towels in part because it was more environmentally sound and partly because a couple times they were out of bath towels! (plus their towels were scratchy and small.) Great chain, though. Good luck!

[Anonymous]

Thanks - I will give them a call.