Seattle is the northernmost city in the USA, found on the border with Canada, less than one hour’s drive from Vancouver. It is the state capital of Washington, and is also the state’s largest city. Seattle is also a major sea port, the fourth busiest in the US, and is seen as an important gateway for trade to Asia. The city has grown in popularity in recent years, due to its high quality of life, which has resulted in having the highest growth rate of all major cities in the country, at 3.1%. The Seattle skyline is particularly famous, with the Space Needle dominating the skyscrapers of the city’s business district, with Mount Rainier in the background. Seattle’s population is progressive and diverse, with the 6th largest LGBT population in America.

Fitness in Seattle

Seattle is experiencing the same boom in popularity of fitness as much of the rest of America. A growing population – and a young one – had led to increased gym membership rates and the development of new gyms in Seattle. The city is particularly known for alternative exercise regimes carried out within, although the majority of gyms in Seattle are conventional. The city’s growing number of tourists has led to Seattle orienting its fitness facilities towards visitors more and more, with many more centers offering flexible access through gym day or guest passes.