GNC

This is truly the worst GNC ever. Avoid going here at all costs.
The store is always empty and poorly lit. The staff is completely inept. Not only do they not know their own products, but they can barely speak English. The only times I go into the store is when I am desperate for a supplement and don’t have time to order it online.
Here’s the biggest problem: the staff FOLLOWS you around the store as if you’re some kind of adolescent delinquent. I felt so uncomfortable the entire time, and I had to stop myself from yelling at them. Every time I walked to another part of the store, someone would follow me and just stand behind me, not close enough to read over my shoulders, but close enough to let me know that I was being closely observed. They never asked if I needed help, they just wanted to lurk. Talk about AWKWARD. They have the worst customer service I’ve ever experienced.

Worst GNC EVER! Sales person had me swipe my card 5 times before admitting the machine rarely works. Then asked if I was in hurry while trying to fix. Then asked me to go to cash machine because she couldn’t get it working. After purchase, and 15 minutes making simple purchase she asks if I want free samples but offers no bag. Considering they rarely have what you really want from a GNC, and never helpful in finding it even if they do, why bother. Avoid avoid avoid. The one in the Castro (on Market) is way more helpful, has a much more diverse selection, and their stuff works.

As a former bodybuilder, I used to go to vitamin stores i.e. GNC for my needed powder shakes/​drinks and other vitamins and supplements. Since I tore my left rotator cuff, my second hobby as a bodybuilder has died. Thus, I became lazy and started Unilocaling.
When I was a hardcore weightlifter, I used to buy one particular protein shake from GNC and from many smaller and independent vitamin stores. Unfortunately, that company that makes that particular shakes is no longer in business. That is too bad, because the shake was tasty after cardio and weight training.
Within the last 2.5 years with some of my admirers know and seen the changed in me, I started running again and love it. After my run, I usually eat corrupt craps and bad food after my run. A super burrito is one of many bad stuff I’ve been eating after my run.
Until earlier in the year, one of my friends told me to try GNC’s Total Lean Shakes as one of my meal replacement shakes after my run and a substitution as one of my meals. One sip of the protein drink I was amazed on how filling the shake was. The filling shake is equivalent filling-​wise to an In & Out «Animal-​Style» Double-​Double Burger– except without the grease and unhealthy ingredients, but equal amount of protein. After one cup of the shake, I’m full for the next several hours.
The Total Lean Powdered Shake has six different flavors and I had 3 of the six. This week I bought the Swiss Chocolate fudge (for the second time) and Cookies and Cream (pretty good too). But the Vanilla flavor has little flavor. The ingredients of the shakes are clean with little soy and no aspartame or artificial flavorings. Just add two scoops in your shaker bottle with milk or water. You won’t get that gritty aftertaste in many of the other shakes.
Right now, all GNC stores (including my latest visit at this location) are promoting the powdered shakes for buying one and get the second jar at half off. The Gold Card is not required for the purchase. For a total of $ 50.00, the two jars of meal replacement shakes is a definite healthy money saver.
This GNC location is in the mall. And the staff is friendly. At least, this location have my product (s) is all that matters.
From the recent YEE, many of my friends have noticed the new slimmer me. Now you know my secrets; exercise and a good meal-​replacement shake.

I have been to various GNC’s in the city and this is by far the worst one. The only person working there when I went in was unknowledgeable and barely spoke English. I generally knew I wanted but I was totally unable to have any questions answered by the person working there. I would recommend not stepping foot into this store and going to any of the other stores in the city.

Double U. Tee. Eff.
So we went to the Safeway in the same plaza/​area and Walgreens and noticed all these [Asian] tourists. Didn’t think much of it. It’s SF by the pier. Expected.
We decided to come here to get a bunch of things for my boyfriend. We were told we couldn’t shop there for the next… God knows how long. There was a boat load of people. Who in the fuck were they? Did I even give a damn? Hell no. I just wanted to get what we needed and leave. That really rubbed me the wrong way. I will never be back to this GNC ever again. Hopefully, no one I know will either.
You deserve NEGATIVE stars. Had I driven all the way here JUST to shop at this store and to be turned away, I would have thrown a real bitch fit. Turned away locals for some quick foreign exchange action. Pffft.

It’s small and only had one worker but we were able to get what we needed.

Sadly this is the only GNC located near my favorite 24 hour fitness gym. After several more visits than the one that had me write my first review. I see them improving a bit.
The lady there with the neck long hair still makes mistakes here and there. As in a single energy drink purchase for some reason will take 5 minutes.
All the other workers there seem ok. Another thing I’ve heard the man with glasses give some «ok» advice so maybe they are doing some research.
I wanted to be fair so figured I’d give an update.

I think that there are some pretty dangerous supplements at GNC, and it’s really helpful when the only person behind the counter is knowledgeable about questionable products. I was looking into a very popular supplement and had a bunch of questions for the lady behind the counter — she did not understand me and I didn’t understand her. I spelled out the name of the product in question, a best seller, and she still did not know what I was talking about. I just left and took it as a sign… I won’t go back to this store unless I know what I’m buying.

if you know exactly what you need… great. If you want knowledgeable assistance and informative answers… your in the wrong place! the employees have absolutely no idea about the subject of nutrition and vitamins