So now that LA fitness took over Bally's there is no cheap gym chain across from work. Well I…read morestarted using the gym at the office and couldn't be happier. It is an annex of the YMCA. I am not sure if it is open to the public or just employees of the Zurich Towers. But after a couple weeks I wish I joined earlier. They have all the weights I need (including up to 100# dumbells). Plus good cardio and free towels.

I was back in my hometown visiting Schaumburg and went to my usual workout spot nearby, F45. While…read moreI was there, I noticed Club Pilates in the same shopping center and decided to check it out for something different. Right when I walked in, I was greeted warmly by the front desk staff, which immediately made the studio feel welcoming. What stood out even more was that the instructor who was teaching that day came over and introduced herself before class when she overheard it was my first time there. That personal touch made a great first impression and helped me feel comfortable going into the class. The class itself was definitely challenging, but in a different way than what I'm used to. I normally do F45 and Solidcore, which tend to be higher energy and faster paced. Club Pilates felt more controlled and low-impact, but it still worked muscles in a really effective way. It was a great change of pace and a good reminder that slower, more intentional movements can still deliver a tough workout. Keep in mind that these classes fill up well in advance so you need to sign up. As a new visitor I was fortunate that a random spot opened up, but it seems the classes are always packed. Overall, it was a really positive experience. The studio was welcoming, the instructor was thoughtful and engaging, and the workout was both challenging and refreshing. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm visiting Schaumburg!

Classes are always full. People book well in advance and especially as a new member you're rarely…read moreable to use your membership.

After using OsteoStrong's BioDensity machines once a week, 10 minutes at a time, for a year, I went…read morefrom having "extreme osteoporosis" in my spine to mild osteopenia. No drugs required! The other measurement was in my hip area. It dramatically improved too. My hip score went from minus 3.4 to minus 2.9, a big improvement. I asked an M.D. whether my improvement could mean that the first test was faulty and he said no. It was the OsteoStrong machines that account for the improvement. Not only does it only take 10 minutes of your time, but the trainers are all incredibly nice. It's fun to go there! And you don't even need gym clothes. The machines look like the kind you'd see in a gym, but they create much more impact on your bones, triggering the kind of bone growth that professional football players or Olympic gymnasts get when they pound the surface. It would be impossible for the average person to do enough exercise to trigger this kind of bone growth on their own.

So far so good! I feel stronger. Jeremy's encouragement has been a big help too. Excellent! I…read morelook forward to my session each week.

Love this place!! Just opened recently. No need to make reservation to workout! I love the fact…read morethat their training is 30 minutes. Trainers are awesome, and pushing me to work out harder which I love! Place is spacious and always clean.

I think the services provided are fine, but use caution when you sign their contract. There is a 30…read moreday cancellation policy, but this does *not* include the first month. So, it's practically two months. In my case I had conflicts and extended travel that quickly changed my ability to attend. I went a total of five times and cancelled and the total bill was $594. They refused to allow any credit for my circumstances. I reluctantly agreed to pay what was contractually due, but when I asked for my credit card information to be erased they actually became quite rude and belligerent, hanging up. I'm very disappointed and can't recommend their services.

Exceptional and safe workout! Love this team! Proven success!…read more Scheduled appointments and results with controlled heavy weight lifting. Monthly scorecards showing weight increase and increasing strength. No injuries, improves muscle and bone health.

Great 30 minute workout! I have driven by this place many times on my way to work wondering about…read moreit and I finally went in to check it out. I had a pass for a FREE 3 day membership. I have been to lots of gyms and boot camps and I didn't know what to expect from here. This place is like small group personal training. You sign in when you enter and then warm up. Then you move along the stations doing each for 1 minute with time in between to switch and catch a drink. The trainers are there to watch your alignment, help you set a challenging level and encourage you. You are not on your own! At the end of the circuit, you have a cool down and you are done! The trainers help you make it challenging and you don't have to figure out what to do, they've already done it for you! When I was there, I saw people of all ages, shapes and sizes. All were working hard and many had lost several inches through the program. Stop in and check it out!

TRIM is a fantastic place to go to for a 30 minute total body workout. My husband got me to join…read moreand I love it. Great staff, Nick, Ron and Michele, and nice atmosphere. I couldn't be more happy and healthy. It's a very simple process. You walk in, sign in and immediately start your warm up given by a great video. Then you start your station work outs. All timed for a minute each, it's great. The staff keeps you motivated the whole time. When you're done with the stations, you move to the cool down video, again, it's great. Can't get much easier, I love it. Thanks guys!

A community-based gym, A Body with Heart offers locals a small, intimate space to get a workout in…read more In addition to the open gym, they offer personal trainers. The owners used to own Duxler Tire, they know a thing or two about treating customers right. They pride themselves on making everyone feel welcome, irrespective of fitness level. If you're looking for a nice group of people and a cool gym, you can't go wrong here.

I would like to share with you a terrible experience I had with the Northbrook personal training…read morebusiness: A Body With Heart. I signed up for 12 one on one sessions with the owner, Glenn Moak. This is a slight man with a HUGE ego! I would strongly suggest that you never disagree with anything that he says. I learned this the hard way when I told him a couple things he suggested were too difficult for me to do. His response was "I'm not sure I even want you to sign up for more sessions!" There are many excellent trainers around, you don't have to join a gym, and you won't be spoken to disrespectfully. This was a very expensive mistake.

ForwardFit is not your typical gym. It's a warehouse style, no-frills type spot that offer various…read morefitness classes from Metabolic Circuit Training, Boxing, Tabata, TRX, OCR training and yoga. I only dropped in for 1 class, as I don't live in the area (out of state), but if I did, I would definitely join. There seems to be a nice variety of classes offered and I can imagine they are all quite challenging and offer a great total body workout. I tried the Metabolic Circuit class and it definitely kicked my butt. The class focused on a combination of several exercises, each done for 30-seconds with a 20-second recovery in between where you move on to the next exercise in the rotation. Some of the exercises included in the class I took were skull crushers, burpees & pull-ups, weighted squat, bus drivers, TRX push-up to plank, kettlebell snatches, and a shuffle with ball slam. All of which were killer and worked out my entire body. The class began with a short warm-up, followed by 3 complete rounds of each exercise in the circuit. We finished out the class with a 5-minute challenge which included kettlebell swings, air squats, push-ups, bent over rows and sit-ups. AMRAP within 5 minutes. And of course some post-class stretching. Bill is the main trainer. He is very friendly and has great energy. Bill added some humor here & there throughout the class here to keep everyone smiling. He consistently checked in on me during the workout to make sure I was using proper technique for each exercise and helped make adjustments to my form as needed. There were two other trainers on-site as well during the workout encouraging participants and helping with form adjustments to keep everyone safe. Side note: they also offer post-workout nutrition (bars and fresh smoothies), and massage as well. **Didn't snap any pictures as I was pressed for time, and also too busy getting my butt kicked. But Bill snapped some pics and made them into a collage he posted on his Instagram, so I will save and share that one.**

ForwardFit is more than a gym - it's a community of people who love a good sweat session and…read moreencourage one another. Short and sweet classes (1 hour each) are led by trainers that keeps you moving and burning some serious calories. The Metabolic Circuit class totally kicked my butt the first time I went. The class is set up so you do 30-seconds of an exercise, 20-second recovery through 10 exercises. That's one round. Bill, the owner and one of the trainers, will push you through 3 rounds and then a finisher, which is sure to wear you out. (Battle rope for 3 minutes, anyone?) The boxing classes are SO GOOD. I should note that these classes are boxing fitness classes - this is not a boxing class were you'll end up fighting someone. Most work is done on punching bags, but there's also plenty of other exercises mixed in. Boxing has been my favorite class so far because it's something I had never tried. Discovering it has been a fun experience that doesn't end up feeling like dragging myself to a gym for a class. I can't say too much about the yoga classes because I've only been to one, but it was alright. I'm much more interested in the circuit and boxing classes. The thing that really makes this gym special is the people. Since it's class based, you see the same people almost every time you go. They are a welcoming group and very encouraging. I was blown away that the group cheered me on as I finished my finisher in my first circuit class. Bill has made an awesome gym and an even better atmosphere and community to be a part of.