Chicago Family Fit is an amazing, local small business. The trainers are all very friendly an…read moreknowledgable, and they are great with fitness beginners (like me) too. Not only is it always kept clean, (which is even more important these days), but with their one on one training, there is always plenty of space to workout. You can tell they take pride in maintaining a friendly yet professional atmosphere. Parking is easy and their hours are very accommodating. Highly recommend.

Great location. Found the trainer, Gabriel, to be very kind and knowledgeable. I'd recommend him…read more Brian, other trainer, was knowledgeable but rude and unprofessional. Yells at people including his customers. Talks about clients behind their back. Really, there is more to being a trainer than technical knowledge. Stay away.

Absolutely stellar spot here - not only a highly-personalized fitness program, lots of scheduling…read moreflexibility, too. Planning to work with this team for the long-run.

Great training at this place! I have been here for ages-each…read moreclass is varied and challenging and fun!

This is a 24 hour gym by the Village Crossing mall. The owner, Dan, is very friendly and gave me a…read morelittle tour. The gym isn't huge but it also wasn't terribly busy at the time I went. It was just right for me. There's cardio machines, strength training machines, plenty of free weights, dumbells, etc.

This gym is great! Always clean. Never too busy. Convenient (by the highway). And the staff is not…read moreonly friendly but will go out of their way for you. Case in point; Dan the owner noticed I'd left my shoes on the rack for several days as well as my house keys (I was looking everywhere for them) and he personally called and emailed me to let me know I'd left them at the gym and that he put them in a safe place for me. Can you believe that!? A++++

I know many people who spend $100+ per hour on personal trainers, but thanks to Definition Fitness…read moreyou can experience the perks of personal training at a fraction of the cost. For just $25/session (yes- $25!!) Dan offers semi-personal training sessions basically whenever you want. I've been trained by Dan 4 times in the past few weeks & here's why I"ll continue to be a regular customer: - Challenging workouts: Thanks (or maybe no thanks) to Dan I've been sore for the first time in a few years. While I incorporate a lot of shred415 and spinning into my fitness routine, I realize I've been missing necessary weight training. - Flexibility: Between 3 small children and a busy job I can hardly keep my schedule straight. I can't commit to a specific time each week, but Dan is happy to train me whenever with just a 1/2 hour notice (although I do try to give him more than that). I've been there in the morning, mid afternoon and evening...and he's been ready each time with a challenging workout. - Focus on form: I'm pretty sure I do half the moves wrong when I take classes, but the instructors are so busy that they rarely take the time to correct my form. Dan spends time on every move to make sure my form is correct. In my 4 times at his gym I've been by myself or with 1 other person so he's able to spend time correcting form. - Nice guy: A challenging workout can suck if you don't have any distractions. However, Dan is fun to chat/gossip with so the hours I've spent with him go relatively fast. Unfortunately, he has the ability to chat and count at the same time so the chit chat doesn't mean I can any easier workouts. I paid for 12 workouts upfront so will be spending lots more time with Dan in the near future and recommend to anyone else looking for a challenging, affordable and/or flexible personal trainer.

Definition Fitness transformed my body. A month and a half after joining Definition Fitness I had…read moredropped 10 lbs and a dress size. This is all due to the dynamic combination of cardio and weight training by the amazing trainers at DF. Dan Deitch, the owner, is not only an amazing trainer, but a really great guy who will do anything to accommodate your schedule. The trainers are funny and engaging, and give great workouts...never the same one twice! It is hands down the best fitness facility I have ever been affiliated with, and I have done it all. $100 per hour personal trainers, fancy fitness studios...they all pale in comparison to the workout I get and the fun I have at Definition Fitness. At $25 per hour it is also the best deal in town. Not only are the trainers great, but the clientele is as well. Sometimes it will just be you and a trainer one on one, but sometimes the trainer might be working out one or two other people as well. As people go in around the same time each week, you get to know the other people you train with and I have made some wonderful new friends! I can't say enough positive things about Dan and Definition Fitness. Dan will let you try the first workout free and I urge you to do it. You'll be hooked. I know I am!

Two month ago I started exercising with Laura as my trainer…read more Not having exercised for a long time I was apprehensive but when I met and got to know her I knew that she was the perfect coach for me. She is professional yet kind, patient and understanding. After short period of time I am pleased with my progress and feel assured that with her continued training and encouragement I would continue getting good results and attain my goal. Some weeks it is hard to stay motivated. Laura has really kept us moving. She is very personable and knowledgeable. Her cheerful attitude makes the training time go quickly. Laura has been an inspiration.

I am SO thankful to have been referred to Laura by a close friend whose body has transformed in the…read moreshort time has been training with her. I live in NYC where gyms are closed due to covid, and I train with her virtually 2x/week and in person when I am visiting Chicago. Her focus on correct form and mind/body connection is like no other, and each workout is better than the last. Laura spends time to learn about each client, their goals, and creates a dedicated plan that will ensure success. Not only is she so professional, she is down to earth, kind, funny, motivating and makes you feel so welcome as if we've been friends for years. She truly is the best of the best! I can't recommend her enough!

The super slow training that Strengthtime specializes in, done just twice a week really works. Its…read moreamazing. I found these guys by reading the book called "Body By Science" by Dr. Doug McGuff. In it he shows all the new studies coming out showing that you can get all the benefits that most people get by working out for many hours per week in just minutes if you really slow down the speed with which you actually lift the weights. The science was so fascinating, I had to try it. It was awesome and I've been doing my workouts with Strengthtime personal trainers ever since. Its an incredible time saver too obviously. Phil and Rick are great. If you're busy but still want an effective workout, 2 thirty minute sessions per week here is all you need.

When I realized I needed strength training, I knew I couldn't do it alone. I needed a personal…read moretraining. I am so lucky I found Rick and Claudia. They are excellent trainers. They watch and guide carefully to make sure I don't get hurt, yet are encouraging and friendly. They treat their clients like family. The atmosphere at Strength Time is collegial and warm, yet very professional. I highly recommend it.

There are not enough words of praise for Rally Point Endeavors...... Every single coach and the…read moreentire community are second to none!! Training at RPE will not only make you remarkably more fit, it will also make you a better human being. My only words of advice are RUN, don't walk, to RPE. I promise you won't regret it! Kellie Klein Member since 2017

I am so very happy with my decision to Join Rally Point Endeavors. As a 67 year old, there are some…read moremovements that are problematic for me. The wonderful coaches make modifications for me. Besides caring coaches, there are some super nice people who work out there. If you are interested in Hyrox, CrossFit or a general workout, this place has it all!!

I'm not going to say that I was EXTREMELY reluctant to take classes at a studio which not only…read morepromotes contorting your body in ways you otherwise thought impossible, but also does it in a minimum of 100 degree temperature. But I was reluctant. That being said, they do offer a FREE WEEK OF UNLIMITED CLASSES, and I just can't help myself when FREE is involved. So, naturally, I signed up. What can I say, I'm hooked. I am. I feel better about myself when I'm dripping in sweat, I suppose. Try this, folks. Trust me. You just need to experience the first week and you'll be sold. So reviews you can use: Location: It's located on the back outer edge of Old Orchard Shopping Center, so parking is VERY convenient. INTERIOR: Seems small when you walk in, but this place has full-service locker rooms for men and women. The women's locker room has all you need. Lockers (must bring own lock), showers, bathrooms (duh), and...hair dryers, brushes, mousse, gel, hairspray, hair ties, bobby pins and cotton swabs. If you go before work or another engagement, you can ready yourself right there and then. Sweet. STUDIO: The studio is dedicated ONLY to hot yoga practice, so the rooms are set up with built in humidifiers. This is a plus, I've gone to other hot yoga classes when mini portable steam machines are used and its just not the same. INSTRUCTORS: Super nice. Emphasis on the nice. They are informative during class and assist you with positions when needed. They walk around the room during classes to check that everyone is in correct alignment and are extremely accommodating to those who need to regress to easier positions. Honest, I've been one of those people, so I know firsthand. I have to give a special shout out to the location manager J.S. (you know who you are). You're sweet, pleasant, understanding and an excellent instructor. Thank you. OTHER COMMENTS: THE LEMON/LAVENDER TOWELS!! Good Lawd. This, I recently learned, is unique to suburban locations only. At the end of each class, when you're not really sure you'll ever be able to walk again (or dry off the sweat for that matter) the instructor walks around a places an ice cold lemon/lavender towel on your forehead. After my first ever class, I teared up. No joke. It's orgasmic. I say that with all seriousness. Unlike smaller "non-corporate" studios, here you have to pay for towels and mats if you forget yours. So, if you're trying it for the free week, either borrow a mat from a friend and remember to bring a towel (and a bottle of water) or the FREE will be null and void. There's also apparel, mats, towels and lotions available for purchase. The prices are just as high as one would expect, so bring your money if you a ready to invest.

It has been about a year since I've last visited Corepower Yoga so I was surprised when I saw the…read morerenovated space. I've tried Hot Power Fusion with Lou and Yoga Sculpt with Melissa P. It seems like Yoga Sculpt is the more popular class of the two. I loved Yoga Sculpt! It combines weights, cardio, & yoga in one hour. It was definitely a tough workout, but I felt like I was definitely getting my time & money's worth. Both instructors were nice. Lou seems a bit calmer while Melissa seems to have more energy. For first timers, the first week is completely free. If you want to come back after that: -Usually you can find a Groupon deal or -The first month of membership is $99 or (After that I believe it jumps up to about $140) -Drop ins are $20 each or You can get a student/teacher discount with a valid ID. I love working out here, but it's quite pricey.