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Thank A Veteran with the Gift of FFC

Do you have an important Veteran in your life? FFC is excited to help you thank them for their service! Throughout November, gift a Veteran(s) a 1-month FREE Signature membership to FFC, where they can access top-notch fitness facilities, group…

How To Navigate Holiday Eating

Holiday eating begins with Halloween and continues through New Year’s Eve. With so much delicious food and drink around, how can health be prioritized? Read FFC Registered Dietitian Alicia Huggler's blog to learn her six holiday eating tips…
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5 Ways You Showed Courtesy at FFC (and Why It Matters)

For the past six weeks, we’ve been building something bigger than workouts, PRs, and miles logged: a culture of courtesy. At FFC, strength isn’t just about what you can lift; it’s about how you respect the space, the equipment, and the…
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Massage Matters: How Post-Marathon Massage Supports Your Marathon Recovery

Crossing the finish line of the Chicago Marathon is a life-changing accomplishment. But after 26.2 miles, your body needs more than just rest and hydration—it needs targeted recovery. That’s where post-marathon massage can make all the difference…

Nominate FFC to win Chicago Reader’s Best Gym in Chicago for 2025!

Chicago Reader's 'Best Of Chicago' contest is back and FFC is going for the 3-peat! We proved that we were the best Gyms of 2023 and 2024; let's keep the title for 2025! We need your help getting on the ballot. To nominate FFC, click the…
Discover luxury gyms in Chicago with pools, spas, recovery, Pilates, saunas, personal training, rooftop spaces and more at 10 FFC locations.
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How to Stay Healthy While Working a Desk Job

For many professionals, long hours behind a desk are part of the daily routine. The constant sitting, skipped meals, and endless deadlines can chip away at your energy and health. But learning how to stay healthy while working a desk job isn’t…
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‘Unplug’ In Honor Of World Mental Health Day

Join us on Friday, October 10 as we honor World Mental Health Day with “Unplug” - a 15 minute meditation class following one of our regular scheduled classes! Learn how to calm your brain and body with simple meditation techniques and experience…
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Hispanic Heritage Month Zumba

Help us celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our Team teach Zumba! Zumba fuses Latin/international rhythms and movements. These easy-to-follow dance moves feature intermittent interval training that includes fast and slow rhythms. Fitness…
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Halloween Group Fitness Classes

Join us for some fun, Halloween-themed Group Fitness classes this Spooky season! View the lineup of classes below, then reserve your space in the FFC+ app. Elmhurst: Saturday, 10/25 at 8:30 AM: Trick or Treat Total Body Blast with Paula…
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Fall Nutrition Solutions Program

The holidays are just around the corner, but you don’t have to wait to start feeling your best! Get ahead of holiday indulgences with our Fall Nutrition Solutions Program. For just $169/month you’ll receive: ✅ An individualized meal…
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Make The Spa At FFC Your Finish Line

Bring In Your Race Bib From The Chicago Marathon To Receive: $5 off a 30-minute massage $10 off a 60-minute massage $15 off a 90-minute massage Visit ffc.com/spa or the FFC+ app to book your appointment. No two discounts apply…
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Breast Cancer Awareness Wall Of Love

FFC is hosting a fundraiser throughout October in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Purchase a ribbon and inscribe a short message to someone you wish to honor or dedicate your ribbon to. All proceeds will be donated to Chicago-native…
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Fall Recipe Book

FFC’s Fall Recipe Book is here! Use this resource to discover delicious and nutritious recipes for this season, hand-crafted by our registered dietitian nutritionists. PLUS we’ve included bonus recipes to honor and celebrate Hispanic Heritage…
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Creepy Contender

Join us for the Creepy Contender on Friday, October 31 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM — a Halloween-themed boxing class packed with energy and fun! After class, stick around for candy, chocolates, snacks, and maybe even some spooky punch. Guests…
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Stronger Together: Celebrating 41 Years at the Best Gym in Chicago

Last week, Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) turned 41—and the celebration came with an even bigger reason to cheer. For the second year in a row, the city voted us the Best Gym in Chicago. That recognition isn’t just about workouts, equipment,…
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The Best Outdoor Workouts in Chicago Before Summer Ends

Chicago summers may be short, but they pack a punch; long golden hours, warm nights by the lake, and endless ways to get outside and sweat with a smile. From iconic skyline views to hidden green spaces, the city transforms into one giant fitness…
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FFC Cares Foundation: Supporting Our Community

At FFC, community is more than just a word—it’s the foundation of who we are. When you’re a member or part of our team, you’re part of our family. That’s why when longtime trainer Eric Glickstein shared his daughter Bria’s passion…
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Member Appreciation Week “Stronger Together” Group Fitness Classes

Celebrate Member Appreciation Week at FFC with these ‘Stronger Together’ Team Teaches! Check out the lineup of classes below, and register for a spot in the FFC+ app! FFC East Lakeview RockSTAR Ride: Sat, 9/20 at 9:15 AM with Becca…
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Skyline Pilates & Soiree

We’re taking Pilates to the FFC Gold Coast rooftop for a summer evening of movement, music, and connection. Join us on Friday, August 15, at 5:30 PM for a signature Pilates Mat class hosted by FFC’s Exclusive Instructor Becca Russo, set…
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More Than the Workout: How Group Fitness Builds Confidence and Community

Fitness That Sticks "It’s not always so much about the physicality of working out, it’s about our mental health as well. It's about going to a place where we feel like we can make mistakes, where our bodies don’t need to be perfect, where…