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Staying healthy while traveling

Strong Mind | Strong Body #4: Staying Healthy While Traveling

Staying healthy while traveling can be tough, but it's definitely doable! FFC Old Town's Sophia shares tips she's learned to make it easy.
Smart grocery shopping tips: shopping only the perimeter is a myth

Smart Grocery Shopping Tips: You Don’t Only Have to Shop the Perimeter

Only shop the perimeter? MYTH! RD Amy Silver breaks down smart grocery shopping tips, and how they definitely include the inner aisles too. Check it out!
10 minute workout for beginners

10 Minute Workout for Beginners: It’s Easier to Fit In Than You Think

Only got a few minutes? That's okay - check out this 10 minute workout for beginners that will help you see you have a lot more time than you think!
Add this to your skin care routine: reasons to see an esthetician

Add This to Your Skin Care Routine: 5 Reasons to See an Esthetician

Do you have a skin care routine? You should! If you do, does it involve an esthetician? FFC West Loop esthetician Ari explains 5 reasons why.
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Sports Fitness Training: Ballistic Training & Plyometrics to Bridge the Gap Between the Gym & Court

Ever wanted to understand the difference between ballistic training and plyometrics? FFC West Loop master trainer Matt breaks them down.
Finding balance in fitness and life

Strong Mind | Strong Body #3: Finding Balance in Fitness, Work, School & Life

FFC Old Town's Sophia shares her experience finding balance and some tips for balancing that in fitness, work, school and all aspects of her life.
Bento box lunch ideas for school or you!

Bento Box Lunch Ideas for School (Or You!)

Check out these bento box lunch ideas for school (or for your own midday meal!).
Airport Yoga 101 - how to do it

Airport Yoga 101

Airport yoga can be a great way to mitigate the stresses of travel. Here's how!
Keto bodybuilding: is it possible?

Keto Bodybuilding: Is It Possible?

Keto bodybuilding: is it possible? FFC Oak Park trainer shares some insights and tips for a bodybuilding on a keto diet.
How to pick the best classes at the gym and set up a workout schedule

How to Choose the Best Classes at the Gym

Ever wondered how to pick the best workout classes at the gym? Wonder no more! FFC's Julia Baraglia shares tips & how to set up a schedule.
Farmers Markets 101: reasons to shop at your city's farmers markets

Farmers Markets 101: Reasons to Shop at Your City’s Farmers Markets

Warm weather brings awesome farmers markets - here are 5 reasons why you need to start shopping local, at your city's farmers market!
My resting metabolic rate test experience and what I learned

My Resting Metabolic Rate Test Experience & What I Learned

Ever heard of a resting metabolic rate analysis? Check out this post about why you should consider having an RMR test done and what you can learn.