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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…

FFC Connects with the Community at Taste of Park Ridge 2025

Fitness Formula Clubs brought the energy to this year’s Taste of Park Ridge, engaging with hundreds of attendees during the annual three-day festival held July 11-13. The FFC Park Ridge team offered a mix of fitness fun, giveaways, and…

Summer ’25 FFC Elmhurst Pool Party Contest Giveaway Rules and Regulations

To participate in our Summer '25 FFC Elmhurst Pool Part Contest, head to our Instagram page! SUMMER '25 FFC ELMHURST POOL PARTY CONTEST GIVEAWAY RULES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS: FFC's Summer '25 Elmhurst Pool Party Contest giveaway ends Sunday,…
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Member Spotlight: Michael Costello’s Powerful Journey Toward Health at FFC Oak Park

“If I can learn this stuff, anyone can.” That’s how FFC Oak Park member Michael Costello sums up the incredible progress made since starting on a fitness journey in January. With the support of personal trainer Lawrence Kay, a meaningful…
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The FFC Cares Foundation: Join Us. Move for a Cure. Make an Impact.

In the heart of Chicago, where sweat meets determination and fitness builds more than just muscle, a new movement is taking shape, one that extends beyond the gym floor. Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) is proud to announce the launch of the FFC…
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FFC: Your Holistic Health Solution

Lisa Brigham has been a member of Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) in the Chicago Suburbs for over 17 years. Lisa has always prioritized health and wellness in her busy life. A mom of 3 teens who works a full-time job, Lisa has always been determined…
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The Importance of Educator Health and Wellbeing

Educators have played an important role in every single one of our lives. Our educators helped us get from pre-school through high school graduation. For those of us with children, the impact of educators has taken on an entirely new meaning.…
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Maria Vazquez – Fighting Negative Fitness Biases and Making Lasting Life Changes with FFC

Maria Vazquez used to be intimidated by the gym. She had the impression that gym-goers were unwelcoming and judgmental of people early in their fitness journey. Her mindset completely shifted when she met the friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable…
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How Sophie Lester Found Physical and Mental Confidence at FFC

In August of 2021, Sophie Lester was experiencing something that many of us adults have also experienced: burnout. She needed a way to take time for herself and relieve stress. Seeking a way to build physical and mental confidence outside…
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Emily Oberst’s Road to the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Emily Oberst is a 25 year old Wisconsin Native, current Chicago resident, 2020 University of Illinois graduate, AND a member of Team U.S.A’s Women’s Wheelchair Basketball team. She and her team will be competing in the Paris Paralympic…
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FITNESS FORMULA CLUBS NAMED CHICAGO READER’S BEST GYMS OF 2023!

Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) are known by our members to be the best. For 40 years, Fitness Formula Clubs have the best facilities, the best equipment, the best personal trainers, the best group fitness instructors, and so much more. We are…

Honoring Black History Month at FFC

Most of us learned about African American History in school, but we likely did not dive much deeper than research on slavery, the US Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement. There is so much to uncover beyond this; people from the African Diaspora…

Understanding Juneteenth: A Journey to Freedom

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is an annual holiday celebrated on June 19 in the United States. It commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and holds deep historical significance. On this day in…
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Support These Local Chicago Businesses During National Bike Month

May is National Bike Month, and FFC is partnering with local Chicago neighborhood bike shops for special club events like bike tune-ups, helmet safety clinics, road safety seminars and more! Check out our list of partners below, as well as…
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Shop Local: Support These Chicago Businesses This Holiday Season

It's no secret that 2020 has been a tough year for our local businesses here in Chicago. To spread some cheer this holiday season, we reached out to a few of our fellow small business owners and neighborhood partners to find great gift ideas…
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The 5 Best Indoor/Outdoor Spots in Gold Coast

April is weird. Between the whole ‘in like a lion, out like a lamb’ thing the month before and the old adage ‘April showers brings May flowers’, after… the weather can get confusing - especially here in Chicago. One minute you’re…
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Need A New Show To Watch or Book To Read? See Our Recommendations To Fit Any Mood

If you’re anything like me, you alternate between thinking “there’s nothing to do” and “there’s too much media to consume” as we #stayhome and endure the weeks of our shelter-in-place order. After I plowed through season three…
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Best Post-Workout Food Spots in Old Town for Any Situation

There’s a statistic somewhere along the lines of "30% gym, 70% kitchen." In other words, it’s great to be fit and work out in the gym, but the majority of being healthy has to do with nutrition. Food and workouts go together like peanut…
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How To Support Chicago Businesses While Practicing Self-Care

Real talk: how is this quarantine affecting your mental health? I’m an introvert who, on a normal day, loves being home and would choose a quiet, solitary night over just about anything else. But my brain is not pleased with my increase in…
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FFC Featured Playlist – Omar Romero

Omar Romero is a group fitness instructor at FFC South Loop and FFC Union Station. His focus is on HIIT, strength training and obstacle course races. He is a local from Chicago where serves as a technology consultant by day. Check out…