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5 Common Form Mistakes Experts See In HIIT Classes

Are you performing these HIIT exercises correctly? Watch below to find out. According to American College of Sports Medicine, high intensity interval training has ranked in the top three worldwide fitness trends every year since 2014. In…
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Smart Aging: Three Quick Tests to Assess Your Strength and Flexibility

Are you "actively aging"? Try these three tests to assess your strength and flexibility and to determine a game plan for your mobility as you age.
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Why I Work With a Personal Trainer

Every one of us has different motivations for hitting the gym. Whether we want to be in better shape, improve our health or optimize our strength and speed, there are many ways to go about reaching our goals. Some may choose to work out on their…
3 no-fail tips to getting back into a gym routine

3 No-Fail Tips to Get Back into Your Gym Routine

The seasons are changing and times of going for a quick run outside are coming to an end. Check out these tips for getting back into a gym routine!
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.
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!
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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.
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!
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.
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Strong Mind | Strong Body #1: How I Discovered My Passion for Bodybuilding

Have you ever had that one ‘aha!’ moment that changed your life? For me, that ‘aha’ moment was back in August 2016, when I trained at the USA Gym in Bridgeview, IL. Prior to this, I was already a regular gym-goer, but I did not train…
How does KT Tape work and its benefits

How Does KT Tape Work & What Are Its Benefits?

If you are involved in fitness in any way, you’ve probably heard of KT tape. But how does KT tape work? What is it used for? KT tape was developed by chiropractor Dr. Kenzo Kase in Japan in the 1970s. The use and popularity of the tape has…
Try a manual treadmill: here's why you should check out the Woodway Curve for strength and endurance
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Try a Manual Treadmill: Here’s Why You Should Check Out the Woodway Curve for Strength & Endurance

FFC personal trainer Marques Chaplin shares tips on how to get started with a manual treadmill - specifically the Woodway Curve treadmill.
HIIT workouts for beginners - benefits and a plan to try on your own
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HIIT Workouts for Beginners: Why Do HIIT & Sample Workout

FFC Gold Coast coach and personal trainer Jeremy Gorden shares some benefits of high intensity interval training, plus HIIT workouts for beginners. You may have heard of The Faction, but you still may be trying to figure out what it is.…
How to find motivation - even when things get tough

Strong Mind | Strong Body #2: How to Find Motivation Even When Things Get Tough

FFC Old Town membership representative Sophia shares her tips for how to find motivation, set goals and achieve them - even when things get tough.
What's in my gym bag? The handy gym essentials checklist - fitness resources Chicago

What’s in My Gym Bag? Gym Bag Essentials Checklist

FFC South Loop fitness specialist Matt Wallace answers the question, ‘what’s in my gym bag?’ and shares his list of top gym essentials to keep handy when you’re sure you’re forgetting something. Having the correct gear for any situation…
Fitness motivation videos: 5 essential fitness YouTube channels you should know

Fitness Motivation Videos: 5 Essential Fitness YouTube Channels

If you're like me, you may spend some nights deep in a YouTube rabbit hole, going from one topic to another until you've wasted hours you could've used to catch up on sleep. The amount of content out there can be hard to sift through, especially…
Hotel room workout: a simple bodyweight workout for when you're traveling

Hotel Room Workout: A Simple Bodyweight Workout for When You’re on the Go

FFC-exclusive group fitness instructor and trainer Austin Head shares a simple 15-minute bodyweight workout for when you’re on the go. Needing no additional equipment (just yourself!), this hotel room workout will ensure you’ll be able to…
Thanksgiving workout: try one of these two themed sweat sets on Turkey Day

Thanksgiving Workout: Try One of These Two Themed Sweat Sets on Turkey Day!

We all know that the Thanksgiving meal is the main event on Turkey Day, but there is no better way to prepare for the feast than with a fat-burning workout. As many pilgrims say, "thou shall work hard, if thou desires to play hard". You're allowed…
Indoor rock climbing in Chicago benefits for fitness

Indoor Rock Climbing in Chicago: A Great Workout for Your Mind, Body and MEPs!

Sure, running on the treadmill, busting your tail on the elliptical or kettlebell swings during a PTC class will help you rack up those Myzone Effort Points (MEPs), but that’s not the only way to score them! The cool thing about the Myzone…