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MobiLift

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Unlock your full potential with MobiLift! This innovative class combines cutting-edge mobility techniques from FRC—trusted by the UFC, NFL, MLB, NBA, and elite gyms like Westside Barbell—with traditional strength training to:

  • Boost joint health
  • Enhance flexibility and stability
  • Increase strength and power

Each week, you’ll focus on targeted joints and muscle groups to improve movement, build strength, and prevent injuries. Whether you’re an athlete, weekend warrior, or fitness beginner, MobiLift will help you move better and feel stronger—all while leveling up your fitness.

Ready to transform how you train? Contact Fabian Rodriguez today to schedule your FREE first class! frodriguez@ffc.com| 708.595.5653

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Map out your 2025 nutrition plan with Registered Dietitian, Amanda Angelopoulos

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Did you struggle to reach your fitness goals in 2024? It may have been your nutrition plan. Reaching your fitness goals is 80% what you eat and 20% exercise.

Whether you need a one time coaching session or more accountability with a structured 3 month program, I’d love to help create a personalized roadmap to get you to your goals this new year! 

Contact Amanda Angelopoulos at aangelopoulos@ffc.com for more information or to schedule a consultation.

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Red Light Therapy and Private Infrared Sauna Now Available at FFC West Loop

Red Light Sauna Therapy at FFC West Loop.

Come enjoy your private Red Light Therapy or Infrared Sauna session in our spa, and receive all the anti-aging benefits along with the recovery aspects.

$25 for a 20 min session – purchase and book a session in the FFC+ app.

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Indoor Triathlon

Indoor Triathlon swimmers

Come join us for the 2025 FFC Indoor Triathlon Series, powered by Grit Endurance! This is a great opportunity for athletes of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Whether you are looking to complete your first triathlon in a controlled environment or challenge yourself to improve your performance, this race is for you!

Race Dates and Locations:

  • Saturday, January 18 at 8:00 AM AND Saturday, March 8 at 8:00 AM
  • FFC Union Station (444 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60606)
  • $75 per person for one race | $125 per person for both races – To register, visit the group fitness section in FFC+ app, set your club location to Union Station, then choose the date of the event from the calendar.

What’s included with your race entry:

  • Finisher’s Certificate
  • $15 off a Grit Endurance Swim Lesson
  • $15 off a FFC massage

Race structure:

  • 10-minute pool swim
  • 15-minute transition to spin bikes
  • 30-minute bike
  • 5-minute transition to treadmills
  • 20-minute run

How it will work and FAQs:

  • Waves of 4 athletes will start the race every 25-minutes, beginning at 8:00 AM. Your wave time will be first come first serve based on your registration order (i.e, the first 4 registrants start at 8:00 AM, next 4 at 8:25 AM, etc.)
  • Athletes will have access to the pool for 15 minutes prior to their wave to warm up
  • Race results will be based on total distance covered during the swim, bike and run portions based on the following weighting system:
    -Swim: 10x distance covered
    -Bike: 1x distance covered
    -Run: 3x distance covered
  • Athletes will have access to the locker rooms, showers, drinking fountains, etc., but should bring their own nutrition / hydration as needed
  • Athletes should arrive at least 20 minutes prior to their wave time to check in, get changed, and get to the pool for the swim start (you must be on time to your wave start in order to participate!)
  • The pool is 24.6 yards long, and is a maximum of 4 feet and 3 inches deep
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Fitness Roundtable

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Have a question about health, fitness, or exercise, that you can’t find an answer to? Join us on Wednesday, December 4 for a question-and-answer format Fitness Roundtable with experts in the field. Hear multiple perspectives on your questions, and meet other like-minded individuals at FFC. RSVP here.

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