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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…

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Food & Drink

10 Hidden Lunch Spots Near Chicago’s Loop

Work in the Loop and tired of your usual lunch spots? Try one of these 10 hidden gems near The Loop to add some variety to your midday meal!

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FFC Featured Playlist – Liz Silberman

Liz Silberman is the Membership Director at FFC Boystown and has been with FFC since 2018. She's lived in the Chicago area forever and has a deep connection to Chicago and the Chicago music scene, as her father was a session player in many…

Food & Drink

5 Coffee Shops in Lincoln Park To Help You Escape Chicago Winter

If you've got cabin fever this Chicago winter, check out our top 5 favorites coffee shops in Lincoln Park that transport you to far-away places.

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FFC Featured Playlist – Rachel Gitlevich

This month, we're featuring Rachel Gitlevich's workout playlist! Rachel is a personal trainer at FFC Old Town. She loves helping people feel empowered in their mind, body and soul. Outside of the gym you can find her spending time outdoors,…

Food & Drink

Boystown’s Best Cafes for a Cup of Joe

Despite the crazy fact that only two U.S. states actually produce coffee (Hawaii and California, in case you were wondering), you can bet U.S. citizens drink a LOT of coffee. An average of 3.1 cups per day, in fact! We’ve rounded up a list…

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FFC Featured Playlist – Victor Virgilio

This month, we're featuring Victor Virgilio's workout playlist! Victor is the Operations Manager for FFC Park Ridge. After working in hotel management, Victor decided to follow his passion and work in the health and wellness industry. He…

Food & Drink

Coffee Shops for Any Occasion in Chicago’s South Loop

Coffee can be many things for many people. A ritual. A means of productivity. A necessary evil. Whatever it is for you, we want to help you find the best coffee for any occasion. Here are a few of our favorite coffee shops in Chicago’s South…

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FFC Featured Playlist – Natalie Casper

Looking for new workout tunes? Look no further! This month’s playlist comes to us from Natalie Casper. Natalie is the new Marketing Manager for FFC, and she is so excited to be a part of the FFC Family. You’ll be able to find Natalie in…

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A Guide to Successfully Managing Expectations (While Carving Pumpkins With Toddlers)

Life with toddlers is always fun and exciting. And full of managing expectations. One of our biggest joys as parents is experiencing some of our own favorite childhood traditions with them. Recently, my toddlers and I carved up our pumpkins…

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Best Post-Workout Food Spots in Old Town for Any Situation

How To Support Chicago Businesses While Practicing Self-Care

FFC Featured Playlist – Omar Romero

10 Hidden Lunch Spots Near Chicago’s Loop

FFC Featured Playlist – Liz Silberman

5 Coffee Shops in Lincoln Park To Help You Escape Chicago Winter

FFC Featured Playlist – Rachel Gitlevich

Boystown’s Best Cafes for a Cup of Joe

FFC Featured Playlist – Victor Virgilio

Coffee Shops for Any Occasion in Chicago’s South Loop

FFC Featured Playlist – Natalie Casper

A Guide to Successfully Managing Expectations (While Carving Pumpkins With Toddlers)

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