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“It just feels really good to punch something after a long day at work,” said Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) Member Drew, on taking a Boxing Class at FFC Old Town in Chicago. Maybe you love working on your boxing technique. Maybe…
Read moreIf you’re anything like me, you love trying group fitness classes in Chicago. You love getting a sweat in, trying out a new class format, and seeing what works best for you. I’ve taken HIIT, barre, Pilates, cycle, and yoga…
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Working on strength training at the gym? If you’re comfortable using strength machines, dumbbells and kettlebells, you might be ready to start training with the barbell. The barbell is an advanced tool used to perform compound movements that work your…
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Dumbbells are ubiquitous when it comes to exercise equipment. Whether you’re walking into a state-of-the-art fitness facility or a hotel gym, you can be certain you’ll have a dumbbell rack at your disposal for your workout. Dumbbells are a versatile…
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When is the last time you used a weight machine at the gym? If strength training is part of your routine, these machines can come in handy, but a lot of gym-goers have no idea how to use these machines….
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When gyms (and just about everything else) shut down in early 2020, did you invest in at-home fitness equipment? Thousands of Americans were clamoring to get their hands on dumbbells, weight plates and kettlebells early during the Covid-19 pandemic, driving…
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Now that restrictions have been lifted and we are back to a more comfortable state in our local gyms, some of you might be wondering where to start when returning to a regular fitness routine. If you are a new…
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You’ve likely heard a fitness instructor or personal trainer tell you to “engage your core” during exercise. There is no doubt, your core is very important. You need your core for everything, from getting out of bed in the morning…
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We get it. Returning to the gym right now can be intimidating. You might be wondering what it’s like to work out in a mask, how to transition your workout from the outdoors to the club or simply how to…
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Grab your candy, popcorn and blankets, folks, because it’s officially spooky movie season! If your family or friend group is anything like mine, you might find yourself watching a certain Halloween movie more than once this October (cough: Hocus Pocus)….
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