Personal Trainer | LIFT CHICAGO

					Highly recommended. If you want a personalized, thorough, concise workout this is it. Each personal trainer is excellent for listening to your fitness goals, celebrates your achievements and accommodates any... read more injuries. Clean, open space. Easy street parking. Bathrooms with showers/lockers. You can’t ask for a better whole body workout in 30 (or 45) minutes.				
Kristine Kinder
 
					I’ve been training at Lift since it opened (and with Josh elsewhere for a few years prior). As a middle aged endurance athlete, I used to think I should strength... read more train, but never did it consistently until I found Josh. He understands that I have some chronic injuries from years of marathons and triathlons. He works with me to strengthen my weakness to help make me a well rounded athlete. He also pays very close attention to my form to prevent additional injuries. All the strength coaches and clients at Lift create a fun and supportive community and I always look forward to my sessions. I believe that my Lift sessions are the key to staying “young” as I age.				
Dana Rothschild
 
					Sarah H with WMNxLIFT is the best!!! I’ve been active my whole life and she is by far the best coach I’ve ever had. She’s attentive, extremely knowledgeable, and has... read more a great sense of humor. The gym is also very well equipped and has a cool vibe. I would 1000% recommend it to anyone!				
Karen Liu

					I have been training at Lift for over a year and I can easily say it is the best personal training experience I have ever had. Josh and the rest... read more of the trainers always tailor the workouts to what you want/need. If you aren't feeling your best, they adjust the workout accordingly. It is refreshing to have no-ego trainers, who's mission is to bring out the best in their clients. The facility is extremely well-maintained,  bathrooms are clean, and the equipment is all top-of-the-line.				
Jordan Multack
 
					Amazing Gym!  All the instructors are incredible!  I'm hooked! Never a dull moment! Every single second is used!

Scheduling Training! One of the easiest and most transparent sign up... read more processes where you simply select your date, time, and trainer! And just as simply - you can change any time. So its super convenient and saves you time when scheduling sessions. Also, access to numerous different trainers with different styles and skills to learn from.  7 days a week, all times during the day! So will work for any schedule you have!  I also like how they have a variety of options for 30 minute, 45 minute and 60 minute workouts.

Equipment & Amenities! Best equipment and wide variety to keep you busy. I've done several on my own but nothing matches having a personal trainer take you through all the skills on using each.  Locker room is nice, clean, and everything you need. TV, music and everything else you need!

Honored to be a Member of the Lift community! Thanks for changing my life! :) - Erik				
Erik Fogel
 
					I’ve had such a great experience here, especially training with Coach Abby! The trainers here are very attentive and helpful, which I definitely appreciate since I’m pretty new to weight... read more lifting. 10/10 would recommend! 🙌🏼				
Linda Quizhpi

					After working out at LIFT for a year now, I can't say enough good things about this place.  My trainer, Isaac, is kind, knowledgeable, experienced, and careful, making sure... read more I avoid workout injuries while still pushing me to the max!  The facility caters to individuals of all ages, and places in their fitness journey.  This is not an intimidating gym filled with meatheads -- it's a welcoming, fun, place where everyone knows your name (literally).				
Paula Liss
 
					Hands down the best gym and the best trainers in the city.  The entire experience from start to finish is outstanding.  The staff is friendly, the equipment is... read more as good as it gets, and the workout is out of this world.  30 minutes doesn't sound like a long time, but by the end of the workout you'll feel like you've pushed yourself further than you ever imagined you could.  And the best part is that the workouts just get better and better the more you go as the trainers learn more about you.  If you haven't gone yet, you're missing out!				
Kyle Portnoy
 
					I have been lifting here with Sam for a couple of months, and couldn’t say anything better about Lift! The gym is clean, equipment well maintained, and the staff is... read more both fun and extremely professional.  I have been seeing noticeable gains from my time already, and not only has my strength improved, but so has my form.  This is true personal coaching, and unlike big-box gyms that may have trainers without much experience, everyone at Lift provides fantastic guidance.  I highly recommend this to anyone, no matter your fitness goals.				
Erik Swanson

					This best place to work out in Chicago. Intelligent trainers with a great atmosphere. You can tell they love what they do and are passionate about creating the best gym/workout... read more experience possible.  Workouts are tailored to specific needs, take account for any injuries, and also help you meet individual fitness goals. All of the trainers are great because they listen to you and pay attention to your form to make sure you are getting high quality reps and avoiding injury. It’s efficient and effective 30 min workout that is just the right amount of challenging.  I can’t recommend Lift enough!

I’ve been training with Pete for a couple years now, and I can’t recommend him enough. He has helped me train for marathons, triathlons, and helped me get stronger again after some injuries, and now he’s helped me train through a pandemic, too! The two best times of my week are the two 30 mins session I have at Lift!				
Danielle Spellman
 
					It has been challenging for me to find the motivation to workout since the beginning of the pandemic. Lift has helped me to get back into a routine in a... read more safe & supportive environment. Coach Isaac customized a program that focuses on the results I want to achieve before my wedding in this fall. He holds me accountable and does a great job of explaining the various techniques I'm doing - it's amazing how much I can now accomplish in 30-45 minutes with the right guidance.

The owners and coaches are incredibly knowledgeable and the gym itself is immaculate. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to reaching their fitness goals!				
Stephanie Garcia
 
					I love going to Lift in Lincoln Park! I've been doing personal training with Abby twice a week for 45 minutes each for about 8 months. I like that they... read more offer 30,45 or 1-hour training sessions so you can find one that works for you. The time always goes by quickly! I have gotten so much stronger since working out with Abby after a long pandemic of not working out. Not only that but Abby does an amazing job at working around areas that are bothering me and tailors each workout. Highly recommend this gym and Abby!				
Christine Kim

					I've been training with Sarah for two years and she has been amazing to work with!  Both locations are clean and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable. I highly... read more recommend checking out Lift!				
Kathryn Sugrue
 
					I have trained with the guys at Lift for a long time and consider my sessions to be some of my best long-term investments. My workouts there are sustainable, enjoyable... read more and challenging—and critical to my physical and mental health. Everyone at Lift is extremely smart, knowledgeable about kinesiology and exercise science, and strikes a good balance between pushing you hard and knowing when to dial it back to reinforce form and/or add accessory or rehab work. I trust them all implicitly and look forward to working with them for a long time to come! Edited 6/29/21 to add: the small group lifting classes are also amazing! They offer the same top-quality instruction in a more self-guided environment. Sam and Isaac, the trainers who run them, are wonderful.				
Brigid Sweeney
 
					I’ve been training with Sarah at Lift for almost 2.5 years and it has been a great experience! I had never been able to maintain motivation for a consistent workout... read more routine until I started at Lift. I appreciate the one on one attention that each trainer provides without the pressure of a large and crowded gym. The workouts are tailored to your ability and goals which has been especially important to my recovery following knee surgery last year.				
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Anthony Gayles
 
					I started attending the women’s lifting class and absolutely love it! It’s exciting, fun and welcoming for all different ability levels!				
Lainie Augensen
 
					These  deserve more stars. Ive been rocking with these guys for years. Always fun and professional. They have help me achieve my body goals by coming 3 days a... read more week. They workout are never the same and gets harder as you get stronger. Great for first timers to the gym but also good for those looking for more of a challenge.				
Domique Bland

					I recently found Lift on Yelp like a month ago and I’m absolutely loving it. I workout with Sam, Isaac and Kyle and they’re amazing. I’m looking forward to continuing... read more my workout journey with them. Check em out!				
Mandy Jo Walker
 
					I’ve been training at Lift for a year and a half - the workout, professionalism, facilities and trainers are the best of the best. Strength training at Lift has transformed... read more my body and I’ve seen myself get stronger since I joined. All of the trainers are knowledgeable and customize every workout to your goals and abilities. I do 45 minute sessions twice a week and love how I feel after every session.

The facilities themselves are also extremely clean, spacious and top of the line.

Look no further than Lift if you’re looking for an awesome workout and lifestyle.				
Alexi Zloof
 
					I've been working with Abby 3 days a week since October 2021, and it's probably not too much of a stretch to say I'm in love with her.

In all seriousness,... read more after 5 months of 1:1 sessions multiple times a week, I can confidently say that Abby embodies everything I could want in a trainer.

* Abby worked with MY body. She is an educated professional who actively listened to me when I told her the issues I'd been having with tightness in my back and a stiff knee for years. She took the time to understand what was going on with me, and thoughtfully introduced exercises to address and correct my problems. She never forgot about it, never dismissed my previous efforts to help myself, (stretching, physical therapy, yoga, massage therapy, etc.), and continually tweaks my form or variations to make sure we're improving my body.

*Abby is attentive! She never looks at her phone, chats with coworkers, or lets me slack through a movement. Even though I imagine it gets repetitive to remind me to tighten my core or drive through my heels, she's always making sure I'm getting the best workout I can in each session.

*Abby is humble and hilarious. She is SO fit and awesome which could be intimidating, but I feel completely comfortable huffing through movements with her. She makes me feel like she wants me to succeed and progress as much as I do, which just creates an awesome and positive atmosphere. She encourages my goals and progress, which in turn helps me push through tough movements. She's always energied and ready to go in the mornings, and as an added benefit consistently has me laughing at her silly sayings. If you work with her, you'll soon be preferring to Thursday as "Friday Jr."

*Abby produces results! Working with her not only am I getting stronger, but she's helped me incorporate lifestyle changes in a sustainable and encouraging way. She is willing and able to provide nutrition and lifestyle advice. I love so much that she gives me tangible, easily incorporable things to add into my routine. She is an advocate for starting and small and building, and it's great to work with someone who shares a long term vision for lasting results.

If you're looking for a positive, encouraging, attentive, and results-driven trainer, you'll find it all in Abby!				
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