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How To Not Get Injured Lifting Weights

How To Not Get Injured Lifting Weights

February 1, 2023

“I want to start lifting weights, but how do I not get injured?” Many associate lifting weights with getting injured, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Injuries can happen in any activity, which is why we don’t like to use the term “prevention”. We can’t fully prevent them, but can do our best

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Why Adults Should Strength Train

Why Adults Should Strength Train

January 30, 2023

Don’t really care if you like lifting weights or not. Adults should strength train. Strength training, also known as resistance training, is an important aspect of any fitness routine, particularly for middle-aged adults. Regular strength training can lead to numerous physical and mental benefits, including improved muscle mass, bone density, and balance, as well as

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Should Women Strength Train While Pregnant?

Should Women Strength Train While Pregnant?

January 23, 2023

Strength training or exercise in general, have always been in question when it comes to pregnant women. Many of these false claims come from old school thinking and a lack of legitimate research. It is remarkable how many pregnant women come to us still asking if it is safe for them to be lifting “X”

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4 Tips to Avoid the Holiday Weight Gain.

4 Tips to Avoid the Holiday Weight Gain.

December 7, 2020

Holiday weight gain is something we all dread. Here are 4 Tips to Avoid the Holiday Weight Gain. ‘Tis the season of comfort foods, hot chocolate, endless holiday treats, and plenty of drinking with family and friends. This year we may not be spending extensive time with family and friends, but the treats and cocktails

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3 Easy Ways to Get Moving At Home

3 Easy Ways to Get Moving At Home

May 16, 2020

Here we are, two months into a seemingly endless repetitive cycle. Motivation is at an all time low and quarantine fatigue is at an all time high. We are all getting restless and in these times we tend to over stimulate. Unfortunately our go to stimulations are in the form of a couch, binge watching,

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Why Runners Should Lift Weights

Why Runners Should Lift Weights

October 17, 2019

Strength training is vital for optimal performance and injury reduction of runners. If you’re a runner you’ll want to check this out.

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What People Are Saying About Lift Chicago

  • I recently joined Lift ~2 months ago and it's been an incredible experience! Whether you're a beginner (like me) or seasoned pro, this gym caters to all. Victoria, my coach,... read more

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    Finished my first ten days of training here and truly impressed. The four trainers I alternated between were all very attentive and friendly. Paid attention to my goals and paced... read more

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  • 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

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    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

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  • I’ve been training at Lift for almost 2 years and have gained so much confidence in my lifting and strength. Every trainer is approachable and knowledgeable, making for a very... read more

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    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

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    One of the best workouts in the city. Always challenging and thoughtful workouts. Being able to see myself grow stronger and stronger week after week is all thanks to this... read more

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  • Love the Lift classes- they are really unique, with 5 circuits and a mix of weight stations with some cardio, too (rope pulls, sleds, etc.). The coaches are the best... read more

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    The women's LIFT class has been a highlight of my week for a few years now. Sarah is a fantastic trainer who puts together great workouts and provides helpful feedback.... read more

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    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

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