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Positive: Communication ,  Professionalism ,  Quality Love the Lift classes- they are really unique, with 5 circuits and a mix of weight stations with some cardio, too... read more (rope pulls, sleds, etc.). The coaches are the best and check everyone’s form throughout. Great music, too.

Its always been a great experience with a professional environment, high quality and well maintained machines. I'd definitely recommend this gym to anybody wanting to reach personal goals for themselves.

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 and check everyone’s form throughout. Great music, too.

I started training at Lift over a year ago, after my daughter recommended it. I typically work with the same trainers, but it varies occasionally, and all have been careful,... read more knowledgeable, and seem to know just how much to push me. I’m always relieved to be finished, and very glad to have done the workout. I’m not one who enjoys working out, but I feel like my time at Lift helps keep me healthy.

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!

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.

Amazing, diverse gym. Place to get strong and lean.

Great programming. Great staff. Pete is very tuned in and makes sure you get the most out of the workouts.

If you're looking to train with coaches in safe, and clean environment away from crowds this is it. These coaches have years of experience and bring their expertise to... read more each and every client. It doesn’t matter where you’re starting from, they’ll tailor a program to meet your needs and ability, all with a focus on helping you achieve your goals while providing support and encouragement along the way.

LIFT is fantastic!! The trainers are motivating and push you to your max but not in a way that you would injure yourself. The work outs are challenging but... read more not intimidating. Thanks Pete! I have been going consistently for close to a year and I feel stronger and back to where I was before I had a baby. The facility is very clean and great COVID protocols. Scheduling is easy too

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... read more sign up 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

WOW!!! I cannot say enough great things about Lift Chicago! Truly a fantastic experience. First off, with all things COVID, I felt very safe and comfortable using the equipment. Every... read more trainer is cleaning and disinfecting after each client they are with and the gym overall was very clean. I had the pleasure training with Coach Abby! She is the perfect trainer to motivate, challenge and listen to your fitness goals. She targeted all my areas of concern and made the 45min fly by! She also is great working around the client’s schedule to ensure the best quality experience. Everyone in the gym is so kind and welcoming! I felt like a regular right away :) Also one of the trainers, Chad, helped me purchase my monthly package and was very helpful! Made the process very quick and efficient and answered all my questions. Overall, I was extremely pleased with my time and training season at Lift Chicago! Can’t wait to see what Coach Abby has in store for me next week! Go check them out!!

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!

I started training at LIFT over a year ago in prep for my wedding. I have never looked or felt better! I have worked with almost every coach, and they’re... read more all amazing. Best gym in Chicago.

I have a very busy schedule, so my training sessions need to be very efficient, staying under an hour at all times. LIFT provides a highly “efficient” workout protocol—... read more time is maximized by increasing intensity to produce great results in half the time. Their 30-minute model uses shorter rest periods to tax the muscular and cardiovascular system simultaneously. By doing so, you are able to do more quality reps in 30 mins than someone would be able to do on their own in a full hour. And, when it comes to strength training, quality is always better than quantity, which they focus on.

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.

Love everyone here and they all get to know you even if you aren't their client. I train with Abby twice a week and it's always a great experience. She... read more knows when to push you and challenge you, takes injuries into account, and is a genuine trainer who cares about you and your goals both in and out of the gym. Her WMNLift class is also awesome and a great paced workout with a fun group. She's also a total badass who practices what she preaches and does races and competitions herself.

Started working out here a couple years ago. Love the instructors and the variety of classes offered.

I've been going to LIFT for over a year and a half and I cannot say enough positive things about this gym. The minute you walk in, you are personally... read more greeted by all of the coaches- they really make you feel comfortable and excited to be there. The facility is clean, the equipment is top notch, and all of the trainers are fantastic. One of the best qualities of this gym is that they personalize workouts to your body and injuries. They don't rush through the workout just to get it done- they make sure your form is correct and you are actually benefiting longterm from the exercise or movement. I am moving from Chicago and I can say this is one of the things I will miss most!

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 crew. Not a single bad trainer in the group!

Great variety of classes, the instructors are awesome! All very helpful and help you with any questions you may have.