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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 I can't recommend these classes enough! If you are an experienced lifter, new to lifting, or anywhere in between, this class will be well worth your time.				
Christine Ryan
 
					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
 
					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

					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.				
ben schwertz
 
					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.				
Christina Carrdellio
 
					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 me throughout while directing my form ( chief concern is not hurting myself). Loved that John especially has me trying new machines which keep me engaged and interested while working out ( I'm easily distracted). Excited to go back for another session. Their reputation is well deserved.				
Alexis Youn

					Lift is THE place to go to perfect your training, perfect your form, and have an incredible time while doing it. Josh and the other coaches are the smartest and... read more best in the industry and you always feel like you are in good hands. Scheduling is always simple. Parking is a breeze. Clean studio. Clean locker rooms. To top it all off, lift provides a space that truly fosters community and the growth of your fitness goals. Cannot recommend lift enough! They are the BEST!				
Jake Morrissy
 
					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 is fantastic and I really enjoy training with her — she tracks my goals, adjusts my workouts to fit my needs, and even recommended me great training shoes. She is so fun to train with! The gym’s boutique feel and cleanliness create a private atmosphere, emphasizing safety with equipment always neatly stored. I highly recommend Lift to anyone embarking on their fitness journey! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐				
Lauren Dicken
 
					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

					Doing the group workouts has been the exact motivation I needed. The small group let's the trainer give me personal adjustments and everyone else pushes me to get it done!... read more Haha Very accepting and fun environment				
Maya Gorlicki
 
					Great coaching in an excellent facility.				
Rick Sudekum
 
					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

					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 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
 
					The best gym in Chicago area. Highly recommended. The sessions are super efficient and you are always working out under supervision of best coaches in town. It is super clean... read more and they are taking all Covid related required measurements.				
Daniel Seyyedi

					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
 
					When businesses understand what matters, it makes a world of a difference and Lift Chicago understood that it’s not just about providing a place to workout, it’s about creating a... read more unique personalized experience to make people want to come back.  Lift has great energy, good equipments, unique training approach & most importantly they have the ‘right’ people.  It’s the perfect balance of challenge (both physical & mental) & fun towards individual growth.  I enjoy my workout sessions (w/Peter) despite my hurt ego; truly no gain without pain.  Highly recommended!				
Tausif Khiani

					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!				
Ryan Carter
 
					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!!				
Alexis Jawny
 
					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

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