So now that LA fitness took over Bally's there is no cheap gym chain across from work. Well I…read morestarted using the gym at the office and couldn't be happier. It is an annex of the YMCA. I am not sure if it is open to the public or just employees of the Zurich Towers. But after a couple weeks I wish I joined earlier. They have all the weights I need (including up to 100# dumbells). Plus good cardio and free towels.

Great little gym…read more Everyone has different workout routines and styles, so what you look for in a gym will be different from person to person. Here's the highlights to help you choose. It's a chain, but not a big one like XSport or Lifetime. So, if you want a big chain gym where you can travel and go to any gym this may not be for you. I know they have several locations but mostly in the Chicago Northwest suburbs. It's not very big, but they have a really good selection of machines and equipment. They don't have big locker rooms, hot tubs, pools, or exercise rooms for classes. I don't need any of that, so I'm glad they don't have it. The focus here is on working out. Even though the big gyms are probably double or triple the size of Fitness 19, they always seem so packed and you have to wait for the machine you want. Fitness 19 is good because you don't bump into people or have to wait a long time to get on the machine you want. With that said, I'll say this isn't a muscle head gym either. I used to work out at XSport, and there were always muscle heads that obviously took something to enhance their muscle growth. Good atmosphere. Everyone seems to be in a decent mood. Perhaps since it's a small gym there are a lot of people living around the area that go here. A lot of people seem to know each other and have a good time. Lastly, it's pretty reasonable for price. I believe I got started with a deal that was either $11 or $12 per month, but I paid for my year in full / advance, and got a further discount. You really can't beat the price and quality of this gym.

To amend my last review, I wrote it right after talking to several patrons about the class. To be…read morefair, it's very possible that it was the only time to hold the class. Jason and Ashley really have a great gym and I want my review to reflect that.

I really liked this place even though the owners weren't the most...well, organized. The New You 6…read moreWeek challenge went great for me and a friend that signed up. However it was after those 6 weeks were over that I encountered multiple erroneous charges on my card that they refused to credit back in a timely manner because it's their 'policy'. The monthly policy that was never explained as soon as the 6 week challenge was over. The gym is extremely dirty and not well maintained. They claim they have someone that comes to "deep clean" it every Sunday but the cob-webs and puffs of dust that come up from the floor suggest otherwise. I'm really disappointed because I liked coming here despite the not-so-clean appearance. But after talking to several other members that have been going there for awhile they admit to attendance decreasing recently and I for one know I will never come back.

I would definitely recommend giving this place a try!! I was scared at first since I had previously…read moreonly been to corporate gyms where they only seem to want your money. I can honestly say I felt right at home as soon as I got started. Ivan is great. I can't compare him to any of those other trainers I've had in the past. He knows how to push you to do your best. You can tell he loves his job and cares about his clients, not to mention his knowledge.

Giving a bit of the benefit of the doubt here, as this location is mid-flight on its transition…read morefrom Xsport to LA Fitness. That said, it definitely needs some TLC. The menus room is missing about half of the lock rings on the lockers, and two of the urinals are out of service - presumably leading to the vague bathroom smell in the locker room. From an equipment perspective, it seems to be well maintained and/or relatively new. There is a basketball court and plenty of benches/free weights. Day pass is $20 - inline with most places. If you're in town and need to do some lifting, this is a good spot for it.

The equipment here is old and run down but generally usable. Peolple at front desk are friendly and…read moreit's usually not too crowded during the daytime when I have been there. Worst part here is the cleanlinest. I don't expect much from gyms as far as being clean but this place is disgusting from the gym itself to the lockeroom and showers. I'm starting to think LA Fitness took over the X-Port locations to run them into the ground and then close them. Nothing like eliminating your competition. LA Fitness really needs to step up and do something with the former X-Port locations I've been to this one and the one on Belmont and Lincoln in Chicago and both seem very run down and dirty.

I had a great and encouraging visit. The owner is well educated and thorough, and did not pressure…read moreor push solutions or products on me (something others have done which only cost me $ and didn't help). He listened and focused on my main issues, explaining possible causes and solutions. The staff are personable and friendly, too. Highly recommend.

I've been struggling with skin issues like extreme eczema flare ups and odd skin peeling at the…read moretips of my fingers until it's painfully raw for decades. Over the pandemic, I had noticed random hives. I say, random, because I wasn't sure of the trigger. After a clear bill of health from my primary care physician and a bandaid fix of steroid creams from the dermatologist, I was determined to find the root cause and fix it. This is where Daniel and TBD came into the picture. With blood, stool, and urine tests that were easy to do at home (I'm in LA by the way), it was determined I had leaky gut, possible SIBO, and a body full of mycotoxins. I immediately jumped into the protocol Daniel prescribed which consisted of eliminating foods my body is extremely sensitive to and foods that have a potential for high mold/mycotoxin content. I'm halfway through my 3rd month of elimination and 2 months in to the supplement protocol to heal my gut and eliminate mycotoxins. I'm slowly healing and have experienced my eczema flare ups reduce and have noticed a decrease in the 'random hives'. I also hadn't realized I was pretty much bloated all the time prior to making these changes and just didn't know until I started this protocol. You start to just accept the uncomfortable until you know you can actually FEEL better. I'm looking forward to continuing the elimination diet and the supplement protocol.

My dog had an absolute blast here. He's a labrador, which means he naturally loves to swim…read more Unfortunately he doesnt get much access to water, so this was a great way for him to tap into his natural instincts. instructor was pleasant and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend this place if you're looking to get your dogs exercise or therapy!

Took my overweight brown lab for a swim. Marissa and Chayo were very patient with Miss Lucy who was…read morequite hesitant and tired. We had a great time and bought a 5 swim package for her. She will be very excited when she comes back. Facility is clean and provides all dog needs for a swim experience.

Nice employees help with signing up easy to comprehend and very friendly and understandingread more

Absolutely terrible experience with Anytime Fitness Rolling Meadows and manager Colin. I signed up…read morefor a membership, but later the SAME DAY realized they did not even have a pool, which was the entire reason I joined. I immediately called to cancel and was told over the phone that my membership was canceled. Weeks later, they still charged my account anyway. When I called back, they refused to refund me and acted like no cancellation ever happened. Either the staff is completely incompetent or they intentionally lied to keep charging me. This feels extremely dishonest and predatory. Charging customers after telling them their membership was canceled is unacceptable. Management clearly does not care about transparency or customer service once they have your payment information. I would strongly recommend avoiding this location and getting EVERYTHING in writing if you ever attempt to cancel anything with them.

This is my second CrossFit box since joining the evil empire, though I travel a great deal for work…read moreso I have dropped in on many. Justin is straight up the best CrossFit coach I have ever encountered. His knowledge base is off the charts and his patience for people like me that are still working to perfect movements is a breath of fresh air. You won't feel like an idiot if you have a higher than normal learning curve, and he knows how to push you without putting you into situations that can lead to injury. If you are a new person just starting CrossFit, you should consider yourself lucky to have him to teach you the ropes. The facility itself is friggin massive. The largest box I have ever been in and it is well organized and kept tidy. One of my principal issues with my old box was how cramped it could be with larger classes but that has never been an issue at Rise. Programming is offered 6 days a week and there is open gym and Yoga offered on Sunday. There are 3 types of classes offered including 'fitness' for beginners, 'performance' for intermediate levels, and 'competition' for the elite athletes. The programming at Rise is quite challenging and there is a much greater focus on weightlifting than my previous experience elsewhere. They do occasionally offer boot camp style classes that are basically CrossFit minus a barbell, but I would suggest to everyone to just get over this initial fear and take the normal classes. It won't be long and the barbell will feel like another appendage anyway. There is a small locker room for you to change and take a shower if you are hitting up the box before work, and the front desk offers the usual FitAid and similar products if you need a post workout pick me up. The community aspect CrossFit is noted for is alive and well at Rise. The last person finishing is just as important as the first one, and you can expect a degree of camaraderie and bonding among your classmates if you show up regularly. Overall, Rise is a great option for CrossFit for any skill level. I plan to keep coming as long as they will have me.

Updated review: I…read moreended up hurting my knee here Fell off the rings funny and the gymnastics pads for landing were no where to be found. They were willing to pause my membership but refused to refund. I'd expect a bit more attention to members especially during covid and social distancing Also when I signed up, one of the owners had my credit card registered under her. It ended up auto billing me for a second month. Took almost a month for her to fix and remove having my credit card information. They are friendly but seem to just lack general care of members otherwise

I love working out! Wait. Did I just say that? With Push Fitness I do. It's a results driven…read moreprivate gym with knowledgeable trainers that know what they are doing! I love my trainer, Michelle A! I am in the best shape of my life, looking and feeling great. All of the trainers are friendly and helpful. I enrolled in the 6-month program so unfortunately my time is almost up! I saw results after one month and I see RESULTS after 4.5 months. Highly recommend! If you don't take care of your body, where will you live?

Push Fitness has given my life back, literally. I didn't realize how greatly I was compromising my…read morewellness before working with the team at this outstanding facility. Everyone's guilty of stasis in some aspect of their lives--getting used to how things are and putting up with less than the ideal. For a long time, I assumed that I'd never be able to truly lose the weight I'd gained, lost, and regained over the years. Worse yet, I assumed that getting older had to be accompanied by slowing down, having less energy, and dealing with aching joints and constant soreness. Don't let your life continue at less than its full capacity! At 43, I'm in the best shape I've ever been and continue to improve because of the nutritional counseling, group fitness classes, and personal training sessions offered at this studio. They've taught me the habits, mindsets, and skills to feel, look, and function at my best, for life. The staff treat one another and their clients like family, which--fair warning--means you will be held accountable to the goals that you've set for yourself because they care about you and want the best for you. "Care" can be expressed a lot of different ways, too--don't assume that you won't work well with a personal trainer because you've had a bad experience elsewhere. Whether you want a trainer with drive, calm, kindness, humor... however you'd characterize it, there is someone at Push with the personality and approach that's suited to you. The only people who shouldn't join Push Fitness are the ones who are satisfied on the slow track to fitness which, let's be honest, is a roller coaster at best and, more often, a slow retreat from the results you really want. I've been there--after losing significant amounts of weight four times over the last 16 years and regaining it every time (and then some), I've lost more than 40 pounds since joining Push just three months ago--almost 20% of my total body weight--while gaining muscle mass. This weight loss is different this time because I have the benefits of the Push team's expertise on my side. When you're ready to put in the work it takes to regain and optimize your health, and if you recognize that expert guidance will multiply the outcomes from the time it takes to do the work, join Push. No other investment is ever going to yield better returns than those you put into to your well-being, and their prices are quite reasonable considering the results you'll see in a very short time frame.

The lady at the front desk was a b!tch and she canceled my membership because I forgot my idread more

This EGV PF looks nice, pretty standard as they all are decent but hardly fantastic... however,…read morethis one is different in that their single water fountain/station has water that tastes like sewage. I spoke to their club manager, Carly, who said their specific Elkay didn't have a filter in it and used just the EGV water as is... WTF. I went on Google, which states these fountains have filters that last 3K gallons. Then, their regional district manager Rachael F, who coincidentally had been there that day, gave me a bottle from the sales cooler to shut me up during my complaints and questions on this disgusting water situation. JFC what is wrong with this location?