I cannot say enough good things about IzzyFit. I'll write out a lot more details below, but the bottom line is Izzy is wonderful and I highly recommend working with her. I started with Izzy 2 years ago, and can easily say it is one of the best decisions I've ever made for myself and my health. Prior to this, I had never been very physically active and I had always been pretty wary of gyms, trainers, etc. When I set up an appointment to meet Izzy, I was very unsure about starting and worried about embarrassing myself when working out. From my first day meeting with Izzy, not only did my cautiousness/hesitancy around personal training quickly begin to fade, but I became excited about training with her each week and building strength. Two years later, and I see Izzy twice a week for personal training and wish I could go more often. Izzy's knowledge, infectious enthusiasm, and dedication make each training session fun and motivating. She continuously shifts and updates my workout program so that I'm always engaged, challenged, and building strength and new skills. She is fantastic at modifying exercises so that they best fit my body's ability. Overall, I've learned so much about my body and how it moves over the last two years, and I can now move and lift so much more than I ever have been able to (e.g. band-assisted pull-ups, push-ups, deadlifts, and much, much more). In addition to physical gains, I also feel more comfortable in my body and more confident in my body's strength and abilities. IzzyFit is also great because of the community involved in training with Izzy. She often has two people train together for each session (although they are each doing their individualized training program). This really builds a sense of community and support around working out. She also owns and trains at TruFit, which is easily the most welcoming, body positive gym I've been to. The trainers are friendly, experienced, and encouraging, and the clientele are diverse. The gym makes clear efforts to be inclusive and to support the community. As part of this, there are ongoing fundraising opportunities to support the gym in providing personal training scholarships. All in all, I highly recommend contacting IzzyFit if you are looking for a great personal training experience. :) read more

When my fiancée (now husband) and I moved from NYC to Chicago almost six years ago, we agreed that having a personal trainer to get fit for the wedding was worth the financial splurge. We both were experiencing a lot of change (e.g. new jobs, new city, and wedding/marriage); and to us, maintaining our physical health was critical to managing all the stress. What we didn't expect was to have fun along the way! Every week, my husband and I looked forward to our Izzy workouts. Not only did we feel good physically, but we felt like a team. There is nothing better than hearing both your trainer and your spouse call out "You can do it!" as you conquer a hard workout. Izzy's creative, fun exercises had proven results. Both my husband and I felt perfect on our special day. (Thanks, Izzy. ) Fast forward to current state, I still work out with Izzy. She always finds a way to fit me in and/or be creative with our schedules. Izzy understands that training isn't just about getting physically fit. It's about helping a client be the best version of themselves. read more

Hey, Izzy! You are such a GEM and I think we need to get you out in front of a massive group of people because you make staying fit so darn fun. As a 47-year mom of young children, I had been trying to figure out more ways to exercise as a family. I ventured into a workout session with Izzy and our two girls, and boy did she put us to work passing weight balls, alternating this task and that and having a great time. Thanks to Izzy's openness to training us, these girls love to be active and beautiful because they see her doing just that - she is a treasure. read more

I've had one session so far - and I'm so excited about that I can't wait to work with Izzy FOREVER. Thank goodness she just moved to Chicago - people of Chicago - sign up with her as quickly as humanly possible! Izzy is incredibly knowledgable - but she dishes the info and exercises in easy to understand ways. The whole session was fun, relaxed, and time literally flew by - I could not believe an hour had passed when it was over. She also knew how to make the exercises work better for me - with a touch here or a verbal explanation - and voila, I was feeling the burn (in a good way). She made me feel good about myself and excited to make progress (which is amazing since I generally am not a fan of the gym). I cannot wait to meet with her again! read more

Izzy is the best! I am so grateful to have found her. I am a 57-year old woman who sits in a chair listening to psychotherapy clients much of the day. I was feeling it, let me tell you! When I met Izzy, she took the time to closely evaluate what kind of shape I was in and what my exercise goals were. Six months later at 2 sessions per week, I can safely say that this is one of THE best health decisions I've ever made for myself. Izzy observes my sessions carefully, checking to make sure that my body is properly aligned. She also will easily change up a workout session if my back is feeling a little sore, etc. I am never bored with my workouts because she changes the routine every several weeks. I have learned so much about how to build certain muscle groups and how to listen more carefully to my body. I feel more energized, less stressed, and am in much better physical shape than I have been in a long time. Izzy is a pleasure to be with: she is bright and intelligent and funny. I can't recommend IzzyFit highly enough. read more

Excellent facility and trainers. One of the best personal training locations on the North shore! I love the trainers, the atmosphere and the quality of the operation. I can't say enough about Izzy and her staff. read more

IzzyFit is amazing! I am a chiropractor and moved to Evanston 1 year ago and thought that it was going to be hard to find a place to refer patients for continued exercise. Wow was I wrong! The very first week in Evanston, I met Izzy at a local event and hit it off right away. Her understanding of not only the anatomy of the body but her understanding of how it is suppose to move, blew me away. It is a great feeling to know that I can send someone to her and she will take care of them as if she is taking care of a family member. She is great at setting goals with each patient and helping them meet if not exceed them each time! If you've had a personal trainer before or if you are looking for a personal trainer in the surrounding Evanston area, I highly recommend you meet Izzy because this will either be your first or last trainer you ever work with! She is amazing! read more

I recently (February 2014) attended a fitness conference with Izzy and asked if she would perform a fitness consultation with me after hearing her share some ideas I thought sounded very promising. I had never met her before but it sounded like we had similar beliefs so I sought out her feedback and suggestions for my personal benefit. I really liked Izzy's idea that fitness should be holistic rather than a cookie-cutter, one size fits all approach. I like her individualized assessment and evaluation of each client before designing a specific workout program. This approach is not always prevalent in the fitness industry as some trainers have a more simplistic approach to dealing with clients. The individualized assessment also requires extra effort on the part of the trainer but it is essential to designing a comprehensive, safe and effective program. Izzy explained she incorporates ideas from various disciplines to create an effective and safe workout program to address the person's physical and other needs. Izzy also listened to my questions and concerns which is always important when dealing with a new client. With Izzy, the focus rests clearly on the client's needs and goals. She is very concerned that clients feel comfortable and safe when working with her. Izzy is clearly an expert in her area of fitness and should be a first choice for those in the Evanston area looking for a progressive and effective workout program. read more

Izzy is amazing. She embraces the philosophy of being healthy and happy at any size, and she has taught me to love the things my body CAN do instead of punishing myself for the things I cannot (yet) do. Isabelle is the most caring, considerate, and motivating trainer. The workouts she creates are personalized to my abilities and my goals, and I know that Izzy will push me to my limits while making sure that I maintain safety and alignment in all my movements. She genuinely cares about her clients, and I am grateful for all the support she consistently provides. I walk out of every session feeling like a better, stronger, happier human being. Thank you, Isabelle! read more

Anyone who thinks that they are too busy to get healthy MUST contact IzzyFit. I am a CRAZY busy stay-at-home mom who runs a full time business from home and moonlights as an actor. After my son was born, I found it very difficult to find the time to get to the gym. Then I found Isabelle. And I am SO THANKFUL to have her on my side. She comes to my house three times a week for an hour a time and prepares a fresh and exciting program every session. She took the time to learn about me... my specific goals, my injuries, my insecurities, and built a program specifically tailored to my needs. After 12 weeks of working with Isabelle, I have lost a significant amount of body fat, I feel less stressed, I am sleeping better, and have an overall sense of renewed energy. I also feel empowered. Last year I thought that I was never going to lose the baby weight. Now, after a short time with Isabelle, I know it's only just a matter of time before I am looking (and feeling) better than I ever have. Isabelle is not only incredibly knowledgeable about the physical aspects of training, she helped me with my nutrition and my overall health (like looking at my sleeping habits and my stress levels). In session, she is encouraging and supportive. But she will push you in the way that you need to be pushed. If you are serious about getting healthy, then I suggest you contact Isabelle at IzzyFit ASAP. It's only a matter of time before this genius of a trainer is taking Chicago by storm, one client at a time. read more

Before I came to Izzy I loathed exercise and didn't know the first thing about weight and strength training. After working with her, she has instilled in me a brand new knowledge and enthusiasm for strengthening and exercising my body. I owe her the largest debt of gratitude because thanks to her I have a new relationship to exercise, eating well, and self-care. She has absolutely turned my life around and I am so excited and empowered to keep working on my physical fitness routine. I recommend her highly to anyone looking to start fresh and be cheered on every step of the way! read more

Izzy is the best! I do personal training with her and my sister who is pregnant. Izzy is able to think on her feet and modify any exercise for both of us. I have had many bad personal experiences with personal training but Izzy is not about shaming people into getting fit. She is a positive, encouraging, upbeat trainer who really cares about her clients. If you want a breath of fresh air in te fitness world, call Izzy. read more

I can't say enough good things about IzzyFit! I took a group class with Isabelle and worked out with her one-on-one. She is warm and supportive and is a great training and lifestyle coach. Her classes were great fun and her personal training sessions were very specific. She was great about making small adjustments to my form and breathing to help me workout smarter, not harder. She asked me to push myself but always in a safe way, and she celebrated my successes and made me feel like a rock star! Plus, she gave me great results. I definitely felt and saw the results from her workouts. You won't find a better trainer! read more

IzzyFit is fantastic! I trained with Isabelle one-on-one to prepare for my wedding. I wanted to tone up for my fitted gown and I wanted "bridal arms." She tailored my workouts to meet my goals while also accommodating some old injuries. She's so knowledgeable, but makes you feel comfortable. Not to mention she always celebrates the little victories and makes you feel like a rockstar! I definitely got my bridal arms, but I also got the special confidence that comes from meeting your goals. Can't thank Izzy enough for getting me there! read more