He's still my trainer. Still gets me in the best shape (when I'm on my grind). So stay away...too…read moremany people patronize his business now!

My friend and I stopped in for the Chicago Trampoline class on Saturday and enjoyed it a lot…read more Neither of us enjoy cardio, but she made it fun. The playlist was fire; it had hiphop, throwbacks, afro beats, and more! We did cardio plus ab/core work. 10/10, would recommend. It's inclusive to all ages, sizes, and fitness levels. She did a reallyyy good job cueing us and explaining the sets. Loved the class!

I have worked with several trainers throughout my fitness journey but gotta admit that training…read morewith Sal is not the same. Unlike working in gyms and closed doors, I started training outdoors and him incorporating different methods and strategies, made it fun and an amazing experience. I had to leave my comfort zone and start something different. It's been only few sessions with him but I've learned stuff that will last me life long. It's not only physical training but its mental as well and that's what makes his training different. If you want to take a step towards changing your mentality and workout style, I would highly recommend Sal.

Lionell is an excellent trainer. He works with you to figure out which exercises are right for you,…read morealways explains why you're doing what you're doing, and pushes you without pressuring you. I'm really happy to be working with him! He can also provide tips and meal plans for healthier eating, and will help you set measurable goals that aren't focused solely on weight. I cannot recommend Sophisticated Movement enough!

Lionell is great. I've been working with him for almost two years - through a rough pregnancy and…read morethen a year postpartum ... and hopefully, for many years to come. He tailors the workouts to your specific goals, keeps things fun and interesting, and is just generally a great guy. I enjoy working out and fitness, but get stuck in a rut if I'm on my own. I will do the same thing over and over and over. In the near-weekly workouts we've had over the past two years, we always do something new. He has great exercises, many of which I do at home. Since I've had three kids, we focus a lot on core strength and stability ... my least favorite exercises ... but Lionell takes it way beyond boring planks and turns pretty much everything into a total body exercise. He runs an inspiring Instagram about fitness and diet, which helps keep me on track during the week. I'd highly recommend Lionell if you're looking for a trainer.

In the first two months of my time at Strength Revolution my progression has been great. I've lost…read moreover 15 pounds and have been building muscle in the place of unwanted fat. I feel much better all around. The team knows best how to train us, even when I had previously been neglecting my fitness. They use an approach that is predominantly positive while challenging me to new levels.

The Strength Revolution Gym, owned by brothers Paul and Dan D'Arco is a Personal Training and Open…read moreGym facility located in Shorewood, Illinois in the Jewel Osco shopping plaza. They and their team specifically program work-outs for their clients that are designed for their unique goals while focusing on injury prevention. The Strength Revolution does not host group classes. I used to love group classes, but the more and more I work with my Trainer, Paul, the more I discover how group classes were more of a hindrance than an asset. They are fine as an addition to your workout program, but I learned that you cannot focus your entire fitness plan on group classes alone. Many gyms that have group programs, and their workouts are centered towards the general population, so there's no real progression. Also, many of those facilities allow so many participants in their classes that the instructor would not be able to address individuals experiencing issues or challenges with any of the specific movements, or the workout as a whole. So many people with difficulties get lost in the process leaving a lot of room for injuries to occur. The Strength Revolution has worked with me from Day 1. My trainer took the time to learn my personal fitness goals and created an individual based program just for me. He works with me to monitor my progress while teaching me how to keep advancing as I continue to move forward or if my fitness goals change. Paul also is very knowledgeable on injury prevention. Having a history of shoulder problems and a hip impingement, he has taught me warmup exercises and stretches to help in my heavy movements like squats, deadlifts and presses be more effective and without any discomfort or pain. He passes this knowledge onto his team as well so they can take that information and use it to help their clients. The whole team at The Strength Revolution in Shorewood are absolutely amazing. They are extremely knowledgeable about fitness and fitness programming all while helping clients like me avoid injury during training. I highly recommend Strengthen Revolution for anyone looking to progress in their fitness training, whether you're a beginner or been working out for decades.

I loved Lance's gym!! Never crowded and Lance is so awesome!!! I've already told about 20 people…read moreabout his gym because it was worth every penny. Sadly due to location change I'm unable to go, but I miss it and recommend it to everyone. Also, Lance does personal training and he did a phenomenal job! He focuses A LOT on form to prevent injury and adds on weight slowly. Highly recommend!!'

If you are looking for a no frills gym with world class powerlifting gym, this is it. Lance is an…read moreincredible trainer. His programming helped me get back in the groove. I'm not on the southside as much but this is the spot to get strong b/c here you are not special. You come here to put in work. Much love to Lance for his guidance and for keeping this spot going.

Yes, Shawn Smith is a great trainer with at least 16 years of experience. Because of him, I am more…read morefit then I have been in a long time! I like that he takes in to consideratiom that I am in my 60s and was involved in a very bad MVA. I intend to stay the course for one year because of Shawn's abilities. He is an all around fitness expert. Nutrition is part of the package. My flexibility has increased as well. Sign up today and you will not be disappointed.

I can't say enough about the facility and staff. The professional experience of the trainers here…read morethat over see my son's training is second to none. There is a personally tailored program after the free evaluation. We are starting our 3rd year here. My son has become considerably faster and more agile. He also lifts here under the watchful eye of Mike the strength coach. They are very approachable and answer any of my questions with concern to the direction I am wanting my son's training to go. I would highly recommend sending my son or daughter here for their training as we will be here for the foreseeable future.

Enrolled my 10 year old and in just 4 weeks already seeing an improvement. Most importantly they…read moreare teaching him the proper technique and form that with him for years to come. The online platform and group classes make it easy.

I have had many trainers in past years and failed. For the past 5 years I have been working out…read morewith Joe and have not only lost 80 lbs. but kept most of it off. I say most of it because my diet has not been perfect. All of us hope to achieve certain goals but the reality is that only we can achieve or goals and maintain them! Joe has always been a great motivator to get my diet back on track and is always willing to suggest better ways of eating to help me with a "complete" lifestyle. Working out is only a small part of it and a trainer can only motivate you for a healthy and balanced diet. It's up to me and when I fail I only have myself to blame. After all these years, thank you Joe for being a great motivator!

First of all, you're getting a lot more than personal training. You're getting a nutritionist as…read morewell. The facilities are great. Think of a cross fit gym set up without all the scary cross fit people intimidating you. This gym is only used for personal training so there is never more than a few people there during your session. Joe is genuinely committed to you and wants you to succeed. He's really good at what he does, will call you out when needed -- ie. you ate like crap, you cancelled so you could watch the Bachelor, etc etc. He really knows nutrition and he changes up the workouts every time. He doesn't just willy nilly push you, he has you wear a heart monitor so he knows how far to push you and to make sure what he's doing is effective. I really have no complaints and working with Joe has been wonderful. I have gotten so much stronger in just a couple months. The education about nutrition has been key in helping me work towards my weight loss goals --- if only he could transfer self discipline to me too! If you're trying to decide whether to get a gym membership or try a personal training session with Joe, just do the personal training with Joe. You won't regret it and you won't get your a$$ to the McGym anyhow and you know it. That's why you're researching personal trainers. Buy his Groupon. Get hooked. Get fit. Just do it.