Chicago Marathon Runner to Watch: Abbie Brewer

Keep your eyes peeled for this Chicago Marathon runner, Abbie Brewer, who found her home in Chicago and her inspiration training for the race October 9.

Get Inverted With Gravity at ENRGi

We tried Gravity at ENRGi, a series of classes that flip you upside down to help your body recover as well as to help build strength.

Marathon Runner to Watch For: Meet Mark Tudela

Meet Mark, our first marathon runner to watch. We’re sharing the stories of seemingly ordinary Chicagoans training for a feat that’s anything but ordinary.

Fit Getaway: Devil’s Lake State Park

Devil’s Lake State Park is just a quick car trip up from Chicago, here’s what you can expect and how you can navigate your way through the park.

Find Your Motivation Through Community

No matter what your motivation is, let it drive you and be the reason you get out of bed or make your way to the gym each day. One writer shares hers.

Get To Know Iron & Oar Trainer: Val Rutka

At Iron & Oar, hybrid rowing & yoga class, Rowga, is attracting new yogis. We interviewed trainer Val Rutka on coaching this class and her journey to yoga.

Five Ways to Make New Friends Using Fitness

Fitness can be the catalyst to change a lot of things in your life, pushing you to do everything from have more confidence to make new friends.

Four Things I Learned From 150 Miles With Bike MS

Bike MS is a two-day, 150-mile ride that introduces you to new terrain and new friends, all while fighting for a cause. Here’s what we learned on the way.

Our Favorite Headbands for Taming Your Hair in the Gym

When your bangs get in your way during your workout, these headbands can help you keep you mind right. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorites.

Preventing Chafing on Long Bike Rides

Hoo Ha Ride Glide was created for one purpose: preventing chafing. Read how you can prevent the dreaded chafe on long rides and in other activities.

Enjoy Free Yoga in Wicker Park All Summer Long

This summer, find free yoga outdoors across Chicago, including Tuesday Nights at Wicker Park. Soak up #SummertimeChi while you can.

SWEAT it out on the Rooftop at Joy District

SWEAT Chicago is bringing a rooftop workout to Joy District in Chicago’s River North neighborhood. Make sure you catch it before the end of summer.

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