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  • Understanding Injury Risks in Young Track & Field Athletes: What a 5-Year Study Reveals About Overuse and Event-Specific Injuries

    Understanding Injury Risks in Young Track & Field Athletes: What a 5-Year Study Reveals About Overuse and Event-Specific Injuries

    As youth sports become increasingly competitive and year-round, understanding how and why young athletes get injured is more important than ever. A recent five-season study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine followed male youth athletes training full-time in a track and field academy to uncover the most common and burdensome injuries across different event types. From muscle strains in sprinters to bone stress injuries in endurance athletes, the findings reveal how sports specialization and training loads uniquely impact developing athletes. This research highlights the types of injuries coaches and parents should be aware of—but also reveals the importance of ....

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  • Overuse Injuries in Youth Sports: What Every Parent and Coach Needs to Know

    Overuse Injuries in Youth Sports: What Every Parent and Coach Needs to Know

    Overuse Injuries in Youth Sports: What Every Parent and Coach Needs to Know Youth sports have become more competitive than ever, with many parents and coaches encouraging kids to focus on a single sport at younger and younger ages. The goal? Mastery, scholarships, elite performance. However, research increasingly shows that early sport specialization can significantly increase the risk of injury—especially overuse injuries that can sideline kids and potentially affect their long-term development. Over 3.5 million kids under 14 receive medical treatment for sports-related injuries each year in the U.S. High school athletes experience around 2 million injuries annually, ....

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  • Wrestling Singlets for Kids: How to Pick the Right One

    Wrestling Singlets for Kids: How to Pick the Right One

    If you’ve got a young wrestler in the family, chances are you've heard this phrase at least once: "Wait… I have to wear that ?" Welcome to the world of youth wrestling singlets. These one-piece wonders are iconic, practical, and (let’s be honest) sometimes met with side-eyes from kids who aren’t quite used to the look. But don’t worry—finding the right wrestling singlet can be simple when you know what to look for. Let’s break it down. Why Singlets Matter in Youth Wrestling Wrestling singlets aren’t just a uniform—they’re functional gear designed for performance and safety. The snug fit prevents opponents from ....

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  • Building Teen Confidence Through Exercise: The Self-Esteem Boosting Power of Physical Activity

    Building Teen Confidence Through Exercise: The Self-Esteem Boosting Power of Physical Activity

    Adolescence is a pivotal period marked by significant physical, emotional, and social changes. During this time, self-esteem—a critical component of mental health—can fluctuate, influencing a teen's overall well-being. Engaging in regular exercise has been shown to play a vital role in enhancing self-esteem among teenagers, fostering both physical and psychological benefits. The Connection Between Exercise and Self-Esteem Research indicates that physical activity can lead to improvements in self-esteem for children and adolescents. A synthesis of multiple studies suggests that exercise interventions have moderate short-term positive effects on self-esteem in young ....

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  • How to Choose the Perfect Gym Bag for Boxing, Muay Thai & Kickboxing Classes

    How to Choose the Perfect Gym Bag for Boxing, Muay Thai & Kickboxing Classes

    If you do boxing or kickboxing regularly, your gym bag is more than just a sack for sweaty clothes. It’s your mobile locker, gear garage, hydration station, and snack stash. You’re hauling everything from gloves and wraps to mouthguards, water bottles, and maybe even a change of clothes or post-workout snacks. The right bag keeps your stuff organized, aired out, and ready for action Here is a checklist of the items that should fit in the bag you pick: ✅ Boxing gloves ✅ Hand wraps ✅ Shin guards (if you're in Muay Thai or kickboxing) ✅ Mouthguard ✅ Small towel ✅ Water bottle ✅ Athletic tape (because things happen) ✅ Deodorant/body wipes ✅ Clean T-shirt or hoodie ✅ Snacks or ....

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  • Anthony Schleicher Dominates Pro Kickboxing Debut!

    Anthony Schleicher Dominates Pro Kickboxing Debut!

    POW! Gym Chicago’s very own Coach Anthony Schleicher made an unforgettable statement in his professional kickboxing debut, securing a dominant victory and proving that his skill, discipline, and relentless work ethic are second to none. Stepping into the ring for his pro-fight March 8, 2025 in Hammond, Indiana, showcased the same precision, power, and fight IQ that he instilled in his 2023-2024 winning streak. His performance reflected the blueprint his Coach Austin Lewis laid out. Anthony's technical striking, movement, and pure determination were obvious during the evening bout. This win adds another major accomplishment to an already decorated career. In 2024, Coach Anthony ....

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  • 4 Medball Exercises for Baseball & Softball Players

    4 Medball Exercises for Baseball & Softball Players

    4 Med Ball Drills to Build Rotational Power, Core Strength, and Shoulder Health At POW! Gym Chicago, we’re all about training smarter, not just harder — and that means using versatile tools like medicine balls to develop functional strength that translates directly to sport and life. Whether you’re an athlete looking to boost performance or someone simply working to improve core strength and joint health, these 4 med ball drills pack a punch. Why Med Ball Training Matters At POW! Gym Chicago, we integrate med ball training into our sports performance programsbecause it builds functional strength, improves core-to-extremity power transfer, and enhances athletic ....

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  • Birthday Party Themes At Pow! In Chicago

    Birthday Party Themes At Pow! In Chicago

    Superhero Birthday Party at POW! Gym Give your child theultimate action-packed birthday experiencewith ourSuperhero Training Party!Perfect for kidsages 4 and up, this high-energy celebration transforms every guest into ahero in trainingthrough exciting, instructor-led activities. Whether your child dreams ofscaling walls like Spider-Man, sprinting like Black Panther, or showcasing Hulk-like strength, we customize every party to create an unforgettable adventure! 🎉 Superhero Training Birthday Party Includes: ✅Three 25-minute mini-classes that take the best parts of our superhero training classes and adapt them for a birthday celebration. ✅Customizable themes based on your ....

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  • The Ultimate Guide to Chicago’s Best Active Birthday Parties

    The Ultimate Guide to Chicago’s Best Active Birthday Parties

    Planning a memorable birthday partyin Chicago? Whether your child dreams of high-energy sports challenges, action-packed Nerf battles, ninja training, or an epic superhero adventure, the Windy City has no shortage of amazing party experiences. From interactive open-play parties to themed celebrations that bring your child's favorite characters to life, we believe you need to ask a few key questions. These party venues are for the active kid and the parent looking to send their guest home exhausted! Do you want an instructor-led party or more of an open play? Instructor-Led vs. Open Play: Two Ways to Keep Kids Active at Birthday Parties When it comes to active birthday parties, ....

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  • Value of In-season Training, Lactate-Based Recovery Workouts: Explanation & Examples

    Value of In-season Training, Lactate-Based Recovery Workouts: Explanation & Examples

    What is a Lactate-Based Restoration Workout? A lactate-based restoration workout is a low-intensity training session designed to help the body clear lactate more efficiently after high-intensity exercise, gameplay or competition. It leverages active recovery principles to promote circulation, enhance mitochondrial function, and reduce muscle fatigue while maintaining an aerobic training effect. It also produces growth hormone output and even stimulates the endocrine system to respond. See below for a deeper explanation of how growth hormone can increase output. What does this mean? During intense exercise, the body produces lactate as a byproduct of anaerobic ....

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POW! Gym Chicago Google five star review - R Monson

R Monson

I can't say enough about POW. I joined about a year ago and it has been life changing for my strength, conditioning, balance and just overall well-being.  The coaches are outstanding and take care to learn different students' capabilities then adjust workouts individually as needed. As a complete newbie when I started, this made me feel safe and comfortable in trying all these new things. Everyone both working and attending the gym have  been warm and welcoming from my first day.  I highly recommend checking it out!

POW! Gym Chicago Google five star review - Fred Maurer

Fred Maurer

I'm a repeat customer. Outstanding owners and staff, some of the best I've met in the fitness and self defense world. The class offerings are on point, diverse, and continually evolving. Their commitment to the success and growth of their customers is amazing. It's truly personalized. They take into account your ability, experience, and goals while nicely pushing your boundaries. The training sessions can be intense but the atmosphere is casual, fun and relaxed. The facility is impressive, spacious, clean, convenient, and well maintained. Great equipment, well stocked with quality machines and gear. POW is also active in the community including helping veterans. Great team, great place, great outcomes.

POW! Gym Chicago Google five star review - Christopher Tak

Christopher Tak

Having been a member of 5 different gyms (2 strength/conditioning, 1 wrestling, 1 boxing, 1 MMA) I’ve found POW to be the cleanest, most professional, welcoming, and accessible gym by far.

There are at least three other reasons for why POW is an excellent gym:

1. POW has the equipment and space I need to do any of the aforementioned activities (Strength/conditioning, wrestling, boxing, MMA).
2. The owner clearly only hires qualified staff who contribute to the professional/welcoming environment.
3.  I have seen both families and high-level athletes in this gym. It takes a certain kind of gym to accommodate both.

That being said, I have no problem stating that POW is the single best gym in West Loop.

If I recall correctly, I have only ever written 2 Google reviews in my life. The reason why I took the time to write this one is so that you can join POW, give them business, and keep them around so I can continue to enjoy this gym for years to come.

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