by katalin ogren | May 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
New! This Summer: Teen Programs & Special Offers Girls Strength Training (Teens) Wednesdays at 11:00am Designed specifically for female athletes If we see strong interest, we will add another session This does not replace or impact our current teen strength...
by katalin ogren | Apr 29, 2026 | Uncategorized
Why Our Program Actually Transfers to the Water A lot of programs look good on land… but don’t translate when it matters. Dryland must support specific skills within the pool – improving off the block and flip turn skills, as well as strokes and body lines. At...
by POW | Sep 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
At POW! Gym Chicago, we don’t guess—we coach. As the Chicago home of the Parisi Speed School, we use the most proven speed and velocity system in the U.S. Parisi built the blueprint: mechanics first, smart progressions, and results that hold up under...
by POW | Sep 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
Why Your Creatine Might Be Making You Bloated (And How to Fix It)I get asked about creatine constantly at the gym. It’s one of those supplements that actually works—the research backs it up for strength, power, recovery, and even brain health. But I also...
by POW | Aug 31, 2025 | Uncategorized
At POW! Gym Chicago, strength has always been the foundation. Since 2001, we’ve helped men in the West Loop and beyond train smarter, get stronger, and stay resilient. Owner Katalin Rodriguez Ogren has prioritized strength training for over 30 years — not...
by POW | Aug 31, 2025 | Uncategorized
Building Strength for Life at Home & in the Gym This video shows 3 awesome exercises with one dumbbell. They can be done at home. I suggest starting with 5 reps per movement, per side, and 5 sets. There are also two of my favorite mobility exercises that can be...
