POW! Gym Chicago Blogs
POW! Gym is a premier training facility for adults, teens, athletes, and kids in Chicago. Check out our blog for tips about training, nutrition, fitness, and more!
POW! Gym Chicago Blogs
POW! Gym is a premier training facility for adults, teens, athletes, and kids in Chicago. Check out our blog for tips about training, nutrition, fitness, and more!
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Teen Athlete Summer Programs in Chicago
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...
Best Dryland Training in Chicago for Swimmers
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 POW!...
Off-Season Training and Nutrition for Baseball Players
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...
Creatine 101: Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy
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 hear...
6 Strength Exercises for Men Over 40 Years Old
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...
Functional Strength Exercises & Mobility For Women Over 40 years Old
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...
Strength & Mobility Exercises for a Healthy Low Back
Spine health and hygiene go beyond avoiding back pain. The hygiene of your spine is as important as brushing your teeth or washing your hands. Spine hygiene is integrating a handful of exercises each day to maintain the health of your spine. Like any...
The 40+ Blueprint for Women: Hormones, Health & Strength
Expert strategies for navigating midlife—hormone management, spine care, and strength training. Location: –Center for Gynecology and Cosmetics, 312 N May St, Chicago, IL 60607 Date: Wednesday, October 8th⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Tickets: BUY...
The Benefits of Creatine for Adults Over 40 Years Old & Product Comparisons
Creatine is definitely the supplement of the hour right now. It is flooding social media feeds for any adult over 45 years old, with women over 40 driving sales. I’ve learned over the years: creatine is one of the most researched, effective, and...
Why Strength Training Matters After 40 years old!
Why Strength Training Matters After 40Strength training boosts muscle strength, muscle mass, improves sleep, and increases energy. These are key factors in maintaining mobility and independence as we age. Functional strength training improves balance and...
