Testimonials

I just read the article you emailed to us regarding motivating ourselves to exercise. There are days when I don’t much feel like it, but I think having Mark Tolle as my personal trainer is quite the incentive. Although I only see him once weekly, he has printed out exercises for me to do at home which run about an hour or so, and some other stretching exercises to help with my little twinges here and there because I am getting older. The first thing that he does when I see him is ask me “How are you feelin’ today? Depending upon my reply, this structures my session with him. I bought a stationary bike when the pandemic started, so use that for cardio or walk outside weather permitting. I also just recently partnered with a friend who is very out of shape, overweight, and has low energy and we text each other what we are going to do in the way of exercise or what we have already done which is a motivator.

Actually, the priority for motivation should be working with a personal trainer because he/she can be a motivating factor in of itself. When I am home, I actually hear Mark in my head telling me what to do and when to rest between sets. I attribute my motivation to Mark as well as the desire to get those good endorphins going which greatly improves my mood. I owe Mark a lot – for helping me work on balance, strength, and cardio and I am the healthiest I have been in a long time. Mostly, it is for my health – and for my mind as well as my body.

So thank you for sending these encouraging emails. It exemplifies the well being you have for your members. Kudos to you!

52 years ago, four months before I started my internal medicine practice in Highland Park, I had back surgery.

My patient population was oriented toward healthy habits ie not smoking, weight control and regular exercise. My older patients were fit and much healthier than the average older person.

Ten years later, I was having enough recurrent back pain that I began to swim every night. I started at the Multiplex/Sach Center in Deerfield and have continued swimming for the last 42 years as it controlled the pain.

When my grandson started playing basketball, I decided to renew my basketball skills

I switched to the Sky 15 years ago. The attraction was that the basketball court was available more frequently. The gym equipment was more varied, with a regular length lap pool plus a warm water pool for after exercise.

Under new management, the very friendly part owner and manager, Larry Heller, was always present to iron out any problems.

More importantly, 4 years ago, at the age of 78, I needed to increase my cardiovascular fitness and my shoulder and leg strength if I was going to be healthier and active in my 80’s.

The Sky has trainers for every age and skill level.

When the Sky closed for COVID-19 last spring, I was limited to outside power walking and basement exercises. I hurried back to the Sky on the first day that it reopened in early June. Strict regulations exist for social distancing, masking even up to the edge of the pool and limited locker room use make it a very safe place. The high ceiling building dilutes any airborne droplet spread.

I know I am more physically fit than the 80 year-olds in my former practice and I am thankful for what the Sky does to keep me safe while trying to live healthier and active.

As a member of Sky Fitness for many years, the club is better than ever! Those that let the fear of the virus become an obstacle to attending once again, please think twice. Sky Fitness was always the cleanest club around but now it’s immaculate! Thanks to all of you for your continued dedication and efforts to serve our community. We will continue to get through these times together and we will be in much better health because of you!

I have been a member in the fitness center for 12 years now. In the 3 and a half ‘corona stay home months’ all i was able to think was when will the gym get finally re-open.. eventually the blessed day has showed up, and since then it feels like life starts to make sense again.. The staff is very nice and welcoming, the gym feels safe and clean. Most importantly, there is this Beatles/Pink-Floyd/ELO/LZ/Cold-play music plays in the background a good amount of the time; And that just makes the work-out feels like a breeze..

Age and a few falls took their toll on my knees. Doctors didn’t really help. I went to a few physical therapists, but the sessions were short and limited, and although the sessions helped, I was still in pain. I had trouble descending stairs or standing for any length of time. I decided to join Sky Fitness to build some strength. Right away, I met Robert Hawkins, who helped me with some of the weight machines. I decided to hire Robert as a personal trainer. What a great decision! After a few months, my knee pain is gone and I have so much more strength overall. And a great deal too – so much more time and help than I was getting from the doctor’s physical therapist at a fraction of the cost. Robert is careful and attentive and shows me how to try new exercises to build strength. I walk away tired, but never in pain. I highly recommend Robert and Sky Fitness!

“This is the best gym I’ve ever had the experience and pleasure of being a member at. Every year they are adding new and innovative services and amenities to keep the customers engaged. I have had a blast getting to know the staff, and everyone makes me feel welcome!”

Amazing place! They have something for everyone from golf simulators to aerial yoga. Been coming here for some time now and just can’t believe the transformation. Nicely done guys! Will keep coming back. Jamie, the yoga trainer, ROCKS!

Yes, Yes, Yes – a serious approach to fitness & advanced athletic training, for professional athletes, student athletes, and for people of all ages and fitness levels who want to take their workouts to the next level. The quality and variety of the Sky Fitness equipment is unsurpassed. They keep the spacious facility spotless at all times and in perfect working order. Knowledgeable, friendly staff – a pleasure! Elaborate class schedule – definitely! If you want the gym-club scene typical of Chicagoland facilities, don’t join SKY Fitness. If you want a truly superior level of athletic or fitness training at a world-class gym, this is your dream come true. Try it out ONCE, you’ll be hooked – Ask for LARRY… tell him Top Dawg sent you : )

I have been in fitness centers and clubs all over the country (including East Bank, Bannockburn, country clubs, cruise ships, you name them), but Sky Fitness has them all beat. The manager Larry takes a personal interest in the members and the facility. There are machines there you will only find in the weight rooms of a pro-sports team. They also have a climbing wall, basketball court, and indoor track. Clean locker room with full size lockers. Not the small half lockers that you need two or more! They just added a brand new dry sauna and steam with a huge lounge area with a large flat screen. Very nice and compliments to the management. Staff is friendly from checking you in to if you have a question using a machine. A bright clean locker room is a must for me and they meet all my expectations. With plenty of towels!