Kim’s Healthy Recipe of the Month: Red Lentil Dal
[vc_row][vc_column][us_image image=”3008″ size=”full” align=”center”][vc_column_text] This is one of my absolute favorite lentil dishes! SimplyRecipes‘ Simple Indian Red Lentil Dal healthy recipe is made with red lentils, onions, garlic, turmeric, tomatoes, and cilantro. It makes for a great vegetarian dinner. Fun fact: “This particular version comes out of the state of West Bengal and features Bengali five […]
Kim’s Healthy Recipe of the Month: Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies
[vc_row][vc_column][us_image image=”3008″ size=”full” align=”center”][vc_column_text] Cookies for breakfast? Yes! You read that correct. Often we find ourselves stuck in a breakfast rut, making the same oatmeal and scrambled eggs several days a week. Have some fun this summer with Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies. A blog I LOVE, Organize Yourself Skinny, shares this delightful breakfast recipe with us. You can follow […]
Choosing A Summer Diet Plan That’s Right For You
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Nothing beats summertime in Chicago! The beautiful weather allows for hiking in local forest preserves, having fun at the beach, or spending all day at a festival in the city. However, for some of us it can be a wake up call. We can’t help but notice the affects that our unhealthy winter habits have had […]
Smart Small Group Training Is Here!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Our new line up of small group training is ready to go! Are you still looking for a unique way to maximize your results when working out? Register now with our Fitness Manager or speak with one of the following small group coaches; Kyle Plotsky, Justin Granat, Jo Jo Fonegra, Robert Hawkins, Nik Arun […]
Making Healthy Choices as a Family
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Original article from ChooseMyPlate.Gov (10 Tips: Be a Healthy Role Model for Children) “You are the most important influence on your child. You can do many things to help your children develop healthy eating habits for life. Offering a variety of foods helps children get the nutrients they need from every food group. They will […]
Are you ready for Summer? Join our Beach Season Fitness Challenge!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Beach body season is right around the corner. Good news, you still have time to prepare… Sign up for our Beach Season Fitness Challenge! The challenge takes place May 1st until May 31st, 2017. Workout at Sky at least 15 times in the month of May and track ALL of your workouts using the Sky Fitness Chicago […]
Kim’s Healthy Recipe of the Month: Barley and Kale Salad
[vc_row][vc_column][us_image image=”3008″ size=”full” align=”center”][vc_column_text] Here’s a wonderful hearty salad recipe from Bon Appetit which makes a perfect accompaniment to turkey burgers, fish or chicken! Barley is a healthy whole grain loaded with fiber and selenium, making it a powerful antioxidant. We tend to use barley mainly for soups, but it adds a nice touch to salads. According […]
The Benefit of MOSSA Group Fitness
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] MOSSA has a strong history in the Group Fitness industry They’ve launched their own professionally developed programs and comprehensive instructor training system. MOSSA’s goal is simple…to get 50 million people moving each week through top-quality health club partners and a never-ending commitment to creating the best group fitness programs. The original article is written […]
The Pants Won’t Fit If You Quit: My Transformation Journey
Sky Fitness member, Steven Decker, reflects on his journey through our 10 Week Transformation Challenge… 30 years of excuses have been dissipated by eight weeks of hard work. Now that I have almost concluded the 10 week transformation challenge I can pleasantly reflect my journey these past two months. Like many 64 year old men, […]
My Personal Training Journey: Positivity, Persistence and Performance
[vc_row css=”%7B%22default%22%3A%7B%22margin-bottom%22%3A%220px%22%2C%22border-bottom-width%22%3A%220px%22%7D%7D”][vc_column][vc_column_text] Sky Fitness member Michelle Ruben gives us an update on her personal training journey while participating in our Transformation Challenge… After holding a steady ranking at #3 on the Fitness Challenge board for a few weeks, my ranking has slipped to 4, then 5 and now I’m off the board completely! I feel frustrated […]