Best Gyms

Who says getting into shape can't be fun?
Not me! I want you to sweat it out in the best local places. You'll find them here.

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• Cheetah Gym - Bucktown

  2002’s Real World loft space converted into a popular, often crowded gym known for its range of daytime classes. Great customer service.

  1934 W North Ave.
  Chicago, IL 60622
  (773) 394-5900

  cheetahgym.com

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• CorePower Yoga - Gold Coast

  Newcomers get a free week of unlimited classes otherwise $18/class.

  12 W Maple Street
  Chicago, IL 60610
  312-266-9642

  corepoweryoga.com

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• David Barton Gym - River North

  Swank decor, personal TV’s on cardio machines, russian baths and handsome men looking at beautiful women…and men.

  600W. Chicago Ave.
  Chicago, IL 60610
  312.836.9127

  davidbartongym.com

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• East Bank Club

  Large, exclusive gym that might as well have it’s own zip code. Top-notch amenities and dining, plus mani/pedi service and optional singles scene.

  500 North Kingsbury Street
  Chicago, IL 60654
  (312) 527-5800

  eastbankclub.com

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• Equinox - The Loop

  A favorite because eucalyptus-scented towels never go out of style. Caters to express fitness crowd whose social life thrives outside the gym. Closed on Sundays.

  200 West Monroe Street
  Chicago, IL 60606
  312.252.3100

  equinox.com

• Lakeshore Athletic Club - Lincoln Park

  A full-service gym, spa, physical-therapy clinic and round-the-clock day-care, all under one roof. Club keeps late hours for your convenience. Time Out’s pick for best sports program in 2010.

  1320 W. Fullerton
  Chicago, IL 60614
  (773) 477-9888, ext. 123

  lsac.com

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• Symmetry Fitness Center

  Cool, loft space gym with a focused approach to fitness. Skilled personal trainers. No attitude.

  401 W. Ontario Suite 400
  Chicago, IL 60610
  312.944.4961

  symmetrycenter.com

• Tejas Yoga

  4 levels of classes: basic, gentle, moderate and vigorous. Men’s only class on Wednesday evenings. $16/class

  1133 S. Wabash Ave. Suite 101
  Chicago, IL 60605
  312.386.9642

  tejasyogachicago.com

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• WEST LOOP ATHLETIC CLUB

  Amenities include a junior-Olympic-size pool, a regulation-size basketball court, and locker rooms you’ll want to spend some time in (sauna and newly renovated steam room). Boot Camp, Triathlon Club and Running Club.

  1380 W. Randolph St.
  Chicago, IL 60607
  (312) 850-4667

  westloopathleticclub.com