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  • Is Personal Training Worth It for Weight Loss vs. Strength Training?

    1.The Modern Fitness Dilemma For anyone setting foot in a gym, one of the most common questions is simple yet deeply personal. Is hiring a personal trainer really worth it, or can strength training alone deliver the same results? In Chicago’s energetic West Loop, the fitness scene thrives on variety and ambition. From boutique gyms to big-name fitness centers, people are looking for results they can see and feel. The challenge lies in choosing the approach that delivers the best outcome for their specific goals, especially when it comes to weight loss. While strength training builds muscle and boosts metabolism, personal training adds something more. It offers structure, expert oversight, and accountability, blending cardio and resistance exercises into a customized plan that matches your unique body and lifestyle. At MODE Gym, this approach turns effort into measurable transformation. The truth is that weight loss success rarely comes from effort alone. …

    November 1, 2025

    By Mode Gym

  • What Are the Benefits of Combining Personal Training and Group Classes?

    Section 1: Why Combine Personal Training and Group Classes? Many people struggle with the choice between booking personal training sessions or joining group classes. Each option has clear benefits. Personal training ensures focused attention, precise guidance, and a plan tailored around your goals. Group fitness classes deliver energy, accountability, and the fun of working alongside others. When you combine the two, you get the best of both worlds. Personal training provides the structure and expertise you need to progress safely and effectively. Group classes surround you with support and motivation that makes it easier to stay consistent. The hybrid approach helps you achieve results faster, keeps your workouts more enjoyable, and reduces the chances of hitting a plateau. At MODE in West Loop Chicago, this combination is part of the philosophy that fitness should be smart, sustainable, and community driven. Instead of treating personal training and group fitness as separate …

    October 4, 2025

    By Mode Gym

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    Is 1 Month of Personal Training Enough?

    One month, four weeks. Can that really change your body, or your mindset? It’s a question that lingers in the minds of many stepping into fitness for the first time or returning after time away. Some expect dramatic transformations. Others are simply curious about what’s possible. At MODE, we encourage a different perspective. The first month isn’t about the finish line, it’s about laying the foundation for everything that comes after. So is one month of personal training enough? Let’s break it down. What Actually Happens in the First 30 Days One month. That’s four weeks. Depending on your perspective, it’s either a blink or a breakthrough. But when it comes to personal training, especially in a high-caliber space like MODE Gym, the first month isn’t about dramatic before and after photos. It’s about ignition. The initial weeks are where your nervous system steps onto center stage. Most early improvements …

    August 2, 2025

    By Mode Gym

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    Should A Beginner Get A Personal Trainer?

    Introduction Starting your fitness journey can feel like stepping into another world. The equipment looks unfamiliar, the routines sound complex, and the questions start piling up fast. Should you be doing strength training or cardio first? How many days a week should you work out? Are you even doing that squat correctly? For beginners, the gym can be an intimidating place. That is why many people consider hiring a personal trainer right from the start. But is it really necessary? In this blog, we will explore whether beginners truly need a personal trainer, what the benefits are, and how working with the right trainer can make all the difference. If you are starting from square one and looking for a space where guidance is built into the culture, MODE Gym in Chicago’s West Loop might be the perfect place to begin. Why Personal Training is Valuable for Beginners Customized Programs …

    July 1, 2025

    By Mode Gym