
UNDERSTANDING CBD OIL
CBD oil is being called liquid gold… gold for your body that enables it to heal and allows you to reach your full potential. But what exactly is it, and what benefits does it offer? RISE Fitness + RISE Fitness Glen Ellyn takes a look at the CBD oil craze and explores why it's gaining a cult following. P.S. We are selling it at the studio! WHAT IS CBD OIL? AND WHAT DOES IT DO? CBD is short for cannabidiol, a natural therapeutic agent found in cannabis. It works by binding to r

LOCAL INSPIRATION
If you've ever debated participating in a RISE Fitness + RISE Cycle 6-week Back to School CHALLENGE, this story is a must read! It showcases the journey of one of our inspiring clients, Jennifer Benkert, who has lost an outstanding 80 lbs and counting since making the choice to commit to her first RISE Challenge in September 2016. Don't take our word for it, though. Jennifer has graciously given us permission to share her story. My “Rise”-olution story… where do I begin? For

RISE ALL-STAR NAMED RISER OF THE MONTH
RISE Fitness + RISE Cycle proudly announced Jenna Schweitzer its June RISER of the month! Jenna is a familiar face in the studio, where she brings her "A" game and positive vibes each day. Jenna has found personal success thanks to RISE more than once, and her personal story can be read in full here. Congrats, Jenna, on this much deserved honor! We are so glad you are part of the RISE community. #RiseGlenEllyn #RiseroftheMonth #Strong #Inspiration #Rise #RiseFitness #communit

Hitting up HIIT Kettlebell
The alarm beeps all too loud. The sun is barely awake itself, but you roll out of bed, ready to kick off your day with a kick-butt class at RISE Fitness with the ever-so-peppy and motivating Carin Fanter. While you may wonder at that moment, “Why am I up right now?,” the 1-minute plank at the end of class is a welcome 60 seconds to connect with your body before embarking on your often all-too-busy day. Though you may look at your 5-pound, 10-pound, 15-pound, 20-pound, or heav

APRIL RISER OF THE MONTH
RISE Fitness and RISE Cycle is thrilled to announce its April RISER of the Month, Andrea Monahan. Andrea joined RISE two years ago and has been dedicated to healthy living ever since. It's a pretty solid bet that you can find Andrea in the front row wearing the clothes she wore to bed the night before in prep for her workout. She's a committed RISE Challenge participant and recently cheered on her best friend as she began her RISE health and wellness journey. Andrea, you're a

#30in30 RISE CONTEST
RISE Fitness and RISE Cycle Glen Ellyn is excited to share its latest contest: #30in30! Translated from this RISE-ism, #30in30 means: how many classes can you take in the month of April? There are 30 days. Are you up for 30 classes? Put in the effort and the #30in30 Contest will pay off! Here’s how to play: Fill out the attendance board at the RISE Fitness studio with each class attended between April 1 and April 30. *Note: If keeping track is tough due to time constraints b

SPIN INTO SHAPE AT RISE CYCLE
What is 60 minutes long, burns up to 650 calories, and targets every muscle group in a low impact way? Cycle classes. And if you’ve tried a RISE Cycle class, you’ll understand how this sweat-inducing workout can bring the heat—to your muscles and by sweating out those toxins. RISE Cycle opened in October 2015, and has been met with open arms by the RISE Fitness and Glen Ellyn communities. It filled a missing niche for both athletes and recreational exercisers, and did so in a

RISE-ISMS: WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE
If you’re part of the RISE Fitness + RISE Cycle community, you know what sets us apart. We are coining the feelings of connectedness, community, inspiration, and mutual respect felt at RISE Fitness under a single umbrella: RISE-isms. According to Merriam Webster Dictionary, “ism” is defined as a distinctive doctrine, cause, or theory. If you’re new or thinking about joining the RISE Fitness + RISE Cycle community, here are a few of the motivating RISE-isms you’ll soon become

RISE FITNESS HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
Still need to do some last minute Hanukkah and Christmas shopping? Well, RISE Fitness + RISE Cycle in Glen Ellyn has you covered! The best part about shopping local? You don’t need to fight for parking spots or wait in mile-long lines at the mall, nor do you need to wait impatiently for the UPS truck! Here’s five awesome gifts that the special someone on your “nice” list will absolutely, positively enjoy. BKR Metallic Heart Water Bottles (http://www.mybkr.com/). These fashion

Stay Motivated with the Rise Holiday Challenge
December is perhaps one of the busiest months of the year, but that doesn't mean your "YOU" time should suffer! To help keep you motivated, RISE Fitness + RISE Cycle presents our new "RISE into the Holidays" contest. HAPPY HOLIDAYS from RISE Fitness + RISE Cycle This festive competition kicks off December 1 and runs through December 31, 2016. It's simple. Here's how to play and here's what's up for grabs: TO PARTICIPATE: Grab yourself a punch card at the RISE Fitness or RISE