Category Archives: Running

Well-Fit will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, December 8 from 7am-12pm, open to the public. In addition to the classes, we will be hosting an Ironman Panel to discuss what it takes to become an Ironman! Join novice and seasoned athletes and coaches from Well-Fit as they discuss the considerations when signing up…  Read more »

The Chicago Area Runners Association popped by Well-Fit to experience interval training at 10,500 feet. Director of Training, Tim Bradley spoke with Sharone Aharon to get the scoop on this method of training which is doing huge things for the running community in Chicago. It’s been proven that high intensity workouts will improve your running…  Read more »

Training in a low-oxygen altitude chamber just might be the next best thing to living at 10,000 feet. As reported in Health.com by Cindy Kuzma My legs—and lungs—are burning as I pedal. The cycling interval’s only 10 seconds long, but it sure feels like the clock is moving in slow motion. Coach Mauricio Andrade stands…  Read more »

Well-Fit will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, November 17 from 7am-12pm, open to the public. Try a new class, mingle with coaches, have some food and enter to win free programs and prizes. Plus a special discount to sign up for programs offered on that day only! Chance to win an Arc’teryx Atom…  Read more »

In preparation for the Chicago Marathon, our Well-Fit athletes are turning to Altitude Training as a “boost” to their current program. Well-Fit is home to the first and only altitude training room in the Midwest and athletes are coming from all over Chicago to get an edge. The room is set at 10,500 feet during…  Read more »

David had recently moved to Chicago from Oregon and was looking for a way to train hard in a sea level location in preparation for the Chicago Marathon where he is trying to achieve a sub 2:40 marathon. “It is well known within running circles that the very best in our sport train at altitude.…  Read more »

Well-Fit will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, October 13th from 7am-12pm, open to the public. Try a new class, mingle with coaches, have some food and enter to win free programs and prizes. Plus a special discount to sign up for programs offered on that day only! Guests, email info@wellfitinc.com to reserve a…  Read more »

Lots of exciting programs, classes and deals happening right now at Well-Fit! Join now and realize why Well-Fit is the best place to train in Chicago!   Join now and receive your first month FREE! View our membership options here.   SPECIAL EVENTS IN OCTOBER: Nutrition Fundamentals for Endurance Sports Hands on Workshop with Melanie…  Read more »

Will began training with Well-Fit in the Ironman Wisconsin 70.3 group earlier this year after a 7 year hiatus from the sport.  After a 6:13 finish time in Madison, he set his eyes on the  Kaiserwink-Walchsee 70.3 race in Austria in August, looking to improve upon that time. Will started with our 5 week altitude…  Read more »

Although Mary has completed a handful of triathlons in the past, 2018 is the first full year she has trained for triathlon. She had a big year this year, competing in Muncie 70.3, USAT Age Group Championships, Chicago Triathlon Triple Challenge and in October, she will attempt her first full Ironman in Louisville. She joined…  Read more »