illinois gyms

The pandemic has changed how and where many people exercise.  So will the start of 2021 and peoples’ New Year’s resolutions create a boost of business for Chicago-area fitness centers already operating at limited capacity? Mike Tenerelli, owner of CrossFit Alpha Dog in Lombard, said his gym practices social distancing, taking temperatures and disinfecting equipment. “I’m seeing a little...

Waivers are commonplace for extreme sports and at doctor’s offices, but in the age of coronavirus, you may have to sign one before you get a haircut or work out at reopened businesses in the state of Illinois. NBC 5’s Kate Chappell reports.

Gyms, fitness centers and health clubs across Illinois will be permitted to reopen Friday as the state enters phase four of Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s five-step reopening plan.

Gyms, fitness centers and health clubs across Illinois will be allowed to reopen Friday as the state enters phase four of Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s five-step reopening plan. Facilities will be required to appropriately social distance and will be able to limit interactions between groups. On Monday, the staff at Spark Fitness in suburban Hinsdale was already preparing by sectioning...

Fitness centers and gyms across Illinois are facing a lot of uncertainty right now, and as people look to get back to their routines, gym owners are searching for answers. NBC 5’s Kate Chappel reports.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker offered an update Sunday on the future of gyms and fitness centers across the state as modified restrictions to the stay-at-home order are set to take effect Friday, May 1. At Sunday’s daily coronavirus press briefing Pritzker said he’s not sure exactly when fitness centers would reopen but expects it to be a challenge. “I...

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker gives his daily coronavirus press briefing after 2,126 new cases of the virus reported in the state.