We are a strength and conditioning facility in the West Loop. We offer powerlifting, Olympic weightlifting, Hyrox, Sports Performance and Strongman.
Come get stronger with us and be a part of our amazing community.
08/31/2026
This weekend’s Strongman Saturday was a hit! We had a lot of fun experimenting with Conan’s Wheel of Pain, Axle Bar Wagon Wheel Deadlifts, Rope Pull and Sled Drag, and Last Man Standing Sandbag Over Bar!
Our next Strongman session will be on Sunday, September 27th from 10am-12pm! You can sign up on our website or we will be sharing the link on our story.
Come lift heavy stuff with us!
08/26/2026
We love our people 🫶🏻 thanks Rae, for the 5 star review ❤️
08/23/2026
New blog is up at gndstrength.com
Strength and fitness are for everyone! If you’ve been nervous to start, read our full blog and come check us out in the West Loop.
08/21/2026
We’re opening our first 20 spots to get personalized coaching, a structured plan, and a small group to train alongside without the feel of a crowded class.
Founders Semi-Private is $399/month for 2x/week training sessions.
Your training program is organized in our app so you always know what you’re working on and can keep building from week to week.
STARTING AUGUST 31
Only 20 Founders spots at this rate.
Fill out the form on our story or website to get started and we’ll connect with you to find the best training days.
*Regular gym membership is not included and this special is not available to current clients*
In no particular order…. But we think a cool, inclusive gym is definitely top 3 basic needs 😏
08/20/2026
Looking for a place to train, prepare, and compete in HYROX?
Our HYROX affiliate facility is built for athletes who want to get stronger, faster, and race-ready with the equipment, training options, and community to help you prepare for your next HYROX.
Join us now through August 24th with a membership, 1:1 training, or semi-private training and receive EARLY ACCESS to the Chicago HYROX entry.
Train here. Prepare here. Race Chicago. 🏁
Flash Sale ends August 24.
08/19/2026
Gotta train ‘em all! And don’t forget your cardio ❤️🤍
This is why the USAW Level 1 Course is great for totally new coaches and lifters as well as coaches who are established and wanting to level their services up.
GND is hosting USAW Level 1 on October 24th and 25th. Seats are limited, and you won’t want to miss out on all the knowledge 🧠
Link to register on our website and our story.
08/17/2026
Our next Open Gym is on September 5th! That means that guest pass fees are waived from 10am-12pm, so it’s the perfect time to come check us out!
Before the Open Gym, Unbroken Rehab and Athletics will be hosting a free knee pain clinic! Starting at 9am, Timothy Flounders PT, DPT and Jerick Islan, PTA will be presenting on why knee pain happens and what you can do about it. Seats are limited for the clinic, so sign up now to become the best athlete you can.
08/15/2026
We are 4 weeks out from GND x Run Mag Mile and coincidentally we have 4 runs left with our group run crew.
We would love for you to make it if you’re running Mag Mile with us or if you’re just looking for a group to have a chill run with. The link to sign up for the group is on our story.
See you all soon!