For Intense Conditioning of Homewood, the silver lining of the COVID-19 pandemic’s dark cloud arrived on April 3, when owner Janet Caldanaro officially reopened the business in a new home. Caldanaro started the business seven years ago almost to the day in a small shop at 18033 Dixie Highway. She[Read More…]
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Members back to exercising at H-F Racquet & Fitness Club
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District’s Racquet & Fitness Club has been seeing a steady stream of people in the pool, in spin classes and taking advantage of the cardiovascular equipment and track. Eileen Rohrer, club manager, told H-F Park District commissioners the average daily attendance is 130 people. The club, at[Read More…]
Be Well 2020: Yoga can reduce daily stresses, helps young and old stay fit
Yoga is for everyone. Liz Smith, owner of Serendipity Yoga Studio in Homewood, said she occasionally hears from people who protest that they can’t practice yoga because of one health condition or another, whether it’s lack of flexibility, excess weight or a chronic disease. She’s eager to help them see[Read More…]
Preschoolers tumbling class starts March 12
The Homewood-Flossmoor Park District is offering a new tumbling program for 3, 4 and 5-year-olds this spring. Preschool Tumblebears will help young children develop overall fitness and motor skills through challenging activities on gymnastics equipment. Instructors will follow a weekly curriculum to ensure each child is learning at his or[Read More…]
Attitude and ambition fuel journey to success for Homewood trainers
At first glance, it might look like Earl Bell and Cherie Terui worked their way up using their muscles. That’s only part of the story. A closer look shows the local trainers used attitude and ambition to become successful fitness business entrepreneurs. You’ve reached subscriber-only content Register for free to continue[Read More…]
Racquet club starts virtual fitness classes
First-time-ever virtual fitness classes at the Homewood-Flossmoor Racquet & Fitness Club offer opportunities whether you’re an early riser, have free time in the afternoon or want to fill an open evening on your calendar. You’ve reached subscriber-only content Register for free to continue reading Free 3-day trial Already a subscriber? Log[Read More…]
Diet, exercise program starts Jan. 11 at racquet club
If your New Year’s resolution was to take the weight off, the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District has a special program to help get you started and keep you motivated. “Jump Start Challenge” meets from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 11 through March 29, at the H-F Racquet & Fitness Club, 2920[Read More…]
H-F grad on her way to fitness superstardom
Betina Gozo was a dedicated band member and an all-around music enthusiast. Now she’s a gym guru and fitness superstar. She says she’s lived the best of two very different worlds. You’ve reached subscriber-only content Register for free to continue reading Free 3-day trial Already a subscriber? Log in here.
