Northwestern Medicine Huntley Health & Fitness Center

05/02/2026

One year of growth, strength, and smiles 💙

From last year to this year, it’s been amazing to watch our Inclusive Movement participants build confidence, friendships, and skills alongside our trainers.

A big THANK YOU to our clients from the D158 LIGHT Program for being part of this journey. We loved exercising, dancing, and playing basketball with you every Wednesday this past year—we’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished! We can’t wait to see you again soon!

05/02/2026

Attend this slow yoga class, designed to help you unwind and breathe easier through gentle movement and breathwork.

05/01/2026

✨✨✨ Team Member Spotlight ✨✨✨

Meet Matt, one of our incredible Fitness Specialists! Matt works with clients through personal training, Inclusive Movement, and leads our Rock Steady Boxing classes—bringing energy, encouragement, and expertise to every session.

What Matt enjoys most about his job is helping people reach their goals and being a positive influence on their health and wellness journey. His passion for supporting others shines through in everything he does.

When it comes to food, Matt’s favorite is prime rib from any North Woods supper club—a classic choice! He also enjoys listening to grunge and indie rock.

One of Matt’s favorite travel experiences was visiting Alicante, Spain, where he got to enjoy beautiful scenery. Outside of work, Matt loves spending time outdoors. Whether he’s camping, fishing, kayaking, or running, he’s always finding ways to stay active and enjoy nature.

Next time you see Matt in the gym, be sure to say hi and thank him for the positive impact he makes every day!

04/30/2026

Beginners, join us for Intro to Pilates Reformer and learn the basics. Register today at the Member Services Desk.

04/30/2026

Gain strength, confidence, and connection when you join our Inclusive Movement program. Register today.

04/29/2026

💪 Recovery Wednesday with Trainer Anthony 💪

Active recovery in Anthony's routine looks like putting worked joints and muscle groups through a modest range of motion while focusing on breathwork and restoring elasticity in the joints and tendons. It’s intentional movement that supports healing without adding extra strain.

His go-to recovery workout is yoga combined with deep stretching and calisthenics. This approach creates the perfect balance of flexibility, light resistance, and core stability, all while prioritizing range of motion and joint recovery.

If you only have 10–15 minutes, Anthony says foam rolling is a simple and effective option. It’s great for deep tissue realignment, helping target sore areas so you can feel more mobile, refreshed, and ready for your next workout.

Anthony believes one of the biggest misconceptions about rest days is that they’re a waste of time or that you’ll lose muscle. In reality, proper recovery is essential for growth, improved performance, and even better sleep. Let go of the self-doubt — rest days are part of the process.

Remember: You don’t get stronger just from training — you get stronger from recovering right.

04/29/2026

04/28/2026

Pause and make sure to include breaks as you exercise. Learn why:

Taking a few moments between exercises can support your fitness progress and overall health. Learn the benefits of rests between sets.

04/28/2026

Take 26 group fitness classes throughout the month of May to be entered for one month of complimentary dues.

04/27/2026

Join us for our Open House and bring a friend for a morning of activities, exploration, raffles and more. Learn more: https://www.nmhfc.com/blog/fitness-and-friends-open-house-event-2026/

04/25/2026

A massive THANK YOU to everyone who joined us this past Thursday for our Inclusive Movement Community Mixer! 💙 We had such a wonderful time connecting with each of you—sharing conversations, moving together, and celebrating what inclusive fitness is all about. We’re grateful for every smile, every workout, and every moment of support. Here’s to continuing to build a space where everyone belongs and everyone can move. 💪

04/24/2026

Taking rests between workout sets is just as essential as building strength. Learn more:

Taking a few moments between exercises can support your fitness progress and overall health. Learn the benefits of rests between sets.