FitMe Wellness

11/18/2025

We are sorry to say that our 6pm Zumba class will also need to be canceled for Tuesday 11/18 due to illness. Stay healthy everyone!

11/17/2025

5:30pm StrongerMe for Tuesday November 18 will be canceled due to instructor illness.

11/12/2025

Well, it’s an abundance of riches around here! 🏆

For the past 11 years, FitMe Wellness has been honored to win (or be a finalist) in Rockford’s What Rocks business awards — every single year since the awards began in 2015.

This year, we reclaimed our 1st Place for Best Fitness Center in Rockford! 💪

And the celebration doesn’t stop there — our three incredible trainers were each named Finalists in their category. Congrats to Tracy, Rachel, and Zach! 🎉

We’re so grateful for our amazing members and community who continue to support us, vote for us, and make FitMe what it is: Rockford’s award-winning fitness community built on authenticity, care, and results. ❤️

11/05/2025

According to recent NielsenIQ data, consumers are shifting priorities — spending more on self-care and wellness, and cutting back on alcohol consumption.

🧘 What this means for you:

Investing in your physical fitness, mental well-being, and recovery isn’t just a “nice to have” — it’s a reflection of broader consumer values.

At FitMe Wellness, we’re aligned with this shift: our 24/7 access, strength & conditioning zones, and expert personal training support both performance-driven athletes and members focused on health and longevity.

Choosing wellness is proactive. If more people are re-allocating spending toward self-care, then your membership isn’t just a gym cost — it’s a strategic health investment.

💡 Pro Tip: If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your routine — maybe working with a trainer, or dedicating time for recovery and mobility — now is the time. You’re not just following a trend; you’re aligning with a lifestyle shift.

🔗 Ready to lean into better health? Visit us at https://fitmewellness.com/personal-trainer-rockford or call/text us at 815-904-6000 to explore how we can support your journey.

11/02/2025

According to Harvard Health, even modest amounts of exercise can meaningfully improve mood, reduce anxiety and stress, and help you feel more in control of your day. At FitMe Wellness, we believe that true wellness means feeling good—body, mind, and spirit.

✅ You don’t need to spend hours in the gym to feel better—just 10 to 15 minutes of movement can make a difference.
✅ Choose activities you genuinely enjoy—walking, biking, lifting, or a group class—and you’ll be more likely to stick with it.
✅ Whether you’re a lifelong gym-goer or just starting out, you’ll find a welcoming environment here—no pressure, just support.

If you’re feeling the weight of the season, consider making movement your first step. Come visit us at 5825 E Riverside Blvd, Rockford, IL 61114 and let us help you find your fit.

📞 815-904-6000

10/30/2025

**Instructor Catch-Up Corner**

Featured Instructor of the Week: Hilary

Just like our members, the instructors at FitMe Wellness are top notch! Take a moment to catch up with another one of our fantastic FitMe instructors below:

Question: What classes do you teach?
Answer: StrongerMe

Question: Favorite exercise?
Answer: Anything shoulder or glute-related. Lateral raises and hip thrust are probably my top choices!

Question: Least favorite exercise?
Answer: Planks

Question: What are three words you would use to describe your training style?
Answer: Energetic, Differentiated, & Motivational

Question: What is one thing you would want someone new to know about your class?
Answer: Come for the fun music and good vibes, stay for the great workout! I love providing our members with challenging, yet achievable workouts that will encourage them to push themselves in a way they might not do on their own.

Question: Does pineapple belong on pizza?
Answer: Optional! I can live with it, and I can live without it.

**⬇️Drop a comment and share your favorite experience working out with Hilary!**

10/28/2025

We will not have a Yoga Strong Class on Thursday October 30th. We will post a light resistance workout on the whiteboard or you can also visit our YouTube page for classes we have posted in the past!

Welcome to the YouTube Channel of Rockford Illinois most forward thinking gym, fitness center, and health club. Motivation. It's the single most important factor in being your best. That's why, at FitMe Wellness, we're focused on keeping you entertained and engaged in your overall wellness, offering...

10/27/2025

The Boylan Catholic girls’ tennis teams capped off an incredible season, sending both the No. 1 and No. 2 doubles teams to the IHSA State Tournament — a remarkable achievement built on focus, discipline, and heart.

Head Coach, and FitMe Wellness Founder, Greg Georgis often reminds his players, “Tennis has a way of shaping who you are — it teaches patience, grace, and how to stay on your toes when life sends you an unexpected bounce.”

At FitMe Wellness, we share that same belief. Fitness isn’t just about performance — it’s about developing strength, resilience, and longevity that last a lifetime. It’s no surprise that the USTA calls tennis the sport with the greatest longevity, with studies showing tennis players live an average of 9.7 years longer than non-players.

Congratulations to all our Boylan athletes — you’ve shown what it means to play with purpose and finish with pride. 💚💛

A big shoutout to our Lady Titan tennis doubles teams who competed at the IHSA State tournament last week! Way to go Avery Bridge, Luciana Burton, Janae Burke, and Miabella Matus!! ⚡💚🎾

10/23/2025

**Instructor Catch-Up Corner**

Featured Instructor of the Week: Stephanie

Just like our members, the instructors at FitMe Wellness are top notch! Take a moment to catch up with another one of our fantastic FitMe instructors below:

Question: What classes do you teach?
Answer: Spin & StrongerMe

Question: Favorite exercise?
Answer: Straight Leg Deadlift

Question: Least favorite exercise?
Answer: Curtsey Lunges

Question: What are three words you would use to describe your training style?
Answer: Adaptable, engaging, and encouraging

Question: What is one thing you would want someone new to know about your class?
Answer: Spin class is for all ages and fitness levels! You control your tension and speed and push yourself as much as you feel comfortable. I'm there to guide, encourage, and play the music! And, you will get used to the seat 🙂

Question: Does pineapple belong on pizza?
Answer: Yes (and with jalapeños)

**⬇️Drop a comment and share your favorite experience working with Stephanie!**

10/16/2025

**Instructor Catch-Up Corner**

Featured Trainer of the Week: Rachel

Just like our members, the instructors at FitMe Wellness are top notch! Take a moment to catch up with another one of our fantastic FitMe instructors below:

Question: What classes do you teach?
Answer: PushMe, YogaStrong, and TeamMe

Question: Favorite exercise?
Answer: Anything shoulders and triceps

Question: Least favorite exercise?
Answer: Deadlifts

Question: What are three words you would use to describe your training style?
Answer: Empowering, Supportive, and Effective

Question: What is one thing you would want someone new to know about your class?
Answer: Class is for anyone! It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or advanced; all exercises can be modified!

Question: Does pineapple belong on pizza?
Answer: No!

**⬇️Drop a comment and share your favorite experience working with Rachel!**

10/15/2025

💪 Building muscle may also be building your gut health.

A new study found that starting a resistance training program can actually change the composition of your gut microbiome — potentially leading to a healthier gut from the inside out. 🧬

Here’s what researchers discovered:
✅ Sedentary adults who began lifting weights showed shifts in their gut bacteria after just 8 weeks.
✅ Those who made the biggest strength gains (“high responders”) had increases in beneficial microbes like Faecalibacterium and Roseburia hominis — both linked to lower inflammation and a stronger gut lining.
✅ The changes appeared dose-dependent — the more strength gained, the more pronounced the gut improvements.

Researchers say it’s early-stage science, but the results suggest that strength training might be another way to improve your gut health — alongside great nutrition, quality sleep, and stress management.

🏋️‍♂️ The takeaway: If you’re lifting for muscle, you might also be lifting for your microbiome.

Read more here 👉 https://studyfinds.org/resistance-training-unexpected-side-effect-healthier-gut/

10/14/2025

StrongerMe will be canceled Thursday October 16. Mike will be teaching spin still that evening at 6pm