
PERSONAL TRAINER LAKESHORE EAST, CHICAGO IL 60601
​Are you looking for an elite personal trainer in Chicago? I'm a personal trainer in Chicago, providing goal-oriented, results-driven fitness training. With my coaching, you can transform your body, increase strength, and improve your health—fast
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Dennis Romatz is rated:

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TRANSFORM YOUR BODY WITH RESULTS GUARANTEED!
Are you looking for a top-rated personal trainer in Chicago to help you finally achieve your dream body?
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I can help you. I guarantee it.
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What you’re about to read is the ultimate solution to your fitness struggles—a science-backed, results-driven training system with a 100% money-back guarantee.
Yes, I’m serious.
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Get ready to lose weight, shed fat, build strength, improve mobility, fix nagging injuries, move better, reverse chronic metabolic health issues, and even enhance your athletic performance.
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And that’s just the beginning.
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With my internationally recognized credentials, proven effective science-based methods, and proprietary personal training program, you’ll finally get the results you’ve been chasing.
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You’ll also see real success stories—tons of clients who have completely transformed their bodies and health with my coaching.
Keep reading to discover how my proven system delivers real results.
GET RESULTS 10X BETTER, FASTER, SMARTER WITH CHICAGO'S TOP PERSONAL TRAINER
Dear Fitness Seeker,​​​
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Are you a beginner, overwhelmed, and don't know where to start?
Do you lack motivation to go to the gym?
Are you going to the gym without a structured program?​
Are you confused by all the toxic fitness industry noise?
I get it.​
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You're probably worried about where your first pound of weight loss or ounce of strength will come from.
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With a metabolism slower than a turtle.
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Angry at your underwear for feeling like a medieval torture device.
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As you wake up every morning with your muscles feeling stiffer than a board.
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And to top it off, you're being pulled in a bazillion directions.
*Face-palm*.
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Should I follow one of those toxic fitness influencers? That's a hard NO.
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Copy a fitness YouTuber routine? NO...they do exercises incorrectly.
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What about fad diets? Everybody's talking about keto, intermittent fasting, and the trendy carnivore diet...
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Look, most people have a bad case of "I can do it on my own"...
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Mixed with a dose of "trendy workout syndrome", and a dash of "I'll just wing it".
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And they do the wrong exercises incorrectly while eating the wrong foods...a recipe for disaster.
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Soon, they're riddled with anxiety, screaming at their mirror wondering why they still look and feel the same.
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I call this "hamster on a wheel" situation a shit show.
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I'd rather eat a plate of 50 Thai chilies and rub my eyes than try to get fit and healthy that way.
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But this isn't about me...it's about you.
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You're reading this right now because your health, fitness, and body aren't where you want it to be.
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Or maybe you're making progress towards your goals, but want to achieve better results, faster.
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More weight loss...like, dropping 10kg. in 3 months.
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More lean muscle and functional strength.
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Fix an injury. Improve flexibility, and enhance mobility.
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Boosted energy and supercharged fitness levels.​
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Have a faster metabolism and finally lose the gut.
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Be Fitter. Stronger. Sexier.
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Get more "You look amazing, did you lose weight? More "damn, you look 10 years younger" compliments from your friends.
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More jaw-dropping "WOW moments" when you look in the mirror and love what you see.​​
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Whatever your fitness goal is...
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It all starts with your new personal trainer- right below.
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*cue angels singing!*
DENNIS ROMATZ - CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER IN LAKESHORE EAST, CHICAGO
Looking for the best certified personal trainer in Chicago? Someone who takes the guesswork out of fitness and guarantees results in 90 days or less?
I can help!
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I'm Dennis Romatz, an internationally recognized, and top-rated personal trainer in Chicago, specializing in clinically focused, exercise science-based, goal-oriented, results-driven personal training.
A Science-Backed, Holistic Approach to Fitness
I bring a comprehensive, holistic approach to fitness, integrating:
✔ Certified Nutrition Coaching – Optimize performance, recovery, and fat loss
✔ Metabolic Health Specialization – Improve metabolic efficiency, regulate blood sugar, and eradicate chronic metabolic issues
✔ Holistic Wellness Expertise – Strengthen overall health through balanced movement, recovery, and sustainable lifestyle changes​
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With 38 years of personal training experience and advanced education in exercise science, corporate fitness, and nutrition, I take the guesswork out of training. My structured, science-backed coaching ensures you train smarter, stay consistent, and get results faster.
​odies in just 90 days compared to going it alone.​
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Here are just a few of my client success stories this year.​
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Taylor’s 90-Day Transformation: Lost 17.3 kg and dropped from 28% to 17% body fat. Read Taylor's Success Story.
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Piers’ 6-Month Transformation: Lost 63 lbs, completely changed his lifestyle and reversed metabolic health issues. Read Piers' Success Story.​
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Narisa’s 90-Day Transformation: Reduced body fat from 26.4% to 15.3% and gained lean muscle in three months. Read Narisa's Success Story.
I currently have availability for only 2 more clients.
"ONE OF THE 20 BEST PERSONAL TRAINERS IN THE WORLD"

Are you searching for a top-rated personal trainer in Chicago?
My relentless pursuit of fitness perfection has earned me prestigious accolades from industry experts. I was named one of the "20 best personal trainers in the world" by the Institute of Personal Trainers. This recognition showcases the value of my holistic approach, my unique fusion of distinguished exercise science, corporate fitness, and nutrition education, 38 years of successful, unrivaled personal trainer experience, and time-tested, proven effective training methodologies.
FITNESS SOLUTIONS YOU CRAVE
I'M THE ALTERNATIVE TO THE PERSONAL TRAINER STATUS QUO
I’m a highly qualified fitness specialist, not a rookie gym instructor or generic fitness coach. My stellar personal training resume is built on deep expertise in holistic personal training disciplines designed to achieve the most sought-after fitness goals. I deliver integrated, science-backed solutions through comprehensive, specialized, and customized programs that guarantee 100% predictable, successful results.
Weight loss coaching in Chicago for clients who want to lose weight, drop body fat, become slimmer, transform their body composition and look fabulous.
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Flexibility & Mobility Specialist
​Flexibility & mobility training in Chicago for those looking to enhance flexibility, increase range of motion, and move with ease and confidence.
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Strength training in Chicago for people who want to build lean, functional muscle, get stronger, and build their dream physique.
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Metabolic health training for people looking to reverse metabolic syndrome, and chronic metabolic health issues, such as gut inflammation, Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure and more.
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Strength & Conditioning Specialist
Strength & conditioning specialist in Chicago for those looking to build functional strength, enhance athletic performance, and achieve peak physical fitness.
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Corrective Exercise Specialist
Rehabilitation & injury correction in Chicago for those looking to eliminate the root cause of pain, restore optimal health and performance, and return to their daily routine with 100% confidence.
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MY RECENT WEIGHT LOSS SUCCESS STORY
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Nassar joined my Dennis Romatz 30-day holistic immersion weight loss program, and the results were phenomenal. Nassar reduced his body fat by an impressive 12% and shed a whopping 30 pounds, going from 208.6 to 178.6. ​
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CHICAGO'S TOP-RATED CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER FOR FAST BODY TRANSFORMATIONS
Are you searching for a top-rated certified personal trainer in Chicago? You're in the right space! There are a lot of toxic "fitness influencers", and fake "gurus" roaming around the Chicago personal training industry these days. Most of these people are all photo no fitness. All waffles, no syrup. 'Cause influencers lie to get "likes", but my numbers don't. For my personal training clients in 2024, I generated 73 fitness goals achieved across 27 different fitness goals, and unique clinical health needs.
Lbs. Body Fat Lost
As a weight loss specialist in Chicago, my clients have collectively lost 1,001 pounds and reduced their body fat percentage by an average of 16.9%—all through a structured, science-based fat loss approach.
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Metabolic Issues Fixed
100% of my clients suffering from gut inflammation, high blood glucose, triglyceride imbalances, and other metabolic disorders have restored their health naturally—all have even gone off pharmaceutical medications.
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Lbs. Increased Strength
As a strength trainer utilizing progressive overload strength training, hypertropy training, and resistance training programs, my clients have collectively gained 3,240 lbs of lean muscle and lifting power.​
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Injuries Corrected
Pain Free Clients
As a rehabilitative & corrective specialist, and post-physio trainer, in 2024 alone, I’ve helped 31 clients correct chronic injuries, eliminate neck, back, shoulder, and knee pain, and restore full mobility and functional movement.
EXERCISE SCIENCE-BASED PERSONAL TRAINING IN CHICAGO
I provide powerful, science-based personal training in Chicago, tailored to each client’s unique goals. My structured fitness training ensures every session is designed for maximum efficiency and measurable results—whether your goal is to lose weight, build strength, improve mobility, or enhance overall health. My in-person personal training includes one-on-one private training and two-on-one semi-private training, scheduled at your convenience for a seamless experience with 100% predictable results.
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1 ON 1 PRIVATE PERSONAL TRAINING IN CHICAGO
Train one-on-one with Chicago’s top private personal trainer in a fully private setting—no distractions, just 100% focus on your goals. With precision coaching and tailored training, you’ll build strength, lose weight, and optimize your health faster than ever before. Exclusive, science-based, results-driven training designed to transform your body in 90 days or less.

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2 ON 1 SEMI-PRIVATE PERSONAL TRAINING

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THE POWER IS IN THE PERSONAL TRAINING PLATFORM
Looking for a trainer to come to you?
Need a smarter, more convenient way to train that fits your schedule?
As a mobile, freelance personal trainer in downtown Chicago, I deliver professional, premium, private, exclusive personalized workouts right to your doorstep.
My residential personal training provides a distraction-free environment, ensuring training consistency and faster results.
I provide personal training across downtown Chicago, covering Lakeshore
East, Streeterville, River North, Gold Coast, West Loop, And South Loop. View my Chicago personal trainer service area here.
You're also welcome to train at my fully equipped apartment gym at Aqua @ Lakeshore East.
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1-on-1 personal training customized to your space, equipment, and goals
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Train where you live—no gym membership required
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Strength, weight loss, mobility, Muay Thai, yoga, Pilates & more​​​
Free trial session offer ends Feb. 28, 2025
NO MORE "HOPING & PRAYING"
THE MOST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINING PROGRAM IN CHICAGO
Are you looking for a holistic, results-based personal training program in Chicago rooted in exercise science, tailored to your individual goals, by an expert Chicago personal trainer, designed to deliver fast, measurable results with a money-back guarantee?
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I got you!
Most people try getting fit through trial and error, by stumbling through the gym, trying to figure it all out by themselves hoping for a miracle. I call this "guesswork". It's extremely stressful and often results in failure (or a therapist).
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My world-class, Signature Personal Fitness Training Program, with its holistic, clinical science-based approach, seamlessly integrates principles of exercise science, sports science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, neuro-physiology, nutritional sciences, sports psychology, kinesthetic awareness & proprioception, and therapeutic recovery protocols.
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Through advanced comprehensive fitness assessments and evaluations, nutritional and dietary screens, lifestyle scans, and meticulously crafted, individualized training program design, my program fosters empowering motivation and disciplined accountability.
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By optimizing human performance, biomechanics, recovery, and healthy lifestyle strategies & habits, my training system produces optimal performance, yielding predictable, phenomenal workout results—setting the gold standard for personal training in Chicago and worldwide.
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My Advanced Personal Training Program is biometrically tracked and data-driven, utilizing laser-focused, goal-targeted exercise protocols executed with flawless biomechanics and human movement techniques.
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By integrating cutting-edge training modalities and scientifically proven, highly effective methodologies, my progressively scaled, adaptive exercise intensities, progress monitoring, program adjustments, and training periodizations ensure continuous, measurable results with goal achievements—guaranteed.
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My comprehensive 6-step personal training process covers every aspect of fitness and literally guarantees results.
At Dennis Romatz our meticulously designed holistic, science-based personal training program is a comprehensive workout roadmap that gives people a proven effective goal-oriented, results-driven, actionable plan to follow with precision, accuracy, and 100% predictable success results.
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I've spent the past 38 years utilizing my formal university Exercise Science, Corporate Fitness & Nutrition education, hands-on personal training experience, knowledge, and expertise to perfect my powerful signature personal training program that works, guaranteed.
Your personal training program isn't my first rodeo! It's my next mission.
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And, my mission is to shrink the time it takes for you to go from "flab to fab"... To looking in the mirror and loving your body!

I currently have availability for only 2 more clients.
TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR IN-DEMAND GOALS
CUSTOMIZED, GOAL-TAILORED WORKOUTS & FITNESS PROGRAMS YOU CRAVE
Are you going to the gym without a plan?
Not sure which exercises to do or how to do them?
Are you a fitness beginner?
I can help you with a customized, individualized, goal-tailored workout plan that's a perfect fit for what you want to accomplish.
My bespoke personalized fitness workouts uniquely crafted and curated for your body and goals, deliver the quick results and efficiency you crave.
Achieve your goals across body transformations, improved health, enhanced lifestyle quality, and more.
Explore my library of 60+ personalized workouts and fitness classes designed for males, females, adults, and kids, and every fitness level from beginner's, intermediate, and advanced.
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Some of my popular fitness programs include:
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Functional Training
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Pre & Post Natal Training
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Wedding & Bridal Prep
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Senior's Fitness
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Youth & Kid's Fitness
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You might be a mature-aged individual searching for a personal trainer in the same demographic to understand your needs and requirements.
One of my signature personal training programs is "Fitness Over 50" for men and women, 50 years of age and up. I can relate very well as I'm a 58-year-old personal trainer.
HERE'S SOME GOSSIP...
THAT'S REAL
"Dennis epitomizes what every Chicago personal trainer should be...professional, ethical, credible, educated, experienced, goal-oriented, and results-driven."

Tim Hanley - InStyle Magazine
YOU HAVE QUESTIONS,
I HAVE ASWERS
Who is the best personal trainer in Chicago?​
The best personal trainer in Chicago is someone who not only aligns with your specific fitness goals—whether it’s weight loss, strength training, or complete body transformation—but also possesses the university education, experience, expertise, and scientific knowledge to deliver results.
Dennis Romatz is widely recognized as Chicago’s top-rated personal fitness trainer. As a fitness industry leader and Chicago’s leading expert in apartment gym & home personal training, Dennis follows a structured, science-backed, and results-driven approach, ensuring clients achieve maximum results in 90 days or less.
This makes Dennis Romatz the go-to fitness professional in Chicago for those serious about success and committed to real, lasting transformation.
How much does a personal trainer in Chicago cost??​
The cost of a personal trainer in Chicago varies based on experience, location, training style, and trainer's specializations. On average, 1-on-1 personal training sessions range from $75 to $150 per session, while monthly personal training packages can cost $300 to $1,500, depending on session frequency, program length, and level of expertise.
Dennis Romatz offers affordable, value-based personal training plans designed to deliver maximum results at the best price. With flexible pricing options, customized packages, and exclusive membership plans, Dennis ensures clients receive premium, results-driven training without overpaying. At Dennis Romatz, a 1-hour personal training session costs $90.00 per session.
To make getting started risk-free, Dennis Romatz provides transparent pricing and a free trial session, allowing you to experience expert coaching before committing.
Visit my Chicago personal trainer price page for complete details on my Chicago personal trainer prices, plans, packages, and memberships. Read my informative "how much does a personal trainer in Chicago cost?" blog post to get more information on the cost of a personal trainer in Chicago.
How and where can I find a qualified personal trainer in Chicago?​
If you're searching for a personal trainer in Chicago, the best approach is to look for a top-rated, University Exercise Science-educated, and certified personal fitness trainer who offers personalized training at your apartment gym, home, or private studio.
Dennis Romatz, Chicago’s leading personal trainer, provides elite 1-on-1 coaching in River North, Gold Coast, Streeterville, Lakeshore East, West Loop, and South Loop, ensuring convenient, effective workouts where you live. With affordable, value-driven pricing plans, he makes premium fitness coaching accessible to those serious about achieving real results.
Pro Tip: When choosing a personal trainer, look for certifications, proven experience, and a structured training methodology to guarantee results. Dennis Romatz offers a free trial session, so you can experience expert coaching before committing.
What does a personal trainer in Chicago do?​
A personal trainer in Chicago ensures you train smarter, stay disciplined, and achieve results faster with a structured, science-backed approach.
At Dennis Romatz Personal Training, we provide:
Comprehensive Assessments – Diagnose movement issues, strengths & imbalances
Goal Setting & Personalized Training Plans – Precision-designed for your objectives
Science-Based Methods – Proven protocols, exercises & modalities
Instruction & Education – Teaching proper form, technique & exercise science principles
Progress Monitoring – Tracking improvements & adjusting programs for continued success
Discipline & Accountability – Keeping you committed to the process
Encouragement & Motivation – Empowering you every step of the way
Maximizing Every Rep & Set – Pushing you harder each session for faster, better results
Guidance & Safety Measures – Preventing injuries & ensuring efficient, risk-free training
Want the full breakdown? Read my "What does a personal trainer in Chicago do" blog post here.
Are personal trainers in Chicago worth the money?​
Yes, hiring a personal trainer in Chicago is absolutely worth the investment, especially if you want faster, more effective, and long-lasting fitness results. A top-rated personal trainer provides expert guidance, structured workout plans, and science-backed techniques to help you achieve your goals efficiently—whether it’s weight loss, muscle gain, strength training, or overall fitness improvement.
In Chicago, hiring a certified, experienced, and results-driven personal trainer like Dennis Romatz ensures that you’re not wasting time with ineffective workouts or risking injury with improper form. With affordable, value-added personal training packages, flexible pricing plans, and customized memberships, you get elite coaching at the best price.
For those looking for premium fitness coaching at apartment gyms, homes, or private studios in Chicago, Dennis Romatz offers a free trial session, so you can experience the benefits firsthand before committing.
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Best Value for Your Money
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Faster, More Effective Results
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Personalized Programs Tailored to Your Goals
What qualifications should I look for in a personal trainer?
When choosing a personal trainer in Chicago, it's important to look for someone with appropriate NCCA-accredited personal trainer certifications, such as:
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NASM
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ACE
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ISSA
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ACSM
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NCSF
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NSCA
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NESTA
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NFPT​
Additionally, consider their experience, specialization, and compatibility with your personality and goals.
In terms of our qualifications at Dennis Romatz: Yes! I am a certified personal trainer as are all my team personal trainers here in Chicago. My coaching staff and I hold ACE, NASM, ACSM, and ISSA. We also subcontract some of our training work to a specialized coach in Chicago with a CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) certification.
My yoga instructors are Yoga Alliance 500 Hours Certified.
My Pilates instructors are Certified Pilates Instructors.
However, we aren't only PT-certified! We are University Exercise Science & Nutrition educated as well.
Additionally, we adhere to the training principles set forth by the National Academy of Sports Medicine, the leading fitness certification organization in the world.
If you are a personal trainer looking for a job and have any or all of the above-listed personal trainer qualifications, please visit my personal trainer jobs page here.
HOW IT WORKS - GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR PERSONAL TRAINER IN CHICAGO
Step 1: Click the "Book your Free Trial Session" button below.
Step 2: I’ll personally contact you to discuss your fitness goals.
Step 3: We schedule your first private training session at your apartment gym, condo, or home.
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That’s it! No gym membership needed. No guesswork. Just fast, effective results.
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Ready to start? Click below and let’s get to work!
Free trial session offer ends Feb. 28, 2025