I started working out at Phenomenal Fitness a little over 3 years ago, to get rid of 3 year old “baby weight.”  I am not a person who has ever enjoyed sports, considered myself athletic, or liked working out.  But through the nurturing and knowledgeable training expertise of co-owner and fitness expert Sean Armstead, I have lost approximately 35 pounds and at age 40 I am smaller and, most importantly stronger and more physically fit than I have ever been in my life.  It has truly been a transformational... Read more →

Phenomenal Fitness is not a gym, it is personal training business. It can handle goals from as modest as avoiding middle-age decay to as big as body-building. Most of the clients are looking to be fit (my category) and does that very well. The owner most-often on site, Sean Armstead, will do just about anything to make a customer happy. While phenomenal fitness provides diet advice, I don’t avail myself of it, so I can’t tell you about it. But I see a number of the other customers appreciating... Read more →

I’ve started personal training sessions with Sara who came highly recommended.  I’ve tried sessions everywhere with everybody over many years and this has been my best experience.  She is motivating, focused, and encouraging.  I’m not getting any bullsh@#t with her.  If your serious about getting in shape I encourage anyone to go here.  I like the people, and the vibe of the gym.  Everyone is so nice, and Sean (the owner) is very personable.  They definitely make you feel welcomed and comfortable.

I’ve been going to Phenomenal to work out for nearly two years now – I never thought I’d be one to get into the workout routine, but I did. Every Tuesday and Thursday morning it’s like seeing family there. We all help and support each other even if we’re with different trainers. I’ve never felt like I had to lose weight, but with Zak and Linda’s help I’ve toned up and feel great. No one should feel embarassed to go to this gym – I even recommended my dad... Read more →

I have always been into working out and playing sports, but never worked out with a personal trainer until I went to Phenomenal Fitness. The facility is quite spacious and the staff is great and treats everyone respectfully. I was pretty skinny when I started and now have gained over 10lbs of muscle, over the last 2 1/2 years. I train with Zak who is an excellent and knowledgeable trainer. I would recommend their group workout sessions, because you still get a lot of personal attention even though there... Read more →

I’ve been going to Phenomenal for nearly a year now. I never worked out consistenly in a gym nor with a trainer so this was a new experience for me regarding working out. I’ve always been a runner and got my work out that way. After working out with Zak all these months, I’ve have definitely noticed a difference in my strength, attitude and I am motivated to always be challenged next time I go. Proper technique is key to doing the exercise the right way and not getting... Read more →

A friend (DC Madhatter) introduced me to Phenomenal Fitness two years ago. At first I didn’t appreciate all the benefits. Goofing off and not doing what was told for success, I thought “I can do this at home.” Wrong! Yes, I went back to Phenomenal Fitness recently. This is an appreciation note of thanks for all that is and was done for ME. I’ve lost weight and promised to continue the process.. If I were to construct a commercial about my experiences at Phenomenal Fitness this is where I... Read more →

I have been working out at phenomenal fitness for 6 months now, and I don’t think I would ever go anywhere else.  I live near O’Hare, and the travel time is significant, but I don’t care because its always a blast every time I go.  Sean is my trainer(and the owner), and I have never met anyone like him.  He is supportive and knows his stuff.  The workouts are never the same, and in an hour you don’t even realize you have done a full body workout. Don’t get... Read more →

I’ve been working with Zak now for just over a year.  Prior that that, I had been lifting on my own for 2 years.  I had gotten pretty far on my own but had developed bad habits with worse form. Zak has helped me clean up my form and as such my lifting has increased more in a year than it has in 2 on my own. He is always reachable by text and will always answer your questions.  He’s provided input for my other work out days when... Read more →

Great Workouts!!!!!!!    My doctor suggested I start exercising to manage my depression associated with menopause. So I started working out two times a week at Phenomenal Fitness. Several months into working out I realized I was no longer depressed. Sixteen months have passed and I’ve lost weight and inches , while becoming stronger and more toned. I feel GREAT, and I’m more confident as a result. I train with Sean, who has several other clients in a small group. All of which are at different fitness levels and... Read more →