Stress: It rules our lives in ways we may not realize. Whether you're feeling pressure from a that impending Thanksgiving dinner, just finished a tough workout, only got 5 hours of sleep last night or are being chased by a bear, your body releases a host of hormones as you go into fight or flight mode. What's worse: It's become our new normal, putting us in a chronic state of fight or flight. When we let those stresses build up without taking the proper time for recovery, we can experience weight gain, depression, anxiety and more.

Stretching and Relaxation is an hour dedicated to just you. We’ll go over some full-body stretching and mobility work and then go into learning some breathing techniques and meditation “drills” you can implement anywhere in those stressful situations so you can hopefully avoid all of the above nastiness. 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! SPOTS ARE LIMITED!

WHEN: Saturday, November 8

TIME: 9:30-10:30AM

WHAT: An hour-long hands-on class with some stretching and relaxation techniques you’ll be able to implement on your own whether you're getting last-minute groceries for Thanksgiving or feeling overwhelmed with family.

WHERE: Chiropractic First, 1609 Chicago Ave, Evanston

COST: $25 OR $60 if you attend this class PLUS Dr. Meggie Smith and Dr. Jennifer Medina's Mindfully Enjoying the Holidays workshop from 11AM-1PM. 

NOTES: Please wear comfortable clothes you can move around in. 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! SPOTS ARE LIMITED!

Many of us can't get to a massage therapist weekly but foam rolling can be the next best thing!

These long foam cylinders can help weary muscles and achy joints feel brand new. We just need to know exactly how to use them to get the all the benefits! 

Join IzzyFit for a workshop on how to use them!

WHEN: Saturday, September 20

TIME: 9:30AM-10:45AM

WHAT: An hour-long hands-on workshop where you will learn exactly how to use a foam roller to massage your achy muscles from head to toe. 

WHERE: Chiropractic First, 1609 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL

COST: $25 for the workshop if you bring your own foam roller; $54 for the workshop and a brand new foam roller just for you.

NOTES: Please wear clothes you can move in. Avoid pants/hoodies with strings on them and if you have long hair, please put it up. 

Space is SUPER limited so sign up now before the workshop fills up! Click here to sign up or call 312-497-8999!

About 8 out of 10 new clients who come to IzzyFit say they need to strengthen their "core". When asked what that means to them, there are a variety of answers from "doing crunches" to "holding long planks".

Core strength isn't just about your "6-pack" muscles. It's about your whole trunk: The front, the sides and back side! Core strength is about learning what needs to be stable and what needs to be mobile so the rest of your body is free to do what it's supposed to!

This class will be spent learning the building blocks of core strength and you'll go home with an action-packed list of what to do on your own to continue getting stronger. 


This class is for all levels. That said, if you are currently suffering from a back injury, sit this one out until you are healed and have your doctor's clearance.

WHEN: Saturday, August 23

TIME: 9:30-10:30AM

WHERE: Chiropractic First, 1609 Chicago Ave, Evanston

COST: $20

NOTES: Please wear comfortable clothes you can move around in. 

Space is SUPER limited so sign up now before the workshop fills up! Click here to sign up or call 312-497-8999!

WHAT: In the effort to get fit and not fat this holiday season, I'm offering a very special Holiday Survival Workshop. During this  Holiday Survival Workshop you’ll…

• Learn about stress management along with some helpful exercises you can do anywhere when the freakouts get the best of you (stress alone can pack on the pounds);
• Get easy-to-implement tips and tricks for staying on track with your goals when you go to holiday parties or have to travel;
• Discover delicious alternatives to high sugar holiday dishes (and go home with the recipes!);
• Learn how to enjoy holiday treats and drinks mindfully (yes, there will be yummy snacks and beverages to be had!).

WHY: The holidays are just around the corner (WHAT??), and as fun and exciting as that can be it’s also a little scary when you consider this: Many Americans gain more weight between Thanksgiving and Christmas as they do between Christmas and Thanksgiving.  In fact, I’ve seen claims of 6 -15 pounds gained in just those 4 weeks. The easiest pound to lose is the one you never gained. Learn how to stay in control of your waistline!

WHEN: Wednesday, November 20th 

TIME: 6:30-8:30PM

WHERE: Chiropractic First, 1609 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60201; Street parking is available throughout downtown Evanston. Parking is free for the first hour in the City of Evanston lot at Church St. and Chicago Ave. The lot is on Church street, kitty corner from Whole Foods. Chiropractic First is a few blocks from the Davis street Metra and Purple line stop.

TICKETS: $25 includes cost of workshop, take-home survival guide, snacks and beverages.
REGISTER FOR THE HOLIDAY SURVIVAL WORKSHOP HERE

I look forward to sharing my holiday survival secrets with YOU!

ABOUT IZZYFIT: Isabelle "Izzy" Libmann came to personal training in a non-traditional, roundabout way. A theater major in college and event planner and publicist after college, life was very much on-the-go with nutrition and fitness on the back burner. 

It wasn't until she hired her own trainer that she recognized what a powerful experience it can be to get stronger and feel better (read this blog post on more about what Izzy thinks it means to be strong). One major "AHA!" moment later, Izzy decided to become a personal trainer herself so she could help people feel stronger, healthier and, most importantly, more empowered.

IzzyFit was born out of the desire to train each client as an individual with programs that fit their own personal needs. You can find Izzy at TruFit Personal Training Studios, a private training facility, right in the heart of downtown Evanston, IL.

Izzy attended the National Personal Training Institute and is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. She is also a certified nutrition coach through Precision Nutrition as well as a certified pre- and post-natal trainer. She also holds a B.S. in Communications from Northwestern University.

 For more information on services, visit the IzzyFit Services page!

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A creative workshop made up of one part inspiration, a thousand parts collaboration.

Have fun, meet amazing people and move your projects, career and business forward.

When: October 23, 2013 – 7:00-9:00pm

Where: Creative Coworking — 922 Davis Street Evanston, IL 60201 [map]

Speakers : Angela Valavanis – Founder of Creative Coworking and Isabelle “Izzy” Libmann – Izzy Fit Personal Training

Topic: Freakout Moments

Tickets: $25 general admission -- REGISTER HERE!

Free for dues-paying CRAVE members. If you are not a member, you can learn more/apply to be one by filling out this simple form! If you are a current paying member email Lisa or Melody for a discount code.

In the spirit of Halloween, October’s CRAVEfuel is all about freakouts. Have you ever had that “freakout” moment? Do you have something that is currently “freaking” you out in your life or business? Everyone has a different “freakout” story and different fears that continue to constantly “freak” them out.

We will be sharing what makes us freak out and comparing how we freak-out differently within the same subjects. Join us in sharing your fears and gain new perspective at a night filled with inspiration, juicy conversation and meaningful connections.

• CRAVEfuel lasts 2+ hours. Includes wine and light snacks.
• The first 20 minutes features a speaker or panel of speakers on the evening’s subject.
• Small group discussions follow where each person’s challenges are workshopped.
• If you are a woman in transition, a woman longing for “what’s next,” or looking for a community and friendships, this event is for you.

"I don't have time to work out!" "I'm a slave to my computer!" "Does typing count as exercise?"

If this sounds familiar, let Izzy from IzzyFit Personal Training show you how you can fit in short bursts of exercise and stretch sessions into your day. We'll spend the first half of the presentation going over some general health/nutrition tips that can keep you energized and on track throughout the day.  The IzzyFit philosophy is that exercise should be a sane, fun and integrated part of your everyday life. Learn how it can be done!

Held the second Wednesday each month at noon, this lunch-&-learn opportunity features guest speakers and interactive programming geared towards challenges and issues more specific to small and home-based businesses. 

Please reserve your spot so we can anticipate how many will be attending. As always, you bring your lunch and The Chamber will supply the drinks and food for thought. TO RESERVE, CLICK HERE.