Chicagoland, Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) teamed up with the local Chicago Muscular Dystrophy Association to sponsor one of MDA’s largest fundraisers, Clubs for the Cure. During the months of May and June FFC raised $30,000 in research funds for ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis known as Lou Gehrig’s disease).  FFC created special activities to encourage hundreds of Club member donations.  These included staff Personal Trainers and Massage Therapists who donated services matched financially by members; spin-a-thon type classes and other fitness events; and numerous raffle prizes provided by FFC vendors purchased by members. Additionally, FFC matched all staff financial contributions and donated $25 for each new member that joined an FFC location.

Clubs for the Cure began when a prominent fitness industry visionary, Augie Nieto, was diagnosed with ALS in 2005.  Nieto, founder of LifeFitness® Equipment, formed Augie’s Quest, (www.augiesquest.org), the year he was diagnosed, which supports the latest research for the cure for ALS.

Gale Landers, FFC Founder & CEO, appealed for mass participation from FFC Club members and staff.  “I’m elated with the results and our vendors were very generous sponsoring the raffle prizes” said Landers.  “I continue to be in touch with Augie, who extends his gratitude to all. Despite his physical ailments, his mind remains very sharp. He and his wife Lynne continue to lead and influence thousands of people in the quest for this cure.”

The goal for Augie’s Quest nationwide is $18 million with over $14.5 million raised to date.  For more information log on to www.ffc.com.

Please click here to view all the Augie Raffle Winners!

Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) Gold Coast at 1030 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL, has installed a new ‘Green Roof & Sundeck”. FFC Gold Coast opened in 1994 as a 72,000 square foot fitness complex serving the near north and surrounding community. Amenities include an indoor running track, junior Olympic sized indoor pool, full size basketball court, Spa and lounge with flattering north, south, east and west views of the city skyline and Lake Michigan.

The 12,000 square foot Green Roof was designed by local award-winning Landscape Designer Christy Webber & Associates, whose work includes The Monroe Gardens at Millennium Park, McCormick Place landscaping, and Rancho Verde (a 12.5 acre green sustainable site and home of Webber’s headquarters on Chicago’s west side). Green roofs are becoming increasingly popular in urban locations as they are extremely versatile and assist in sustaining the environment. Significant indoor energy savings for heating and cooling can be realized because they provide protection from the sun, wind, heat, and cold. Green roofs can extend the life of a roof up to forty years. Additionally, green roofs lower surrounding air temperatures, reduce storm water runoff, and reduce noise due to their sound absorbing qualities.
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May, 2008-Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC), a Chicago regional operator of upscale health and fitness centers, is teaming up with the Chicago MDA (Muscular Dystrophy Association) to sponsor one of MDA’s largest fundraisers, “Clubs for the Cure”. Throughout the month of May, FFC is working with the local MDA chapter to raise funds for ALS, (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), otherwise known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. “Clubs for the Cure” began when a prominent fitness industry visionary, Augie Nieto, was diagnosed with ALS in 2005. Nieto, founder of LifeFitness® Equipment, formed Augie’s Quest, (www.augiesquest.org), the year he was diagnosed, which supports the latest research for the cure for ALS.
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On Monday, May 5th the Oak Park Fire Department recognized six Fitness Formula Club Oak Park employees and three FFC Oak Park members in a Commendation Ceremony for their team effort to save a member’s life. Member Rick Prescott collapsed during his cardio workout at the club on the evening of March 3rd. Members Amy Mozina (RN), Dr. David Muzic, Joe DiCianni, and employees Jeff Long, Kristen Stafford, Max VanMany, Lisa Gregorich, Chris Jaeger, and Dave Harvat all worked together with the assistance of the AED unit to bring Rick back to life. While the doctor and nurse ultimately took control of the situation, the FFC staff played an important role that evening with their quick response.
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<On February 25th Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) Oak Park received the prestigious Nicholas Award, named after a prominent Oak Park businessman. The presentation was made at the Carleton Hotel and the award is given annually to enterprises that have made a significant investment toward improving the business climate in the Oak Park community. The new FFC Oak Park club has reached all age groups, with thousands of members devoted to a healthy lifestyle.
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Chicago health club chain Fitness Formula says it maintains strong relationships with members by encouraging social connections and customized workouts.

By Genevieve Diesing

A favorite saying among employees at the Chicago regional network of Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) is “members may quit a club, but they won’t quit a club relationship.” With that philosophy in mind, President, founder and CEO Gale Landers works to keep his members coming back by customizing their fitness plans, maintaining well-trained staff and developing social connections with members.
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Fitness Formula brought its award winning Club experience to the opening of FFC Oak Park in May 2007. Club Business International Magazine has recognized “Fitness Formula as one of the most creative fitness club companies in the industry” and the company has once again demonstrated why.
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Excerpts from Club Business International cover page story on Gale Landers, CEO of Fitness Formula and IHRSA 2000 Board President

By Bradley A. Keeny and Craig R. Waters

If Hollywood were to make a film about the life of Gale Landers, the president of Fitness Formula, Ltd., he would probably be played by Kevin Costner or Robert Redford.
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In late 2000, Fitness Formula opened its Union Station location, at 444 W. Jackson Street in the heart of Chicago’s loop business district. Located at street level directly above the underground Union Station train center, the club serves city and suburban commuter traffic and the fast growing residential districts in the loop, near west and near south sides.

The Union Station location is the center hub connecting Fitness Formula’s current and future locations in our development of a comprehensive network of health, fitness and wellness clubs. The 85,000 square foot multi purpose facility is by far the largest fitness club downtown, perfect for corporations and commuters.
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FITNESS FORMULA CLUBS, RUSH-PRESBYTERIAN-ST. LUKE’S MEDICAL CENTER ALIGN TO BUILD NEW HIGH-TECH HEALTH, FITNESS, WELLNESS CENTER AT UNION STATION

FFC Union Station To Offer Commuters, Residents Full Service Fitness Facility, Health Programs, Executive Services
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CHICAGO — Fitness Formula, parent company to Chicago’s Premiere health and fitness clubs, and Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Center today announced plans to build a $13 million, 70,000-square-foot health, fitness and wellness center adjacent to Union Station, 444 West Jackson St.
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