Thomas The gAzelle
December 2, 2019 17:34
I discovered Lawndale Christian Fitness Center during the packet pick-up for Lawndale 5K which was where the packet pick-up was located. Instantly, I bookmarked it after noticing how much it offers and its price which mirrors my current membership at Breakthrough FamilyPlex in East Garfield Park neighborhood. The gym itself became an option for me to workout at on Sunday because Breakthrough FamilyPlex is closed on Sunday. It is a bummer if you are a fitness enthusiast because you are subjected to just Monday to Saturday gym workouts only at Breakthrough FamilyPlex.
I took advantage of and will most likely continue using Lawndale Christian Fitness Center's $5 day pass option on days like such. You cannot beat a day pass for such a low price at a gym that offers so much. In the past, I have paid prices for a day pass that doesn't offer half of what this fitness center offers. Even though I live a little over 2 miles from the fitness center I have considered making it my permanent fitness center because of its affordable $15 membership cost as well.
I about lost it with excitement after walking on the second floor, seeing the machines and equipment for just about any workout you would want to conduct. It certainly makes my current fitness center look like a mini gym in comparison with its selection of weights, machines: treadmill & elliptical, spin bikes; fitness programs and an indoor track which is beautifully designed, taking you around the perimeter of the inner portion of the gym. And it does not stop there because not only does it have flat screen televisions on both workout floors to keep you occupied during or in-between your workouts but televisions in the locker rooms also.
Furthermore, prior to leaving Lawndale Christian Fitness Center I discovered Green Tomato Cafe, a cafe that sits in the same building across from the fitness center, offering free Wi-Fi and a selection of food and beverages to choose from. The cafe itself is clean and spacious with a number of tables, seats and an area featuring a couch, giving it that comfortable homely touch for relaxation.
As for parking, there is an ample amount suitable for members and guests. The building to the fitness center, Lawndale Christian Health Center has its own lot, plus if it gets congested, there is neighborhood and street parking near, as well. And, if you are one that does not drive, yet familiar with Chicago Transit Authority, the fitness center sits not too far in-between CTA Pulaski & Central Park - Pink Line.
In the meantime, Lawndale Christian Fitness Center has contributed to my desire to workout more with everything it offers, times and days it is accessible. I am very grateful it exists and that I live close enough to utilize it on the west-side of Chicago. I highly recommend!
Thomas G