Functional Effect Fitness and Rehabilitation — Local services in Downers Grove

I’ve had an exceptional experience working with Sarah over the past few months. What stood out to me was her ability to develop a customized plan that specifically addressed my goals. This let me know that she was truly listening during our consultation, and that she valued my opinions. Honestly, this can’t be said about most fitness coaches I’ve had in the past. I really appreciate her comprehensive and holistic approach. She asked about both short and long-term objectives, movement assessments, past nutritional formulations, stress levels, sleep, etc. I told her that I was getting ready for a two week-long trip to Alaska, with several demanding ascents. This fit into the overarching goal of being ready for mountain hunting every fall. Once the assessment was finished, she dialed in my workout schedule and accompanying diet. I was surprised to see how minimal the workout schedule was considering how physically demanding the trip was going to be. She put me on a two day per week full body routine (I was used to a 5-6 day per week bodybuilding split). Nevertheless, I put my full faith in her and followed the program to a T. I dropped almost 10 pounds in 11 weeks, and breezed through every climb. I thought I was in shape on past excursions, but this was noticeably different. I think the accountability of having a trainer like Sarah pushed me through a plateau that I had been experiencing for quite some time, and it felt good to see results again. I’m excited to continue working with Sarah, and I feel confident that not only will I be in peak condition in the fall, but also for some loftier goals I have...

“I’m too busy to work out”, “my schedule is too chaotic/abnormal”, “I do not have the time”.

I’m sure these statements ring true to many that read this. As a nurse practitioner in one of the busiest level one trauma centers in the country, these statements are something that not only I said myself, but I commonly hear amongst my peers. Healthcare professionals are notorious for poor self care including sleep hygiene, diet and exercise/movement. How can we as health care providers care for patients to the best of our ability when we don’t care for ourselves?

I cannot thank or say enough good things about Sarah Fischer Reynolds and the Functional Effect family. Sarah and their entire team always take a holistic approach when working with clients. When Sarah sat down with me and asked me what my goals were for my health it was all encompassing including my physical activity, diet and overall wellness. She really drives home the importance of the basics of sleep, movement, nutrition, hydration and mental wellness. Also when designing my program she took into account my actual level of stress Im under daily at my job, time constraints, etc. instead of throwing a blanket program at me which could be even more harmful.

I can truly say with the help of Sarah and the Function Effect family I am bettering myself as a human being which makes me better for all of those around me including my spouse, family, friends, colleagues and patients. My experience with this team has always been one of support, encouragement but also holding accountability. Thank you Sarah and team! You are changing lives...

I recently had the privilege of participating in a fitness/charity challenge at a Gym in Downers Grove called Functional Effect Fitness and Rehabilitation. (FE)

The Owners/Coaches Tyler Reynolds and Sarah Fischer-Reynolds, take the time to meet with each participant individually to evaluate more than just their physical goals, but short-term/long-term overall health goals, including but not limited to, nutrition, and your specific “WHY”, with the intent to help you achieve said goals.

Not only are the owners great motivators, they also explain what muscles you are using and why. (Coach Sarah) Very refreshing to know what you are doing and why, giving you the ability to receive the maximum benefit! They also have an amazing staff/group of Coaches, who are there to help guide you on your journey, be it weekly motivational emails (Coach AZ), gentle reminders to correct your form, (Coach Andrew), or being the best team Coach ever (Coach Jodie) just to name a few!

I look forward to the next (FE) challenge, and encourage anyone who is looking for a fresh approach to “The Gym” to give these...