
#1 PERSONAL TRAINER IN CHICAGO
Are you looking for an elite personal trainer in Chicago? I'm a personal trainer in Chicago, providing goal-oriented, results-driven fitness training. With my coaching, you can transform your body, increase strength, and improve your health—fast
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Dear Fitness Seeker,
+ Are you a beginner, overwhelmed, and don't know where to start?
+ Do you lack motivation, and discipline to go to the gym?
+ Are you going to the gym without a structured program?
+ Are you confused by all the toxic fitness industry noise?
I get it.
You're probably worried about where your first pound of weight loss or ounce of strength will come from.
With a metabolism slower than a turtle.
Angry at your underwear for feeling like a medieval torture device.
As you wake up every morning with your muscles feeling stiffer than a board.
And to top it off, you're being pulled in a bazillion directions.
*Face-palm*.
Should I follow one of those toxic fitness influencers? That's a hard NO.
Copy a fitness YouTuber routine? NO...they do exercises incorrectly.
What about fad diets? Everybody's talking about keto, intermittent fasting, and the trendy carnivore diet...
Look, most people have a bad case of "I can do it on my own"...
Mixed with a dose of "trendy workout syndrome", and a dash of "I'll just wing it".
And they do the wrong exercises incorrectly while eating the wrong foods...a recipe for disaster.
Soon, they're riddled with anxiety, screaming at their mirror wondering why they still look and feel the same.
I call this "hamster on a wheel" situation a shit show.
I'd rather eat a plate of 50 Thai chilies and rub my eyes than try to get fit and healthy that way.
But this isn't about me...it's about you.
You're reading this right now because your health, fitness, and body aren't where you want it to be.
Or maybe you're making progress towards your goals, but want to achieve better results, faster.
More weight loss...like, dropping 30 pounds in 3 months.
More lean muscle and functional strength.
Fix an injury. Improve flexibility, and enhance mobility.
Boosted fitness levels and supercharged energy.
Have a faster metabolism and finally lose the gut.
Be Fitter. Stronger. Sexier.
Get more "You look amazing, did you lose weight? More "damn, you look 10 years younger" compliments from your friends.
More jaw-dropping "WOW moments" when you look in the mirror and love what you see.
Most trainers promise results but deliver excuses. I deliver proven transformations—see how 73 fitness goals were achieved in 2024.
So, whatever your fitness goal is...
It all starts with your new personal trainer- right below.
*cue angels singing!*
DENNIS ROMATZ - CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER IN LAKESHORE EAST, CHICAGO
Looking for the best certified personal trainer in Chicago? Someone who takes the guesswork out of fitness and guarantees results in 90 days or less?
I'm your guy!
I'm Dennis Romatz, an internationally recognized fitness professional, and top-rated personal trainer in downtown Chicago, specializing in holistic, clinically focused, exercise science-based, goal-oriented, results-driven personal training.
With 38 years of personal training experience, and an advanced education in exercise science, corporate fitness, and nutrition, I take the guesswork out of training. My structured, science-backed coaching and proprietary personal training program ensures you train smarter, stay consistent, and get results faster.
PRECISION-DRIVEN TRAINING SYSTEM FOR PEAK PERFORMNCE
My holistic methodology is a high-performance system, built on precision, structure, and execution. This isn’t guesswork—it’s a perfectly honed blueprint, a schematic, an architecture designed to push you past limitations and into peak performance. It starts with a strategic foundation, analyzing movement efficiency, biomechanics, and performance metrics through comprehensive assessments. But methodology alone doesn’t drive success—discipline, accountability, and execution do.
I create the structure you need to stay consistent, focused, and resilient while providing the push, motivation, and encouragement to keep you moving forward. Empowerment, confidence-building, and mental toughness are at the core of this system, ensuring that progress isn’t just physical—it’s psychological. Through progressive refinement, biometric tracking, and real-time recalibration, my system continuously adapts to ensure constant forward momentum. It’s not just training—it’s a mindset, a framework, a results-driven system built to guarantee success.
HERE'S SOME GOSSIP...
THAT'S REAL
"Dennis epitomizes what every Chicago personal trainer should be...professional, ethical, credible, educated, experienced, goal-oriented, and results-driven."

Tim Hanley - InStyle Magazine
"ONE OF THE 20 BEST PERSONAL TRAINERS IN THE WORLD"
My relentless pursuit of fitness perfection has earned me prestigious accolades from industry experts. I was named one of the "20 best personal trainers in the world" by the Institute of Personal Trainers. This recognition showcases the value of my holistic approach, my unique fusion of distinguished exercise science, corporate fitness, and nutrition education, 38 years of successful, unrivaled personal trainer experience, and time-tested, proven effective training methodologies.
FITNESS SOLUTIONS YOU CRAVE
I'M THE ALTERNATIVE TO THE PERSONAL TRAINER STATUS QUO
I’m a highly qualified fitness specialist, not a rookie gym instructor or generic fitness coach. My stellar personal training resume is built on deep expertise in personal training disciplines designed to achieve the most sought-after fitness goals. I deliver holistic integrated, science-backed solutions through comprehensive, specialized, and customized programs that guarantee 100% predictable, successful results.
Nassar joined my Dennis Romatz 30-day holistic immersion weight loss program, and the results were phenomenal. Nassar reduced his body fat by an impressive 12% and shed a whopping 30 pounds, going from 208.6 to 178.6.
Nassar's 30-lbs-in-30-days transformation is just one of my many success stories. In 2024, my clients collectively lost 1,053 pounds of body fat, fixed 37 metabolic health issues, and gained 3,321 lbs of strength. See more real client transformations here.
MY RECENT WEIGHT LOSS SUCCESS STORY
PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE PERSONAL TRAINING IN CHICAGO
I provide customized, comprehensive personal training in Chicago, tailored to each client’s unique goals. My structured fitness training ensures every session is designed for maximum efficiency and measurable results—whether your goal is to lose weight, build strength, improve mobility, or enhance overall health. My in-person personal training includes one-on-one private training and two-on-one semi-private training, scheduled at your convenience for a seamless experience with 100% predictable results. See my 2024 client transformations here.

Rooted in exercise science and powered by flawless biomechanics and principles of exercise physiology, my signature personal training program sets the gold standard for personal training in Chicago, and worldwide and yields 100% predictable training results.
My holistic, data-driven personal training system integrates sports physiology, neuro-physiology, and advanced performance optimization to maximize strength, fat loss, mobility, and recovery.
Through biometric tracking, advanced fitness assessments, and precision-based training, every workout is strategically designed to ensure continuous progress and goal achievement. My goal-targeted methodologies, progressive training intensities, and cutting-edge techniques guarantee success—backed by 38 years of expertise.
My science-based personal training program architecture includes my comprehensive 6-step personal training process—a structured, in-depth approach that ensures faster, more effective results than any other training system.
Plus, I integrate 20 science-based fitness disciplines into every client’s program—leveraging the most advanced training methodologies for unparalleled performance and results.
No more hoping & praying—just real, science-driven results with the best personal training in Chicag
THE MOST ADVANCED PERSONAL TRAINING PROGRAM IN CHICAGO
GAME-CHANGING RESIDENTIAL-STYLE PERSONAL TRAINING
My residential personal training is a high-end, private coaching experience designed for busy professionals and high-performers who demand expert training where and how they want it—without the hassle of commercial gyms.
Private, one-on-one training in your residential gym or home.
Elite coaching designed for convenience, efficiency, and maximum results.
No crowds. No waiting. Just focused, precision-driven training.
Serving luxury residential areas in downtown Chicago, including Lakeshore East, Streeterville, Gold Coast, River North, West Loop, and South Loop.
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Elite Private Fitness Coaching - Exactly Where You Need It
TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR IN-DEMAND GOALS
CUSTOMIZED, GOAL-TAILORED WORKOUTS & FITNESS PROGRAMS YOU CRAVE
I can help you with a customized, individualized, goal-tailored workout plan that's a perfect fit for what you want to accomplish.
My bespoke personalized fitness workouts uniquely crafted and curated for your body and goals, deliver the quick results and efficiency you crave.
Achieve your goals across body transformations, improved health, enhanced lifestyle quality, and more.
Explore my library of 60+ personalized workouts and fitness classes designed for males, females, adults, and kids, and every fitness level from beginner's, intermediate, and advanced.
Some of my popular fitness programs include:
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Functional Training
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Pre & Post Natal Training
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Wedding & Bridal Prep
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Senior's Fitness
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Youth & Kid's Fitness
You might be a mature-aged individual searching for a personal trainer in the same demographic to understand your needs and requirements.
One of my signature personal training programs is "Fitness Over 50" for men and women, 50 years of age and up. I can relate very well as I'm a 58-year-old personal trainer.
CHICAGO PERSONAL TRAINER REVIEWS & CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES
Real People. Real Transformations
CHICAGO'S ONLY PERSONAL TRAINER WITH A 100% MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
I’m the only personal trainer in Chicago who offers a 100% results guarantee—because I know my science-backed training system delivers real, measurable transformations.
If you’re tired of wasting time on ineffective workouts, struggling with stubborn fat, or feeling stuck in your fitness journey, I have the proven solution. My clinical-based, results-driven personal training program is designed for fast fat loss, strength building, injury correction, and metabolic health restoration—and I stand behind it with a risk-free, money-back guarantee.
✔ Weight Loss & Fat Burn – Clients have lost a combined 1,053 pounds of body fat in just 2024
✔ Strength & Muscle Gains – Build lean muscle and increase strength with progressive overload training
✔ Pain & Injury Recovery – Fix chronic back pain, knee issues, and mobility restrictions with corrective exercise
✔ Metabolic Health Optimization – Naturally balance blood sugar, lower inflammation, and improve gut health
✔ Peak Performance & Athletic Training – Get faster, stronger, and more explosive with expert coaching
I use science-backed fitness methodologies, precision-based training protocols, and a battle-tested personal training system refined over 38 years. This isn’t a gimmick—it’s real personal training for real results. If you follow my program and don’t see progress, I’ll refund every penny.
🔹 No guesswork. No risk. No gimmicks. Just guaranteed results.
HOW IT WORKS - GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR PERSONAL TRAINER IN CHICAGO
Step 1: Click the "Book your Free Trial Session" button below.
Step 2: I’ll personally contact you to discuss your fitness goals.
Step 3: We schedule your first private training session at your apartment gym, or home.
That’s it! No gym membership is needed. No guesswork. Just fast, effective results.
Ready to start? Click below and let’s get to work!
YOU HAVE QUESTIONS,
I HAVE ASWERS
Who is the best personal trainer in Chicago? The best personal trainer in Chicago is someone who not only aligns with your specific fitness goals—whether it’s weight loss, strength training, or complete body transformation—but also possesses the university education, experience, expertise, and scientific knowledge to deliver results. Dennis Romatz is widely recognized as Chicago’s top-rated personal fitness trainer. As a fitness industry leader and Chicago’s leading expert in apartment gym & home personal training, Dennis follows a structured, science-backed, and results-driven approach, ensuring clients achieve maximum results in 90 days or less. This makes Dennis Romatz the go-to fitness professional in Chicago for those serious about success and committed to real, lasting transformation.
How much does a personal trainer in Chicago cost?? The cost of a personal trainer in Chicago varies based on experience, location, training style, and trainer's specializations. On average, 1-on-1 personal training sessions range from $75 to $150 per session, while monthly personal training packages can cost $300 to $1,500, depending on session frequency, program length, and level of expertise. Dennis Romatz offers affordable, value-based personal training plans designed to deliver maximum results at the best price. With flexible pricing options, customized packages, and exclusive membership plans, Dennis ensures clients receive premium, results-driven training without overpaying. At Dennis Romatz, a 1-hour personal training session costs $90.00 per session. To make getting started risk-free, Dennis Romatz provides transparent pricing and a free trial session, allowing you to experience expert coaching before committing. Visit my Chicago personal trainer price page for complete details on my Chicago personal trainer prices, plans, packages, and memberships. Read my informative "how much does a personal trainer in Chicago cost?" blog post to get more information on the cost of a personal trainer in Chicago.
How and where can I find a qualified personal trainer in Chicago? If you're searching for a personal trainer in Chicago, the best approach is to look for a top-rated, University Exercise Science-educated, and certified personal fitness trainer who offers personalized training at your apartment gym, home, or private studio. Dennis Romatz, Chicago’s leading personal trainer, provides elite 1-on-1 coaching in River North, Gold Coast, Streeterville, Lakeshore East, West Loop, and South Loop, ensuring convenient, effective workouts where you live. With affordable, value-driven pricing plans, he makes premium fitness coaching accessible to those serious about achieving real results. Pro Tip: When choosing a personal trainer, look for certifications, proven experience, and a structured training methodology to guarantee results. Dennis Romatz offers a free trial session, so you can experience expert coaching before committing.
What does a personal trainer in Chicago do? A personal trainer in Chicago ensures you train smarter, stay disciplined, and achieve results faster with a structured, science-backed approach. At Dennis Romatz Personal Training, we provide: Comprehensive Assessments – Diagnose movement issues, strengths & imbalances Goal Setting & Personalized Training Plans – Precision-designed for your objectives Science-Based Methods – Proven protocols, exercises & modalities Instruction & Education – Teaching proper form, technique & exercise science principles Progress Monitoring – Tracking improvements & adjusting programs for continued success Discipline & Accountability – Keeping you committed to the process Encouragement & Motivation – Empowering you every step of the way Maximizing Every Rep & Set – Pushing you harder each session for faster, better results Guidance & Safety Measures – Preventing injuries & ensuring efficient, risk-free training Want the full breakdown? Read my "What does a personal trainer in Chicago do" blog post here.
Are personal trainers in Chicago worth the money? Yes, hiring a personal trainer in Chicago is absolutely worth the investment, especially if you want faster, more effective, and long-lasting fitness results. A top-rated personal trainer provides expert guidance, structured workout plans, and science-backed techniques to help you achieve your goals efficiently—whether it’s weight loss, muscle gain, strength training, or overall fitness improvement. In Chicago, hiring a certified, experienced, and results-driven personal trainer like Dennis Romatz ensures that you’re not wasting time with ineffective workouts or risking injury with improper form. With affordable, value-added personal training packages, flexible pricing plans, and customized memberships, you get elite coaching at the best price. For those looking for premium fitness coaching at apartment gyms, homes, or private studios in Chicago, Dennis Romatz offers a free trial session, so you can experience the benefits firsthand before committing. Best Value for Your Money Faster, More Effective Results Personalized Programs Tailored to Your Goals
What qualifications should I look for in a personal trainer? When choosing a personal trainer in Chicago, it's important to look for someone with appropriate NCCA-accredited personal trainer certifications, such as: NASM ACE ISSA ACSM NCSF NSCA NESTA NFPT Additionally, consider their experience, specialization, and compatibility with your personality and goals. In terms of our qualifications at Dennis Romatz: Yes! I am a certified personal trainer as are all my team personal trainers here in Chicago. My coaching staff and I hold ACE, NASM, ACSM, and ISSA. We also subcontract some of our training work to a specialized coach in Chicago with a CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) certification. My yoga instructors are Yoga Alliance 500 Hours Certified. My Pilates instructors are Certified Pilates Instructors. However, we aren't only PT-certified! We are University Exercise Science & Nutrition educated as well. Additionally, we adhere to the training principles set forth by the National Academy of Sports Medicine, the leading fitness certification organization in the world. If you are a personal trainer looking for a job and have any or all of the above-listed personal trainer qualifications, please visit my personal trainer jobs page here.