Farrell’s Extreme Bodyshaping

I have thought about this review for some time, and think 3 stars is a fair review. I joined Farrell’s last year for a 10 week bootcamp, an enjoyed the intake process, liked that you had a coach and a group that you would regularly work out with to help hold you accountable. I think where I fell off board was I didn’t feel like the staff/​instructors/​owners were that personable, and they just kind of lacked enthusiasm which made the classes harder to get through. I also felt like they didn’t offer much in the way of critiquing your form, which I know I needed more of as a beginning kickboxer. After finishing Farrell’s I gave ILoveKickboxing a try and for me it was fantastic. I don’t think Farrell’s was bad, but just was not the right fit for me. One thing I do find irritating is that one of the owners uses your email for his other profession — and I am bombarded with DreamTown Realty emails that seem next to impossible to unsubscribe from, I find that extremely unprofessional and annoying!

Great work out. They keep you moving and motivate! Their 10 week program is a great way to start your weight loss/​strength training goals.

I have been going to Farrell’s Since January 10, 2015. If you follow the program, it works amazingly! I lost 35 pounds during the 10 week program and almost 18 inches total. I won the most transformed for that session :) and a $ 1,000 check! I have been in the program now for 9 months and I am addicted! They took my unhealthy, sedate lifestyle and tuned me into a healthy, active 50 year old! I couldn’t be happier. I am now down 47 pounds! I am stronger, feel better than I did in my 40’s! They give you all the support ans strength to make the program work. The people, both staff, coaches, trainers and participants are amazing! I love them all!

My 10 week journey has been the best thing I’ve ever done for myself! Besides losing some weight and building muscle, I have made some amazing friends, gained so much confidence and have built a terrific support system. This is a life change that I’ll never regret!!!

I love this program. I did the 10 week program in Jan 2015 and never left. I am currently a FIT member. Don’t get me wrong. This program is not a cake walk but if I can do it anyone can. You get strength training with resistance bands three times and week and cardio with kickboxing three times a week. You also get nutrition. What I love the most are the people!!! Everyone is so motivating and encouraging. I have never felt out of place. Everyone is there for the same reasons. I have and will continue to recommend this program to anyone and everyone.
My 14 yr old son is currently doing the teen program now and just loves it as well. He’s impressed by the way he has gained muscle and how much stronger he is now then he was 9 weeks ago.
You will be amazed with the results at the end of your 10 weeks. Farrell’s gets 5 stars in my book.

Farrell’s is my daily workout, routine, and addiction! I’ve been at FXB for a year now and I have completely changed my workout attitude, dedication, and diet/​eating habits.
There are no quick or easy fixes to make lasting changes for a healthy lifestyle. It takes hard work including regular exercise and diet.
FXB will give you the tools and support you need to make a life change. The rest is up to you. Start with the 10 week challenge. Then continue to challenge yourself daily as a FIT Member.
If you are ready to leave your excuses at the door Guaranteed Results Are Waiting For You!

I joined Farrells in October 2014 and following the 10 week program closely I lost 12.5 inches all over, dropped 2% body fat and 13 pounds! The program works you just gotta do the work!
UPDATE July 2015: Ever since I joined Farrells back October of 2014 I’ve been a consistent member hitting the workouts hard, giving a level 10 effort in class and have stuck to the meal planning for the most part. I just want to follow up and let everyone know the Farrells program has yielded great results for me! As a diabetic for the last 17 years I’ve had a hard time maintaining good blood sugar levels due to my poor eating habits and my inconsistent workouts however for the last nine months since I’ve been following the Farrells program my blood sugar is real good! After so many years of poor blood sugar I didn’t think I’d ever get back in a healthy range again. I just had a follow up visit with my doctor and he confirmed what I’ve been hoping for. He was pleased to report to me that my A1c is 5.7 which is just a tick outside the normal range my weight is good at 174 my body fat is good my blood pressure ¹⁰⁰⁄₇₀. I’m a 56-​year-​old man and this was my shortest doctor visit ever! My doctor didn’t have much to say to me except he encouraged me to keep up the good work and to keep doing what I’m doing telling me that I can avoid the complications that come with diabetes as long as I continue to make good healthy choices. I really owe my good health to the Farrells program and the lessons I’ve learned there that as well as the friendships I’ve made. It’s what keeps me coming back.

Howdy guys
I’ve been putting this off because I’ve been waiting for the perfect time to write it. What better time then after doing another 10 week testing with the two $ 1000 winners from my class, Donna and Mike. I gotta tell you I was pissed when I didn’t win the challenge. I couldn’t stay mad for long because a very humble person (mike) gave a speech that made me realize what this is all about. This isn’t for a $ 1000 this is for positivity, health and doing your part!
So here is chapter one of my long story. I started the challenge on January 10, 2015. I weighed in at an embarrassing 213.2 pounds. Today I’m at 175.8.
Body fat 27.9% today 17.8%.
Push-​ups 20 today 71!!! I’m very proud of that.
Now a little about this GREAT place. Rod is the instructor that you want to kill during class because he pushes you so hard but at the end you are extremely thankful he pulled it out of you. Then there’s Lindsay who’s the behind the scenes lady who continues to come up with new competitions that keep you motivated and pushing yourself. I also had an amazing coach to start my 10 weeks named Jessie, she’s the reason I coach as well. Now more about me. I’m an electrician who works 12 hour shifts, 11 pm-​11am. Yet I attend 5:30pm class everyday, 6 days a week. Whoever wants to do something easy that doesn’t test you every second of the day this isn’t for you. There are days I don’t want to go but I know what I put in I’m getting double out of. I don’t dwell on negativity. I put my big boy pants on and get moving. This is HARD but boy is it worth it. One day I’m gonna go to the doctor and he’s gonna say if you don’t slow down you will outlive social security. That’s a goal of mine. Sorry it’s so long but I have a lot to say. Stay tuned because like I said this is only the first chapter of my long book.
P. s. I’m there every single day stop by and ask for
Joey aka Wolverine. I’ll be happy to tell you more.

I joined Farrells last summer for the10 week session. I was hooked instantly! You rotate between 3 days of strength training and cardio kickboxing. The program starts out slow so that you can learn all the moves and excercises. Each week increases in intensity and skill level. It is up to you on hard you work each class. I saw results in my body in the first 5 weeks. I followed the eating plan, which is not hard. I went to class 6 days a week. I made new friends, received encouragement, and had fun while working out! This is the best program that I have ever done. I joined as a FIT member after my 10 weeks and volunteer during new member orientation. I get to share my story and share other members accomplishments. I have seen many people with aches, pains, and medical conditions find relief in the last few sessions, because of working out at Farrells. I recommend this class to everyone!

I joined Farrell’s this past January after finding myself in an exercise rut. Wow! This program is fantastic! Three days a week I get to do cardio kickboxing and another three days I get to do resistance training. More than just the exercise, I love the program because of the people. I’ve met some really inspiring people and we all motivate each other every week. This isn’t your typical gym — you won’t go and find people blindly running on a treadmill or mindlessly doing elliptical machines. We move, we stay motivated, and we encourage each other! The staff is great, the class times are accommodating (as early as 5am and as late as 7:30pm), and overall just a great program!

Looking for a fun fast paced workout? Ferrell’s is the place! I have never been to a place like this! Very structured! You get a nutrition guide 3 fun filled action packed cardio kickboxing classes and 3 strength training classes! It’s a life changer people! I started in Oct 2014. I was bored with the gym, out of shape with unhealthy cholesterol! aches and pains and just fat! I decided to make a change! Without Ferrell’s I would still be sitting on the couch! I feel like a million bucks after finishing my 10 week program I lost 22 lbs and several inches good by muffin top! and my journey is still going! The staff, amazing! Never have I felt uncomfortable even with the before and after pics! Everybody is professional non– judge mental and 100% motivating! Nothing is better then seeing transformations right before your eyes! If it wasn’t for Rod, Jessie, Scott, I never would of got off my Ass! Love you guys! If you reading this please come down check it out! It’s better then the boring gym! People actually care! And you will see results! Bring your level 10!!!

STAY AWAY!
The first review is by the owner himself. He, nor his partner and ‘business manager’, are professionals in the physical fitness industry. In fact, not one person we looked up at the facility is licensed to provide fitness training instruction by the NCAA — the US body who exclusively certify this important skill. They will tell you themselves [after you sign the contract of course] that Farrell’s — Naperville is a group of former students originating from Iowa that moved to Naperville to open a franchise. Be assured that they will say anything to get you to sign a 10 week contract [paid upfront], whose one and only purpose is to attempt to release them from all liability when you are injured. So please don’t be swayed when they answer all of your thorough up front questions and concerns with whatever they think you want to hear. Their internal instructor guide is easily searchable on the internet. It clearly documents that their instructors are typically former students. They need no professional fitness experience and zero physiological knowledge to lead you in exercises [and it truly shows]. Any certified trainer [or degreed high school PE teacher] will tell you that these kinds of facilities are seriously damaging to the fitness industry and the people they serve. They do not allow proper supportive footwear in the facility, do not limit client participation in their sessions, and the instructors are focused on 45 minutes of fast repetition, void of proper form. Which makes injury inevitable and long lasting. Even our assigned student ‘Coach’ was injured using their improper methods. Shameful.

I joined Farrells Naperville for its inaugural session fall 2013. Loved the classes and loved the people, both students and instructors. Three days of cardio and 3 days of strength training/​week for a total of 6 days a week for 10 weeks. The classes are tough but you can easily adjust to your fitness level, the goal is just to keep challenging yourself. You will sweat and your body will change over the 10 weeks. There is a nutritional program as well so it is the complete package. If you are looking to jump start your fitness and create new habits this is the place for you!

Fantastic program! It lasts 10 weeks and you get it all – Cardio Kickboxing, Strength Training, Nutrition and help from a personal coach. They also give $ 1000 to the best transformation at the end of their 10-​week program at a big party for everyone that does the program!