Meet Lindsey, our FIT4MOM Mom of the Month for January 2024!

Tell us about your family! My family and I moved to Oak Park in June. I have a daughter who is 13 months Eliana, 2 dogs: Cruz a labradoodle (who just turned 12) and Messi an Australian Shepherd (who is 10), my husband Sammy works for the Chicago Fire. We are self proclaimed foodies. We strongly believe good food, good drinks, and good people are all you need for a good time. We have moved around quite a bit (it’s part of the job) but are really happy to call Oak Park home.

Current/previous career? I worked in college athletics administration up until I had my daughter. I currently do freelance work on the side and stay at home with Eliana and my 2 dogs.

What does motherhood mean to you? Motherhood is the most challenging and rewarding thing I have ever done. It means less time for yourself, more patience, more love, it means growing and redefining who you are. It means wearing several different hats and that I am capable of anything if I put my mind to it. It’s the best title.

Favorite local spot? Broken tart

How did you find FIT4MOM? Through Facebook.

What's the best part of FIT4MOM? Having relocated to Chicago from NJ in June, Fit4Mom introduced me to a network of moms, friends, and a support group. After all, it does take a village.

Favorite class/exercise? If I’m with my daughter, for sure Stroller Strides. If I get to work out without her, Body Ignite in person.

Proudest moment? As a mom: watching Eliana grow and develop.

As it relates to FIT4MOM: realizing I can still work out and my body still wants too! And going out of my comfort zone to meet people and make friends.

What is something that would surprise us? I love working out but hate doing cardio.

FIT4MOM Oak Park River Forest offers fitness classes for women in all stages of motherhood, including prenatal, stroller & moms only classes. Your first class is free! Click here to try a class.