Fireside Fitness, LLC - Grayslake, Illinois

Mareena K.

I have been training with Kirk for a while now. My experience with him has been nothing but pleasant. Being a Police Officer, my work schedule is very unpredictable and Kirk have been very accommodating and understanding. He tries his best to accommodate my schedule according to my work week and convenience. Kirk works very hard with you to get you the best results using his years of experience and knowledge.

shaun A.

i would like to say thank you Kirk for helping me for last couple months, amazing person, friendly, full of life and knowledge. for last 10 years i HAD high blood pressure, been on 3 different medications for last 10 years, last 3months I've been working with him and for the first time i DO NOT have to take ant blood pressure pills, amazing how someone could care so much from the start and know how to help.....working in a clean environment with good conversation and good schedule make working out so much easy and smooth and clearly with amazing results. i would recommend him and his training for everyone who like to do better in life and health. thank you again

Wojciech C.

After 6 months of workouts and talking to Kirk you can tell he has a great knowledge of body mechanics and anatomy and how they all go hand and hand.

They say trust the process and I did with Kirk. I have seen significant physical changes while being injury free. I have learned techniques that provide similar results as my previous workouts at other gyms while being taught how to prevent unnecessary injuries.

Kirk scales to your abilities and physical capabilities. He provides and is trained in many disciplines such as weight lifting, kettle bells, KAATSU, and much more. This for me has been beneficial as it provides me a larger range of training options and helps target muscle groups I previously may have taken for granted.

I will continue my journey at Fireside and can’t wait to see the results in another 6 months!

Patricia G.

I was coming upon a “milestone” birthday and decided this would be the year I make fitness a priority in my life. I had never been comfortable doing any weight training on my own; in fact, I had injured myself trying. I also had felt intimidated by trainers in the past and didn't get much beyond a few lessons before I quit, unmotivated and defeated. Then I read about Kirk Orelup and Fireside Fitness, and I found the most wonderful path to reach my goals.

Kirk is so unlike most trainers. You know that from the very beginning when he asks you to complete a unique personal questionnaire. He is really interested in who you are as a person--what motivates you? what are you proud of? what makes you happy? He then uses what he learns about the inner you and combines it with what he observes about your physical abilities to design a fitness program uniquely for you. What a concept! I truly believe this approach is why I have, for the first time in my life, stuck with a workout program and feel strong. I am making great progress and am truly proud of myself!

Kirk has taught me so much because he doesn't just tell you what to do, he explains why and exactly how to use each part of your body for maximum results and to prevent injury. This has given me the confidence to use weights at home on my own as well. He is a gifted instructor.

Training with Kirk is such a positive experience. If you are looking for a fitness coach who will help you to achieve the results you're seeking and do it in a supportive, yet challenging manner, then Fireside Fitness will be the Godsend for you that it has been for me. Thanks to Kirk, I reached that "milestone birthday" stronger and healthier than ever before, and I'm clamoring for more. What a gift!

Kerri L.

Every session at Fireside Fitness is exhilarating. Kirk works with you to find that perfect balance of "wow-I really worked hard today" and "really?- this seems way too easy to be getting me fit". I'm always willing to try one or two more reps because he doesn't push you beyond your limits, instead he encouragingly mentions how much progress you have made. I haven't once thought about giving up on my goal under Kirk's guidance. His knowledge of all things exercise, fitness and nutrition is extensive and I recommend Fireside Fitness to anyone looking for a comprehensive training experience.

Kimberly H.

I've worked with a number of trainers from various disciplines over the past 20 years, and Kirk is one of the best. I started working with Kirk because I wanted a knowledgeable, professional trainer who would challenge me AND "protect me from myself." I'm a little Type A, and I push myself hard during workouts. Sadly, that means that once or twice a year, I injure myself--usually my low back. Kirk's approach has been flexible, methodical and careful, and he has managed to create a regimen that's challenging. I've been working with Kirk since late last summer (about 6 months post a low back injury), and I've since returned to exercises (e.g., dead lifts) that I thought were "off the table" forever!

Patrick F.

Kirk's main goal is to increase your fitness level without hurting you. I've had workouts with other trainers that I merely tried to survive. Kirk's workouts let you thrive. I go in knowing that I'll leave energized and better than when I came in. Kirk's philosophy is the opposite of "No Pain, No Gain". Kirk knows that good form makes for a more efficient workout. I get a good workout, practice good form and don't have to crawl out of the gym when it's over. As an experienced athlete exposed to many theories of fitness, I can't endorse Kirk's program highly enough. It's exactly what I was looking for.

RJ P.

Kirk does an extensive assessment of your lifestyle, your habits, and your goals. He then provides customized training to help you achieve those goals. His experience is obvious and he makes modifications with your workout as needed - for pain, for emphasis on weak areas or to focus on what YOU want to work on. You don't need to already be fit. Kirk works with all levels and all types of bodies. I highly encourage anyone to give him a try.