Abby Cavanaugh

I am dedicated to help people move better everyday! I have found a lot of strength through lifting, and want to help others realize that themselves. I have the Strength and Conditioning Coach certification through NSCA, and have been training for nearly 7 years. I also love to run obstacles course races on my free time, as well as spend time with my husband and son. I just had my son this year, so I have professional and now personal experience training pregnant and postpartum individuals. I hope to show people the joy of movement, while realizing their goals and feeling strong. I can train in clients homes in the Downer Grove/Darien area . I also offer online programming as well.

I believe in no nonsense strength training, geared towards injury prevention, muscle building and longevity.

A typical training session is strength forward, focusing on building foundational lifts. I do not offer trendy routine or fall into fitness fads, I offer science based training solutions tailored to your fitness level. First sessions involve a conversation about your goals as well as a movement assessment. From there I will build out a customized training program fitting to your needs.

Client testimonial from Lift Chicago: “I’ve been seeing Abby at least 3x a week since Oct 2021. She is an awesome trainer, always coming with positive energy and attentiveness. Strength training has probably been the most effective thing in correcting my lower back tightness/pain. I genuinely look forward to our sessions. Abby keeps on top of her education, and makes sure to switch up our routine/up my weights/try new techniques to see what will work the best for me. I feel much stronger and in tune with my body overall, and was very excited to see my bone density increasing in my DEXA scans. Strength training will always be a staple in my routine to keep a healthy body as I age, and as long as Abby is at Lift I will be, too! I highly recommend this facility, all the trainers are great, and 1:1 personalized sessions are a great investment”

I run a few obstacles course races a year, I train all year for these events. I am also looking to train for trail runs as well. I also love to spend my free time with my husband, son and our families and friends!