Who Wakes Up at 5 AM to Work Out? (Spoiler: Legends Do)

Photo: That’s not a crime scene. That’s us at 5 AM training, and yes, we’re awake on purpose.

The 5 AM “Are You Serious?” Club

Most people at 5 AM are drooling on their pillow or negotiating with their snooze button. Meanwhile, at Dream Team Group Fitness in Jefferson Park, our early birds are lifting, sweating, and occasionally questioning their life choices… right before feeling like total champions.

Why Even Bother?

• No gym zombies yet: Equipment is free, traffic is non-existent, and you don’t have to elbow someone for the squat rack.

• Energy boost > coffee: Okay, fine, coffee still wins. But moving first makes coffee feel like rocket fuel.

• The smug factor: Imagine strolling into work knowing you already crushed a workout while your coworkers are still peeling their eyes open.

• Consistency hack: Let’s be real—no one schedules meetings at 5 AM. This is the one time of day you truly own.

What Actually Happens at 5 AM?

It’s not torture. We promise. Here’s the flow:

1. Warm-Up (a.k.a. convincing your body it’s alive): Stretch, breathe, maybe grunt.

2. Strength Work (where we make you strong enough to carry all the groceries in one trip): Customized to your goals.

3. Finisher (aka “Why did I agree to this?”): Quick cardio blast that leaves you glowing (sweaty, but glowing).

4. Cool Down (Netflix not included): Stretch it out, pat yourself on the back, maybe text your friends “already done with my workout, wyd?”

Who’s This For?

• Busy parents who only get peace before sunrise.

• Professionals who want to dominate the day before Slack pings start.

• Anyone who likes the idea of getting fitter and feeling smug before most of Chicago has their first cup of coffee.

Real Client Thoughts (Paraphrased for Humor)

• “I thought I was dying, but turns out I was just waking up.”

• “My productivity skyrocketed. Also, I nap at 8 PM now.”

• “It feels illegal to be this efficient.”

Pro Tips for Surviving 5 AM Training

• Lay out your clothes the night before so you don’t show up in pajama pants.

• Don’t eat a full deep-dish pizza at midnight (learned that one the hard way).

• Treat yourself to an absurdly large coffee afterward—you’ve earned it.

Ready to Try?

Join the Dream Team Group Fitness 5 AM Crew. Warning: you’ll feel amazing, and your coworkers may start asking what your secret is.

📍 Dream Team Group Fitness — 4803 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago📲 Call/Text Jason at 312-882-9797📸 Follow us @dreamteamgroupfitness