Monthly Newsletter // June 2026
Get the latest on what's happening at Defined.
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June 5, 2026
With so many exciting things happening in our community this spring, we're taking the high-fives and good vibes right into the summer!
We wrapped up Cycle #4 in May by testing our Big 3 lifts and earning new numbers for our logbooks. We had an awesome turnout for our first annual Track Day and spent another Memorial Day weekend sweating it out through Murph.
📸 Photo Dumps! 👇
🏃♀️ Spring Endurance
🏋️ Testing Week
As we enter June, we’re starting a new cycle — the focus for Cycle #5 includes the Hang Power Clean, Front/Overhead Squat, Strict Press, and gymnastics skillwork on the Rope Climb and Bar Muscle-Up.
READ: Cycle #5 - The Post-Peak Pivot & Functional Strength Build
Read on for the latest on what’s happening at Defined, including an athlete spotlight on Emily Baltierra!
Get to know the people who make our Community Strong. This month we’re catching up with our OUT Foundation Athlete, Emily Baltierra, who first joined Defined in 2020 before moving back home to California — returning to Chicago and our community in 2025.
READ: Athlete Spotlight: Meet Emily Baltierra!
It wouldn’t be June without a PRIDE Month celebration!
Defined loves fitness for a cause, and this year we’re excited to launch our first annual Defined Pride Circuit — a fitness race for all levels!
We’ve got room for two more teams!
We’re still looking for bakers for the bake sale. See info below! And donations are always welcome.
All proceeds benefit The OUT Foundation, an organization dedicated to removing barriers that prevent LGBTQ+ individuals from accessing wellness spaces.
🌈We’re Bringing Back THE BAKE SALE!🌈
Show your kitchen skills for a sweet cause. All sales benefit The OUT Foundation. Last year, we raised more than $3,000. Can we beat our record? Email Coach Cara by June 7 if you’d like to bake some goodies!
It’s a hallmark of #SummertimeChi at Defined. Our first Beach WOD of the summer is THIS Saturday, June 6! Join us at Montrose Beach from 9-10 a.m. for some fitness and fun in the sun. ☀️
Sign up in PushPress!
The Defined Bali Adventure & Fitness Retreat is an annual tradition you won’t want to miss, happening October 6-14, 2026.
Only 1 of 12 spots left! Email Coach Noal to reserve your spot or ask questions. See itinerary below.
READ: Bali Adventure Itinerary!
BEACH WOD #1!
Saturday, June 6
Montrose Beach: 9-10 a.m.
Sign up in PushPress.
DEFINED’S PRIDE FITNESS RACE!
Saturday, June 13
8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Find your team of two! Sign up here.
Spectators are welcome!
BRING-A-FRIEND DAY
Tuesday, June 16
All class times.
Physical Therapy w/ Dr. Elvis!
Thanks for making our Community Strong. 💪🏼
Team Defined
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