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Reaching Your Writing Goals in 2018

We’ve all got resolutions for 2018. Some people might want to be more healthy, drink less soda, take more pictures or try an art class. For those who are resolving to start writing more, whether in a journal or otherwise, these tips can help. Writing every day can be a helpful way to reflect on your day, things you need to accomplish, and dreams you want to achieve in Chicago, IL. Journaling doesn’t have to be a life story or autobiography at the end of every day. You can journal your travel experiences, a specific event in your life you want to remember, or a change you’ve gone through. Writing down random stories is a great way to preserve your memories for the future. For those who like to keep it short and sweet, we like the idea of a Bullet Journal. These tips on how to bullet journal from Pretty Practical by Emory can help you out if you don’t know where to start. She says this about bullet journaling: “The whole system is built on something called rapid logging. The first step is to title and number your pages. The title is a short description of what will be [on] the page. It may even just be a date. And get in the habit of numbering your pages and filling in your index as you go.” We think writing and reading go hand in hand. If you want to be good at one, do more of the other! You’ll learn new words and how to use them by observing how others do it skillfully. Single Mom’s Income gives some general tips on improving your writing . She says, “My advice would be that you should just write. Record all of your thoughts. After that go back and edit.” So whether you’re making a grocery list or recording an experience you want to remember, just write and write and write. Write as often as you can. Get your thoughts on paper. You can go back and edit afterward. Happy writing in your Arrive South Loop apartment! Let us know about your writing tips in the comments.

Getting the Most Out of Our 24 7 Fitness Center

One of the perks of living at the Arrive South Loop apartments here in Chicago, IL is access to our 24-Hour Fitness Center with Free Weights — a great resource for getting in a workout. When was the last time you used it? If you are a regular user, then good for you; we’re preaching to the choir. However, if it’s been awhile or if you’ve never used the fitness center, we’ve got some tips for having a great workout. Learn more about how you can start taking advantage of this great amenity in today’s blog post. 24-Hour Fitness Center with Free Weights Start small, but do it regularly. Assessing your fitness level can help you know where you’re at now and what goals are reasonable for you to attain at different points in the future. Usually just starting is enough of a challenge, so if you relate to that, start small. Work up to more challenging levels as your body adjusts, but that will only happen if you exercise regularly. Consistency will help your body get used to and even crave the activity each day, which will keep you on the path to success. Create a Routine. How you start, what exercises you do, and how you cool down are all important. Explore the different types of workouts available to find one that works well for you. (A Google search with the terms “workouts in a fitness center” brings up hundreds of hits.) Find a buddy. You don’t need to have an exercise buddy, but if having someone to be accountable to helps you, find someone who will encourage you in your process by working out with you. Find someone you enjoy spending time with so it can be more of a fun exercise session. If it’s someone who’s slightly more practiced at your activity than you are, ask them for tips and let them coach and encourage you. Create a workout playlist. A workout playlist can make all the difference when going to the fitness center. Music can be motivating to get you moving and can motivate you to go further. Spotify or Pandora are great places to find playlists or radio stations. You can also create your own unique playlist on Spotify and collaborate with friends to add and share your favorite songs. Track Your Progress. One of the key indicators of whether or not you will succeed in accomplishing a goal — any goal — lies in whether or not you write it down and track your progress. This holds true for fitness goals as well. Use an app like Fitbit , My Fitness Pal , or even a notebook to track your progress. It is a good idea to look back over a record of your progress from time to time. Having a 24-hour fitness center available for our residents is awesome. Instead of driving around Chicago, IL to get to a gym, you can just stop by the one in our apartment community. Please share a comment about how starting a fitness program has impacted your life! Thanks for reading today’s post.

Welcome to the Arrive South Loop Blog

Welcome to the Arrive South Loop Blog! Bringing apartment living tips, DIY projects, and information about Chicago, IL to the blog page is what we do. Read on to learn more about what to expect from our blog and from our apartment community. The blog is meant to be a resource of fun and useful information to enrich our residents’ every day lives, so you can expect us to post about local events, places to eat, and places to visit. You may also read blog posts about the area, including its quirky bits, fun facts, and unique features. We also write about our apartment community, features that make it great, tips for how to make the most of your experience here, and ideas for making apartment living a good time — no matter where you are. You can also find ideas for cooking, baking, and making DIY projects for fun decorating or celebrating the holidays. Every now and then we may even throw in book and movie reviews for you to check out. Check back often to see what’s happening on the blog. To get things started, here’s a little bit about our community. At Arrive South Loop you can find a life of luxury living that you want and deserve, whether your floor plan is a one-, two-, or three-bedroom apartment. If you’re looking for a home that keeps you connected to the greater community, we’re a prime option. Our community atmosphere and coveted location in the heart of South Loop, Chicago helps you stay on top of the times, whether you need to walk to the Metra Train and or drive just a few minutes to I-55, I-90, or Lake Shore Drive to get where you need to go. Our on-site management and maintenance are available to meet your needs at any time, and our amenities (such as our rooftop tranquility pool with a poolside BBQ) ensure you’re living stylishly and comfortably. What are your favorite things about living at Arrive South Loop? What topics do you hope to see on the blog? Share your ideas with the rest of us by leaving a comment, or contact us to learn more. We look forward to hearing from you and sharing our own ideas on the blog.