R3VIVE's Member of the Month, June 2026
June Gym Mom: Ilya Z.
Introducing our Gym M.O.M. (Member of the Month) for June 2026 … Ilya!
We're excited to celebrate Ilya as our Member of the Month! Ilya was has been a member at R3VIVE the last 3-4 year off and on, while going to school in London. He recently finished his Masters (and just graduated!) He's always down for a game of horse and can be found shooting hoops at any gym gathering. He believes he will always win, so feel free to challenge him to a game ;)
Learn more about Ilya below:
What made you decide to start functional fitness training?
I wanted to get stronger in a well-rounded, functional way, not just isolate a few muscle groups for appearance's sake.
Are you a student/working professional/both? What do you do for a living?
I just finished my masters and now will start working in July at Roche.
What are your hobbies/interests outside of the gym?
I have recently really gotten into playing Catan (the board game) with friends.
What are some of your favorite movements?
Running, rowing, and burpees where you have to jump and touch the pull up bar.
What are your least favorite movements?
Deadlifts, thrusters, powerclean.
What movement do you want to improve at?
Thrusters and powercleans.
What advice do you have for someone considering our gym?
Embrace the opportunity to be able to meet world-class people.
What's your favorite "cheat" food?
ShakeShack and a cheesecake from Cheesecake Factory.
What is your guilty pleasure?
Watching low-budget cringe TV shows (like off campus).
Do you have any nicknames?
Gleb (my middle name).
Tell us an interesting fact that we probably don't know about you!
My DJ name is DJ Dino.
