Welcome to StretchLab Gahanna

Meet Melodie! After growing up in northern Minnesota, Melodie joined the Army and spent time in Germany in her early 20s before settling in Columbus. She earned her degree in Sports and Fitness Management and brings a diverse background in food service and retail management. Melodie is also a certified Health Coach through A.C.E. and is passionate about continuing her education in health and wellness. As a Flexologist, she loves helping people improve their day-to-day lives through better flexibility and movement. Her favorite stretch is the hamstring stretch, and a fun fact—she’s watched nearly every Scooby-Doo cartoon ever made and even used them to help teach herself Spanish!

Meet Brock! He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology with a concentration in Health and Fitness from West Liberty University, where he was also a member of the wrestling team. With long-term goals of opening his own gym and pursuing personal training and strength coaching, he is passionate about helping others perform at their highest level. What he loves most about StretchLab is the hands-on, rewarding nature of the work and the opportunity to help clients move better so they can fully enjoy the activities and life they love. His favorite stretches are the lumbar rotation and IT band stretch, and outside the studio, he enjoys riding and racing dirt bikes, spending time outdoors at the track with friends.

Meet Chauncey! He holds a Master of Science in Kinesiology with a specialization in Health and Exercise Science from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor of Science in Sports Science with a concentration in Health and Fitness from Wright State University. As a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Wellness Coach, Chauncey has expertise in exercise physiology, therapeutic exercise, strength and conditioning, and research-driven programming. They specialize in movement assessment and creating individualized programs to improve mobility, performance, and long-term health. At StretchLab, Chauncey enjoys helping clients feel immediate improvements, building trust, educating them about their bodies, and supporting their long-term wellness journeys. Their favorite stretches are the TFL/IT Band and Piriformis stretches, and outside of work, they love to line dance at events or even in the studio.

Meet Maya! She holds an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science with a focus in Sport and Exercise Studies from Columbus State and is currently continuing her education at The Ohio State University. Prior to joining StretchLab, she worked as a nursing assistant, gaining valuable hands-on healthcare experience. She is excited to create new opportunities in the wellness space and is passionate about helping others improve their overall health. She loves the positive and welcoming environment at StretchLab, where she can build fun yet respectful relationships with both coworkers and clients while working one-on-one to make a meaningful impact. Her favorite stretch is the seated pec stretch, and a fun fact about her is that she has visited the smallest country in the world.

Meet Tahirah! Tahirah is studying Exercise Science with a Pre-Physical Therapy focus at Capital University, where she is also a member of the Women’s Basketball team. With her background in exercise science and athletics, she brings a strong understanding of movement, mobility, recovery, and performance to her role as a Flexologist. Tahirah is passionate about helping StretchLab members take charge of their health and wellness through assisted stretching. She enjoys helping clients move better, reduce tightness, improve flexibility, and feel more confident in their bodies so they can continue doing the things they love. Her goal is to continue on to graduate school and become a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Her favorite stretches are the adductor stretch and calf stretch, and outside the studio, she enjoys playing guitar and piano.

Meet Maryam! With a Master’s in Exercise Physiology and a strong background in fitness and performance, I bring both scientific knowledge and real-world athletic experience as a national-level table tennis player and Level 1 certified coach. Currently pursuing my NASM CPT, I’m passionate about helping clients move and feel better through personalized, science-based stretching at StretchLab. My favorite stretches target the piriformis and TFL/IT band, and when I’m not in the studio, you can usually find me ready for a competitive game of table tennis.

Meet Noah! Noah is a two-time NCAA First Team All-American and two-time Big Ten Champion in the 4x400m relay at The Ohio State University. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and brings a strong background in athletics, performance, and movement to his work at StretchLab. As a collegiate athlete, Noah understands the important role stretching plays in performance, recovery, mobility, and overall movement. He is passionate about helping StretchLab members experience the benefits of assisted stretching so they can move better, feel better, reduce tightness, and stay active in the things they enjoy. Through a focused and personalized approach, Noah helps clients work toward improved flexibility, better body awareness, and more efficient movement. What he enjoys most about StretchLab is the opportunity to work hands-on with members and support their goals through a stretch experience designed around how they move and what they want to achieve.