Welcome to Stretchlab Thornwood

I have been a Massage Therapist for 17 years. Outside of the studio I enjoy biking, soccer, and fitness classes. I love being part of StretchLab because I love helping people feel better!

Stephanie graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Kinesiology degree and nutrition minor. She has experience in personal training with a NASM and USAW level-1. While in high school she joined track and now coaches for a local high school track team. She enjoys running and ran her first marathon in May. Stephanie is looking forward to being part of StretchLab because she enjoys educating people on the importance and benefits stretching.

Natalia holds a 500-hr Advanced Yoga Teacher Training Certificate and has been on a journey of untangling the connections and interrelations of our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects. She enjoys connecting with Nature and integrating all lessons it has to offer. Her life purpose is to stretch people on a physical, emotional, and mental level. She absolutely love connecting with clients on the bench where we can together access the secrets of the human body.

Haley graduated from Mercyhurst University with a BFA in Dance Performance and a certification in Organizational Leadership. She currently dances with a Chicago based performing arts company. In her free time, Haley enjoys getting outside and catching up with friends and family. She is excited to be a part of StretchLab, connecting with her clients and help them reach their goals.

Gabriella has been practicing yoga for over 7 years. She earned her 200 hr certification in the last year. She will start working on her Pilates mat certification this fall. When Gabriella is not in the studio she can be found enjoying the outdoors. She loves to bike, hike, kayak and long walks along the beach. Gabriella loves working at Stretchlab because it connects well with her yoga and Pilates career. The Flexologist training has given her a greater understanding of the human body and how she can better help her clients feel amazing. Gabriella loves making people feel better and help them achieve their fitness goals.

Kendra is a personal trainer from Urbana, IL, with a lifelong passion for health and wellness. Her expertise spans sprint track coaching, personal training, and massage therapy. She is dedicated to holistic healing, focusing on the body's natural ability to recover and thrive through effective stretching techniques. Her goal is to educate and help clients achieve their fitness and wellness objectives while maintaining a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

Dom played football for North Central College and graduated with an Exercise Science degree. His love for the sport led him into the health and fitness world. He has been a personal trainer for 8 years and has worked with athletes from high school to the NFL. Dom joined us at Stretchlab because he wanted to learn more about the recovery process and how it plays a role in performance. He also loves to see the difference in how people move before and after their stretch. He is excited to grow and develop as a Flexologist and stretch all of our members!

Eric is a passionate personal trainer with a deep love for bodybuilding and a fondness for walking. He enjoys helping his clients achieve their fitness goals, whether it is building muscle or stretching. Eric joined us at Stretchlab because he wanted to help people in more ways than just personal training. His goal is to develop as a Flexologist and continue helping his clients see change and progress in their flexibility.