StretchLab

Bios

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  Howie

  Flexologist

  Howard “Howie” has over 25 years of experience as a one-on-one fitness specialist and is certified by The National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the Paul Chek Institute as a Holistic Lifestyle Coach. As the former fitness manager at the world-famous Golds Gym in Venice for eight years, he trained as an NPC Bodybuilding Competitor for the 2011 Excalibur USA Bodybuilding Championships. During COVID, Howie studied unconventional Fitness, including Gada, Indian Clubs, Persian Meels, and Tai Chi. He was recently certified as a coach in Steel Mace Flow.

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  Ryan

  Flexologist

  Ryan I. is a southern California native and is a certified massage therapist that has been working for 15 plus year's. In his free time he enjoys surfing, mountain biking, trips to the Sierra's, and spending time with his wife and daughter. Ryan is excited to bring his holistic background to help his clients thrive in their day to day life.

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  Marielle

  Flexologist

  Marielle is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer who started her own business in 2020. Growing up, she played sports, and when she stopped playing sports after high school, she fell in love with strength training. She has been working at Stretch Lab since she discovered stretch therapy in 2021, and loves providing clients with a better quality of life. Through stretch therapy and personal training, she discovered her love for healing the body, and is currently a Kinesiology major, pursuing her doctorate of Physical Therapy.

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  Madison

  Flexologist

  Madison is a 200 hour yoga certified therapist. She loves running, cycling and working out at the gym. All things movement for her! Originally from Los Angeles. Learning and aspiring to heal and help others move well and live optimally.

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  Joey

  Flexologist

  Joey is an athlete, instructor choreographer, competitor and STUDENT! A certified Personal Trainer with a focus on Corrective Exercise, and Myofascial Pain Syndrome. He completed his 200RYT in 2023, previously a Spin and Pilates coach. With continued studies in Martial Arts, including Weapons, Boxing, and yes ‘Stretching’, he’s constantly adding new skills towards his education. A former Triathlete, Power Lifter and BMX competitor, with several of his own restrictions and injuries. The fact that something as basic as Stretching can fuel so much positive change is powerful. Joey wants to be part of that change, and help foster change to as many others as possible.

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  Sarah

  Flexologist

  Sarah comes to Stretchlab with a background in physical therapy and athletics. Her degree in Exercise Science and experience working in a physical therapy environment helps her to understand any clients needs. When Sarah is not at Stretchlab she can be found in a gym coaching high school volleyball. As a former Division 1 athlete she understands the patience and work that is needed to reach physical change and is committed to helping her clients achieve their goals.

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  Joel

  Flexologist

  Joel is a personal trainer who has worked with a variety of clients ranging from elite athletes to, toddlers, and seniors. Joel grew up as a multi-sport athlete, playing baseball, basketball, volleyball, and soccer, and eventually playing baseball at the NCAA Division 1 level. In his free time, Joel loves to cook, read, and play the piano.

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  Ryan B

  Flexologist

  Ryan B. is a certified personal trainer who got her start in training athletes. She grew up as an athlete herself in various sports, and has now been coaching competitive cheerleading for 10 years. After starting her stretching journey at 12 years old, StretchLab has become a fitting home. Ryan is currently in school for Massage Therapy, and is passionate about furthering her knowledge of the body.

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  Marie

  Flexologist

  Marie is born and raised in the Los Angeles area. She studied kinisiology and sports medicine at Santa Monica college which led her to begin private assisted stretching and pursuing a career with Stretch Lab. Marie is passionate about the power mobility has on our quality of lives. She wants to help others feel better in their bodies and reach their bodies full potential for pain free movement!

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  Sebastian

  Flexologist

  Sebastian discovered his passion for helping athletes recover and prevent injuries after playing sports his whole life. An LA Native, he has worked at StretchLab since 2022. Sebastian has earned his A.A. Degree in Kinesiology, his B.S. in Pre-Physical Therapy, and is pursuing his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. His clients appreciate his patience, attention to detail, and dedication to their well being. Sebastian looks forward to helping clients achieve their goals one stretch at a time.

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  Isabella

  Flexologist

  Isabella is from Minneapolis, Minnesota, and she has her degree in Dance from Utah Valley University. She has a passion for fitness and helping others reach their goals. During college, she learned Laban movement studies, which she likes to incorporate. She also has a competitive background in Ballroom dance and pageants winning national titles. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, socials, jiujitsu, modeling, going to the gym, and anything artsy. She is currently teaching dance and continuing education with licensing. Isabella is the second sibling in her family that pursued dance and entertainment her older brother is a guitarist in a metal rock band called Xaeto.