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Hi! I graduated from UIC with my Bachelors in Exercise Science and kinesiology. I am the head coach and coordinator for the gymnastics program at the Burbank Park District and have been there for 10 years! I am a certified SCW personal trainer. On top of personal training, I am also a certified Water in Motion instructor, Schwinn cycling instructor and WERQ instructor! In my free time I love to weight lift, play volleyball, golf and hang out with my cane corso! I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your stretch goals and needs!

Hi, I'm Sarika! I'm a Flexologist here at StretchLab and have also been a Physical Therapist (PT) specializing in Orthopedics and Women's Health since 2002. My career in Physical Therapy has been extremely rewarding, as I have always been enthusiastic to help people of all ages heal and recover from injuries/conditions related to accidents, work, sports and/or other hobbies, postural dysfunction, etc., and assisted stretching has always been a fundamental component of my repertoire as a PT. In 2020, after managing a privately owned Physical Therapy clinic in California's Bay Area for nearly ten years, I returned to my Chicagoland roots during the Pandemic. At this time, when searching for methods to achieve my own optimal physical, mental and emotional health, I discovered my passion for Restorative Yoga, a meditative form of Yoga that focuses heavily on breath work and passive stretching. Subsequently, I strive to combine my own experiences, education and expertise to help others from all backgrounds reach their health, fitness and wellness goals and reduce their risk of injury during activities of daily living, integrating body awareness and mindfulness while improving posture, flexibility and joint mobility. StretchLab is the ideal place to do this! Outside of StretchLab, I spend my free time connecting with music, losing myself in books, staying active in various ways, enjoying the company of family and friends, and doing pretty much anything with my husband and two children. I'm looking forward to working with you, and whether you're looking for a meditative stretch or one that's going to push you to your limits (quite literally!), I assure you that your mind, body, soul and spirit will thank you!

My journey with stretching and flexibility began at Lyons Township High School as a gymnast and springboard diver. While attending the University of Oregon, I discovered the practice of yoga. Initially seeing it as a way to continue my overall flexibility; I ultimately fell in love with the practice after finding a deeper spiritual connection with my body, mind and soul. Yoga became a daily practice for me after a car accident on my bicycle left me with chronic back and neck pain. After about 5 years of practice, a little massage and chiropractic therapy, I was able to relieve myself of what was once constant pain and discomfort. Once I experienced this first hand, I decided to become a yoga instructor so I could provide others with the same healing and spiritual benefits. I obtained my 200 hour certification in 2019 after practicing for 9 years. I recently moved back to the area where I have been teaching at the Esporta in Countryside as well as through Zoom via in-balancelife.com I love to stay physically active and workout daily. Other physical activities I enjoy are: hiking, kayaking, sailing, swimming, biking, frisbee golf, dancing, and sand volleyball. I look forward to meeting all my new clients and helping you achieve your flexibility goals and hopefully provide lasting healing.

My lifelong journey as an athlete began on the soccer field in high school and continued through college. After starting a family, I pursued my passion further by becoming a certified personal trainer. Over the years, my interests expanded to include running, marathons, Ironmans, skiing, and mountain climbing. Recently, I've directed my focus towards enhancing functional mobility, balance, and flexibility through dedicated training and stretching routines. StretchLab has become the perfect platform for me to extend my expertise and assist others in reclaiming and elevating their flexibility levels. It's immensely rewarding to be able to contribute to their journey towards improved physical well-being.

Hi! I graduated from U of I in 2019 with my bachelor in inter disciplinary health. I have worked in the health care field for most of my life. Other than StretchLab I am also currently working as a medical assistant at an internal medicine office. My hobbies consist of hanging out with my dog Huncho, lifting weights, and reading. I also love all things sports whether it’s watching or playing them. I’m looking forward to meeting you and helping you reach your flexibility goals!