Welcome to StretchLab Redmond

I have been working in the health and fitness industry for 20yrs!  I’m am a Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Sports Nutritionist and Yin Yoga Instructor!  I use an intuitive approach to working with each individual using my education and years of experience while helping you reach your goals and what your body is telling me when I’m working with you.  My goal is to help you build a strong foundation of mobility, flexibility, and recovery so that your body can do all the things you demand of it and stay injury free too.  Helping people is my passion and I truly believe that taking care of your body has many benefits will keep you young and healthy for years to come.  When I’m not working with people or working in my own self-care, I am trying to drink coffee in peace - but my cat and dog usually join me… or seeing live music, traveling or getting my cardio on the dance floor! 

Certified Personal Trainer for 13 years NASM PTAG. I am in the health and fitness industry because I truly enjoy helping people feel better about themselves and live happier, healthier lives.

I have been passionate about the musculoskeletal system and movement as long as I can remember. I graduated from Western Washington University in June of 2023 with a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology with a specialization in Exercise Science. During that time, I also became certified in personal training by the American Council on Exercise. I have been actively personal training for about a year and have learned a great deal about stretching and how to improve physical health throughout the lifespan. I believe anyone can have major improvements in their physical health no matter their age, disabilities, or injuries. My goal is to educate not only myself but also others through their stretching journey.

Hi there! I'm Mel, a born and raised Pacific Northwesterner. I grew up in Snohomish county and played soccer through college. In 2011 l earned my Bachelor's of Science in Nutrition and Exercise Science and began my wellness career with the YMCA of Snohomish County as a personal trainer, group exercise instructor, nutrition and wellness coach, and clean cooking instructor. Over the next decade I complemented my Y work with experience as a certified exercise specialist in a physical therapy setting as well as a personal trainer in a senior living community. When not in studio, you can find me and my kiddos out for a hike, riding our bikes, or discovering treasures at local thrift shops. I am an outdoor movement advocate and firmly believe nature holds space for all of us. It is a joy and privilege to help others find their happy corner of nature through movement wellness, and I am excited to work with you on achieving your goals. Let's get started!