Stephanie McConnell

Stephanie graduated from the University of Florida with a B.S. in Exercise Science, having completed her practical hours in physical therapy and later choosing an internship at a cardiac rehab hospital in Greenville, SC. She came to Columbus in 2000 to manage several on-site corporate fitness facilities before deciding to become a full-time personal trainer in 2001. She has worked at Westerville Recreation Center, Dublin Recreation Center and Columbus Sports Connection, as well as training in-home clients before settling on CSC for a full-time position. Stephanie is now an ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) certified trainer at Columbus Sports Connection. She currently teaches fitness classes for residents in Independent Living at Wesley Glen in addition to her work at the gym. She is also currently pursuing her LMT at Columbus State Community College. She specializes in individualizing programs to meet the needs of her varied clientele. She enjoys both individual training and training for groups of two or three. If needed, she can match individuals with appropriate partners for their level of fitness. Stephanie has experience with: - teenagers (sport specific and non-athletic) - brides-to-be - pregnant & post-natal women - senior citizens - injuries & rehabilitation - athletes - weight loss - muscle gain - partner training - and many other goal-specific areas.