Tammy

As the founder and owner of The Fitness Cellar, LLC, Tammy Beam is a living example of the phrase "What doesn't kill you will make you stronger."

Both a certified personal trainer and spinning instructor, Tammy draws upon a lifetime of experience and extensive training to help others develop healthier and happier lifestyles. She has been certified with the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America for 10 years. She is also a certified Spinning Instructor with Mad Dogg Athletics, Inc. and has a Career Diploma in Fitness and Nutrition.

Prior to her career in personal training, the Columbus, Ohio native excelled in varsity sports as a High School student. Tammy was a three-time first-team all league basketball and volleyball player with numerous recognitions. She also coached high school volleyball.

After high school, Tammy spent 7 years in the U.S. Army Reserve, where she graduated first in her company in the Army Physical Training Course. After completing her service, she attended Columbus State University.

Tammy faced one of her biggest physical and personal struggles when she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in 1999. During the two years she fought the disease, Tammy made a deal with herself: if she could beat cancer, she would help others improve their quality of life through health and fitness.

Today Tammy is cancer free, and dedicates herself to inspiring people of all ages to discover their best selves, physically and mentally. With her tireless dedication and spirited enthusiasm, Tammy never fails to bring out the best in people, clients and co-workers alike.

Stacy

Stacy's passion for physical fitness began with tennis. As a graduate of Westerville South High School in Westerville, Ohio, Stacy received numerous accolades for her tennis game. These included winning the school's "Most Valuable Player" award four years in a row and qualifying for the AAA girls singles state competition as a quarter finalist in 1987. Stacy also played on The Ohio State University women's tennis team from 1988 to 1990. After college, Stacy took her game to the next level by becoming a tennis pro, working with athletic clubs around the Columbus area.

Even with her impressive sports background, Stacy understands the challenges that come with making healthier lifestyle choices. After the birth of her son Connor, she accepted an office job at a Columbus-area communications company, where the schedule was better suited for motherhood. Stacy says she gained important experience behind the desk, but it also came with a less desirable side effect: weight gain.

"I realized that I couldn't eat what I ate before and had to exercise for my health, not for fun or for the thrill of competing" she says.

With hard work and determination, Stacy has re-committed to fitness while maintaining her interest in business. As co-owner of The Fitness Cellar, she oversees the financial side of the company and is in charge of the new café. She is also a Certified Spinning Instructor, and is working toward completing her personal trainer certification.

Ultimately, Stacy says her goal at The Fitness Cellar is to see clients become their best selves. "I want to see everyone achieve and be all that they can be in life" she says. "The best way I know to get there is by being healthy."

Jessie

Jessie is a graduate of Northwestern High School, where she excelled in cross-country and track.

Among her numerous accomplishments, Jessie won The Ohio State Cross-Country Championship DII title, placed eighth or higher at the Ohio State Track and Field Championships all four years she competed, and finished tenth at the state meet her final cross-country season. Her outstanding running performances landed her a full athletic scholarship to the University of Houston. While competing at Houston, Jessie was one of the team Captain’s for three out of four years of competition. She graduated with a Degree in Kinesiology of Exercise Science and decided to return back home to Springfield. Jessie is a licensed massage therapist with the American Institute of Alternative Medicine.

Her future plans are to continue training, spinning and working as a massage therapist. Jessie's experience, education, and drive have helped Jessie become one of The Fitness Cellar's top trainers.

Julie

Julie is enjoying her second year as a personal trainer at The Fitness Cellar, having joined the staff in the Spring of 2007. She graduated with honors from Wright State University in 1992 with a degree in education. Julie is certified by AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America) as a personal trainer and received her Spinning certification in June, 2007. Julie has over 12 years experience as a group exercise instructor, teaching classes such as spinning, step aerobics, floor aerobics, and cardio-circuit classes. She serves as a spinning coordinator for The Fitness Cellar along with Jessie.

Julie's background as a competitive swimmer has served her well in her most recent endeavor- triathlons. A life-long fitness enthusiast, Julie and her husband, Doug, raise their three children with an emphasis on physical fitness and pursuing a healthy lifestyle.

Alix

Alix is a certified personal trainer through AFAA (Aerobics and Fitness Association of America)and a certified Spinning instructor. She is a runner at heart and has completed over a dozen marathons, including two trips to the Boston Marathon, just as many half marathons, several ultra marathons, and too many smaller races to even count. She has extended her love of running into coaching middle and high school students. Alix was the cross country coach at Emmanuel Christian Academy for several years and has been working with Northeastern High School for the past several years. She is also an assistant track coach at South Vienna Middle School.

Alix thinks people see her enjoyment in exercise (even though they call her nuts at times) and has people ask her to help them with their running and other areas in fitness. She loves sharing this because it is part of who she is and why she wants to train you. Alix got into personal training because she wanted the adults and teenagers she worked with to be safe in their training and to train correctly and specifically towards their goals. She not only wants to see people succeed, she wants people to transform their lives into new lifestyle changes and to enjoy the changes so they become permanent ones.

Personally, Alix has been married for over 17 years to her high school sweetheart, Dan. They have two boys; Colin, and Seth. Both boys are heavily involved in sports.

Cheryl Thompson

Cheryl Thompson is a new trainer at The Fitness Cellar. Her bio will soon follow.

 

 

 

 

Cheryl Koelsch

Cheryl is a Springfield native and a proud mother of three Children ages 12, 10 and 6. Together with her husband they own and operate Cheryl’s father’s previous business. “Dolbeer Cleaners”. Cheryl has always loved being active and fit. She played tennis in High School for Catholic Central and played intramural Tennis at Ohio State. She is currently on 2 tennis teams out of Dayton and trys to play as much as possible.

Cheryl and a friend of hers actually competed and won the Cincinnati “Flying Pig pump and run” contest for their age group. Cheryl’s natural competitive edge allows Cheryl to excel in Personal Training. She wants to see her clients be and believe in their best selves. Cheryl enjoys running and competing in ½ Marathons, 10k’s and 5k’s. Cheryl wants to spread the importance of exercise, and wellness to others through positive reinforcement and encouragement. Her motto is to “believe in it and you CAN do it!” Cheryl is here to help.

Matt Ault

Matt Ault’s passion for physical fitness began at an early age when he began playing sports in elementary school.  His grandfather, Don Henderson, coached Varsity basketball and baseball at North High School for 30 years, and really influenced his passion for athletics and the training involved to excel at sports. Matt is a certified personal trainer through The National Academy of Sports Medicine and specializes in “sports enhancement” training.

Matt graduated from Urbana High School where he was a three time first team all - league pick in football and basketball as well as captain and MVP in both sports. He led the basketball team in scoring and the football team in tackles. At Ohio Wesleyan University, Matt started as a freshman and became an All-American at left tackle in 2001. Matt has a strong and consistent experience in weight lifting for 15 years. But also has exemplary skills in training using a wide-variety of modern and effective methods to suit any individual interested in training for various purposes.

Matt Ault is a strong part of the Fitness Cellar Team and is excited about his career as a Personal Trainer.  The Fitness Cellar will be expanding its services in the summer of 2010 in the Sports Enhancement program for all Athletes. If you have a child who excels in Athletics and would like to enhance his/her game Matt is the trainer for you.

Travis Childs

Travis Childs is an ISSA (International Sports Science Association) Certified Fitness Trainer. In high school he was a standout on his high school football team, Waynesville High School, claiming All-League honors in two consecutive years as a linebacker. He also competed four years in the Natural Athlete Sports Association Annual power-lifting competitions. He has training experience in a variety of settings including Mainstream Gym, High Schools, and In-Home fitness. In these settings he has worked with various populations including athletes, disabled, pregnancy, geriatric, and youth. In 2008 he was featured in a national publication, The Parillo Press that features national gyms and their trainers. He believes that education is the foundation for our growth as individuals and is an essential element of achieving physical fitness. He is new to working in the Springfield area and is excited to grow within the community.

“The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. Hard work is the price you pay for success. I think you can accomplish anything if you are willing to pay the price.”

Blaine Wright

Blaine Wright brings knowledge and detailed instruction to The Fitness Cellar. Blaine was a standout for his high school baseball and power lifting teams, the Springfield Northeastern Jets. While in high school Blaine earned all league honors in two years playing in the Ohio Heritage Conference. He also competed in the Natural Athlete Strength Association in power lifting, earning two state titles, shattering every state record, holding four national records, and one world record, even earning lifter of the year for 2006. After high school he extended his baseball career to the junior college scene pitching for Clark State ranking among the top ten in National Junior College pitchers, and earning all-region honors.

Blaine has experience in all areas of exercise. Whether you're looking to enhance your athletic program or to just get yourself in the best shape of your life, Blaine is the trainer for you!

Jon Pritchard

John Pritchard is a new trainer at The Fitness Cellar. He is ready to welcome new clients. Bio to follow.

 

 

 

 

Isaiah Markwell

Isaiah Markwell began the discipline of fitness training early when at the age of 7 he started in martial arts, continuing his study of Karate into adulthood. He excelled in competition winning numerous tournaments and awards. He was also a stand out athlete in football. He was a captain of his high school team, winning personal post season awards as well as a team championship. Isaiah is a natural athlete with wrestling, tennis, baseball and weight lifting among his sports of choice. His history and personality allow him to connect with the skilled athlete and the new comer to fitness as well as the busy working professional trying to balance their lives. Isaiah is a full time personal trainer, dedicated to helping you successfully meet your fitness goals.