Joe Ranieri

After spending 25 years in commercial fitness club operations, Joe wanted to get back to his roots as a provider of superior health and wellness programming. His dream entailed opening an intimate, low-volume fitness training facility that would provide his clients with the close supervision needed to inspire a life-changing experience, bringing life to the LifeStage Fitness concept in 2005.  LifeStage is now owned and operated by the ROL youth foundation and still gives you the same great fitness experience you expect.

Joe’s operating model combined the best attributes of a typical commercial gym with the highly customized services of a personal fitness trainer and nutritionist. Summer 2008 marked the launch of LifeStage Journey - his life-management ‘workouts’ that help participants learn to ‘manage their baggage’ by taking responsibility for their choices and the results that follow.

As a result of bringing his dream to reality, a niche in the fitness world had been created.

Joe’s passion for fitness training, nutrition, and energy management is obvious upon the first step into LifeStage Fitness. From his hands-on approach to fitness training, to the inspirational messages written by him hanging on the walls,  his philosophy of taking personal responsibility for one’s own health and well-being resonates throughout the venue and beyond as his loyal clients practice what he preaches each day with measurable success.

Rene Garvey

Trainer and Assistant Manager Rene Garvey from Mokena has been in the fitness industry since 1987. It all started when she and her father started attending group exercise classes at the recreational center in their town. Rene started teaching group classes right after college and received her personal training certification in 2004 after completing a 12 week body transformation. Outside the club Rene’s husband and 3 children keep her busy, but not too busy. She has competed in three Natural Bodybuilding Competitions taking 1st. 3rd. & 5th. Her latest undertaking was writing a cookbook with her best friend.

Becky Prince

Trainer Becky Prince comes to LifeStage Fitness from New Lenox.  She is married and has seven children. She has been teaching/training for 12 years.

 “I’ve been with LifeStage since Joe was at Hallmark(the soccer dome). I love helping people to be motivated to stay fit. I love my job.  It helps to keep me sane.  With a busy household It's amazing how a little sweat will maintain ones sanity.” -Becky

Lisa Van Eck

Trainer Lisa Van Eck joined LifeStage Fitness in the later part of 2007 but has been in the fitness industry since 1997. She holds many AFAA Certifications including several Silver Sneaker specialty certifications for Senior Programs. When Lisa is not in the gym you can find her playing with her many rescued pets, out with her daughter, volunteering at the Humane Society, or working in her many gardens. Fall is the best time to know Lisa because she always has extra produce to share! “The members are my inspiration...  a fabulous group of really special people, including our staff, and especially Joe.  His hard work and perseverance has inspired me very much.” –Lisa

Kathy Mclean

Kathy Mclean is in charge of members’ accounts. She became part of the LifeStage Family in March 2008 when she was a contestant in the Change Your Life Challenge. Her personal experiences with LifeStage have changed her life.  “I ran in the Griffin 4 mile race. This was the first race I ever ran and felt empowered because I did it.  I ride my bike more now and with a bit more ease. My friends from the Biggest Loser inspired me, if they can do it so can I. I am on my way.” –Kathy