Team Members

 Eric Stone is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and has a BA in Exercise Science and Physical Education.  As the owner of Lombard Strength and Fitness, he has the philosophy of instilling "Strength for Every Body."  Stone has 20 years of experience in training various individuals with special needs, including autism spectrum disorder, down syndrome, and various physical disabilities. Eric has extensive experience in the sport of powerlifting as a coach, athlete, and promoter.  In the sport of powerlifting, he has coached several Special Olympic powerlifting teams, including athletes at the State, National, and International levels.

Outside of Lombard Strength and Fitness, Eric is father of two, Jacob (11), and Alyce (7), and has been married to his wife Jackie for 17 years.  Together with Jackie, they have run the competitive powerlifting crew, Team Stone, for over 15 years
 

Olivia has over 9 years of coaching experience with children and adolescents, including special needs athletes, in sports such as figure skating, football, and basketball. Committed to helping others achieve their fitness goals, she is excited to help promote healthy lifestyle habits through GOT. 

Olivia is a former competitive figure skater, graduate of Duke University, and currently an Emergency Room Technician as she prepares to attend medical school.  
 

Bob has served on several non-profit boards. He was excited to get involved with GOT because of the focus on mental health to help children and adolescents thrive. He looks forward to advancing GOT’s noble mission of keeping the emotional, relational, and physical health of today’s young and future generations in balance. He currently serves as Senior Vice President for Dana Investment Advisors in Chicago and has worked in the financial services industry for over 35 years.