Stephanie has been my personal trainer for the past three and a half months. Working with her has literally changed the way I think about exercising and staying healthy. Steph makes staying fit easy to do - she takes the time to design workouts that are not too challenging as to lead to frustration, but at the same time push you to improve with each session. She integrates core workouts with cardio - the perfect mix that will work every part of your body in a one hour session. Steph also emphasizes that being healthy has a lot to do with how you FEEL, not just how you look. She has taught me to listen to my body when I eat, run, and even while I study. Yoga is integrated into my training sessions, particularly during especially stressful times in my everyday life. I can honestly say that I feel healthier, more energized, less stressed, and am better able to focus on schoolwork since beginning my program with Steph. read more

Stephanie is one of the most energetic and passionate people that you will ever meet. Her passion for life, making a true difference and leaving a positive impact on whoever she comes into contact with is contagious! She has inspired me to never, ever give up on your goals and dreams; rather to always follow your heart, to 'Step' it up even through the trying times and do something significant, something extraordinary with your life! Steph has a fire for helping others and is constantly putting other's needs ahead of his own. Her altruistic nature and insatiable work ethic lead me to give her the highest recommendation. For anyone on the edge of deciding whether or not to use Steph's services it's really a no-brainer...make the choice, CHANGE YOUR LIFE and go with 'Step It Up With Steph!' read more

I moved to Chicago, IL several months ago and was either looking for a personal trainer in Streeterville or for a Gold Coast personal trainer. Enter Stephanie Mansour of Step it up With Steph! As a sedentary grad student, I didn't have many healthy habits, but Stephanie motivated me to abandon my couch potato ways with her fun and energetic approach to personal training. Steph is the best personal trainer I've had, not only because she comes to me for in-home yoga and personal training sessions in my building's gym, but because she's taught me new, healthier approaches to food, eating, and my mental outlook on a healthy lifestyle. I recommend her for her holistic and upbeat approach to being healthy. read more

I have been doing yoga with Steph for nearly 3 months. She has been coming to my apartment for our sessions and is so flexible with my busy schedule. I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease this year and wanted to do yoga to help de-stress. Steph has greatly exceeded any expectations I had and I can't imagine working with anyone else. Not only do I feel entirely less stressed, my posture has improved, my diet has improved, my body is becoming more tone, I am drinking more water and I feel more energetic and healthy. Steph really cares about improving people's lives and is so encouraging! I definitely recomend Steph!!! read more

Steph is by far the best personal trainer in Chicago! I've been a member of nearly all of the gyms in Chicago and worked with many trainers. Therefore, without a doubt, I can say that Steph is by far the best. She is superior technically while challenging and motivating. Not only are you inspired to go that extra mile, but she makes the workouts fun and interesting! You can tell she genuinely cares about you and cares about you getting the results you want. If you want to make a change in your life, "Step it up with Steph!" Thanks Steph for everything! :) read more

Steph has been a great motivational trainer for me and has helped to keep my workouts from getting boring and repetitive. The change in routines motivated me to keep going and work harder. Steph is someone that could relate with my everyday workout concerns and help me to stay focused on my goals. Without telling me I had to give up certain foods or drinks that I enjoy, she just helped me make better decisions and be more conscious of what I was putting into my body. I would definitely recommend Steph! read more

I took Yoga and Boot Camp classes with Steph. They were both very motivating and I felt the strength and flexibility in my muscles increase every week. Steph is a very knowledgable teacher and she's extremely driven. With the patience she always has, she continues to push you when she believes you haven't reached your max potential. When working out, it is easy to loose focus and her encouragement is excellent to make you go the extra mile. read more

Steph is a wonderful trainer. Her inspirational emails and videos will help you keep turning your mind and body back to the importance of taking care of yourself. She helps promote a positive body image and learning to accept and appreciate who you are so you can want to feed your body well and exercise to feel stronger. I am thankful I have learned from her and will continue to do so. read more

Steph is the best women's weight loss coach out there! Her holistic weight loss programs really works. I searched high and low and have tried many private programs focused on women, but Steph is unlike any other health and fitness expert out there. I am a super busy professional, and am still amazed at the results I was able to achieve with Steph's guidance. Highly recommend! read more

Steph is great! She comes to our home to teach pilates and yoga. She customizes workouts, pays a lot of attention to form, takes feedback well and adjusts her plans. She is really flexible on timing, always tries to work with our hectic schedules. We have seen imporvement in strength, flexibility, and balance in only 4 sessions (I can even do headstands now!). read more

Steph knows what she is doing! Her program is great, easy to follow, and she is concerned with getting results. She understands that psychology is an important factor for achieving the results for which you are looking, and that you have to have the right mindset and motivation to achieve your goals rather than just follow some mundane steps to lose weight. read more

Stephanie helps you 100% all over - not just your body, but your mind, too! It really is a mental adjustment and she helps you realize how to get the best potential out of yourself. Not only is she honest -- but her attitude and smile says it all. I definitely recommend her to anybody that needs a boost in their spirits and a downgrade on the scale :) read more

Stephanie Mansour of Step it Up with Steph is one of the best personal trainers in the Chicago, IL area. Although I don't get there much, in the time I was there, she demystified free weights and made me really feel comfortable at the gym. Dare I say - I ENJOYED working out - really! Steph, you're the bomb. Thank you for inspiring confidence in me! read more

Steph has been coming to my house for several months for yoga sessions. I have seen improvement from week to week... and it is undoubtedly due to Steph's expert instruction. She knows her stuff. Also, Steph is warm and caring... and she makes every effort to make sure that each session is personalized to meet the student's needs. read more

Steph is the most inspirational personal trainer I have ever worked with. She has really taught me to incorporate health in fitness into my daily life, and as a result, I've reached my ideal weight in a relatively short period of time. And she makes working out FUN!! read more

Stephanie's custom comprehensive approach to health, wellness, and, for that matter, life has made a huge positive impact on my fitness and well-being. She is a dedicated personal trainer, fun to work with, and quite simply, the best in Chicago! read more

I have been following the career of Stephanie (Step it Up) Mansour for several years. She is a true fitness professional and a real modern day miracle worker when it comes to health and wellness. ~ AL Garcia, Career and Talent Management Coach read more

I have had yoga sessions with Steph for the past 6 months and since we began I've felt a tremendous increase in my flexibility and strength. She is knowledgeable and able to work with a wide range of abilities. I would recommend her to anyone! read more

I could never sit still during yoga until I had a session with Steph. I felt so relaxed and in tune with my body. I've been working with her for a few months and I have a newfound appreciation for yoga now. Thanks, Steph! read more