While sitting quietly in Brancusi's Atelier at Le Centre Pompidou, Cheryl Delio-Malham began to reimagine the personal training experience. As she gazed at the exquisite collection of sculpture and statuary, all made from similar types of wood and metal, yet each one singular in form and beauty, she remembered something from her days as a student at the Art Institute of Chicago: A unique, ideal form already exists within the medium. An artist merely frees it

The same could be said for a Bespoke Fitness® trainer, she thought. Welding her knowledge and love of art, with nearly 20 years of experience as a personal trainer, Cheryl has created a singular, health and wellness experience: Bespoke Fitness®. She designs individualized fitness programs, unique to each client, taking into consideration his or her goals, bio-mechanics and ambitions, likes and dislikes. Working with all fitness levels, and all ages, Cheryl's intensely personalized, custom approach allows her to sculpt and ultimately free the ideal form that dwells within. 

She practiced ballet when she was younger, but she's always been an athlete. She believes the human body can move in infinite ways, with infinite intentions, never moving quite the same way twice. And she is driven to explore these ways as she provides the ultimate, singular Bespoke Fitness™ experience.

Cheryl believes that everyone has the ability to transcend their present limits to achieve supremely individualized fitness objectives as a means toward other goals: more confidence; more self-esteem; longer, healthier lives.

Happiness, too.

For proof, one may  look to her clients. They include: heart transplant patients; cancer survivors; individuals who are battling obesity...and winning; clients with severe physical injuries; pre and post natal women; athletes of all levels and ages; and fearless members of an aging population who are defying the norms of aging in a quest for a superior quality of life— at every stage of it.

But Cheryl can’t do everything. Clients must be willing to make a commitment; to think about and engage with the idea of fitness in fundamentally different ways. Not as a separate, onerous daily or weekly task; but as something more important:

“Here, the pursuit of wellness is not a chore,” she says. “It’s designed as a benefit AND a joy that becomes a meaningful, integrated and lifelong experience.”

Cheryl’s certifications include: National Academy of Sports Medicine-certified personal trainer (NASM-CPT), PTA Global, Physical Mind Institute Pilates, Gray Institute 3DC, KBC-Kettlebell, ViPR/FitPro, Orange Belt Shidokan Karate, Gyrotonic® Level 1, New Leaf Metabolic Testing, Precision Nutrition-Nutrition Consulting, ISCA/Thomas "The Promise" Certified Boxing/Kickboxing Presenter, Forza (Samurai Swordfighting), Johnny G Spinning, Reebok Flexible Strength, Nike SPARQ, Functional Movement Screen (FMS). Cheryl created the group fitness class Workout Challenge for a chain of Chicago-based health clubs.  She holds a Master of Art in Art History from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and a Bachelor of Art in English and Art History from St. Mary's at Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana.

To schedule a consultation or appointment with Cheryl, email admin@delcorpo.com.

BRETT PAINTER, PT, DPT, COMT

BESPOKE PERFORMANCE® TRAINER • PHYSICAL THERAPIST • DRY NEEDLING SPECIALIST

Brett’s passion for sport and wellness has driven his success as a trainer and physical therapist.

From an early age Brett found himself enamored with physical fitness as a means to improve performance and never looked back. He also was a physical therapy patient on many occasions which sparked his interest in rehabilitation.

“Everyone has an inner athlete. Everyone. One of my jobs is to help clients release it.”

Brett has experienced fighting back from his own devastating knee injury and has helped other athletes return to the field during his time as a team physical therapist for DePaul University's Division I Athletics. This unique perspective enables Brett to push his clients towards gains in strength, endurance, power, and agility while improving their movement inefficiencies and reducing their risk for injury.

“Everyone has an inner athlete,” Brett says. “One of my jobs is to help people believe it, and to release it.” This belief influences his approach with each and every client. Brett considers individual client needs and goals; identifying and addressing strengths or weaknesses to help locate that “inner athlete”.

His infectious positive energy, attention to detail, and a humble, profound sense of humanity speak volumes of Brett’s character: as person and a therapist.

When Brett is not seeing patients at Northwestern; or treating and training clients at Delcorpo, he can be seen firing his signature long-distance “buzzer-beaters” on the nearest basketball court.

Brett earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northwestern University; and a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois. Additional certifications include: Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist from the Ola Grimsby Institute, Trigger Point Dry Needling Level I and II, Personalized Blood Flow Restriction. For more info about Brett, visit his site.

To schedule a consultation or appointment with Brett, contact admin@delcorpo.com.

John’s passion for exercise and fitness began as a soccer player in high school.

When he noticed he was getting pushed around too much on the field, he began hitting the weight room and learning more about fitness and nutrition.

He honed in on an interest in physical therapy and rehabilitation, leading him to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois followed a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northwestern University.

“All progress takes place outside of the comfort zone.”

He currently works full-time as a physical therapist with orthopedic patients. However, he continues to have a passion for working with clients outside of a clinic environment as a personal trainer. He emphasizes safe and functional exercises to empower his clients to live active and healthy lifestyles, while helping them realize that, as he says, “all progress takes place outside of the comfort zone.”  

John is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northwestern University. He is also an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS). For more info about John, visit his site.

To schedule a consultation or appointment with John, contact admin@delcorpo.com.

Coach Ryan Nosak has dedicated his life to helping others achieve their health and fitness goals.

At the age of five years old, Ryan lost his mother to cancer and spent his pre-teenage years using food as a coping mechanism. He became clinically obese and struggled with self-esteem and confidence as a result of being overweight.

At age 13, Ryan discovered strength training and his life would be changed forever. The results from fat loss and increased strength motivated and inspired him; and he slowly began to create a positive view of himself.

Ryan realized he had a deep affinity for strength training and he began working at a local gym at age 15.

He coached his friends through strength training sessions and realized he had a knack for teaching and inspiring others. His experiences at the gym throughout high school introduced him to the world of strength and conditioning and Ryan realized he wanted to become a coach.

He attended Penn State University for his Bachelor’s in Kinesiology, where he worked as a student coach for the Penn State Nittany Lions football team, as well as numerous other sports. Ryan holds a Master’s of Science in Sports Management from Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina.

Ryan’s coaching journey spans nine years across Division I college athletics, with stops along the way at Tennessee State University, Vanderbilt, Robert Morris University, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and more recently, DePaul University. He has worked at Power 5 universities, aided in the training of multiple professional athletes; and has been mentored by NFL strength and conditioning coaches.

Outside of college athletics, Ryan has used his experience to inform and improve the lives of numerous clients who want to be more comfortable in their own skin. He specializes in fat loss, body composition, strength, and sports performance training programs. For more info about Ryan, visit his site.

To schedule a consultation or appointment with Ryan, contact admin@delcorpo.com.

Nick has devoted his life to movement-dominated activities from competitive athletics to stage acting. His latest passion::running and marathon training.

As a Bespoke Fitness® trainer and health coach, Nick applies what clients already know and do well to what he calls ”areas of opportunity,” while introducing “little habits” that can have a big impact on one’s health and fitness.

In time, Nick’s clients experience improved mobility, strength, and energy in their workouts, as well as in their other weekly activities.

“New habits create new potential and new opportunities in health’” Nick says. “Together, these can keep you engaged and motivated, and help you stay focused as you work to achieve your health, work, and life goals. Together, WE will unleash the ability you have to be successful in optimizing your best self.”

In the words of one client, “[Nick’s] workouts are appropriately difficult and thoughtfully tailored-- every session includes exercises that make me feel powerful, challenged, and surprised by my own (increasing!) strength…he can make a good day a great day, and a bad day feel much better."

Nick also worked as an educator at a Catholic school in Chicago, spending his days with “amazing, small, but energetic children with huge personalities.” His experience as an teacher and a trainer allows him to understand the importance of staying healthy, fit, and energized, at all age levels, for the demands of each day outside of the gym.

Nick is an ACE certified Personal Trainer, and an ACE certified Health Coach. He is also ViPR and Pre/Post Natal certified.

To schedule a consultation or appointment with Nick, contact admin@delcorpo.com.

MARY DRILL, M.S. Kinesiology, ACSM  

FITNESS TRAINER • EDUCATOR• HEALTH & WELLNESS CONSULTANT

Mary is an American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certified personal fitness trainer and educator.

She holds a business degree in finance and marketing from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Master of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois, Chicago.

Sofia graduated from Carroll University as a collegiate athlete with an undergraduate degree in Exercise Science and a master’s degree in Sports Physiology and Performance Coaching.

She has experience working with clients of all ages and skill levels both in the private sector, and with Division I, II and III athletes.

Her philosophy is simple: fitness should be enjoyable and empowering. She specializes in holistically crafting personalized workout plans that align with the individual needs of her clients, whether it’s aiming to lose weight, build muscle, or just improve overall health and well-being.

Her goal is to make each session both effective and engaging, so clients stay motivated and excited about their individual progress.

Sofia holds a USAW-L1 certification and is actively pursuing her passion for Olympic weightlifting. She thrives on challenging herself and loves encouraging her clients to reach their fullest potential.

Dedicated to maintaining a balanced lifestyle, Sofia also motivates her clients to embrace a well-rounded approach to fitness and life.

To schedule a consultation with Sofia, contact: admin@delcorpo.com.