Chris Ransom

BS | Fitness Professional

Personal Training Park Ridge

About

Chris joined the Orange Shoe Park Ridge team in 2023, after graduating from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a BS in kinesiology. He plans to obtain his Strength and Conditioning coaching certification in the near future. Chris has an extensive background in baseball, most recently playing for the NCAA Club level team at UIUC and the Cangelosi Sparks 18u travel team. Chris also played basketball & golf at the IHSA high school level. Along with playing, Chris also has experience with coaching athletes, most recently as an Urbana High School assistant varsity basketball coach & a summer baseball camp coordinator. When Chris is not at Orange Shoe he enjoys spending time with family, watching sports, and playing with his two dogs!

Q & A

Q: Why did you become a personal trainer?

A: I’ve always had a passion for fitness and helping others, and becoming a personal trainer has allowed me to do both while building friendships along the way.

Q: What has been one of your favorite client experiences?

A: Helping a high school freshman prepare for and make his high school junior varsity team.

Q: What is your proudest physical achievement?

A: Setting a district record for the 100m dash in track and field.

Q: Why do you love Orange Shoe?

A: Orange shoe provides me with a tight-knit family and community & the opportunity to help people grow and better themselves. There’s nothing more satisfying than seeing someone achieve their goals!