The Athletes Corner Team
Gabriella and John first met in Boston in 2014 while Gabriella was finishing her education and John was starting his corporate career. Fast forward 7 years, in the midst of the pandemic, both John and Gabriella, within 3 weeks of each other, received opportunities to move abroad for positions in their respective fields. After a few years in their roles abroad they made the decision to create something that would help people feel more confident, healthier and become their strongest self. From there, Athletes Corner was born.
As the two created Athletes Corner they wanted to ensure that what they envisioned was built with the idea that everyone should have the ability to train like an athlete. By bringing both of their skill sets together they want to help the world become stronger and more resilient by bringing forth strength training programs that are easily accessible and designed for everyone, across all fitness levels.
Gabriella, an expert in Physical Therapy and Strength Training, and John, a professional in Business Operations and Supply Chain Management, have joined forces to create Athletes Corner. Their mission is to deliver well-structured, research-backed exercise programs that make strength training accessible, approachable, and achievable for everyone. They aim to break down the barriers and misconceptions surrounding strength training, proving that regardless of age, gender, or athletic ability, anyone can build strength and confidence. Just like a trusted coach in a boxing ring, Gabriella and John are committed to staying in your corner every step of the way, empowering you to reach your full potential.
Gabriella Greif PT, DPT, CSCS
Gabriella, a Texas native, is a Licensed Physical Therapist and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts, in 2016.
With over nine years of experience, Gabriella has cultivated extensive expertise in sports performance, specializing in working with active individuals, athletes, and professional dancers. Her career highlights include collaborating with boxers, professional rugby players, endurance athletes, CrossFit athletes, and supporting professional dancers onstage during her two-year tenure in London’s West End.
After relocating from the U.S. to London, Gabriella continued to embrace life abroad and moved to Amsterdam, where she focused on advancing her strength and conditioning expertise and obtaining the necessary credentials to become a strength coach.
Throughout her career, Gabriella identified a critical gap in the integration of strength training within rehabilitation. Determined to address this, she worked tirelessly to incorporate strength training into her practice, recognizing its importance not only for recovery and performance enhancement but also for improving overall quality of life.
Passionate about bridging the gap between rehabilitation and strength training, Gabriella has spent years refining her skills and expanding her knowledge in this area. She is dedicated to sharing these insights in ways that are practical, accessible, and impactful.
As an athlete herself, Gabriella brings personal insight into the challenges athletes face and the demands of their training. Her athletic journey includes competing in track and field, basketball, boxing, Hyrox competitions, and marathons. Currently, she focuses on CrossFit and long-distance running as she is always prepping for her next road race.
Gabriella, much like Athletes Corner, believes everyone has the potential to be an athlete. She is passionate about empowering individuals to train like athletes—not solely to enhance sports performance, but to elevate their overall quality of life.
John-Ricardo Chadwick
John, a Massachusetts native, earned his degree from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, majoring in Economics, with a minor in Information Technology and a certificate in Spanish. Over the past 15 years, he has built a dynamic career in Business Operations and Supply Chain, navigating both domestic and global landscapes.John’s professional journey began at Target Corporation, where he led operational teams and developed expertise in Logistics and In-Store Replenishment. These roles strengthened his leadership skills and deepened his passion for running a customer focused, efficient business.
After relocating to Boston, John joined New Balance Athletics, expanding his operational scope to Inventory Planning, Allocation, and Sourcing for Lifestyle Footwear and Apparel. Immersed in New Balance’s culture of fitness and well-being, John developed a deep appreciation for athletics. He participated in company-sponsored races around Boston and spent winters enhancing his skiing skills in the mountains of New England.
In 2017, John transitioned to Sonos Inc., where he specialized in Demand Planning and Forecasting. A short-term assignment to the Netherlands in 2019 led to a permanent relocation to Amsterdam in 2021. There, he led a team of Allocation and Demand Planners while pursuing personal health goals like running the Dam to Dam race annually.
Driven by his passion for health, wellness, and strength training, John has chosen to combine his extensive operational expertise with his commitment to helping others build stronger, healthier lives. Like an athlete’s steadfast support system, he’s in your corner, championing your journey to achieve your full potential.