Coach Steph

Steph Rountree

Steph Rountree is the owner and founder of Bolt Fitness, bringing over 13 years of experience in the fitness industry as a coach, athlete, and leader. She graduated from DePaul University in 2014 with a degree in Health Science, where she competed as a Division I athlete in both volleyball and cheerleading. It was during her time at DePaul that Steph discovered her passion for coaching and strength training, beginning her career as a certified group fitness trainer in 2013 at the university’s recreation center.

Steph went on to earn her Master’s degree in Exercise Science from Northeastern Illinois University in 2018, further deepening her knowledge and commitment to performance-based training. Her expertise and presence in the industry also led to a partnership with Nike, where she served as a Chicago-based fitness coach.

As both a coach and athlete, Steph’s philosophy is rooted in the belief that “If you have a body, you are an athlete.” She is passionate about helping individuals unlock their potential through structured, purposeful training that builds strength, confidence, and resilience.

Steph believes coaching is one of the most rewarding professions, and she leads with the intention of creating meaningful impact. Her priority is to help clients fall in love with the training process, take pride in their progress, and ultimately improve their lives through fitness.