

Meet Lori Lapin, Coach & Owner
I'm Lori Lapin - a seasoned fitness and guru with a 35 year journey in the wellness industry. I hold a degree in exercise science from the University of Georgia, specializing in corporate fitness. In 2012, I founded Strong Foundation, a cutting edge gym in Columbia, SC. My mission is to cater to individuals of all ages and stages on their fitness journey.
It is not just one single part that makes a successful outcome, but a well balanced program consisting of nutrition, movement, flexibility and overall self esteem.
MEET THE TRAINERS

Jarrett Register
I have been helping people with exercise and wellness since I graduated college from the University of South Carolina in 2011. I specialize in working with people who have had major orthopedic surgeries and just finished up physical therapy. I enjoy teaching people safe and functional exercises that will help them with daily activities and improve their quality of life. I have found my calling in this line of work and look forward to helping you with your goals.

Jasyn Dawson
My passion for fitness began through football in high school and college, where I experienced firsthand the power of transformation. Training helped me go from the “husky” kid growing up to becoming stronger, healthier, and more confident.
In 2019, I began coaching as a Strength & Conditioning Intern with the University of South Carolina Football Team. I quickly realized my passion extended beyond athletes—I wanted to help everyday people improve their health and quality of life through fitness.
After three years of group fitness and personal training, I became a certified nutrition coach and NASM-certified personal trainer to better support my clients. Now, as part of the Strong Foundations team, I’m excited to continue helping others build strength, confidence, and lasting healthy habits.

Kylie Schombert
Hi everyone! I’m Kylie Schombert. I have been working in health and wellness for 6 years. My background is in exercise science, nutrition, and health coaching. My passion is to help clients build strength, knowledge, and skills to live healthier lifestyles while achieving sustainable results. I joined the Strong Foundations team as a rehab-focused trainer in 2025. I’m currently working part time, while I complete my Masters in Nursing at the University of South Carolina. My goal is to bring both clinical knowledge and real-world training experience to every session. I can’t wait to see you at our gym!

Kathi Corbett
I bring more than 24 years of Pilates experience to every session. I studied Exercise Science at the University of South Carolina and Surgical Technology, with a focus on orthopedics, at Midlands Technical College. This background allows me to combine movement expertise with a deep understanding of the body.
I’ve trained with STOTT PILATES and Balanced Body and studied Active Isolated Stretching under Aaron Mattes. My experience includes working with clients through injury recovery, joint replacement, and cancer rehabilitation. I also created my own Pilates accessory, THE BOARD, designed to make the practice more accessible and beneficial for everyone.

Ian Scott
ISSA-certified personal trainer with more than three years of experience and a former Division I track athlete at Lehigh University. I specialize in strength training and performance, helping clients build consistent, sustainable results.

Rebekah Preston
I graduated from the University of South Carolina in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology and began my career in group fitness and personal training. I previously managed Progressive Fitness and Wellness, where I provided personal training, nutrition guidance, and group fitness classes.
Today, I work with City of Columbia employees, performing clinical exercise stress testing for the Fire Department and providing nutrition consulting, personal training, group fitness, and yoga. I’m often called a “Wellness Investigator” because I enjoy finding ways to improve my clients’ quality of life through careful listening, wellness counseling, and health coaching. My passion is helping others build healthy, sustainable habits that support longevity and a better quality of life.
