The Exercise Lab

At The Exercise Lab we believe that no matter your fitness level, you can train like an athlete!

All of our trainers look to educate clients about how their body moves in order to get them moving in a more efficient way to reach their goals!

07/21/2026

Behind every testimonial is hundreds of sessions no one sees.

The early mornings.
The hard conversations.
The setbacks.
The consistency.

No shortcuts.
No magic program.
Just great clients who refused to quit.

These stories are why we do what we do.

07/17/2026

Your squat doesn’t need to look like everyone else’s. Different bodies move differently, so find the variation that works for you. 👊

Small adjustments can make a huge difference in your comfort, depth, and strength. 💪

07/13/2026

🎤 Your trainers are hitting the stage 🎤

The same coaches who yell “2 more reps!” are trading the gym floor for an actual stage on Thursday, September 10th. Reception at 5:30, battle kicks off at 7:00, Davide De Simone Performance Hall.

We’re doing this to support Victim Services of York Region and the incredible work they do for people in our community going through the hardest moments of their lives.

Our goal is to raise $2,500 — every bit of support means a lot to us and to them.

🎟️ Head to vsylipsyncbattle.ca and hit “Get Tickets” — these will sell out fast, don’t wait on this one.
CommunityImpact

07/06/2026

Five years. 👏

On July 4th, Michael officially celebrated 5 years with The Exercise Lab.

It’s hard to put into words the impact he’s had on our team, our culture, and every athlete and client he’s worked with over the years. His positivity, energy, and genuine care for people make our facility a better place every single day.

Whether you’re training with him, working alongside him, or simply walking through our doors, you leave better because of the person he is.

Mike, thank you for everything you’ve poured into The Exercise Lab over the past five years. We’re incredibly grateful to have you on this journey and can’t wait to see what’s ahead.

Here’s to many more! 💙

06/27/2026

Every young athlete wants to know the secret to getting better.

So we asked four hockey players one simple question: What advice would you give a younger athlete?

Different players. Different experiences. But one thing is clear: success isn’t an accident.

Listen closely. Their advice might change the way you approach your game. 🏒

06/23/2026

Most athletes don’t have a protein problem.

They have a carbohydrate problem.

If you’re trying to gain muscle, get stronger, recover faster, and perform at a higher level, carbohydrates need to be a staple at every meal.

An easy way to build your plate:

🍞 Breakfast:
Bagels, toast, oats, cereal, fruit, granola

🥔 Lunch:
Rice, potatoes, wraps, pasta, bread

🍚 Dinner:
Rice, potatoes, pasta, quinoa, bread

🍌 Around training:
Fruit, bagels, pretzels, granola bars, cereal

Too many athletes are eating plenty of protein but not enough total fuel to support growth and performance.

If your goal this off-season is to add quality muscle and get the most out of your training, don’t forget the carbs.

The athletes who grow the most are usually the athletes who fuel the best.

06/22/2026

Inspired by the 2026 HYROX World Championships this past weekend, we figured we’d share a few highlights from our own crew taking on HYROX Ottawa!

For some of our trainers, this was their first HYROX experience. For others, it was another opportunity to challenge themselves, push their limits, and see what they’re capable of.

One of the best parts of being surrounded by great people is having teammates who push you to become a better version of yourself every day.

At The Exercise Lab, we all became trainers because we love movement, competition, and challenging ourselves. Events like HYROX are a great reminder that growth happens when you’re willing to get uncomfortable.

Practice what you preach. Lead by example. Keep showing up.

Maybe we’ll see a few of these faces at the World Championships one day. 👊

06/19/2026

This week, we said goodbye to an incredible person as a Trainer at THE EXERCISE LAB.

If you’ve ever had the chance to know Courtney, you know exactly the kind of person he is. He’s the person who always has time for a conversation, no matter how busy he is. The person who can make you laugh when you’re having a tough day. The person who genuinely cares about everyone around him and always finds a way to lift others up.

Courtney’s kindness, positivity, and energy have left a lasting impact on our clients, our athletes, and our entire team. His presence in the gym will be missed more than words can describe.

The good news is this isn’t really goodbye. While Courtney may no longer be coaching at THE EXERCISE LAB, he will always be part of our family.

Courtney, thank you for everything you’ve brought to our community. We are so grateful for the time we’ve shared and all the lives you’ve impacted along the way.

We wish you nothing but success, health, happiness, and love in this next chapter. We can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish.

Once part of the family, always part of the family. ❤️

06/18/2026

Ruben and Michael took on the Princess Margaret Ride to Conquer Cancer this past weekend. Huge thank you to everyone who donated and supported them along the way, together they raised over $5,000!!

The ride itself helped raise an incredible $23.3 million for cancer research. Grateful to be part of something that big, with such an important cause behind it.

What an experience. What a weekend.

Special thank you to the following people, we couldn’t have done it without you 🔥

James Demarco, Cheryl Breckenridge, Catherine Evans, Michele Roach, Brian & Shelley Fulton, Cathy Roy, Bolton Realty Group, Chris Frechette, Taylor Kanitz, Cody Skelton, Nicole Tuzi, Sean Robinson, Aaron Steinman, Kelsey Irwin, Angela Tuzi, Colin Yeo, Melanie Dayton, Dylan Yeo, Austin Mckercher, Bas de Baat, Courtney Kersten, David LaForge, Eva Durante, Lilian Yaqub, The Martin Family! 😊

06/17/2026

Speed isn’t just sprinting.

To become a faster athlete, you need to develop all 6 pillars of athletic speed:
✔️ Running Mechanics
✔️ Acceleration & Deceleration
✔️ Top Speed
✔️ Change of Direction
✔️ Multi-Directional Movement
✔️ Sport-Specific Performance

That’s why we test first. Because every athlete has different strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities to improve.

Want to find out what’s holding your speed back? Send us a message to book your athletic performance assessment.

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Telephone

+19052350212

Website

http://www.exerciselab.ca/

Address

210 Pony Drive, Unit 2
Newmarket, ON
L3Y7B6

Opening Hours

Monday	5am - 9pm
Tuesday	5am - 9pm
Wednesday	5am - 9pm
Thursday	5am - 9pm
Friday	5am - 9pm
Saturday	7am - 1pm