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Iron Lab Strength & Conditioning

5.0

Liam

16:24 25 Apr 20

I've trained with Martin for over seven years. He's hands down the best trainer I've worked with! He's got a wealth of knowledge on training, nutrition, and optimizing your overall health. I've seen amazing results over the years and continually learn more from Martin. The best part about training with him is that he sets you up for life-long success by teaching you the skills needed to reach your goal.It's rare to find trainers that are truly invested in seeing clients achieve their goals. Martin checks all the boxes - he's passionate about fitness, has a practical/holistic approach, and takes his time to understand his clients' goals.

Dan Stevens

19:22 10 Feb 20

I made contact with Martin in the summer of 2017 based on a recommendation from a friend who was one of Martin's clients. At our initial meeting, I explained that my primary motivation in considering to hire a Personal Trainer was for help with weight training and dietary issues. I was very overweight at the time and my doctor was strongly encouraging me to lose some weight as the most effective way of addressing other health issues. Martin encouraged me to make some basic lifestyle changes affecting my eating habits and simultaneously implementing a training program at the gym. I was very impressed with his suggestions and hired him to help me achieve my goals. Fortunately, my Husband was very supportive of the stated goals and suggested we work together in achieving the desired results. My dietary program primarily involved eating home cooked meals five days a week and allowing for dining out twice a week. This action alone would represent a major change from our routine of eating out at least five times a week. Home cooked meals involved a substantial reduction in starchy type foods (e.g. little or no potato, rice or pasta) but a good serving of vegetables and proteins. With Martin’s help,we implemented our new dietary program and found Martin to be a great source with both his knowledge and encouragement. He provided tips and suggestions - especially in the early stages with the implementation that included a set schedule of "eating in" and "eating out" days.. I also undertook a physical training program including hiring Martin as my Personal Trainer.During my first eighteen months of working with Martin, I succeeded in dropping thirty five pounds and thereby achieving my major goal in weight reduction. This success resulted in me finding much more energy to get out and do things including much walking and achieving happier results with my medical checks. My Husband experienced similar successes of his own.Once I achieved my initial goals, I settled into a regular type maintenance program and continue to utilize Martin for Personal Training services in addition to using my home gym on my own. Recently, I also commenced training with Charlotte Kapitza who works with Martin at Iron Lab. Having ongoing success with a maintenance program is also very challenging in different ways from working to achieve one’s initial goals and involves continued patience and perseverance to avoid falling back into old and bad habits! I have found working out with both Charlotte and Martin to be very helpful with their encouragement and ongoing suggestions to help me stay fit and maintain my goals. I have now been with Iron Lab for almost three years and the experience has definitely changed my life for the better. I give a very big Thank You to both Martin and Charlotte for the important role they have played and continue to play in my success. - Dan Stevens in Vancouver, British Columbia

Sissi Xia

01:19 27 Nov 19

I have been doing strength training with Charlotte for 7 months and have made great progress in weight loss and muscle tuning. Martin and Charlotte made very comprehensive personal training plan based on my body condition and my requirement, and help me keep track of my progress on weekly base. And their training plan works fantastically so far! I feel I have been much slimmer and stronger1! Really enjoy training with them. Five stars!

Artur Pawlak

15:14 28 Oct 19

It is rare to find a fitness trainer that highly in tune with how your body works, and doesn't just prescribe the same old common exercises. This is why I consider myself that much more lucky to train with both Charlotte and Martin of Iron Lab. Their custom routines are perfectly challenging, always staying clear of injury, but never easy. Their caring and holistic approach, as well as their accurate advice have kept me progressing year after year, and I am immensely grateful.

Erin Sept

19:31 27 Jul 19

Abhishek Ambekar

03:48 13 Dec 18

Martin is a terrific personal trainer, motivating and super outgoing ! After, an initial consultation he created a program that would help to not only strengthen but improve bad tendencies that he noticed, predominantly my arched back which I've always struggled with! Following his routine and going through the exercises, I'm gradually beginning to see improvements in my posture and increase my strength endurance. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for a personal trainer that will aid you in finding a workout and nutrition plan that's suited for you.

Alison Stafford

22:13 19 Sep 18

Martin is the best! He’s great at teaching how to exercise properly, makes it fun, and takes your overall health into account. Very positive, encouraging, and effective.

Stan Holman

21:29 09 Jun 18

In my books Martin is a 5-star trainer. He is positive, motivating, prepared and professional. I've been working with Martin for 18 months and in many ways was a beginner to the gym. I came with very specific goals related to my sport. The first program was very basic but Martin never gave me a hint of that at the time.. His perspective is simply one of looking forward and of making progressive gains. He is a stickler for technique, ensuring you understand what is proper and expected, emphasizing the importance of technique over weight or reps. Consequently I've not lost any time to injuries and my progress has been steady.. I do not workout with Martin --- he gives me a program and instructs me how to execute the exercises. Several times he has prepared a 'gym-free' program for when I am away from a gym. Martin's programs are comprehensive, progressive and creative --- he has no lack of ability to improvise and to adapt to requirements. (His programs include a stretch routine.!!) I'm very confident that Martin has the skill and expertise to support anyone in their fitness goals. And while direct and clear, he is not a drill sergeant. He's a very friendly positive guy who enthusiastically supports you to do the work that's needed to improve.

Terry Johnson

03:26 11 Apr 18

Four years ago I was healing a broken arm and a hand that had damaged muscles and torn tendons, resulting in no strength, no grasping capabilities and pain beyond belief. My physiotherapist recommended I see Martin Voslar as a strength trainer. She had such faith in him and soon, so did I.I have been training with Martin ever since and I am thrilled to say he has restored my hand strength to normal and has increased my overall strength in my entire body. Today I am stronger than I have ever been and I owe it all to Martin. He is meticulous to detail in how he prepares my lesson and watches me during my training session to be sure I am executing each exercise properly.I would highly recommend Martin Voslar as your Personal Trainer. Martin is committed to my success in the gym and in life away from the gym. Martin is pleasant, funny, conscientious, meticulous, friendly, knowledgable, sincere and genuine. He cares about each of us. He is so comfortable to be with. He has such respect for me that he encourages me to want to do better and be better. Thank you Martin - you are a class act!

Della Gough

23:49 23 Jan 18

When I originally went to Martin my plan was to just get a kick start because i quit going to the gym for 6 months.My few sessions turned into a few years. I continued to go because I think he is a fantastic trainer. I've been going to the gym for over 30 years and have had various trainers, Martin's knowledge and care for his clients is superior. He is by far the best trainer I've ever had. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone I know

Merich Guzel

05:16 18 Jan 18

Martin is a great trainer to work with because he is professional, kind and very knowledgeable. He knows how to motivate people, and makes each training sessions fun and challenging at the same time. I would have no hesitation in recommending him as your personal trainer if you want to achieve your fitness goals.

Dana Smith

07:43 08 Dec 17

Martin is a brilliant trainer. I, without hesitation, recommended him. For those seeking someone to teach you excellent form, be in non-egotistical company, and want to benefit from an incredibly optimistic attitude: this is your guy. He’s an excellent human, and skilled trainer.

Caroline Wakefield

04:08 20 Nov 17

Martin is a fantastic trainer. My husband and I have been seeing him for four years. He's always been focused on our wholistic health. He's a wonderful balance of motivating and caring at the same time. He's pushed me beyond what I thought I was capable of. I know that I'm healthier and stronger because I've worked with Martin. I highly recommend him to anyone.

G C

14:27 13 Nov 17

I've been working with Martin for over 3 year and have been so very pleased with the results I have seen. It’s been a great time . He is meticulous, prepared, professional, caring while firm to push one to achieve ones best. I would highly recommend Martin to anyone who is looking for that caring trainer that allows you to perform at your best Thank you Martin

Michael Lee

21:14 30 Oct 17

Had my breakthrough session with the best personal trainer in Vancouver in terms of consultation and physical assessment, it actually feels like he is a physiotherapist, I would have not have a single problem recommending clients to Martin Voslar because I know they got the best Personal Trainer in business while he emphasizes the fact that the goal is to educate clients enough to self-train. the holistic no BS approach by this guys philosophy is fantastic, it's just too bad denman fitness is closing down and now he's moving onto Club 16 at waterfront place which you have to pay bi weekly fees for the gym membership, you should really open your own gym when you can Martin!

lesley anderson

21:49 27 May 17

My husband and I worked with Martin with the goal of getting fit for our wedding day! Going into it we both had numbers in our minds of how much we wanted to weigh by the date. Martin helped us see past those numbers on the scale and shift our focus to looking and feeling great, while increasing strength, improving posture and sleeping better. We tackled proper form, varied and challenging workouts, healthy eating and macro tracking while using measurements to track our progress and milestones. After 5 months of training not only did we look and feel great on our wedding day, but we’re stronger, fitter and proud of our accomplishments. Not to mention, we more than reached the numbers we wanted to see on the scale too ;) I can’t recommend Martin enough!

Michelle Castillo

17:32 11 Apr 17

We had a group session with Martin in the studio. It was challenging but lots of fun. Exactly what you need when working out. Thank you Martin.

Victoria Brydon

19:37 09 Apr 17

Martin's holistic approach to strength and fitness are fantastic. I was first referred to Martin after a bad back was keeping me from any fitness at all. I've worked with Martin for two years now and over that time I've gone from really limited movements, to full movement including a return to running! Martin works towards whole body strength, and is such a joy to work with. I would definitely recommend Martin for a program totally tailored to your personal needs.

Mike Rumsby

23:49 09 Nov 16

What can I say about Martin that a five star rating doesn't? I've been training with him for almost two years. His enthusiasm and smile is infectious. His knowledge is decades deep and his attention to detail and concern for his clients is obvious and comforting. I would absolutely recommend him as a trainer to anyone looking to change their life or the way they train.

Todd Fanter

14:30 06 Sep 16

The care with which Martin designs his clients' training regiments is second to none. The program he designed for me was specifically attuned to my needs as a professional mover. He emphasized areas of my conditioning that are lacking and it has greatly increased my productivity, especially outside of work. Highly recommend.

Erin Reynel

18:26 14 Jul 16

I can't remember having such a motivating, fun experience in a gym. Martin and Dustin are amazingly knowledgeable and helped me push through a hell of a great workout. You absolutely must work out with these guys!

Patricia Culver

00:57 24 May 16

I am thrilled to be doing post MVA rehab training with Martin and I love the positive changes I'm seeing in my body and health. I've worked with many other trainers over the years and nobody has matched the incredible knowledge base and passionate motivation that Martin has. He has the key to making each session both challenging and super fun! Martin is an absolute joy to work with and I look forward to each session.

Robert Trasolini

18:38 10 May 16

I attended several Iron Lab Strength and conditioning classes and they were amazing! I highly recommend the classes, the attention to detail by Martin and the trainers were second to none. The classes were upbeat, fun and motivating.

Pete Shpak

22:41 09 May 16

I have enjoyed a number of Martin's classes and really enjoy him as a person as well as a trainer... he really puts the extra effort in to understand his clients and make them feel as comfortable as possible... he even did a great job helping my pregnant wife figuring out a training program.

Sarah Gerber

14:10 07 Apr 16

I can say without a doubt working with Martin has changed my life! He took the time to understand my goals and challenges and created a supportive, encouraging program that I loved. I learned to enjoy exercise, understand the nutrition my body needed and finally saw results. I felt like I had tried everything and never saw any changes. That changed after a year training with Martin. He helped me understand how to reach my goals, tracked my progress and encouraged me whenever I needed it. His friendly, honest approach kept me on track and accountable to my goals. I'm so happy that I took the time and money to invest in myself in this area of life. I found once my health started to improve all other areas of my life fell inline. Thank you so much Martin for helping me reach my goals and push further than I thought was possible!

indu brar

16:43 03 Apr 16

Martin is a fantastic trainer! He challenges you to be your very best. He is knowledge based and has excellent focus on form to ensure your achieving what you set out to do. Martin is root cause vs. symptom focused, working with you to figure out what may be holding you back from achieving your goals be it nutrition or health. And… above that, he is interesting and funny.

Russel Horwitz

17:55 08 Dec 15

After a 5 years of struggle with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome and having no luck with physiotherapy I began a strength training routine with Martin. After a year of slow but steady gains my knees were healthy again. I'm doing 4 hour mountain hikes, riding a bike and have almost forgotten how hard it was to do simple things like sitting in a chair for more than 5 minutes. This was by far the best investment of money and time in my entire life.

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ONLINE COACHING with IRON LAB

Online Fitness Coaching has become very popular for achieving fitness goals and there are good reasons why.
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WHY CHOOSE ONLINE COACHING?

ACHIEVE RESULTS FASTER

Online Coaching gets you to your goals faster. We design a custom training and nutritional plan uniquely based on YOU. We give you the support and accountability to ensure you succeed.

COST EFFECTIVE

Online coaching is the most affordable way to achieve your fitness goals in the shortest possible time. For the equivalent cost of 2-3 personal training sessions, you will have access to your coach for an entire month.

TIME EFFICIENT

You don’t have to show up at a specific time for a session and can complete your workout at your convenience.

CONVENIENCE

Wherever you are - in a gym, at home workout, outside etc - you have your fitness coach by your side providing accountability, motivation, and support.

AVOID INJURIES

Optional virtual personal training sessions via video chat are available to you to ensure you have all the knowledge and skills needed to complete your workout. We take you through the workout step-by-step to show you the proper form and appropriate intensities for your goals.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Your online coaching program includes daily and weekly tracking to make sure you’re doing the work, plus once a week you’ll receive detailed feedback from your personal trainer to keep you on track. You'll never stop progressing and getting closer to your goals!

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ONLINE COACHING COMES WITH:

Custom nutritional suggestions and guidelines
Custom home workout design and tracking
Weekly progress tracking and feedback
Unlimited two-way messaging support in a smartphone app

VIRTUAL PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS (VPT)

Virtual Personal Training Sessions (VPT) are a one-on-one training session with your coach via video chat. Adding VPT sessions into your online training program will get you instant feedback and guidance during a training session.

Train from wherever, whenever!
Regardless of if you train out of a large fitness centre or in your living room, your personal trainer is right there with you.

Direct access to your personal trainer.
We're coaching you through the session to ensure your form is correct and you are training at the right intensity. We keep your program on track and prevent injuries.

Ultimate accountability.
We're holding you accountable to your appointment, just like we would in a gym setting session. No excuses not to get a good workout in that day!

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YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

How does online coaching work?
Online coaching is delivered via phone app that has everything you need at your fingertips. You'll find your entire program, individualized workouts with instructional videos, workout history and nutrition tracking.

You will have a weekly update from your coach evaluating your progress and providing feedback. There is also an unlimited two-way message system so you are never left without an answer.

Do I need any equipment for my online coaching?
Depending on your goals and level of experience, you may not need much more than a yoga mat and an open space in your living room. We will create your workouts based on the equipment you have at hand.

How many times per week should I be training?
Depending on your goals, experience and recovery abilities, it will be anywhere between 3-5 days per week.

What can I expect?
Results. That is why you hired us, right? You can expect to start seeing changes in your body in the first 2 weeks of working with us. Depending on your experience with training, goals and individual differences, you can totally transform your body in 3-12 months.

Is there a minimum time I have to commit to?
When you follow our proven system you can achieve dramatic results in a very short amount of time. Because each person responds to training and dietary adjustments slightly differently, we have to adjust your training and nutrition plans based on your response. For that reason, we ask for a minimum of a 12 week commitment.

What is the cost?
Depending on the training package you choose, you should budget $250 - $700 per month. This includes all aspects of coaching - your training, nutrition and recovery programs, ongoing feedback and assessment, coaching, unlimited support and accountability from us.

How do I know it will work for me?
We have worked with many clients over the past 12 years and helped them achieve amazing results. Their results speak for themselves. We are so confident in our personal training methods we offer a 30-day Money Back Guarantee. If you’re not happy with your results or our services in the first 30 days, you will get your money back. It's a win-win for you!

How do I know if you are the right fit for me?
Click on the button below and schedule your no-obligation complimentary 30 minute video chat consultation. During the consultation, we will determine if we are a good fit working together and provide you with actionable steps you can do right now to get closer to your goals.

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