Tailored Approaches for Hockey Players vs. Swimmers Our cutting-edge, 2200 sq ft facility is uniquely designed to cater to the diverse training needs of athletes across various sports. In this post, we’ll delve into how we customize strength and conditioning training for two distinct sports – hockey and swimming – using our state-of-the-art equipment. Why Customization is Key in Athletic Training Each sport demands specific physical attributes and skills. At Gritlabs, we understand that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work when it comes to athletic training. That’s why we focus on sport ..read more

As the holiday season rolls in, it brings with it an array of delicious foods and busy schedules, which can often sideline our fitness routines. At Gritlabs, we believe you can enjoy the holidays while still maintaining your fitness and health. This guide offers simple yet effective tips to keep you on track. The holidays are synonymous with indulgence. While it’s important to enjoy these moments, it’s equally important to maintain a balance. This doesn’t mean giving up on holiday cheer; it’s about making smart choices. Fitness Tips: Protein-Prioritized Meals: Before heading to a holid ..read more

At Gritlabs, we offer a diverse array of classes — LIFT, HIIT, Hyrox, and GRHIIT — each designed to cater to various aspects of your fitness journey. While we have a structured class schedule, we believe in the power of personalization. Let’s explore how you can construct an ideal training week that resonates with your personal fitness goals. Understanding the Classes Our classes cater to different fitness needs: LIFT: Divided into upper body, lower body, and full-body sessions, these classes focus on comprehensive strength building. HIIT: High-Intensity Interval Training is perfect for ..read more

Discover the HYROX fitness race with Gritlabs, your official HYROX Gym partner in Burlington. Experience functional workouts and improve your strength and endurance with us. Burlington fitness enthusiasts, there’s exhilarating news on the horizon! Gritlabs is proud to announce our affiliation as the **official HYROX Gym partner** in Burlington, ON. Wondering what this means for your fitness journey? Let’s explore. What is HYROX? Originating from Germany, HYROX is a unique fitness challenge, bringing together the thrill of functional exercises with the exhilaration of running. Whether yo ..read more

As we age, our bodies go through numerous changes, including the natural decline of muscle mass, bone density, and overall strength. To stay healthy and maintain a high quality of life, it’s essential to adapt our training routines to cater to these changes. In this blog post, we’ll delve into why strength training becomes increasingly important as we age, and offer some tips on how to incorporate it into your fitness routine. The Importance of Strength Training as We Age: 1. Counteracting muscle loss: Beginning in our 30s, we start to lose about 3-5% of our muscle mass per decade. Str ..read more

We are back this year with Dirty Games of GRIT 2.0 Join us on June 12th for an insanely fun and dirty workout with tire flips, shovelling and carrying heavy stuff around the farm. Register Today What to expect? 60 minutes of farm style workout from flipping tires, shovelling sand, carrying heavy things & may be pulling a tractor. Workout style is very much like circuit training where you spend few minutes per dirty station. If you had attended Dirty Games of Grit in October 2021, then this will be a spiced up & wilder version (of course)   Date Sunday June 12, 2022 Time ..read more

Please join us on Sunday, May 1st Ryan Brittany is a local Burlington resident, who has been fighting Hodgkin’s lymphoma for the past 12 years. On Sunday, May 1st we are having a 5K fundraiser run in support of Ryan. The goal is to raise enough funds to be able to send her to a hospital that does integrative approaches to fight cancer, but this treatment exists outside Canada and is very expensive. 5 km Fundraiser Run for Ryan Location: Spencer Smith Park, Burlington, ON Event Date: Sunday, May 1st, 2022 Meeting Time: 9:45 a.m. Run Starts: 10:00 a.m. No registration needed. Just put on y ..read more

A healthy diet is an extremely important component of your fitness journey and it’s often one that is overlooked. Food is not only fuel but it aids in building and maintaining muscle mass. Creating healthy meals and snacks is easy when you know which foods are best to eat. Filling your diet with these three foods will help you make progress faster than with exercise alone.  There are a wide range of foods to include in a well balanced diet from 3 key types: Proteins, Grains & Vegetables3 Key Groups of Foods to Include: 1. Protein Foods Whether it’s plant-based, lean meat or legumes ..read more

Returning to boot camp after an injury or illness? How soon is too soon and what’s the process. There may come a time in your fitness journey where you experience injury or illness. Once you’ve spent some time recovering, how soon is too soon to return to the workouts? The truth is there is no one size fits all answer as everyone’s body and experience is unique. Here are a few steps to take when you are ready to get back into your boot camp classes. 1. Get the green light from your doctor  After being treated and caring for your injuries you are most likely ready to move again but i ..read more

The benefits of a group workout go beyond fitness and can help you in your everyday life. When it comes to workouts there are many ways to get your body moving, from personal training, specialized classes,  group workouts, and everything in between.  Although motivation might be a driving factor when starting your fitness journey it might be harder to sustain than you think. Group workouts can help you be consistent and stay on track with your fitness goals.  Whether you are looking to try something new or just starting out, here are three reasons why you should consider group ..read more