Lucy Brunson is the February 2026 Athletic Lab Member of the Month. Lucy is a youth member of the Athletic Lab Weightlifting Team. In less than a year competing in the sport, Lucy has won a North Carolina age group state championship and competed at the national level. Athletic Lab provides evidence-based, field-proven training to competitive athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. Athletic Lab is the trusted training home for dozens of elite professional athletes and trusted by both local and international teams. These same training methods are available to high school athletes looking to excel on the field, court or track in our Scholastic program. Athletic Lab is one of the top fitness and performance training centers in the country. We have a vibrant and diverse community ranging from fitness enthusiasts looking to get in the best shape of their lives to elite professional athletes. You can read about previous members of the month here. Name: Lucy Brunson What city were you born in? Maitland, Florida What do you do when you’re not training at Athletic Lab (occupation, hobbies, etc)? I'm usually hanging out with my brothers or playing with friends outside What’s your favorite exercise? Clean and Jerk or Snatch; Least favorite? At the end, accessories What do you feel has been your greatest accomplishment since you started training? Winning states making it to nationals What motivates you in your training? Competitions and fellow teammates

Chris McGowan is the January 2026 Athletic Lab Member of the Month. Chris is a long time member who's consistency and hard work really stand out. Chris is a successful physician with a passion for health. Athletic Lab provides evidence-based, field-proven training to competitive athletes and fitness enthusiasts alike. Athletic Lab is the trusted training home for dozens of elite professional athletes and trusted by both local and international teams. These same training methods are available to high school athletes looking to excel on the field, court or track in our Scholastic program. Athletic Lab is one of the top fitness and performance training centers in the country. We have a vibrant and diverse community ranging from fitness enthusiasts looking to get in the best shape of their lives to elite professional athletes. You can read about previous members of the month here. Name: Chris McGowan What city were you born in? Flemington, NJ What do you do when you’re not training at Athletic Lab (occupation, hobbies, etc.)? I’m a physician specializing in obesity medicine, with a focus on endoscopic bariatrics—non-surgical procedures that help patients manage their weight and health. I’m passionate about helping people reach their goals and energized by the rapid innovation happening in the obesity space right now. Outside of medicine—and when I’m not at Athletic Lab—you’ll usually find me running with my two kids (ages 10 and 12) at a weekly 5K, riding mountain bike trails, or hanging out at the local skate park. What’s your favorite exercise? Least favorite? You can’t beat deadlifts—they’ll always be a favorite. I also love the jammer press for its unique combination of being brutally challenging and incredibly loud, which ups the fun factor. Least [...]

Athletic Lab is one of the premier fitness and performance training centers in the country, and each month we highlight one or more of our members in our member of the month feature. We have a diverse and energetic community that ranges from fitness enthusiasts looking to get in the best shape of their lives to elite professional athletes. For the month of January we've selected Megan Whelan. Megan is a private training client who has competed in Irish dance for many years. Most recently, Megan finished 7th in the region. You can read about previous members of the month here. Name: Megan Whelan What city were you born in? Alamogordo, New Mexico What do you do when you’re not training at Athletic Lab (occupation, hobbies, etc)? I work as a chemist, and I enjoy Irish Dance, reading, and playing video games. What’s your favorite exercise? Least favorite? My favorite exercises are the compound movements Beatriz puts together; they’ve really improved my power in dance. My least favorite is Burpees. What do you feel has been your greatest accomplishment since you started training? Overall, having the confidence knowing I’ll have enough stamina and strength to complete my dances. Placement wise, 7th in the region this last fall. What motivates you in your training? Seeing and feeling the improvement in my training and dancing.