Community Highlights: Meet Rick Rick III of The Energy Lab

Today we’d like to introduce you to Rick Rick III.

Hi Rick, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
Rick is the owner and head coach of the Energy Lab, a training facility in Hilliard, Ohio. With nearly three decades of experience in strength and conditioning, Rick specializes in helping athletes of all ages improve movement, build confidence, and push past limits.

Through his online coaching, Rick now empowers endurance athletes everywhere to stay strong, healthy, and injury-free year-round—without needing a gym. His methods blend proven science with practical strategies to fit seamlessly into busy training schedules.

A Boston Marathon qualifier and 10-time Ironman finisher, Rick’s expertise comes not only from his professional credentials—including certifications from the NSCA, Precision Nutrition (Level 2), and Russian Kettlebell (SFG)—but also from a lifetime of pursuing and conquering endurance challenges. From cycling across America to mentoring athletes across different communities, Rick’s passion lies in helping others achieve their goals and discover the power of their own bodies.
Learn more about Rick and his coaching philosophy at www.elabfitness.com.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
The fitness industry is notortious for misinformation to sell products, supplements, and services that are based on lies that never die. These include the myth of spot reduction, bulking up too much if you lift hevier weights etc. This makes it difficult for potential clients to understand the value and culture of our training system. Once we get a new person to do a trial they usually start to understand the difference between mainstream franchises and how we approach training.

Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I work with endurance athletes, runners, cyclists, multisport athletes (triathletes) to help them with strength and mobility. We have a small group training model where the clients often have their own programs that I oversee. I do take on referrals from clients that aren’t endurance athletes. We have a number of longevity clients well into their 70’s that are quite impressive with what they can do.

We’ve done many years of outdoor weekend workouts in local parks that our clients really enjoy. Recently we’ve added Ruck/Run/Walk events as fundraisers that we been successful with.

If you had to, what characteristic of yours would you give the most credit to?
Being creative with the workout formats while still going deep on the fundamentals is always a focus, but the most important piece is keeping the community strong. Clients need to feel comfortable regardless who they’re in the gym with.

Pricing:

• $40 a session
• Youth Athetes $250 a month unlimited

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.elabfitness.com
• Instagram: @energylab
• Facebook: Energy Lab Fitness
• Youtube: @elabfitness.com