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Meet Chris Black

Chris is the Head of Education at Strength Lab and an experienced coach with a background in Exercise Science. He combines deep technical knowledge with real-world coaching to help clients transform their bodies, improve performance and build lasting results.

Head of Education

About Me

“I started working out at quite a young age (around 15 years old), at the time it was to get stronger to continue playing sport and push myself to higher levels. I quickly noticed the impact training and nutrition could have on performance in a sporting environment. As the years passed I fell in love with training to the point that I become more interested in my improving body composition rather than playing sport.

This passion led me to study an Exercise Science degree at university. I used this knowledge in human physiology, biomechanics and nutrition to train and prepare myself for a bodybuilding show in 2014 which I won. This experience made me even more passionate about training and nutrition. So much so that I started to help others with their fitness goals by becoming a personal trainer and coach full time.

Since then I have trained and coached 100’s of clients to achieve their goals successfully from complete beginners to advanced bodybuilders and sports athletes.

I love helping people to transform their bodies & condition their minds.”

Leading By Example

Pushing Limits. Inspiring Others.

In this video, Chris Black shares the mindset, discipline and lessons that took him to become a bodybuilding champion. As Head of Education at Strength Lab, Chris brings that same dedication to shaping the next generation of coaches.

Results Backed by Experience

Chris Specialises in

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Strength & Hypertrophy

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Advanced Fat Loss

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Competition Preparation

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Body Recomposition

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Transformation Specialist

Experience That Drives Results

Qualifications & Experience

Chris has a background in Exercise Science and over a decade of coaching experience. He has worked with a wide range of clients from beginners to advanced athletes and bodybuilders. His approach blends deep technical knowledge with practical, results-driven coaching.

  • Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

  • Head of Education at Strength Lab

  • Over a decade of coaching experience

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Expert Coaching. Consistent Results.

Your Goal, Our System

At Strength Lab, every coach is trained to deliver the same proven system. We focus on structure, accountability and personalised progress. Whether your goal is fat loss, muscle gain, strength or competition prep, you will receive expert support and clear guidance from any coach on our team.

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Fat Loss

Personalised training and nutrition plans that reduce body fat and build lasting habits.

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Strength & Performance

Training designed to improve strength, control and performance over time.

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Muscle Gain

Progressive programs that support lean muscle growth, strength and recovery.

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Competition Prep

Specialised support to guide you through every phase of comp prep with confidence.

The Strength Behind Strength Lab

What Makes Strength Lab Coaches Different

We don’t just hire PTs, we develop coaches. Every Strength Lab coach is selected for their technical skill, growth mindset and ability to deliver real results. Through structured onboarding, ongoing development and shared systems, we maintain a consistent standard of care across the entire team.

  • Personalised training built on evidence, not ego

  • Progress tracking and accountability systems

  • Weekly coach mentoring and development

  • Unified training philosophy, delivered your way

With the right coaching, you don’t need perfect genetics, just a proven plan and consistent support.

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MEET OUR COACHING TEAM

Each member of our elite coaching team brings a unique mix of experience, expertise and care, but they all share one thing: a commitment to helping you train with structure and achieve real results. Scroll through to find the coach that’s right for your goal.

Chris Black, one of our expert personal trainers Melbourne at Strength Lab

CHRIS BLACK

Head of Education

With a background in powerlifting and elite strength training, Chris helps clients build lasting performance through smart programming and technical precision.

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DYLAN LINDSAY

Head Coach & Team Manager

With years of experience in elite personal training, Dylan specialises in helping clients of all levels build strength, confidence and sustainable habits that last.

Meet Hannah Nieuwoudt, part of the expert personal trainers Melbourne team

HANNAH NIEUWOUDT

Master Trainer

Hannah combines a background in elite sport with a passion for coaching women to build strength, confidence and lasting body composition results.

Cam Lack, certified coach and personal trainer at Strength Lab Melbourne

CAM LACK

Master Trainer

Cam brings a strong foundation in strength training and physique development, helping clients train with intent and build results that last.

Jack Vance, Melbourne-based personal trainer specialising in transformation coaching

JACK VANCE

Master Coach

With a calm, client-first approach, Jack helps people build strength, improve movement and achieve sustainable progress without the noise.

Kieran Boylan, experienced personal trainer Melbourne at Strength Lab

KIERAN BOYLAN

Master Trainer

With a background in high-level strength and conditioning, Kieran helps clients train with precision, build real strength and perform at their best.

Sab Khan, transformation and performance specialist

SAB KHAN

Master Trainer

With a deep focus on biomechanics and long-term progress, Sab helps clients train efficiently, move better and build strength that lasts.

Edward Chard, Strength Lab coach

EDWARD CHARD

Master Trainer

Edward combines a passion for strength training with a deep understanding of body transformation, helping clients level up with smart, sustainable coaching.

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