The Lab by Tom Bisson

The Lab by Tom Bisson Not a typical gym. No noise. No mirrors. No ego. Science-led group coaching for people 40+ who want real, lasting strength. Based in Rocket Padel Ilford.

Strong isn’t a size. It’s a standard.

23/09/2026

Sometimes the best workout is as simple as pulling up before the sun's even up, putting on a pair of trainers, and using empty streets for sprint work.

22/09/2026

First peak of the Morocco trip. That first long incline always hits a bit harder than you expect, no matter how much training you’ve done. It’s hard work while you're in the middle of it, but reaching the summit as a group made every single step worth it 💪

20/09/2026

It’s funny that the shortest workout on the list is the one I dread the most. A 4 minute Tabata sounds like nothing until you try it 😅

18/09/2026

Still thinking about last month’s anniversary workout. Bringing live music onto the gym floor while everyone worked out was a first for us, but the atmosphere was incredible. A great way to reflect on year one 🥂

16/09/2026

The hardest part of the trip wasn't just the steep climbs - it was the altitude gain. Skipping the usual gradual ascent and pushing straight up to 3,000 metres made for a rough first night in the dorms. Safe to say nobody got much sleep when your body spends all night trying to catch its breath 😂

14/09/2026

Whatever image you have of your own fitness, a proper challenge will calibrate it pretty fast. Day one always hurts because you’re forced to bridge the gap between how ready you thought you were and what’s actually required.

12/09/2026

Most strength bottlenecks come down to the link holding the weight. If your hands and wrists can't handle the load, the rest of your body never gets the chance to work properly. Fix the baseline first.

11/09/2026

Good coaching isn't designed to keep people reliant on you forever. It’s building habits that stick whether someone is standing over you or not. Seeing people step into the gym on their own, stay consistent on holiday, or make smart choices with their movement when no one is watching - that’s the real win.

08/09/2026

Building a business is one thing, but watching it grow beyond yourself is something else. The goal was always for The Lab to be a space and a brand that stands on its own, not just something tied to me. Seeing members wearing The Lab merch around the gym and the courts, heading to sessions - it’s a reminder of how far things have come.

06/09/2026

If you pick a goal where success is guaranteed, you’re not really changing anything. Choosing something where you might actually fail forces you to level up your routine, your discipline, and how you handle pressure. By the time event day rolls around, the outcome is almost secondary - the work you put in along the way has already done the job.

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Wellness Suite, The Lab By Tom Bisson
Ilford
IG13PS

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 9pm
Tuesday 6am - 12pm
Wednesday 6am - 9pm
Thursday 6am - 9pm
Friday 6am - 12pm
Saturday 7am - 12pm

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+447825291950

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