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Welcome to THE ATHLETE LAB
At The Athlete Lab, training is never random. Every session is purposefully designed to develop speed, strength, and confidence—while prioritizing proper movement and long-term athlete development.
We coach youth athletes and adults in a structured, supportive environment where progress is measured, technique comes first, and every rep has a reason.
Building better athletes
Athletic development goes beyond isolated skills or random workouts. Building better athletes requires a balanced approach—developing speed, strength, and conditioning together so athletes move well, perform confidently, and stay healthy.
Every program we offer is built around these three performance pillars.
Speed & Agility
We train athletes to move efficiently and explosively in all directions—skills that translate to every sport.
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First-step quickness and acceleration
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Change of direction and body control
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Reaction, coordination, and balance
Strength & Power
Our strength training develops total-body strength and stability through safe, functional movement patterns.
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Proper technique and movement mechanics
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Core stability and controlled power
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Injury prevention and long-term durability
Conditioning & Circuit Training
Conditioning sessions challenge athletes physically and mentally while reinforcing proper movement and confidence.
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Sport-relevant conditioning
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Builds endurance, resilience, and mental toughness
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High-energy, engaging training environment
How Each SEssion works
Every session at The Athlete Lab follows a proven structure designed to help athletes move better, get stronger, and build confidence while staying safe and engaged.
Our sessions are fast-paced, coached, and intentional, with every block serving a clear purpose.
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DYnAMIC Warm-up
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Mobility, activation, and movement prep
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Reinforces proper mechanics
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Helps reduce injury risk and improve performance
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Speed & Agility Training
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Acceleration, deceleration, and change of direction
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Footwork, coordination, and reaction drills
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Emphasis on technique and efficiency
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Strength & Conditioning
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Functional, age-appropriate strength work
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Core stability and controlled power
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Reinforces proper movement patterns
Why Athlete lab
Gym ≠ results
A gym membership gives you access to equipment....but it doesn’t build better athletes. I made this mistake when I was playing collegiate soccer. I hit the gym hard, gained muscle, but lost my agility and "step" on the competition.
I discovered athletic performance requires structured training—building strength while improving speed, agility, and movement quality. That’s what The Athlete Lab is all about.
—Francis Mulkern, Founder
Meet Our Coaches
Coach Francis Mulkern
Francis Mulkern is a former collegiate soccer player at Merrimack College, where he competed as a forward and was a multi-year contributor for the Warriors. He studied Sports Medicine and Pre-Physical Therapy, developing a strong foundation in movement, performance, and injury prevention.
With a background in competitive athletics and years spent around training environments, Francis founded The Athlete Lab to provide intentional, structured performance training that helps athletes build strength, speed, and confidence the right way.
Coach Chris Nelson
Chris Nelson is a former collegiate tennis player at Quinnipiac University, where he competed at the NCAA level and developed a strong foundation in movement, speed, and competitive performance. Prior to college, he was a standout tennis player at Scituate High School, earning All-Scholastic honors and serving as team captain.
As a coach at The Athlete Lab, Chris brings a disciplined, detail-oriented approach to training, helping athletes improve agility, coordination, and confidence through structured, purpose-driven performance work.