Personal Trainer in Midtown East

Get Stronger. Get Fitter. Stay Capable. I’m Izzet — a personal trainer in Midtown East, coaching out of Sports Lab NYC at 295 Madison Avenue, between 40th and 41st, steps from Grand Central. I work with adults who want to stay strong, conditioned, and physically capable for years: former athletes, busy professionals, parents, and people starting fresh. Training should improve your life, not take it over. No rigid templates, no unnecessary complexity, no two-hour workouts. Your program is built around your schedule, your recovery, your experience, and any limitations — and your first session is free.

How it works

1. Free session — We train, we talk. You get a real workout and an honest read on where you are. No pressure, no sales pitch.
2. Your plan — I build your program around your week: your schedule, recovery, experience, injuries or limitations.
3. Train — Consistent one-hour sessions that fit your life. Train hard when it makes sense, adjust when it doesn’t.

Who I coach in Midtown East

• Professionals in the Madison and Park Avenue office blocks who want pre-work or post-work sessions without trekking across town.
• Former athletes who want to feel capable again.
• Adults over 40 focused on building and retaining capacity as they get older.
• Beginners who have never lifted and want to start right.

Whether you’re a former athlete or just starting out, your program starts where you are.

Credentials

NASM Certified Personal Trainer · Sociology of Sport BSc · USAW Advanced Olympic Weightlifting · CrossFit Level 2 · Fully Insured. Read my full story.

What clients say

“I’m really happy to have Iz as my trainer. I’ve worked with him for the better part of a year and gotten so much stronger and knowledgable as a result. He’s educated me about so many areas of working out, including exercise selection, lifting protocols, and nutrition. He also motivates me to work hard. His support has been really important for making me believe I can accomplish more than I sometimes believe for myself. By continuing to train with Iz, I know that I will reach my fitness goals, and that it is ok to change my goals as my life circumstances and priorities change. Our workouts are fun and challenging, which makes me want to see him week after week. Iz is a great trainer and I highly recommend him to anyone who is serious about working towards becoming a fitter person.” — Kris B. “I’ve been working with Izzy at Sports Lab New York City, and I can’t recommend him highly enough. Izzy is truly one of the top trainers in the city—his knowledge, passion, and dedication to his clients are unmatched. From day one, he was incredibly engaging and committed to supporting me in every way possible. I came in with a shoulder issue that made certain exercises difficult, but Izzy always had an alternative exercise ready, keeping me from getting frustrated and helping me stay on track. His ability to adapt and find solutions made a huge difference in my progress. Thanks to his expertise, my shoulder is now much stronger, and I’m able to exercise normally. In just four months, Izzy helped me gain 14 pounds of muscle, and I feel stronger and healthier than ever. If you’re looking to build muscle, improve strength, or just get in better shape, Izzy is the trainer to work with. He truly goes above and beyond, and his guidance has been invaluable. Highly recommend!” — Jordan Ratner Read more client reviews.

Find me

Sports Lab NYC, 295 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10017 — between 40th and 41st, a short walk from Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building. Phone: (646) 512-2277.

Midtown East training FAQ

Where exactly do sessions take place? At Sports Lab NYC, 295 Madison Ave between 40th and 41st — easy to reach on foot from anywhere in Midtown East. I work long hours. When can I train? We’ll find times that fit your week — early mornings and lunch hours are popular with the Midtown crowd. I’ve never lifted weights. Is this for me? Yes. A lot of my clients started exactly there. Your program starts where you are and builds from there. What happens in the free session? We train together for real — it’s a proper workout, not a sales meeting — and we talk through your goals so you leave knowing exactly what training with me looks like. Nearby training areas: Grand Central · Murray Hill Explore: Home · About · Reviews · Training packages