Meet Your Personal Trainer
Benjamin Lee, M.Sc.
Athlete and Engineer
Ben is a research scientist and engineer turned personal trainer located in Toronto, ON. His lifelong passion for fitness and sport only intensified during his BASc in Mechanical Engineering when he discovered the same principles of statics and dynamics directly apply to physical training: all human performance boils down to physics!
This inspired Ben to earn a Masters degree in Biomechanics supervised by Dr. Stuart McGill, the world's leading expert in spine biomechanics. Ben's research on the assessment and exercise prescription of low back injury rehab/prevention has been published in numerous scientific journals, textbook chapters and professional lectures.
Prior to becoming a personal trainer, Ben spent 10+ years in the health & fitness-tech industry including roles as Co-Founder/Chief Scientific Officer of his own VC-backed startup. Ben architected and developed the user experiece of proprietary AI tools to measure, analyze, and build exercise programs for musculoskeletal health.
Nowadays Ben uses expertise to directly help clients effectively move and feel better at work, play and life.
Credentials
BASc Mechanical Engineering (Waterloo '09)
MSc Kinesiology (Biomechanics) (Waterloo '13)
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Exercise 1
Functional Movement Systems Level II
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What Our Clients Say
“I’ve suffered with back pain for over ten years due to an old injury. Working with Ben I have been able to rebuild my core and lower back strength in a very short period of time and I am now doing challenging workouts that I never imagined I could. Ben is very knowledgeable and always has my best interest in mind. He has motivated me to have patience with the process and push myself harder."
Anisa Y.
"Ben’s personalized training and encouragement has allowed this mid 50-year old menopausal sedentary woman to lose 30 lbs in a year. I highly recommend Ben and his training program - if I can lose weight and increase my fitness and confidence, ANYONE can with the Ben program!"
Leena D.
Ben’s been an amazing trainer. I’m in my 50’s and sit at a desk all day. Working with Ben for 4 months I’ve lost 20 lbs and my back pain is gone. His expertise makes him the best trainer I’ve ever had!
James H.
It was a pleasure working with Benjamin. He knows his stuff and lead me with smooth easy to follow instruction. The exercises movements hit the spots of concern which was a relief.
Yan H.
I’ve been suffering from the same ankle injuries over the years and have done hours of physio to relieve it, just for it to keep coming back. Ben identified the root issues right away and put me on a program to actually repair and rebuild the muscle and tendon weakness that kept me from properly healing. I feel so much more stable now, and my balance is improving!
Elaine K.
Since I moved to Canada that I wanted to start doing martial arts again.
Ben set a program to get me in shape to endure a full Muay Thai class. I learned the basics that allowed me to fully enjoy the Muay Thai class, lost weight, gained muscle, increased my stamina, and gained a lot of confidence back.
With Ben you not only get a great workout, you also learn why we are doing the specific exercises and what the outcome should be.
Best instructor I've ever had so far.
Fábio F.
When I was connected with Ben for personal training, I suffered from low bone mass, and weakened muscle and core strength. Ben is extremely knowledgeable and designed a customized program for me. He is very motivating and has a wonderful positive attitude. After 6 months of dedicated training with Ben I have observed an increase in short and long term endurance, and increase in core strength for balance and focus and an increase in muscle size and strength. His constant updates of my sessions keeps me progressing consistently. I would highly recommend Ben’s services.
Michelle F.