Welcome to The Athlete Lab - Where Results Begin
Home to TriFitness Coaching & Rocket Racing Minnesota!
The Athlete Lab Fitness Studio is not your average gym—we’re the premier transformation destination in the Twin Cities, built for people who are serious about feeling, performing, and living better. Born from the proven success of TriFitness Coaching, we’ve been helping aspiring endurance athletes reach new heights for years—and now, we’ve created a home where everyone belongs.
At The Athlete Lab, you only pay for what you want.
No overpriced memberships. No pressure to buy supplements or products you don’t need. Just expert coaching, cutting-edge equipment, and a results-driven environment designed around you.
We offer a full spectrum of fitness and wellness services tailored to fit your goals and schedule, including:
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Spin
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Functional Training
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Power Lifting
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Performance Run & Bike
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Mobility, Yoga & Pilates
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And much more...
Plus, our state-of-the-art infrared sauna and recovery options mean you’ll get the complete continuum of care—from peak performance to total restoration.
Whether you're chasing a PR, recovering from an injury, or just trying to move and feel better, The Athlete Lab is your one-stop solution for sustainable fitness, real wellness, and undeniable results.
Two Women. One Mission. Your Transformation.
At The Athlete Lab, you're not just joining a gym—you're joining a community led by two passionate women who know exactly what it means to chase goals, overcome obstacles, and build a life of health and purpose from the inside out.
💪 Vicki Ostendorf
Founder & Owner of TriFitness Coaching & Rocket Racing
Triathlon Coach | Run Coach | Personal Trainer
NASM CPT | CKTT | IM Certified Coach | RRCA Coach | Certified MFR Therapist
Vicki is a visionary coach with an extraordinary ability to see the untapped potential in every person she meets. With decades of experience and an impressive list of credentials, she’s guided countless individuals toward success—whether that’s crossing the finish line of their first Ironman or discovering their inner strength for the first time.
A decorated endurance athlete herself, Vicki has racked up marathon, half-marathon, and Ironman accolades—including becoming the first woman to complete an Ironman on a fat tire bike (yes, seriously!). Her mission is simple but powerful: help people become more than they ever thought possible. Through expert coaching and genuine support, Vicki’s impact goes far beyond physical transformation.
Vicki holds a degree in Corporate Fitness from UW–La Crosse, with minors in Business and Coaching—a perfect blend of wellness expertise and strategic leadership.
🚴♀️ Lisa Hobbie
Certified Spin & Zumba Instructor | Advanced Senior Fitness Instructor (ASFA) | Director of Marketing & Operations |
Co-Owner of The Athlete Lab
Lisa brings heart, humor, and real-life experience to everything she does at The Athlete Lab. Having battled weight struggles for much of her life, she knows firsthand how hard the health journey can be—and how transformative it feels when it finally clicks. Now living in a place of optimal health, Lisa’s passion is helping others realize that “this isn’t it”—that it’s never too late to rewrite your story and feel amazing in your own body.
As a certified fitness instructor and powerhouse behind the scenes, Lisa loves to pour into the community. From high-energy spin classes to heartfelt conversations off the bike, she brings inspiration and authenticity into every interaction.
Lisa holds a degree in Communications from Hamline University, with minors in English & Conflict Studies.
Together, Vicki and Lisa have created The Athlete Lab as a space where every person feels seen, supported, and capable of greatness. Whether you're a first-timer, a comeback story, or an endurance athlete chasing the next level, your journey starts here—with two passionate coaches who truly get it.
The Athlete Lab is home to TriFitness Coaching, which is lead by an amazing team of coaches, instructors, and trainers. Click HERE to meet the team!
