CRYSTAL TRACE

Founder | Strength Coach | Sports Nutritionist

Crystal has a passion for helping people build strength, fuel performance, and create lasting change. With a long history in strength training, she understands how structured training and nutrition impact performance, recovery, and overall well-being.

She recently graduated with a Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Science and is now completing a Master of Dietetics at Flinders University, expanding her expertise in sports nutrition and performance-based strategies. Her evidence-based, individualised approach helps clients optimise their nutrition to support both training and everyday life.

Crystal’s coaching is built around quality movement, practical nutrition, and sustainable habits. She works closely with clients to create realistic, tailored strategies that drive long-term success, with a focus on education, empowerment, and consistency.

TONY KAROUSSIS

Head Coach

Tony Karoussis is our incredibly dedicated, motivated and detailed orientated head coach. He draws on his skills developed over years through his own studies and training, to provide the best possible programming and coaching for his clients.

Tony insists on listening closely to his clients, wants, needs and desires and is able to guide clients accordingly. His belief of "walk the walk" rings true as he intends to lead his clients from the front, always looking to push himself personally and professionally, in order to continually provide the best outcome for his clients.

Tony's key difference is, he cares. He cares deeply for his clients and is always willing to listen, collaborate and adjust the plan where needed, offering continual support along the way

VINCENT SIM

Assistant Head Coach

Vincent has been coaching since 2019, and in that time, has had the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients—from those looking to improve their overall fitness and strength to athletes competing at the national level in powerlifting. His approach to coaching is rooted in a genuine passion for movement and a commitment to continuous learning.

Vincent is currently studying for a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at the University of South Australia. This ongoing education allows him to stay up-to-date with the latest in sports science, which he applies directly to his coaching. At Strength Lab, he focuses on helping clients manage injuries while ensuring they receive personalised and effective training programs tailored to their specific goals.

LEE McDAID

Strength Coach

Lee joined the Strength Lab team in 2019 and has been a dedicated and well-loved team member since day one. With a calm and focused coaching style, he helps lifters get the most out of every session—whether that means refining technique, building strength, or pushing past training plateaus.

Originally from Scotland, Lee has a strong background in weightlifting and a no-nonsense approach to coaching. He’s currently studying a Bachelor of Health and Medical Science at the University of Adelaide, always looking to expand his knowledge and bring evidence-based training principles to the gym.

Lee is all about practical, effective coaching that meets you where you’re at and helps you improve, one lift at a time. Whether you’re new to strength training or experienced in the gym, he’ll keep things straightforward, structured, and focused on progress.

JINO QUEK

Strength Coach

Jino is one of the newest additions to the Strength Lab team, bringing experience from Singapore and a strong background in group fitness coaching. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sports and Exercise Science and is currently studying Physiotherapy at the University of Adelaide, further deepening his expertise in movement mechanics and injury prevention.

As a powerlifter, Jino understands the importance of mastering the fundamentals of strength training—squat, bench, and deadlift—and applies a technical, evidence-based approach to coaching. He is continually refining his programming knowledge through mentorships, ensuring our clients get structured, effective training tailored to their individual needs.

With a keen eye for movement quality and a commitment to long-term progress, Jino helps clients move better, lift stronger, and train with confidence.