From Pain to Breakthrough to Passion…
It all began in 2006 when our founder, Tyler, was battling anxiety and depression—refusing to sleep and unable to deal with and manage his thoughts and emotions properly.
He visited a psychiatrist, who helped him figure out a few ways to calm him down and aid his sleep.
His medications helped, but he felt like he could do more with his health. Motivation kicked in, and he took matters into his own hands.
He began training with a strength and conditioning coach in Cornwall, Ontario, to improve his hockey performance, the results of which helped him realize that he was improving not only his physical health but his mental health, too.
He instantly fell in love with his exercise routine, committing himself to a consistent training schedule that helped him excel both on and off the ice.
One day, he made the tough decision to stop playing the sport he loved because of injuries.
Concussions were the main reason for his decision, which also triggered his anxiety and depression—again.
But that didn’t stop his fitness journey.
In 2011, he enrolled in the Human Kinetics program at the University of Ottawa, where he continued to exercise, not only for physical performance this time.
He acknowledged that exercise was just as important for his mental health as it was for his physical health, and gaining that experience and understanding led him to a career in personal training.
With his personal story of learning how to cope with anxiety and depression coupled with the scientific knowledge from his education, he knew that REAL Personal Training could fulfill his desire to help people be the healthiest and fittest both mentally and physically.
After graduating from his university program in 2015 and gaining valuable experience as a personal trainer and strength coach, he decided to follow his passion and open REAL Personal Training in 2016.
The Story Behind Our Ottawa Fitness Studio
Some people see physical fitness only as a means to achieve a beautiful body shape.
But it’s so much more than that…
REAL Personal Training was founded in 2016 with a mission to help people enjoy a physically and mentally healthy lifestyle by using exercise as the key tool.
REAL is a personal training studio in Ottawa, Ontario, that strongly believes exercise has a purpose in everyone’s life.
Stress relief, reducing anxiety and depression, or increasing mental energy are just a handful of the benefits that exercise can contribute to your mental health.
While weight loss, injury rehabilitation, posture, performance, and healthy aging are some of the benefits exercise can provide for your physical health.
REAL is a welcoming environment with skilled Ottawa personal trainers who can tailor an exercise program specifically for you, so you know exactly how to reach your unique health and fitness goals.
Today, REAL Personal Training has its own exclusive, private fitness studio in Ottawa that offers personal training, performance training, virtual training, and online exercise programs.
Our extensive clientele has allowed us to help various people overcome their limitations and experience life-changing results through our professionally planned exercise programs.
We’ve also done the same for elite athletes.
The REAL approach to exercise is to determine the most effective program design for each individual by first completing a thorough assessment by one of our educated and experienced trainers.
Each body is unique, with different injuries, strengths, weaknesses, mobility, stability, coordination, balance, and fitness levels.
Therefore, we record every detail about your body and also ask lifestyle questions to determine areas we can help you improve to maximize your results.
Everyone has a busy lifestyle, too…
That’s why REAL Personal Training Studio ensures each session is efficient by creating a plan to guide each individual toward their goals.
We care, we genuinely want to help, and we have the knowledge to help you achieve your own fitness breakthrough.
If you’re looking for proper guidance, accountability, and motivation because your injury, age, or other mental, physical, and environmental limitations are stopping you from feeling your BEST…
REAL offers genuine, personalized help for your needs (coupled with some fun), so your personal fitness journey is anything but boring.
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The REAL Team
Professional. Caring. Fun
Tyler Prieur
Tyler believes exercise can change your life in many ways. He also emphasizes its importance for your mental and physical health.
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Growing up, he played every sport possible but focused mainly on hockey and lacrosse.
He started to exercise at 14 with the help of a strength and conditioning coach for his hockey performance.
This allowed him to play for 3 years of Junior “A,’ attend the Team Canada East camp, and be selected to the ‘All-Rookie’ Team as a 16-year-old in his first year.
He continued to exercise throughout University to stay in shape both mentally and physically, and he graduated with honours at the University of Ottawa with a specialization in Human Kinetics.
With his passion for exercise combined with his education, Tyler began working as a personal trainer, where he gained valuable experience helping a large clientele with goals of improved posture, injury rehabilitation, improved body composition, proper exercise technique, improved mental health, and strengthened performance for athletes.
With over 13 years of experience, Tyler can help you with any fitness goals you have.
Reynier Rodriguez Pavon
Rey encourages people to make fitness a shared experience for health and happiness while using exercise as a crucial tool for promoting overall well-being, mental health and longevity.
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Rey is an Ottawa fitness trainer dedicated to improving your well-being through a balanced and personalized approach to fitness.
With a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Sports Sciences, he brings a solid foundation to guide you on your fitness journey.
His goal is to enhance your quality of life through tailored workouts encompassing his love for sports such as baseball, softball, taekwondo, and outdoor activities.
Expect Rey to create a positive and uplifting environment, as he firmly believes in the power of a contagious smile.
Family is at the core of his values, and he encourages people to make fitness a shared experience for health and happiness.
His favourite exercise is the barbell squat, and he enjoys incorporating Latin music and reggaeton into workouts for added motivation.
He strongly believes in the adage “mens sana in corpore sano”—a healthy mind in a healthy body.
Rey believes exercise is crucial for overall well-being and promoting both mental health and longevity.
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REAL Core Values
Our core values are at the heart of everything our Ottawa personal trainers do here at REAL.
We always make sure our guests feel welcomed and nothing but satisfied.
We make our sessions the best part of their day. All they have to do is show up, and we do the rest.
Health
Health is the foundation of well-being, emphasizing the importance of physical, mental, and emotional balance. We value self-care, prevention, and making choices that support long-term vitality. We focus on your health to encourage living in alignment with your body and mind, fostering resilience, energy, and a positive quality of life.
Innovation
Innovation is the drive to create, explore, and improve. We value creativity, curiosity, and the willingness to challenge you in order to solve problems and push boundaries. By embracing new ideas and technologies, we believe innovation will fuel progress and open the door to limitless possibilities.
Personalization
Personalization is about tailoring experiences, products, and services to meet the unique needs and preferences of individuals. We value understanding and connecting with people on a deeper level, ensuring that every interaction feels relevant, meaningful, and specifically suited to you.
