Coach Cayla

Somewhere along the way, I burnt out. 

I’ve been pushing through it for a very long time, telling myself I could keep going, keep showing up, and keep giving everything I have. But the truth is, I don’t feel well right now — mentally or physically — and I need to listen to that.

Working as a coach and helping people build strong, lifelong habits means SO much to me. It’s something I genuinely love and feel incredibly lucky to do. I care so deeply about the people I work with and my family that, somewhere along the way, putting other people’s needs first became the norm instead of the exception.
The nature of my job is to encourage people, support them, and help them become stronger versions of themselves — not just inside the gym, but in their lives outside of it too. I’m proud of that. But I’ve also realized that I became very good at encouraging strength in others while quietly masking my own struggles.

From the outside, you may never have noticed. I’ve continued to show up, coach, encourage, smile, and do what I do. But behind the scenes, I’ve been running on empty for a while.

So, I’m taking some personal time off.

This isn’t because I don’t love what I do. Quite the opposite. I care so much about the work and the people I get to work with that I want to make sure I can continue doing it at the level I’m proud of — and that you deserve.

I’m incredibly grateful to the people who have stepped up, picked up classes, supported me, and surrounded me with so much kindness while I take this time. I truly couldn’t ask for a better community.
For now, I’ll be unplugging as much as I can and focusing on what matters most: getting myself healthy, grounded, and back to feeling like me again.

I’ll still be posting upcoming program registrations, and I’m available by email if you need to reach me. Just know that replies may take a little longer than usual while I take this time to reset. I know I’ll come back stronger. Not because I need to prove anything, but because I’m finally giving myself the same patience, grace, and care that I encourage others to give themselves. Maybe that’s the biggest lesson in all of this. Strong leaders have limps, they need breaks too

🌊☀️ THE LIFT LAB SUMMER SERIES IS STARTING SOON! 🌞😎

“Da Beach Is Dat Way” 🏖️💪

Starting July 6th, we’re kicking off a 7-week strength block built around the proven Wendler strength system—one of the most effective and beginner-friendly programs for building real strength.

📅 July 6 – August 20
⏰ Monday–Thursday @ 6:15 PM
🏋️ Choose 1, 2, 3, or 4 days per week

Weekly Focus

🦵 Monday – Squat Day
Build powerful legs, glutes, core strength, and athleticism.

💪 Tuesday – Bench Press Day
Develop upper-body strength you can flex all summer

🚀 Wednesday – Overhead Press Day
Improve shoulder strength, stability, and confidence under the bar.

⚡ Thursday – Deadlift Day
Master one of the most effective full-body strength movements.

Pricing (7-Week Block)

✅ 1 Day/Week — $210 + HST
✅ 2 Days/Week — $350 + HST
✅ 3 Days/Week — $490 + HST
✅ 4 Days/Week — $630 + HST

Perfect For:

✔️ Brand-new lifters wanting to learn proper technique
✔️ Athletes looking to build a stronger foundation
✔️ Experienced lifters wanting a structured strength cycle

✔️ Anyone who wants to build bone density, longevity, and get STRONGER this summer

The Wendler method focuses on steady, sustainable progress—helping you build strength, improve technique, and stay consistent without burning out.

🔥 Show up.
🔥 Put in the work.
🔥 Leave stronger than you started.

Spots are Selling fast so head over to the link in my bio to SAVE YOUR SPOT!!!!

And remember… if anyone asks where the beach is, just point dramatically and say, “Dat way!” 🏖️😆

The Lifting Lab is growing… and you’re going to want in 👀

Starting May 4th, we’re moving from 2 → 4 days/week 🔥

More chances to train.
More strength.
More progress.
Same unreal energy.

Here’s the weekly breakdown:

⚡ Monday – Jerk Focus
🏋️‍♀️ Tuesday – Back Squat Strength
🔥 Wednesday – Clean Focus
💪 Thursday – Upper Body (Push + Pull)
➡️ Fridays will be reserved in case we need to reschedule (weather, coach sick, emergencies)

This is a 7-week progressive program designed to actually get you stronger:
✔️ Test week
✔️ Build phase
✔️ Deload
✔️ Retest + celebrate

Whether you’re:
– Brand new and wanting to learn how to lift
– Ready to level up your training and want a structured program to follow
– Coming from postpartum or just getting back into it
– Navigating menopause and wanting to feel strong, capable, and in control of your body again

🏳️‍⚧️🌈THIS IS A SAFE SPACE FOR EVERYONE 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

You can train 1–4x/week depending on your schedule — and still make serious progress.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When you go to register, there will be 2 blocks you can sign up for. When you register for either of the blocks you will receive a coupon code to use towards the second block to make sure the pricing is right 💸

THIS WILL SELL OUT FAST and Spaces are ALREADY filling up so Head over to the link in my bio to register OR

Drop the comment “LIFT” if you need help getting set up!

💪Let’s get this GAINNN TRAIN GOIN’🚂

LIFT SO HARD — WE’RE BACK… SQUAT CYCLE 🏋️‍♀️😜

🔁This 7-week Lift So Hard Cycle is all about learning the Back Squat and building real strength from the ground up.

1️⃣Week one is to establish a baseline, it can be treated like a 1RM test or for newer athletes it will be more like an introduction to the lift then spend the next few weeks building strength and confidence with smart progressions like pause squats and tempo squats. These variations help athletes learn control, improve positioning, and build strength in the hardest part of the lift. From there we gradually increase intensity, allow the body to recover with a deload week, and finish by retesting for a new PR.

Why this structure works
1RM Test/Or Intro to Lift
↓
Volume foundation
↓
Pause squat (strength in the hole)
↓
Tempo squat (control & positioning)
↓
Heavy strength work
↓
Deload
↓
PR week 💥
Technique → Control → Strength → Peak

💪This program is really geared toward people who want to learn how to lift safely, build strength, and improve bone density in a supportive group environment.

🏋️‍♂️🏋️‍♀️🏋Whether you’re newer to lifting or looking to sharpen your technique, this cycle is designed to help you move better and get stronger.

This program sold out before I even had the chance to advertise it 👏

👉🏽If you’re interested in joining a future Lift So Hard block, head over to my website coachcayla.ca to get on the waitlist. If a spot opens up in this cycle I’ll reach out, and you’ll also be added to the mailing list for the next registration. ✉️

⌚️We train on Saturdays at 1PM !!

😍Can’t Wait to Lift SO HARD TOMORROW!