One hour.
Just 4% of your day.
Yet it can influence the other 96%.
The way you move.
The way you think.
The choices you make.
The confidence you build.
Invest 4% in yourself.
Your future self will thank you. ❤️
Ingrid Gaban-Mymomcanlift
Because I want more kids saying: My mom can lift more… Than your dad! (But I help daddys too)
Chasing gains & dreams — one rep at a time.
NSFA Certified for Personal Trainer, AquaFitness and Weight Trainer.
One more morning in my life… and before 1 PM, I had already worked with 3 clients, taught 2 classes, and even squeezed in some Zumba just for fun! 💃🏼
Have I already said that I LOVE my life?!? 🥹❤️
09/03/2026
Today was the last day of our Seniors Chair Fitness class with the Black Wellness Co-operative NS 🤎
Not everyone is in this photo, but every single woman who joined us this summer holds a special place in my heart.
I’m so grateful for the opportunity to spend these weeks with you, to be part of your fitness journey, and to learn more about you, your stories, your culture, and the community you’ve built around each other.
As an immigrant myself, I feel incredibly grateful for the opportunity to connect with people and communities that I may not have otherwise had the chance to know so deeply. I came to teach fitness, but I’m leaving with so much more than that. ❤️
Thank you for trusting me, showing up, moving with me, laughing with me, and allowing me to be a small part of your summer.
And a special thank you to the Black Wellness Cooperative and for creating this space and giving me the opportunity to be part of it.
I hope this isn’t a goodbye, but simply a “see you again.” 🫶🏽
Keep moving, keep laughing, and keep taking care of yourselves. You deserve it! 💪🏽✨
09/01/2026
🍂 FALL SCHEDULE IS HERE! 🍂
From August 31st to December 20th, come move, get stronger and have fun with me at the RECC! 💪🧡
There’s a class for every taste, fitness level and age — whether you’re looking for strength, cardio, mobility or a low-impact option, come find your fit! 🙌
🏋️ Land Classes
💦 Aqua Classes
✨ Personal Training
📩 Looking for PT? DM me for available spots!
⚠️ Please remember to register yourself for the ADC and Bike Circuit classes.
📌 This schedule includes ONLY my classes. For the complete RECC class schedule, please check the RECC website.
🍁 Let’s make this fall stronger together! 🧡
08/30/2026
What does rebuilding your core after a C-section actually look like?
Here’s a little client case study. 🤍
She started training with me around 2½ months postpartum, after a C-section.
Our focus wasn’t on getting rid of the pregnancy weight. It was on something more important first: rebuilding her foundation.
We started with breathing, pelvic control and simple core exercises focused on reconnecting, controlling and creating stability again.
Nothing rushed. Nothing about “bouncing back.”
Over the following months, we gradually progressed to more challenging movements, more resistance and more strength.
And the biggest change isn’t just what she can do now.
She feels stronger and more confident than she did before pregnancy.
Now, around 6½ months postpartum, we’re in a new phase: building strength with more intention and beginning nutrition re-education to support her goals.
And THIS is why I love progressive postpartum training.
We built the foundation first — and because of that, she can now do more.
Postpartum progress isn’t about how quickly you “bounce back.”
It’s about how well you rebuild. 🧡
Every body, birth and recovery is different, so training and progression should always be individualized.
Supporting my fitness journey by making sure I take my rest days seriously. 😂
LESS THAN 1 MONTH TO GO! 💕💪
My Mom Can Lift is turning ONE, and I can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Join me for a FREE community workout at Victoria Park on Saturday, September 19!
🏋️ 9:00 AM — Functional Training
🧘 9:30 AM — Mobility
You can join us for one or both — everyone is welcome!
And because a celebration deserves a special shirt… 👀🎽
Limited edition event shirts are available for just $15 CAD.
Choose your style:
💪 WE CAN LIFT
💕 THIS MOM CAN LIFT
Quantities are limited, so add yours when you register!
📍 Victoria Park — near the Main Pavilion
☀️ Weather permitting
Scan the QR code / use the link in my bio to reserve your spot!
Let’s celebrate one year of movement, strength and community. ❤️
WE CAN LIFT.
No one knows your journey like you do.
People see the results.
They don’t see the setbacks, the injuries, the busy schedule, the stress, or everything you’ve had to overcome just to keep showing up.
That’s why your fitness journey should never be compared to someone else’s.
And that’s also why having a coach who truly knows you matters.
Someone who understands your goals, your limitations, your lifestyle, and builds a plan that fits your life—not someone else’s.
Because the best plan isn’t the hardest one.
It’s the one you can actually stick to. 💪❤️
08/12/2026
Maybe having a coach is kinda chic… but having the RIGHT coach? That’s the real upgrade. ✨
Whether you train with me in person or online, you’re not just getting a workout plan.
You’re getting someone who:
✨ builds your workouts around YOU
✨ respects your limits while still challenging you
✨ keeps you accountable
✨ tracks your progress
✨ celebrates the wins (even the tiny ones)
✨ and has your back every step of the way
Because you shouldn’t have to keep guessing what to do, wondering if you’re progressing, or trying to figure it all out on your own.
In-person or online — I’ve got you. 💪🏼
If you’re ready to make your training feel more intentional, send me a DM with “COACH” and let’s chat about what would work best for you. 🤍
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