Level Up Fitness with Sara

I thought it was time for a little reintroduction. 

Hi, I’m Sara! I’m a Certified Personal Trainer and the woman behind Level Up Fitness with Sara, training clients out of DeMelo Fitness here in London, Ontario.

I have a passion for helping women become the strongest, healthiest and most confident versions of themselves, while building sustainable habits they can carry with them for life.

For me, fitness has never been just about how we look. I truly believe that building strength and muscle is one of the greatest investments we can make in our future.

As we age, maintaining muscle becomes increasingly important. Strength training helps support our bones, metabolism, mobility, balance and independence...but it also gives us something that can’t always be measured on a scale:

Confidence. Capability. And the belief that we can do hard things!

I want the women I work with to feel strong NOW, but I’m also thinking about the women they’ll be at 50, 60, 70, 80 and beyond.

I want you travelling. Carrying your groceries. Getting up off the floor. Playing with your grandkids. Doing the things you love. And feeling confident in what your body is capable of.

This isn’t about chasing a number on the scale, it’s about building a strong body and healthy habits that will carry you through life 💪

And nothing makes me happier as a coach than watching a woman discover that she’s capable of so much more than she thought.

That’s what Level Up is all about. ❤️

P.S. I’ll be opening a few select spaces for in-person training starting in September. If you’ve been thinking about getting stronger, building healthier habits or simply making yourself a priority again, send me a message. We can chat now and get you set up to hit the ground running this fall. 💪

CLIENT SPOTLIGHT - ANDREA 💪

Strength takes time to build. But what you build can change how you age!

Andrea and I have been working together for 2½ years, and at the end of this month she turns 57.

When we started, Andrea hadn’t really done structured strength training or understood the importance of fueling her body to build muscle.

Like so many women of our generation, she grew up with the message that eating less was the answer. Once she learned to properly fuel her body, things really started to change.

Andrea’s work ethic is amazing. She puts 100% into her workouts, her health and her future.

For Andrea, strength means carrying your own groceries, getting up off the floor, staying active, travelling, carrying future grandbabies…and maintaining her independence for as long as possible.

Andrea is training for the life she wants to live.

As a coach, there is nothing better than watching a client’s confidence grow as they discover how strong and capable they really are. Seeing Andrea achieve things she never thought possible has been incredibly rewarding.

And I think Andrea says it best:

“When I began strength training 2½ years ago I never imagined that I would have built the muscle that I’ve built, felt as strong as I do now, or set and achieved the goals that I have.

By committing to strength training I have built a confidence and resilience I wasn’t expecting. I have proven to myself that I can do hard things.

When I first began I certainly didn’t imagine doing 8 unassisted pull-ups, 315 lb hip thrusts or 600 lb leg presses. Trust me when I say those were not my goals! It has been a slow and steady progression.

There have been so many other benefits including mental clarity, better sleep, and a new and better understanding of healthy aging.

Importantly, I’ve learned that having a committed coach that is genuinely invested in your success is a true blessing and makes the journey so much more enjoyable ❤️!!”

Andrea, watching you discover just how strong you are has been an absolute privilege. Keep raising that bar. ❤️💪

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DeMelo Fitness/ Josh DeMelo

Every once in a while, someone reminds you what true strength looks like.

Joanne has been living with MS since she was 19 years old. It has shaped her life in many ways, but it has never taken away her determination to keep showing up.

Week after week, she works hard. She celebrates progress. She continues proving that strength isn’t about perfection - it’s about perseverance.

The victories we celebrate aren’t just about lifting more weight. They’re about building confidence, gaining independence, and improving quality of life.

In Joanne’s words…

“The hardest part of starting my fitness journey was pressing send.

Since my MS diagnosis, every decade has brought a different battle.

In my 20s and 30s, my disease was invisible to the outside world. The battle was emotional: Will I be able to be “like everyone else,” and for how long?
My most challenging battle has been in my 40s and 50s—learning to navigate the new ways my body shows up for everyday life. When I first started using a cane, I felt so much shame every time I stepped outside. I worried people would see me as weak and incapable. I began avoiding going out with friends or enjoying life, which became very isolating.

It wasn’t until I reconnected with Sara and started seeing her posts that I worked up the courage to press send. It was the best decision I’ve ever made. From day one, Sara has made me feel capable. We started slow, but every session was filled with encouragement, understanding, and laughter.

Every week, I notice a difference. I now have the strength to hold my arms up long enough to put my hair in a ponytail, and I can walk across my backyard on the grass without my cane. I see so much improvement from strength training, nutrition, and consistency. It has changed my focus from “I don’t think I can do that” to “Look what I can do!”

I’m showing up for myself. I want to live a long, capable life where I can take care of myself and be there for my son and my parents”.

❤️ Thank you, Joanne, for allowing me to share your story. Coaching you is an absolute privilege.

Super impressed with my first delivery from Awde Alchemy 🤍

Beautiful packaging, a handwritten personalized note, clear instruction cards, and supplements that were freshly prepared just for me.

One thing I actually love is that these supplements don’t have years-long expiry dates. That’s intentional.

Awde Alchemy focuses on small-batch, freshly compounded supplements made without unnecessary fillers, preservatives, artificial colours or flavours. Because they’re made fresh, they’re designed to be taken while the ingredients are at their most potent and bioavailable, not after sitting on a warehouse shelf for years.

As someone who cares about what I put into my body, I appreciate that philosophy.

Looking forward to seeing how I feel over the coming weeks. I’ll definitely share an update! 💙

High-Protein Turkey & Beef Meatballs 💪

Looking for an easy, high-protein meal prep recipe?

These meatballs are packed with protein, super easy, freezer-friendly, and perfect for busy weeks when you want to stay on track without spending hours in the kitchen.

✅46 calories & 6.3g protein per meatball
✅Great for meal prep
✅Family friendly
✅Macro friendly

Swipe through for the full recipe, directions, and macros!

If you make them, let me know what you think!

I’ll be serving mine with home made tzatziki 😊💪🏼

☀️ NEW MONTH. SUMMER IS HERE. GOALS ARE THE SAME☀️

Summer doesn’t have to mean starting over in September.

You can enjoy the sunshine, patios, barbecues, cottages, vacations, family, gatherings, and making memories.

But remember… your health doesn’t take the summer off.

You don’t need to be perfect, You just need to keep showing up 💪🏼😎.

✅Prioritize protein.
✅Stay hydrated.
✅Lift weights.
✅Move your body every day.
✅Get right back on track after an indulgent meal or weekend.

The goal isn’t to have the perfect summer, the goal is to finish the summer healthier, stronger, and more confident than when you started.

This July prove to yourself that you can enjoy life without putting your goals on hold. Stay focused, keep showing up, keep doing the work. That’s how real change happens.

Keep choosing YOU💪🏼😎😊.

I know investing in yourself can feel scary.

But I’ve watched so many women become stronger, healthier, and more confident simply because they decided to take that first step.

I have 2 online coaching spots left before my Summer Special ends on July 1.

If you’ve been thinking about starting… this is your sign.

✅Personalized workouts
✅Nutrition guidance
✅Weekly accountability
✅Coaching that fits your life

Imagine where you’ll be 12 weeks from now if you start today.

If you’ve been waiting for the right time… this is it.

DM to very started 😊💪🏼

☀️ THIS SUMMER, CHOOSE YOU ☀️

The days are longer, the sun is shining, and there is no better time to start prioritizing your health.

As women, we spend so much of our lives taking care of everyone else. Our families, our careers, our responsibilities. But somewhere along the way, we often put ourselves at the bottom of the list.

What if this summer was different?

What if you committed to 12 weeks focused on becoming stronger, healthier, more confident, and creating habits that will serve you long after summer ends?

Imagine where you could be by September if you started today...

I am opening a limited number of spots for my Summer Online Coaching Program. This program includes:

✅Personalized training program
✅Nutrition guidance
✅Weekly accountability check-ins
✅Ongoing support and coaching

This isn’t about being perfect. It’s about building consistent habits, creating momentum, and proving to yourself that you are worth the investment.

By September, you could be stronger, healthier, more confident, and proud of the promises you kept to yourself.

Let’s make this the summer you choose YOU 💪🏼😊

Spots are limited. DM for details...