Meet Sarah, founder of Intisar Fitness

Every Woman Deserves to Feel Victorious in Her Own Body

Hi, I’m Sarah! I’m a Registered Kinesiologist, Registered Practical Nurse and strength training coach, and I founded Intisar Fitness to help you get there.

Arm reach stretch in the Intisar Fitness studio

Meet Sarah, founder of Intisar Fitness

Every Woman Deserves to Feel Victorious in Her Own Body

Hi, I’m Sarah! I’m a Registered Kinesiologist, Registered Practical Nurse and strength training coach, and I founded Intisar Fitness to help you get there.

Meet Sarah, founder of Intisar Fitness

Every Woman Deserves to Feel Victorious in Her Own Body

Hi, I’m Sarah! I’m a Registered Kinesiologist, Registered Practical Nurse and strength training coach, and I founded Intisar Fitness to help you get there.

My story

How Strength Changed Everything

Age 15

My journey began with my first gym membership. I was hesitant to try weights, so I stayed in the cardio zone.

The turning point

The day I finally picked some up, I fell in love with how strong they made me feel. I’ve been consistent ever since.

80 lbs later

Through a strategy I developed myself, I lost over 80 lbs while keeping my muscle mass. It forever changed my confidence and made me who I am today.

2020

An SUV hit me as I crossed the street during a run. I believe my muscle mass saved my life. I kept strength training through physio and chiropractic care, and that’s what brought me back to full function.

What it taught me

Pain, an injury or a diagnosis doesn’t mean it’s over. Once rehab is done, strength training is the next step: we find out why the pain happens, build a program around the muscles that need support, and adapt every exercise to you.

The name

انتصار

Intisar · in-TI-sar

An Arabic name meaning victory or triumph.

This isn’t just a business name, it’s our promise.

Before

After

My transformation

80 lbs Lost, Muscle Kept

The approach I used on myself is the one we use with you. I’ve lived every doubt, plateau and win, so I understand the journey from both sides.

Science meets reality

A strategy I designed myself, built to preserve muscle so my metabolism stayed strong.

More than physical

The process rebuilt my confidence and reshaped my mindset. True transformation is as mental as it is physical.

Empathy in action

Because I’ve been there, I understand the doubts, frustrations and victories you’ll face. I don’t just guide you — I relate to you.

Our team standard

As Intisar Fitness grows, I personally oversee every trainer who joins our team.

Sarah, founder

Every coach is educated, personally mentored by me and aligned with the principles that guided my own journey. Beyond their own expertise, each completes a rigorous training program drawing on Kinesiology, Rehabilitation and Nursing, because your safety, results and experience always come first.

Petra

Morgan

Jana

Jewel

Peyton

Meet the team

Your Safety & Results Come First

When choosing a personal trainer in Toronto, choose a team guided by certifications and years of experience. My qualifications mean you’re in expert hands.

Clinical expertise + special populations

Honours BaSc Kinesiology (R.Kin) — the science of human movement

Honours Practical Nursing Diploma (R.P.N.) — a clinical patient-care background

Diploma in Fitness & Health Promotion — practical application

CSEP Pre + Post Natal Exercise Specialist — safe training for pregnant and postpartum clients

700+ clinical hours in mental health, neurology and stroke units

Special populations: pregnancy, seniors, musculoskeletal injuries, respiratory conditions (COPD, asthma) and mental health

Police check clear (2025)

Strength training specialization

Thousands of hours of personal training experience

A background in strength and conditioning

A proven track record of client results

Whether you’re managing a health condition, recovering from an injury or new to strength training, your program is scientifically sound and tailored to you. Every trainer on the team is guided by this same combination of education and experience.

The Intisar Fitness Way

Evidence-Based Training for Women

This isn’t about quick fixes or generic workouts. It’s about building sustainable strength that transforms your life.

Comprehensive Foundation

Initial consultation and in-depth goal setting

Personalized assessment: fitness testing, posture and measurements

Nutritional assessment and recommendations

Recovery strategy planning

Science-Backed Training

Guided sessions with a proper warm-up, workout and cool-down

Additional customized workout plans, updated regularly

Quarterly progress assessments

Accountability check-ins

Ongoing Support System

Direct access to Sarah for questions and support

Women-led, women-centred coaching

Emotional support and encouragement

Free consultation

Ready to start your transformation?

I’m passionate about helping women feel confident in their bodies. I get to know every client personally — we’re in this together.

Book your free consultation

Free consultation

Ready to start your transformation?

I’m passionate about helping women feel confident in their bodies. I get to know every client personally — we’re in this together.

Book your free consultation

Free consultation

Ready to start your transformation?

I’m passionate about helping women feel confident in their bodies. I get to know every client personally — we’re in this together.

Book your free consultation

On Instagram

@intisarfitness

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Two Intisar Fitness trainers standing together in the studio

Partner training

Three Intisar Fitness trainers squatting in sync

Team philosophy

Petra, nutritionist and certified strength coach at Intisar Fitness

Perimenopause

Foot mechanics

On Instagram

@intisarfitness

Follow along

Partner training

Team philosophy

Perimenopause

Foot mechanics

On Instagram

@intisarfitness

Follow along

Partner training

Team philosophy

Perimenopause

Foot mechanics