Strength & Powerlifting coaching
High-performance coaching for health, strength, and powerlifting
Hi, I'm Mikayla but everyone calls me Mik
I'm a online coaching + Personal trainer helping women in their 20-30s who want to level up their strength or step on the platform in powerlifting
We are performance > aesthetic here (bonus is we aim for strength and that alone changed your physical)
Personalized strength/powerlifting plan
Progress tracking & accountability
About Me
Strength is built, not found.
I'm a certified personal trainer/nutritionist and strength coach with a passion for powerlifting and helping people actually get strong in the gym, moreso over how they look.
I specialise in the big three (squat, bench, deadlift), programming that makes sense, and coaching that meets you where you're at. Whether you're brand new to the barbell or chasing your first competition total, I'll build a program around your life that compliments it (heavy on this as I don't believe your whole life needs to be strictions and just the gym)
Based in Australia, Coaching online worldwide.
Why MLC?
What makes us DIFFERENT?
Actually knows powerlifting
I don't just train people to look fit. I coach the squat, bench and deadlift properly - technique, programming, peaking, the lot. I don't just coach it for the sake of it, I am a powerlifter myself so I know everything there is to get you to where you want to be.
Programs that make sense
Every session has a purpose, but also I'm a coach that is heavy on not making things complicated. You don't need 20 exercises for your glutes if you know how to utilise them. Your program is built around your goals, schedule and where you're at right now.
Results you can see
PRs, stronger lifts, better technique, more confidence in the gym. That's the whole point - and it's what my clients actually get.
'From filth to MILF' — Just had a baby and had no idea where to begin to return to the gym, with a pelvic floor injury and massive gym anxiety! Mik was the gal I needed to help me love the gym again. Hit all my goals, set new ones and had a good laugh whilst doing it. Thank you x10000!
Kate
1:1 PT client
Since starting I've gotten SO much stronger, went from 4kg e/s on shoulder press to 17.5kg, and from just the bar to 92kg deadlifts. I actually push myself now too - not stopping when it gets uncomfortable, finishing the rep and going again. My confidence in the gym has completely changed and basically every lift has doubled (if not tripled)
Maddi
Online coaching client
It has been amazing tbh! I've never felt so comfortable with a coach! Every time we train together, it feels like I'm just training with a good friend! You're amazing to work with! So motivational!
Yas
Online coaching client
'During my six months working with Mikayla as my PT, I have seen the most growth within the gym during my four years of training. This extended beyond correcting form, gaining so much strength and learning new techniques and exercises, to making the gym a positive experience by helping me remove fear and anxiety. Mikayla is genuinely so passionate about what she does it shines through her work. Not only is she a coach but she becomes your biggest supporter in the gym and truly is in your corner. Mikayla encourages you to put in the effort, to keep showing up and to push the reps you didn't know you had left in you. The plans are well structured including exercises to challenge you whilst encouraging growth and the personal trainer sessions are always great to correct form (and super fun might I mention with all of the vibes Mik brings). I'd highly recommend Mikayla Lay Coaching for anyone who wants to grow within the gym, whether that be beginners or people like me who needed more structure and proper education about form.'
Alicia
1:1 PT client
1:1 PT
Face-to-face coaching at the gym. I'm right there with you - cueing your form, loading the bar, and making sure every session counts. Best for people who want hands-on coaching and accountability.
$85.00
per week (ranges from)
Fortnightly check-ins
Personalised program
Progress tracking
Nutrition
Online coaching
Full coaching delivered online. You get a custom program, weekly/fortnightly check-ins, form video reviews and direct access to me. Perfect for people who train on their own schedule or can't train in person.
$60.00
per week (ranges from)
Weekly/fortnightly check-ins
Progress tracking + Nutrition
Video form reviews
Nutrition
Powerlifting coaching
My signature online powerlifting program - built around the big three, progressive overload, and actually peaking for a meet or a PR. Structured, no-fluff programming for people who want to get seriously strong.
$75.00
per week (ranges from)
6-12 week blocks
Weekly check-ins
Priority feedback
24/7 chat access
Got questions? We’ve got answers
Everything you need to know about coaching, programming, and getting started.
It will ALL be online, I have 3 teirs to choose from with Online coaching and it just depends on the level of support you believe you might need.
All have access to message me Monday - Saturday with any problems
form video feedback
nutrition (2 of them)
access to the app
personalised program
progress tracking
weekly/fortnightly check ins
Absolutely!!
if you are new to strength training OR powerlifting, we help you here at MLC
Consistency and effort drive results; typical gains vary due to this
I take the guess work out for you and give you a blueprint on what to do, but it is up to the individual to execute really
But with most clients 4 weeks, you will see progress, even 2
Yes, pop your name below and I'll be in contact if you want to do a trail week :)
A standard home gym or commercial gym setup will work!
Tell me about your goals, and I'll see how I can help x
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