Ioana – Personal Trainer at Iron Lab

Ioana Fronea

Hybrid Coach and Personal Trainer

–Specialty: Mental and Physical Fitness–

✔︎ ACSM Certified Personal Trainer (American College of Sports Medicine)
✔︎ UBC Bachelor of Science
✔︎ BioLayne Nutrition 1

Ioana is a personal trainer who specializes in helping beginners and busy professionals build strength, improve mobility, and transform their bodies in a way that finally feels sustainable. She works with people who are ready for real change – whether they’re starting from scratch, returning after setbacks, or navigating injuries – and guides them through a training process that is clear, structured, and tailored to their needs.

Ioana is dedicated to helping individuals rediscover the joy of movement. Her personal experiences with adversity and mental health challenges have equipped her to address various barriers to training effectively. She asserts that an active lifestyle is crucial to mental and physical well-being.

Sessions are focused on technique and progression, with an educational component so clients understand exactly what they’re doing and why it matters. She meets clients where they are, building up their confidence, reads what they need in the moment, and challenges them when they’re ready to push harder. Sessions feel calm and focused, while still giving that extra push in the right moments. Clients commonly achieve strength PRs, noticeable improvements in mobility, fat loss, muscle gain, and a deeper sense of trust in their bodies.

For those ready to commit to real change, Ioana is here to support the journey every step of the way.

👋 Get to know Ioana

Ioana brings a scientific background in chemical physiology to her career in fitness. Raised in the Lower Mainland and a Vancouver resident since 2018, her journey began with a high school fitness class and has evolved through extensive involvement in multiple sports and weight training, fueling her enduring passion for exercise science.

Outside of her professional endeavours, Ioana enjoys a diverse range of activities, including skiing, mixed martial arts, music performance, production, and cooking.

What Our Clients Are Saying

Christine L

I can’t say enough good things about Ioana! This was my very first time... training and I was honestly pretty intimidated, but she immediately made me feel comfortable and confident. She’s incredibly knowledgeable and broke down all the basic movements and drills so clearly that I can now do them easily at home on my own.What really sets her apart is how much she cares — she constantly checked in, kept me accountable, and made sure I stayed on track with both my training and nutrition goals. She’s so kind, motivating, and supportive, and you can tell she truly wants her clients to succeed. I can’t recommend her enough!read more

Karen H.

I began going to Iron Lab about 2.5 years ago. I first began working with... Martin and have now been working with Ioana for over a year. I cannot say enough about Iron Lab overall and about Ioana in particular. Her level of knowledge and the care and attention she gives is remarkable. She has managed to help build muscle and strength in an older, arthritic, and rather damaged body in a safe manner. I walk out of our weekly sessions feeling upright, strong, and better than ever. It's never too late to start weight training and Iron Lab is the place to do it!read more

Ben G.

Ioana is a great trainer at Iron Lab, highly recommend working with her. I... deal with bad chronic pain issues and signed up to try to manage some of my ongoing symptoms. Since working with Ioana, my pain has decreased a lot and I feel much more capable managing the impact of my strenuous work life on my body. 10/10 would recommend!read more

Martin T.

I've seen fantastic results with my trainer Ioana at Iron Lab. She's... extremely invested in the success of her clients and employs an approach that is thoroughly science-based which I appreciate. The facilities are also sparkling clean and full of brand new equipment. Highly recommended!read more

Paula P.

When I started working with **Iron Lab**, I was a complete beginner—brand... new to weight and strength training—with a goal of losing 25 pounds. I trained in the gym once a week with **Ioana** through a hybrid model that included weekly check-ins and personalized coaching on dietary habits to help me reach my goal.Ioana has been **absolutely fantastic** to work with. She’s incredibly detail-oriented, patient, and attentive—making sure I learned every movement correctly and safely. She also offered creative, realistic solutions to help me improve my eating habits.After just **three months**, I’ve already lost **12 pounds** and feel stronger, more confident, and well on my way to reaching my goal.I **highly recommend** Iron Lab and working with Ioana to anyone looking for real results, personalized support, and a genuinely motivating experience!read more

Rhino

I have had Ioana as my trainer now for 9 months and the progress I have... made not only physically but also wanting to workout is light years ahead of where I have ever been in my whole life.She will always be honest and push you to your best capabilities but will never ask for too much change at one time. I was initially really afraid to have someone that I had to open up to about my complicated relationship with food but she has always been very non judgmental and super understanding.10/10 as far as I’m concerned.read more

Kat B.

I've been training with Ioana for a year now, and I can't recommend her... highly enough! She has been instrumental in helping me build strength and muscle through a well-structured weight training program tailored specifically to my goals and fitness level.What really sets Ioana apart is her ability to explain the science behind our training and diet program. Understanding the why behind each workout and nutritional choice has made a huge difference in keeping me motivated and consistent. She’s not just telling me what to do—she’s educating me, and that knowledge has been incredibly empowering.She even went above and beyond by showing me how to pose for photos in ways that highlight my muscle definition—something I never expected but truly appreciated. It’s those thoughtful touches that make training with her such a great experience.I also want to give a huge thank you to Martin, the owner of Iron Lab. From day one, he provided white-glove attention and has been incredibly supportive throughout my fitness journey. You can tell he truly cares about every client who walks through the door and has created a positive, motivating atmosphere that makes you want to show up and put in the work.If you're looking for top-tier training with people who genuinely care about your progress, Iron Lab is the place—and Ioana and Martin are the team to get you there.read more

Mary O R.

5 Stars! I can't say enough good things about Ioana who I have been... working with since December 2024. Her knowledge is incredible, and she's always able to answer my questions thoroughly and clearly.What really sets her apart is her unwavering support; she's there for me physically and mentally, encouraging me and keeping me motivated. She genuinely cares about her clients and pushes me harder than any personal trainer I've worked with before, but in the best possible way.It's not a one-size-fits-all approach; she truly caters to my individual needs and goals. She helps to set realistic goals and ensures the training and nutrition is sustainable for the long term. If you're looking for a trainer who is knowledgeable, supportive, and truly cares about your success, look no further!read more

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