By popular demand, I decided that I need to put out an article related to fitness. So I caught up with one of my buddies I met in School almost a decade ago — Mushahid Munshif. He’s been so passionate about fitness over the past 10 years and has come a long way since the beginning of his fitness journey. His dedication and consistency towards what he was doing impressed me and I am sure it impressed everyone around him too. So I could not think of anyone better to collaborate with on this one!
A Fresh New perspective
Even I was mind-blown when he told me that, “Fitness is not just aesthetics, it’s much more than that. It’s about your physical and emotional well-being.” Come to think of it, this concept really makes sense. What’s the use of being the most physically fit, but not so good on the emotional side. What kind of impact would it have if you give your mental health an equal amount of attention too? This was truly an eye-opener.
However, another important point brought up was that Social Media gives us that added incentive to focus more on our physical appearance. It’s not a bad thing at all, but knowing that fitness does not mean you have a six-pack or something like that is important. It means that you are at your optimal health both physically and mentally.
I am someone who loves the outdoor. I love hiking, cycling, swimming, and engaging in adventure sports like white water rafting, kayaking, canyoning, etc. I basically like to do whatever I feel like.
This is how who’s one of the best fitness coaches in the country describes his interests. Fitness is an important part of his life. Fitness is being physically fit as well as mentally sound for Mushahid, which I completely agree with! (we rarely agreed on anything back in school.. haha)
The Solution to the Problem
We have in general become the “busiest” generation ever to live on planet earth. As we scramble for time, fitness may get sidelined. The common problem is that most people don’t have gym equipment at home, don’t have time to go to the gym, or even find it financially difficult to accommodate this desire.
When my friend was thinking about it, an apple fell on his head and he got this bright idea! Why not find a simple, practical, cost-effective, and permanent solution to this problem, and that he did.
He launched a social media page (link is at the bottom) dedicated to workouts that can be done at home by anyone, at any time, with anything available at home.
Fitness is Simple
Most people think that fitness means strict schedules and diets. This deters quite a few of you who really want to make a difference in your fitness levels. However, I believe that fitness is a simple thing and you should not complicate it. You CAN ENJOY your workouts and live life to the fullest!
Six pack or Fries?
“What’s the point of having a six-pack if I can’t have the one food that brings me joy? Like fries!?” This is our fitness coach hinting to you that balance is important. It’s a basic concept almost always ignored. So, it is important for us to rethink our approach to fitness and become not only physically fit (like king Julian from Madagascar) but also in terms of emotional and mental well-being.
Free, Simple& Effective
Gypsygym Fitness is the Instagram page started by Mushahid Munshif which is dedicated to anyone who’s interested in fitness and starting somewhere! He has dozens of clips that help you figure out the best combination of workouts for you at the comfort of your home.
He conducts LIVE sessions regularly too, and trust me they are good (probably the first time I am complimenting my friend.. haha).
So do check it out and give him a shout if you want any fitness-related programs done for you, your friends or even office colleagues!
I wish YOU and Musha all the very best in your Journey of Fitness! 💪
Written by Mahen Makalande with Fitness Coach Mushahid Munshif
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