I realized that there’s much more than just lifting weights
Name: Thariq Abdeen (Tariq Mo)
Age: 25
Profession: IT
The time between the two photos: about 6 moths
Thariq started my coaching program about 6 months ago to get in shape, and build healthy habits and routines. After seeing the results in the first couple of months, he decided to take it to the next level and participate in ICN (Natural Bodybuilding Federation) men’s physique competition, where he placed 4th.
Being a busy IT professional, he has limited time for workouts, meal prep, and be generally active. Competing during Ramadan is not an easy task either. We also had to work around a pre-existing knee injury.
Taking the first step is usually the hardest. But you’ll never know what you are capable of until you take that first step.
“I started lifting thinking its only about hitting the gym daily. only when I joined Team New start i realised that theres much more than just lifting weights. The diet, the steps and sleeping habits they all play a role on how well you build your body. Gayan is a mastermind when it comes to building customised programs. He helped me transform myself in 16 weeks and i even did my first competition right after that. It’s been a wonderful journey so far and I’m looking forward to working together with Gayan and Team New Start. Remember its not a Sprint its a Marathon.. Good things take time!”