From Homemade Barbells to Holistic Fitness

I’m a lifelong health and fitness enthusiast — and more importantly, I’m a father of four who understands the challenges of staying fit, healthy, and confident while balancing work, family, and life.

My passion for weightlifting began when I was just 12 years old in Lagos, Nigeria. My older brother and I made a homemade barbell using a metal pole, cement, and two paint tubs.

I still vividly remember how impressed I was by the pump I got after just a few sets of bench press — I felt strong and confident.

But that early dream was cut short when I was told that lifting weights could stunt my growth. Still, that incredible feeling of strength never left me.

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Fitness Became My Identity

After moving to the UK and starting secondary school, I faced new challenges. My classmates mocked my Nigerian accent when I read aloud, and they made fun of my short height. It hurt — but it also motivated me.

I made two powerful decisions: to deepen my voice and to build muscle so I could walk with confidence.

The turning point came on a school trip to a Norfolk (a little town in England), where I saw a classmate doing push-ups every day and eating clean. He was ripped — and consistent. I went home and started mimicking his discipline. Push-ups. Clean eating. Daily effort.

By the time I entered college, I had built a lean, muscular body. Eventually, I moved from bodyweight training to proper gym workouts, joining the YMCA opposite my college.

That’s when everything changed, my fitness journey took a massive turn — my love for fitness became a lifestyle.

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Consistency Is Key

I’ve maintained a ripped-up body for over 10 years, staying between 69kg and 70kg. I’m now 39 years old — stronger, leaner, and more focused than ever.

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Now I Help Dads Like Me

Today, I’m a healthy and fit dad with a deep passion for empowering other busy fathers.

Through Tawfiq Health, I help men reclaim their health, shed their “dad bod,” boost confidence, and reconnect with the energetic version of themselves they thought was gone.

It’s about more than just abs — it’s about showing up fully for your children, your partner, and your purpose.

Let’s rebuild your body and your life — from the inside out.