Shu’s Pilates Journey – Finance Pro to Pilates Maestro
Many Elixr members know Shu as a fit, healthy, fitness instructor, but that hasn’t always been the case. Shu previously lived a life of hustle and bustle, a former finance professional with a ‘Wolf of Wall Street” lifestyle, full of drinking, fast food and sitting at a desk all day.
One day the reality of the big smoke and neglecting his health hit home.
“My doctor told me I wouldn’t make it to 50 if I didn’t make changes immediately… ” – Shu. Years of poor posture, sedentary work, no exercise and poor diet, had him feeling broken and in pain with the simplest tasks becoming a challenge.
In 2011, Shu decided it was time for a change, he said bye to unhealthy habits, gave up alcohol and became committed to improving his health. Seeking to improve his core, as recommended by his doctor, Shu turned to Pilates as a crucial first step in claiming his health & wellbeing.
During a trial Pilates class at Elixr, Shu experienced a humbling revelation. He was shocked to see how much stronger everyone was, and it became his mission to one day be able to out plank everyone. In 2012, Shu officially became an Elixr member. He then took his passion further and enrolled to become a qualified Pilates instructor at the Elixr School of Pilates, and hasn’t looked back. He’s now renown for being an innovative Pilates teacher with challenging and motivating classes.
Over the next ten years, the benefits of regular Pilates practice began to manifest is his life. Improved posture, enhanced mobility stability, and a rock solid core, transformed Shu’s daily life. Aches, pains and injuries disappeared as he embraced an active lifestyle.
Today, teaching alongside the Elixr family of members, teachers and staff, Shu has found the perfect work – life – health balance and is grateful to teach at Elixr, the place where his transformation began.
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