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Ashwyn Barreto- Goan Fitness Trainer.
In the bustling landscape of fitness influencers and entrepreneurs, Ashwyn Michael Barreto stands out as a beacon of inspiration and innovation. A NASMcertified personal trainer, Ashywn is passionate about facilitating safe, scientific, and sustainable lifestyle transformations for individuals. His unique combination of skills and knowledge enables him to deliver holistic and effective solutions for his clients.
ThatLifestyleCoach (TLC)
In the year 2020, Ashwyn founded ThatLifestyleCoach (TLC), a lifestyle management startup based in Panjim. The brand offers personal training fitness classes for individuals and groups, and wellness sessions for employees of corporate firms.
Over the past 3 years, Ashwyn has expanded his team at TLC, the services it provides, and its reach, collaborating with esteemed brands such as Deloitte, Delhivery, Decathlon, the Marriott Group, and Share India to promote healthy living. His brand has successfully implemented corporate wellness programs in Goa, Bangalore, and Gurgaon, employing a team of 11 expert coaches and serving over 1000 individuals. It has also conducted several personal training programs, group fitness classes, and engaging seminars and workshops for various audiences. Ashywn’s goal is to transform 1,00,000 lives by 2025 through his brand ‘ThatLifestyleCoach’.
Services Offered
Excellence is the baseline at TLC. Their team of trainers holds a multitude of certifications and accreditations, which is a testament to the brand’s unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled fitness and wellness services.
Some of the main services offered at TLC include:
● Transformative Personal Training and Fitness Classes:
Step into the realm of TLC, where personal training transcends the confines of traditional gyms. Their bespoke fitness solutions cater to individuals and corporate entities alike, offering an eclectic mix of
goal-oriented workout packages. From weight loss and muscle gain to body transformation and lifestyle management, they have you covered. Their seasoned trainers, classified as Junior Fitness Trainers, Head Fitness Trainers, and Master Fitness Trainers, are the architects of an individual’s transformation. They work by merging customised workout regimes with tailored diet plans, all while ensuring a natural and safe journey to the best version of the client.
● Inclusive Special Population Personal Training:
Inclusivity isn’t just a buzzword at TLC; it’s their ethos. Their Special Population Personal Training Package is a testament to this. The programme is crafted for individuals grappling with health problems or lifestyle diseases. It isn’t just about exercise; it’s a holistic package offering individualised attention, specialised assessments, and the valuable involvement of healthcare professionals.
● Innovative Corporate Wellness Programs
Corporate life can take a toll on one’s health. Recognising this, TLC’s corporate wellness programs are a sanctuary of health and vitality. Their team of elite fitness and lifestyle coaches craft programs that address the physical and mental facets of an employee’s well-being, thereby enhancing productivity and organisational success. Their innovation extends to setting up and managing inoffice wellness studios, staffed with lifestyle coaches who truly understand the corporate grind.
● Engaging Health and Wellness Workshops
TLC isn’t just about physical fitness; it’s about holistic empowerment. Their health and wellness workshops are a trove of knowledge, spreading awareness about internal well-being, busting myths about body image, and instilling healthy habits. Their offerings include off-site corporate retreats,
team-building workshops, and educational seminars that not only foster a team-building spirit but also create a thriving environment for professional and personal growth.
Ashwyn’s Role Models
Throughout his life, Ashwyn has drawn inspiration from various public figures, mirroring his dynamic path of self-growth and learning. These are individuals who embody positivity, growth, and a no-nonsense approach to life. He idolises wellknown internet sensation Gary Vaynerchuk and admires his relentless hustle and straightforward wisdom. He is also a big fan of the King of Pop, the late Michael Jackson. He admires his creativity, passion, and dedication to maintaining authenticity in a world that often values conformity - qualities which Ashywn carries in his own journey of wellness.
His Fitness Mantra
For Ashwyn, fitness is more than a career; it's a deeply ingrained lifestyle. It is about embracing a philosophy that advocates for a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life, a philosophy that has the transformative power to change lives fundamentally, including his own. His mantra of "Fitness is Life'' goes beyond physical well-being. For him, it is about harmonising every sphere of wellness, creating a symphony of balance that resonates in every aspect of life, a journey of finding one's unique equilibrium in the chaos of the world.
Impact and Acknowledgment
The work done by Ashwyn in the world of health and wellness has been met with an outpouring of praise and acknowledgment from several quarters. This reflects the deep impact he has managed to create in the lives of many through his dedication to wellness. Through the course of his journey, Ashwyn’s family and friends have been more than a support system; they have been the bedrock of his dreams, the silent warriors cheering him on, and the force that fuelled his growth, standing by him as he forged his path in the wellness industry.
Envisioning a Transformed World
Ashwyn envisions a world transformed through a wellness ecosystem, facilitating a seamless transition to healthier lifestyles. He aims to bring about change in the lives of people and introduce a holistic approach to wellness, one individual at a time.
In a world where wellness is paramount, Ashwyn stands as a testament to the transformative power
of dedication, vision, and the unwavering belief in the philosophy that fitness is not just an activity; it's a way of life, a path to holistic well-being, and a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Through his relentless pursuit, he is not only transforming his own life but also inspiring countless others to embark on their paths to wellness, making the world a healthier, happier place, one step at a time.
