Michael has lived and practiced law in Samui for many years. His job and lifestyle involve lots of stress but little activity and as a result, weight had piled on. It had reached the stage where Michael was unable to walk even short distances and he knew it was time for something drastic. Grabbing the bull by the horns, Michael signed up for a three weeks intensive at Samui Fight House. And, that’s how Michael’s life was turned upside down! Each day began with a gentle walk, with the distance slowly increasing as Michael’s fitness improved. After his walk, it was straight into Muay Thai training and then a well earned, delicious healthy smoothie. His days were free to relax by the pool, or just allow his body to catch up on some much needed rest. Lunch was another smoothie. Afternoons, the programme included another walk and a second Muay Thai session and, some days, a gentle yoga stretching session completed the physical work. At the end of the day, Michael had a home cooked meal from Samui Fight House’s Christian, aka The Fighting Chef.
This was a tough regime for a man more used to unhealthy food and no exercise, but he pushed through. His complexion cleared, his eyes brightened and the eczema that had plagued him for years disappeared, but most importantly, Michael CHOSE to walk on his day off!!! Yes, he lost weight and inches, but as he left the camp, Michael left with something far more critical. He left with a desire to move his body, even just a little bit every day and a new motivation to stay healthy. He also left with some new friends and the knowledge that the entire team at SFH are here to support him on his new quest for health.
If you recognise yourself in Michael’s journey and are interested in kick starting your new healthy life with an intensive Get Healthy programme at SFH, please get in touch.
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