These Malaysian youth prove it's possible to change and live a healthy life


  • Family
  • Monday, 14 Aug 2023

As a teenager, Iskandar Shah Azlizan (front) wasn’t happy with his physical appearance and stamina. — Photos: ISKANDAR SHAH AZLIZAN

When Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa announced last month that four out of five teenagers in Malaysia – that’s 80% – were sedentary, not everyone was shocked.

Penang-based Ho-Liao Fitness founder Ho Yah Wen, 43, says he is not surprised. In fact, he says it’s not just teenagers who are sedentary. Most adults are also physically inactive.

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