MEMBER OF THE MONTH: ROSHAN

Q1: Tell us a bit about yourself.

I grew up and was educated in England before moving here in 2001—and I loved it so much I decided to stay. Since then, I’ve built a career in education and currently work as a Dean at an educational institution. Outside of work, I enjoy gardening and writing, and more recently, I’ve started learning how to DJ, which has been a fun and refreshing challenge.

Q2: What originally pushed you to start training? Was there a specific reason or moment?

My background in sport built a strong foundation and commitment to physical training that’s stayed with me throughout my life. Beyond that, I’m driven by the idea of continuous improvement. I enjoy stepping into areas where I’m not yet proficient and working consistently to develop those skills over time.

For me, it’s about putting in the work, being comfortable with failure, and avoiding shortcuts. That mindset has been heavily influenced by coaches like Charles Poliquin and Pavel Tsatsouline, whose philosophies have shaped the way I approach training.

Q3: What keeps you showing up, even on the days you don’t feel like it?

As I approach 50, my perspective on training has naturally evolved. In my younger years, the focus was more on performance and aesthetics, but now it’s about longevity and staying injury-free. Adopting a “train smart” mindset hasn’t always been easy, it requires putting the ego aside and respecting your body, but it’s made consistency more important than ever.

What motivates me most now, though, is training alongside my teenage daughter. What was once a solo routine has become a shared experience, and it’s incredibly rewarding to pass on over 30 years of knowledge, from the technical side of training to the discipline and resilience it takes to stay consistent. Supporting her as she develops her own path in sport keeps me accountable and gives me a strong reason to keep showing up, even on the days I don’t feel like it.