I’m Kevin Zahri, a weight loss expert, certified personal trainer, and nutritionist with over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. As a digital entrepreneur and social influencer, I’m proud to have built a community of over 1 million followers across all my social media platforms. Many know me as “Cikgu Fitness Malaysia,” a nickname that reflects my passion for educating and motivating Malaysians to lead healthier lives.

TV & Media Personality

I’ve been fortunate to appear on various Malaysian TV shows, news programs, and in magazines, where I’ve used these platforms to inspire others to adopt a healthier lifestyle.

100,000 “KURUS” Participants since 2013

I’m also the founder of various educational weight loss initiatives, including Jom Kurus, Malaysia’s largest weight loss movement. Since 2013, we’ve touched the lives of over 1,000,000 Malaysians through nationwide obesity intervention campaigns that are fun, engaging, and empowering. Currently I run a highly success online challenge called Cabaran 30 Hari which attracts over 1,000 participants every month.

Speaker

In addition to my work as a weight loss coach, I’m a bestselling author, motivational speaker, TedX speaker, and corporate wellness coach. I regularly speak at corporate events, where I’m known for my practical, no-nonsense approach to fitness. I focus on simple, effective, and sustainable workout and nutrition programs that people can actually stick to.

Charity Work

I’m also deeply committed to charity work and founded the non-profit organizations Malaysian Adult and Childhood Obesity Prevention Organization (MACOPO) and Malaysia’s National Recreational Sports Society. Both organizations focus on addressing the growing obesity crisis in Malaysia through creative healthcare education and community sports initiatives.

I’m actively involved with various government initiatives, including childhood obesity intervention, grassroots sports development, women in sports, and Malaysia Sports Vision 2030. As a committee member, I’m passionate about making a difference in the health and sports sectors for future generations.

Education, Awards & MENSA

I graduated with honors in Mechanical Engineering and Economics from Northeastern University, but I quickly realized that I was more passionate about “body engineering” than mechanical engineering. Since 2018, I’ve been a proud member of MENSA, Malaysia’s largest high-IQ society. My MENSA membership reflects my commitment to continuous learning and problem-solving, which I apply in both my fitness and entrepreneurial endeavors.

I’ve been honored to receive various awards and recognition throughout my career, including the SEBA Award for Health & Fitness Personality, Top 100 Young CEOs in Malaysia, NiagaTimes Business Influencer Award, Influence Asia Award for Fitness Influencer of the Year in Malaysia, and recognition from the Malaysian Book of Records and British Encyclopedia for Influential People in Malaysia.