Coach Afshan Thakkar - Founder TSquared Lab, CEO, Certified Personal Trainer

Coach Afshan's dedication to personal training and sustainable body transformation is fueled by a deep-rooted passion for empowering individuals to achieve lasting change. Her journey into this profession stems from a profound understanding that transformation is not merely about physical training—it's an intricate blend of nutrition, lifestyle, and mindset. Her commitment extends beyond conventional methods, fostering close, empathetic relationships with her clients’ to ensure they feel supported in sharing their obstacles and aspirations. By prioritising her clients' well-being and happiness, she crafts personalised roadmaps inspired by her own experiences of injury, recovery, and profound transformation.

With almost 4 years of working towards building TSquared Lab, Coach Afshan has cultivated an environment that blends comfort, motivation, and sustainability. Her journey through challenging times has imparted a unique perspective on the importance of compassion and individualisation in transformation. This insight enables her and our team to create experiences that are not only effective but also enjoyable and sustainable. Under her leadership, TSquared Lab has rapidly evolved into one of Singapore’s fastest-growing fitness ecosystems, driven by a commitment to compassionate, holistic transformation.

Expertise in designing and delivering customised fitness programs that cater to individual needs, helping clients achieve their health and fitness goals at TSquared Lab.

Highly qualified in providing nutritional guidance and advice, helping clients make informed dietary choices that complement their training and support overall wellness.

Skilled in implementing effective strength training techniques, focusing on improving muscular strength and endurance through targeted exercises.

Proficient in using NLP techniques to enhance clients' mental resilience, motivation, and goal-setting, facilitating personal growth and overcoming psychological barriers.

Deeply invested in creating long-term, sustainable changes in clients' bodies through holistic approaches that integrate training, nutrition, and lifestyle adjustments.

Passionate about understanding and applying the latest research in nutrition to craft personalised dietary plans that support overall health and transformation goals.

Focused on helping clients improve their overall lifestyle, including sleep, stress management, and daily habits to enhance their fitness results and quality of life.

Interested in the psychological aspects of fitness, including how mindset and motivation impact progress and how to foster resilience and positive habits in clients.

Enthusiastic about developing and implementing customised training programs that cater to individual needs and circumstances, ensuring effective and enjoyable workouts.

Dedicated to establishing strong, supportive relationships with clients’ to better understand their unique challenges and goals, thereby enhancing their overall experience and success.

Certified NLP Practitioner

Certified Personal Trainer from International Sports and Science Association

Certified Resistance Training Specialist Level 1

Coach Afshan’s journey into the world of fitness and personal training has been anything but ordinary. It's a story of resilience, passion, and, most importantly, believing in possibilities even when the odds are stacked against you.

At a young age, Coach Afshan suffered a major spinal injury that left her bedridden for over a year. Doctors were unsure if she would ever walk again, let alone lead an active life. While she couldn’t run until the age of 30, she didn't give up! With the support of her family, she defied the odds and went on to run several half-marathons, proving that the human spirit is far more powerful than any medical prognosis.

One of her proudest achievements is being a mother to two wonderful daughters. When her first child was born, she decided to step away from her career and focus fully on motherhood. It wasn’t an easy decision, but she felt that it was the right one for her.

Raising her daughters has been one of the most fulfilling and transformative experiences of her life, shaping not only who she is as a person but also influencing how she leads and inspires others. It has taught her patience, resilience, and the importance of nurturing—qualities that she carries into her work every day.

Age, as they say, is just a number, and Coach Afshan proved that in her 50s. After years of competing in dragon boat and outrigger canoeing competitions worldwide, she decided to become a certified personal trainer at the age of 51 and this was a major turning point in her life, as she transitioned from being an athlete to helping others transform their own lives through fitness.

In 2021, she took a leap of faith and founded TSquared Lab, and under her leadership, the company has rapidly grown to become one of the fastest-growing fitness ecosystems in Singapore. She is extremely proud of the team that she has been able to build and the impact we’ve had on our clients' lives in such a short time. Our growth as a company is fueled by our unwavering commitment to personalised, sustainable fitness solutions that prioritise not just a physical transformation, but mental and emotional well-being.

Today even as the CEO of TSquared Lab, she still actively trains clients’ because she believes in leading by example. Her personal fitness journey is ongoing, and she wants to inspire others to keep pushing their limits—no matter their age or background.

During the annual team photoshoot, she loves to remind people that at almost 55 years old, she is still rocking a six-pack and despite her love for occasional indulgence she tries to maintain it.