Meet the Personal Trainer: Malik Akhmedov

By Paulien van Embden | 18 Mar 2022 | Testimonials

1. Can you introduce yourself ?

Hi! My name is Malik (@wb.malik), I am a Personal Trainer, TV Host, and professional acrobat.

Since my childhood I'm into sports thanks to my father who was a professional wrestling athlete. He always pushed me to train hard and to become the best version of myself in every sport. I started Calisthenics 9 years ago because I found myself very skinny and without confidence.

I created the Wolf’s Bar (@wolfs.bar) crew with 5 other members. Together we did a lot of shows all around the world (Belgium's Got Talent, France's Got Talent, Ninja Warrior, Tu si Que Vales..). In Personal Training, I like helping my clients to reach their goals, for me this is the most exciting part of my job without hesitation. Since March 2020, I have my own health and fitness tv show called ''Bouge à la maison" on a national Belgian channel with my brother Manzul (@manzultavrus).

2. Why did you choose PCA for your education ?

I chose PCA because I heard a lot of people talking about it in a positive way. I realised that it's the best PT education you can find in Belgium so I didn't hesitate.

3. What did the NASM accreditation bring you ?

A higher level of competence and an international acknowledgement. Before I was contacted by Belgian TV, one of my projects was to move to Los Angeles and train people there. This was not possible without the NASM certification. Now I am able to realize this thanks to PCA.

4. What is your specialization ?

I'm specialized in Bodyweight exercises thanks to my experience in Calisthenics. But of course I also like to train my clients with weights, it is indispensable.

5. What is the coolest exercise you like to do with your clients and why ?

Pull ups. For me it's one of the most difficult bodyweight exercise. I like to see my clients try pull ups and feel how difficult it is to execute clean Pull ups. That motivates them to train hard.