Herbalife Champions Healthy Active Lifestyle at Hari Sukan Negara 2024
PUTRAJAYA, 4 November 2024 – In line with its commitment to enhancing the well-being of Malaysians, premier health and wellness company, Herbalife took part in the country’s largest annual sporting event, Hari Sukan Negara. The recent Hari Sukan Negara celebration in Putrajaya from 11 to 13 October drew over 50,000 participants, with activities taking place at the national, state, and district levels.
Initiated by the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the Hari Sukan Negara, aims to promote sports among the community through an active and healthy lifestyle. In support of these goals, Herbalife participated in Hari Sukan Negara to raise awareness about the importance of well-being and the current health challenges faced by Malaysians.
During the event, Herbalife offered free wellness evaluations, providing attendees with personalised insights into their health and fitness levels along with practical advice on how to improve them. Bottom of Form
With a shared mission of supporting Malaysians on their journey to better health, Herbalife also partnered with GlamFit to organise the GlamFit Power Hour in Putrajaya. This high-energy workout session brought together people from all walks of life and was one of 64 activities during the three-day event, making fitness fun and accessible for everyone.
John Hellmann, Vice President of Public Affairs, Asia Pacific, Herbalife said, “For over 40 years, Herbalife has been empowering individuals around the world, helping millions transform their lives through balanced nutrition and active living. In Malaysia, we have actively supported various programmes and workshops to encourage healthier lifestyle choices and it is truly inspiring to see so many Malaysians coming together to improve their overall well-being.”
“With more than half of Malaysia’s population being overweight or obese and nearly half leading sedentary lifestyles, initiatives like Hari Sukan Negara are more crucial than ever. Recent statistics reveal that 49.9% of Malaysians have sedentary habits, and almost 30% are physically inactive. These figures highlight the urgent need for greater awareness of well-being, and Herbalife is committed to helping Malaysians adopt healthier, more active lifestyles.”
The GlamFit Power Hour featured a dynamic mix of workout sessions, including Zumba and a ‘Salsation’ workout. Participant Nawwar Syazana binti Ariffin, 25, shared her experience, “Events like this should happen more often as they bring people together for fun activities while raising awareness about health and wellness. It helps remove the fear of being judged in one’s journey to better their health, especially when you see such a diverse crowd participating. Whether you are just starting out or already active, there is a place for everyone at events like these.”
Herbalife is committed to helping to address Malaysia’s growing health challenges such as rising obesity rates and sedentary lifestyles through impactful programmes and initiatives like the Burn 1 Million Calories Campaign, the recent Guinness World Record for the largest high-intensity interval training class (multiple venues), Weight Management Program and Herbalife Run. The company remains dedicated to empowering individuals to lead healthier, more active lives and contributing to the overall well-being of Malaysians.
