LEO'S STORY
Hi, I'm Leo Desmarquest, founder of SimbaFit and a passionate fitness & health coach with over a decade of experience. Growing up on the stunning African east coast of Tanzania, I was always drawn to an active lifestyle, surrounded by nature and the ocean. My multicultural background - half French, half German - along with my extensive travels, has shaped my open-minded and adaptable approach to fitness, allowing me to connect with people from all walks of life.
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With a lifelong passion for sports - including football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, swimming, and surfing - I strongly believe in the importance of daily movement to maintain a long lasting balanced lifestyle. I’ve been coaching clients in English, French, and German for the past 5 years and have been instructing kitesurfing for 10 years, working with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds. With a focus on functional fitness, sustainable nutrition, and mental resilience, I'm here to show you that anything is possible. The key to success lies in your mindset and habits, and I'm fully committed to empowering you with the tools, knowledge, and motivation to overcome any challenge.
LEO'S VISION
I founded SIMBAFIT with a clear mission!
To inspire people to unlock their full potential through fitness and nutrition, just as I work every day to do the same. Fitness isn’t just a hobby or a career for me – it’s a mindset and a way of life. I believe that to live your best life, you must feel your best, look your best, and continuously push yourself to discover what you’re truly capable of.
You only have one life, so why settle for anything less than your best?
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At SimbaFit, we strive for continuous improvement – physically, mentally, and emotionally. For me, that means waking up every day committed to bettering myself through disciplined training, mindful nutrition, and self-reflection. It takes hard work and relentless dedication to become the person you aspire to be. And it’s not always easy. On the days when you feel your worst, those are the moments that define you. That’s when the real growth happens – when you push harder, break through barriers, and refuse to let anything stand in the way of your progress.
My philosophy is simple: don’t let your mind control you. Become the leader of your mind.
At SimbaFit, I’m here to help you take control, break through your limits, and achieve goals you never thought possible. Together, we’ll make sure you live the best life you can – strong, confident, and unstoppable.
BUILDING A SIMBAFIT COMMUNITY
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Building a Global Community: SimbaFit is more than just fitness – it's about fostering an international communitybased on positivity, hard work, support, and love.
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Stronger Together: We grow when we lift each other up, share knowledge, and exchange experiences. This is a two-way journey – while you learn from me, I also learn from you.
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A Vision for Global Impact: I dream of SimbaFit expanding worldwide, bringing together people from all backgrounds with a common goal:
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To realize that love is the key to a fulfilling life.
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To move beyond hate and negativity, which only serve as distractions from unity and peace.
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Embracing Positivity: By supporting one another, we can break down barriers and achieve greatness, not just individually, but collectively.
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The SimbaFit Mission: I want to help people live better, healthier, and happier lives.
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When we feel our best, we radiate happiness.
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The more we smile, the better our energy becomes – and energy is contagious.
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Creating a Ripple Effect: Through SimbaFit, we’ll spread positive energy, uplifting and empowering everyone we touch.
WHAT IS SIMBAFIT
SimbaFit represents a way of life, where we believe in movement, balanced nutrition, and a healthy mindset.
My coaching philosophy is built around individuality and your unique goals, fitness level, and lifestyle, ensuring that you receive the support and guidance you need to succeed at every stage of your journey. Whether you’re aiming to build muscle and strength, improve endurance, or elevate your overall well-being, my mission is to help you unlock your full potential.
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Together, we will push past limits, celebrate progress, and turn every obstacle into an opportunity for growth.
No matter who you are or where you start, greatness is within your reach. Join me on this transformative journey, and let’s unlock the best version of yourself - because you are capable of achieving more than you ever imagined.
COMMUNICATION
When helping clients reach their full potential, honesty and transparency are extremely important. As a coach, we can help best when both sides are on the same page. There will be ups and downs, if they are properly communicated the coach will help guide you through them.
OPEN MIND
As a coach, I want to help as many people as I can to live a healthier life. No matter the background or appearance, we are all human! Anyone putting in the effort into wanting to better themselves is welcome! Lets create a peaceful and healthy lifestyle for ourselves!
TEAMWORK
In order to achieve your goals, we need to work together! Great things are achieved when people work together. Not only does the client need to work hard on themselves, as a good coach, I need to make sure that I am supporting and educating my client in the best possible way.
DISCIPLINE
If you want to achieve your goals, you need discipline over everything. Most of the time we don't feel like working out or taking the extra time to cook healthy, this is where having the discipline comes in. Great things can only be achieved through hard work and consistency.