In a recent interview with H&H Magazine, our founder, Krishna Shroff, speaks about the driving force behind launching and continually expanding her family’s homegrown fitness brand, MMA Matrix.
During the initial phase of her healthy living journey, a series of lightbulb moments quickly culminated into a dream of kickstarting a fitness revolution, all for the masses.
Krishna worked her mind and body to the bone and pushed that extra mile over the past 5.5 years. When it comes to inspiration, her brother, Tiger Shroff, plays the role of an influential catalyst. This, coupled with her proven athleticism during her teenage days, kept her away from marinating in the mediocrity sphere of wellness.
Today, she’s a role model for youngsters aspiring to abide by nutrition, fitness, and the broad spectrum of wellness.
Krishna’s Vision With MMA Matrix
The whole idea stemmed owing to a mutual passion shared by the two siblings – Krishna and Tiger. There is this intricate proclivity towards the devotion and fondness of the sports and fitness realm that they possess. Being the enterprising family the Shroff’s are, it was only fair to establish a multifaceted facility within this industry.
Krishna’s core motive was to unleash knowledge of Mixed Martial Arts and help it spread like wildfire, especially amongst the younger generation.
“To introduce fitness in an entirely new way and take it to the next level.” – Krishna Shroff
She believes, with no room for doubt, that indulging in fitness through MMA is a lifestyle in itself. The manners in which it promotes holistic fitness, injects heightened amounts of adrenaline into the lives of to-be Indian athletes and mere fitness aspirants.
After successfully setting up their 7th franchise with upgraded, revolutionary equipment, Krishna says, “As for how long I see this going, the sky is the limit.”
Well, after inaugurating the new franchise in Lucknow, that too in the midst of a pandemic, Krishna and team definitely don’t plan to let the heat off!
When Did The Fitness Bug Bite Krishna?
Her childhood revolved around sports and fitness activities more than following the conventional norm of attending classroom lectures. You name it, she played it – basketball, football, volleyball, badminton and what not.
Despite her evident inclination towards towering levels of physical health, it was not until an emotional breakdown that she manoeuvred into a transformational chapter of her life.
Once she observed a positive change in her personality across umpteen stages of this transformation, she was hellbent on going all the way.
Today, Krishna says, “I will forever be grateful towards fitness, as it has given me a new meaning of life and an identity of my own, away from everything people expected me to be or do.”
What Stimulates Krishna To Focus On Nutrition & Fitness 24/7?
She proudly showers this credit upon her brother, Tiger Shroff, a 5th-degree black belt holder in Taekwondo. Growing up in a mutual household, witnessing his progress from close quarters, and developing a sense of accountability towards him actuated her inner ardour for fitness.
It’s only natural to absorb the traits of someone you’re living with day-in-day-out!
When asked about her motivation to stay laser-focused on nutrition and workouts, she opted to once again give her brother a pat on the back.
“I’m the only person in the world who’s able to say I grew up with Tiger Shroff… If that doesn’t get your ass up or motivate you to push and better yourself every single day, then nothing will,” she says.
What Do You Cherish The Most Along Your Fitness Journey
Krishna is pleased as punch since people stopped asking her about her eagerly anticipated Bollywood debut. After 5.5 years of dedicated practice from her end, society now asks about her fitness journey, suggestions, and all that she preaches. This society comprises of her family, colleagues, friends, and fan following!
Quite deservedly, she says, “It gives me immense gratification.”
Having let go of their famed family trend in the film industry, Krishna has fittingly carved her path and developed an identity that society looks up to.
The individuality that she gets to carry with her personality today, merged with the undying support she rightfully receives, that too from unknown people, is labelled as a “massive” win for her.
Verdict
Krishna has already laid out plans of expanding the MMA Matrix family across the country.
Come hell or high water, when such personalities set out on a nationwide mission, barricades mean nothing.
Want to access Krishna Shroff’s full interview with H&H magazine? Click here.
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