Actress, adventurer, athlete and goodwill ambassador Hlubi Mboya-Arnold does it all. Driven by a desire for self-mastery and constant improvement, Hlubi actively seeks opportunities to challenge herself and step out of her comfort zone.<\/p>\n
Whether that\u2019s stepping onto the competitive Bikini stage, climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro or riding the world\u2019s toughest mountain bike stage race, the Absa Cape Epic, Hlubi revels in the thrill of venturing into the unknown \u2013 constantly taking on new adventures and challenges is what gets her through her training every day.<\/p>\n
But it\u2019s more than just her drive and commitment that makes Hlubi a fitness role model of the highest calibre. She achieves all this despite her hectic schedule, where she juggles her career in the deadline-driven media industry, while still finding time to pursue her passion for social entrepreneurship and community upliftment.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a demanding lifestyle that Hlubi masters with rigorous physical and mental preparation. And when there\u2019s an opportunity to combine the two, Hlubi doesn\u2019t hesitate to exploit it. That\u2019s why she has aligned her personal brand with South Africa\u2019s premier provider of fitness education \u2013 the HFPA Fitness Academy<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cI got involved with HFPA because I wanted to be something more than just a sports and fitness lover. I\u2019ve always been serious about the things I love most in life, which is why I wanted to take my passion for health and fitness to a new level. I wanted to dig deeper and discover more, and education creates opportunities to do that.\u201d<\/p>\n Beyond simply satisfying her curiosity and quenching her desire for personal growth, Hlubi also felt it was important to formalise her education as a brand ambassador and fitfluencer.<\/p>\n \u201cI work hard to be a credible role model, particularly to young black girls. I want to show them that they can break the mould and do things differently. And by broadening my competencies through on-going education, I can empower others with the information I share. There is so much poor, unqualified advice out there on social media, which is why I want to make sure I can cut through the clutter and add value in others\u2019 lives.\u201d<\/p>\n Hlubi says her decision to align with HFPA was an easy one based on the brand\u2019s reputation and the recommendations she received from her friends and colleagues in the health and fitness industry.<\/p>\n \u201cHFPA offers diversity in their subject matter and courses, and are also inclusive, catering to every sector of the industry and society. These are values that resonate with me.\u201d<\/p>\n And the HFPA team also recognised the similarities, which prompted the them to sign up Hlubi as a brand ambassador<\/a>.<\/p>\n https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/By7ePx6Fikh\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cHFPA lets me be authentic about my passion for sport and fitness, which is important because going by the book bores me. I\u2019m all about energy, which aligns with HFPA\u2019s culture. The brand also embodies the values of balance and constant progress, which is what I strive for every day.\u201d<\/p>\n This association has given Hlubi unfettered access to HFPA\u2019s rich resources, which she plans to utilise to its full potential.<\/p>\n \u201cI love HFPA\u2019s learning environment \u2013 it\u2019s open and dynamic. It\u2019s also innovative, offering full-time and distance learning options with workshop study modes available, which makes it accessible nationwide. The lecturers always advance their knowledge to stay with the times, while the course work keeps step with new industry trends and developments. And their qualifications are also internationally recognised!\u201d<\/p>\n This dynamic caters to everyone, from the mom and entrepreneur to the passionate fitness fanatic and someone who is looking to build a career in the industry. It\u2019s also a great platform to grow your network, believes Hlubi.<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019ve aways said your network is your net worth. Studying at HFPA has helped me build relationships and gain access to an international network of potential opportunities. It\u2019s the type of platform that tears down the barriers many South Africans face when trying to gain access to people and places.\u201d<\/p>\n Since obtaining her qualifications \u2013 with more to come \u2013 Hlubi believes she can now walk the talk.<\/p>\n \u201cI now know what it means to love something and be a professional and expert in it at the same time. I believe my qualifications as a personal fitness trainer<\/a>, and a kids development<\/a>, sports conditioning<\/a> and a life coach enable me to apply core skills to various areas of my life. I now view these certifications as assets I can use to make myself a better human being and benefit society.\u201d<\/p>\n In the context of her life, Hlubi plans to expand her knowledge base for her own benefit by obtaining additional qualifications, like a pre and post natal exercise course.<\/p>\n \u201cI believe this provides invaluable knowledge to women who should always feel empowered, not afraid of a natural process like child birth and motherhood due to a lack of understanding or knowledge \u2013 gaining knowledge is the most powerful form of empowerment.\u201d<\/p>\n And adding to her list of qualifications also creates new opportunities for Hlubi to pursue divergent career paths.<\/p>\n \u201cI firmly believe that to truly be successful, your career should reflect your greatest passions in life, and that if you\u2019re passionate about something you should pursue every opportunity to get paid for it. 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Aligning values<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Lean, mean learning machine<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Get paid for following your passion<\/strong><\/h3>\n