P94:[{"_245":246},"blog",{"_247":248},"articles",{"_135":249},[250,264,275,285],{"_19":251,"_98":252,"_46":253,"_254":255,"_256":257,"_33":258,"_44":262,"_234":-5},"gid://shopify/Article/611293364417","wilson-ng","Wilson Ng","excerpt","Strategic Initiatives Manager / Redline Athlete","contentHtml","\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Wilson drives business transformation and approaches every challenge with focus and determination.

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$\"\"$ Every day, he navigates the fast-moving world of digital transformation across APAC, driving projects that shape how businesses evolve and grow.

Yet beyond the workspace, Wilson brings the same determination and focus to his life in sport.

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“I remind myself I don’t need to be perfect, I just need to be 1% better than yesterday.”

\n- Wilson Ng\n

What started as casual fitness with friends has evolved into a deep commitment to Hyrox and functional training, where he continues to test his endurance, mindset, and limits. His story is one of balance and intention, showing that discipline, structure, and passion can coexist even in the busiest seasons of life.

To Wilson, success means showing up with purpose, striving to be a little better each day, and proving that consistency will always outlast motivation.

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\nWHAT DRIVES YOU TO JUGGLE A FULL-TIME CAREER WHILE COMPETING AT THIS LEVEL?\n

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\"What began as fun with friends turned into a lifelong commitment to pushing my limits. I train because I believe in using my body to its fullest potential while I still can.\"

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HOW DO YOU STRUCTURE YOUR WEEK TO TRAIN, RECOVER, AND WORK WITHOUT BURNING OUT?

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\"I plan my week down to the hour so I can go full speed without burning out. Having structure keeps me consistent and focused, both at work and in training.\"

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WHAT'S ONE RECOVERY OR FUELING HABIT THAT HAS MADE THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE FOR YOU?

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\"I make sure to get 6 to 7 hours of sleep every night. Staying hydrated all day may sound simple, but it makes a huge difference in my recovery and energy.\"
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WHAT DOES STANDING ON THIS PODIUM MEAN TO YOU PERSONALLY?

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\"It means proving that age or career doesn’t limit passion. Standing here reminds me that with commitment, you can keep growing and achieving.\"

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WAS THERE A MOMENT DURING PREPARATION OR THE RACE WHEN YOU WANTED TO QUIT, AND HOW DID YOU PUSH THROUGH IT?

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\"There are days I don’t feel like showing up, but I remind myself to just be 1% better than yesterday. Finding balance through rest and planning keeps me consistent.\"
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⁠NOW THAT YOU'VE REACHED THIS MILESTONE, WHAT'S THE NEXT GOAL YOU'RE CHASING?

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\"Next, I’m aiming for a sub-60 finish in Hyrox Men’s Doubles and a sub-70 in my first Men’s Open Solo. Both challenges will push my limits in new ways.\"
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Dean leads with vision as a creative director and charges every challenge with relentless speed.

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$\"\"$ A father fueled by passion, a go-kart racer who never settles for less. Living proof that limits are made to be broken.

What started as a hobby ignited an unbreakable drive. Behind the helmet, he locks in his focus. On the track, he owns himself. That hunger propelled him to the podium in the SWS 4 Hours Endurance Race.

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“Racing against younger and stronger competitors keeps my spirit alive and motivated which also helps in pushing my career. ” - Dean

Ignited with fire and focus, he is gearing up for the ultimate challenge, the Sodi World Series Endurance Championship in Malaysia. Ready to face the world’s best, he aims to take his shot at glory and proudly represent his country on the global stage.

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\nWHAT DRIVES YOU TO JUGGLE A FULL-TIME CAREER WHILE COMPETING AT THIS LEVEL?\n

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\"The love for speed and constant self-improvement drives me. Karting keeps my spirit sharp and motivated, pushing me to perform better both in racing and my career.\"

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HOW DO YOU STRUCTURE YOUR WEEK TO TRAIN, RECOVER, AND WORK WITHOUT BURNING OUT?

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\"I keep my routine flexible to balance work and training without burning out. Instead of strict recovery plans, I focus on consistent practice and seat time to keep improving.\"

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WHAT'S ONE RECOVERY OR FUELING HABIT THAT HAS MADE THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE FOR YOU?

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\"Proper rest before race day makes the biggest difference for me. I also rely on electrolyte drinks to stay hydrated and ready to perform.\"
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WHAT DOES STANDING ON THIS PODIUM MEAN TO YOU PERSONALLY?

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\"Standing on the podium reminds me that passion has no age limit. It keeps me motivated and connected to a community that shares the same drive.\"

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WAS THERE A MOMENT DURING PREPARATION OR THE RACE WHEN YOU WANTED TO QUIT, AND HOW DID YOU PUSH THROUGH IT?

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\"Doubt happens, especially when performance dips, but I stay positive and focused. The right mindset and supportive community keep me pushing forward.\"
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⁠NOW THAT YOU'VE REACHED THIS MILESTONE, WHAT'S THE NEXT GOAL YOU'RE CHASING?

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\"This milestone is just one step toward my bigger goal of winning the Sodi World Series in Malaysia and representing the country in Europe. You only live once, so I’m all in.\"
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Esther Joy turns the challenges of student life and elite sport into fuel for every podium she reaches.

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Records are measured in seconds, but the journey behind them is built over years. For Esther, every step forward comes from discipline, patience and trusting the process even when progress feels slow.

With the guidance of a new coach and a stronger focus on building her aerobic base, her training began to shift. Each phase became about building the right foundation first, then gradually pushing the pace further.

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“The moment you reach a goal is the moment you start chasing the next”

\n- Esther Joy\n

Staying energised through demanding days of training and classes also became an important part of the journey. With the right support, she found the consistency needed to keep showing up and giving her best.

Supported by the people around her and staying committed to both training and recovery, Esther continues to move forward with quiet determination, proving that breakthroughs often come from the work no one sees.

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\nWHAT DID BREAKING YOUR PB + NATIONAL RECORD MEAN TO YOU?
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\"It felt unreal, like you dreamt about a goal for so long, finally attempt it, and then go “now what’s next?”

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HOW HAS UPBOUND SUPPORTED YOU IN YOUR TRAINING?

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\"I used to need a daily nap, but with Upbound I feel energised for back-to-back classes and training without needing caffeine.\"

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WHAT CHANGED YOUR PERFORMANCE THE MOST?

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\"A new coach + a personalised aerobic block, then adding speed on top of it.\"
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WHAT ROLE DOES RECOVERY PLAY IN STAYING CONSISTENT?

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\"Recovery is a priority to me. I sleep to recover, and I only take supplements when needed.\"

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WHAT KEEPS YOU STRONG WHEN PEOPLE DOUBT YOU?

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\"Focus on the people around you like family, teammates, coaches. They know the work you’ve put in.\"
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Saddam is a relentless warrior and a devoted father, surging through every challenge with unbreakable purpose.

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What defines him is not just competition, but the discipline behind it. As a devoted father and HYROX athlete, Saddam lives by structure, consistency, and the belief that growth is earned only when comfort is left behind.

Through setbacks that test resilience and days that demand everything he has, he continues to show up with quiet strength and unwavering focus. In competition, he chases performance at the highest level. Beyond it, he stays grounded in purpose, proving that real strength is measured not only in results, but in what keeps you going when things get difficult.

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\n\n“I train through the hardest days because quitting was never an option when my family and purpose keep me moving forward”\n

\n- Saddam Pittli\n

As a Corporal in the Royal Malaysian Army and a HYROX athlete, Saddam Pittli embodies discipline forged through experience and pressure. From a Top 1 finish at HYROX Singapore 2026 to every challenge ahead, he moves with the same unwavering fire, driven by purpose, resilience, and responsibility.

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\nWHAT INSPIRED YOU TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP IN THIS SPORT?
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\"I chose HYROX to push myself further than ever, to prove that no challenge can hold me back.\"

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WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO SOMEONE WHO ASPIRES TO START BUT IS AFRAID TO TRY?

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\"Take on smaller events like relays, set realistic goals, and let each achievement push you closer to your full potential.\"

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HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN YOUR TRAINING AND LIFE BALANCE, EVEN ON DIFFICULT DAYS?

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\"Every day is a training day. Even on the hardest or busiest days, I keep going with home workouts and stairs, morning or night.\"
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ON DAYS WHEN MOTIVATION IS ZERO, WHAT KEEPS YOU MOVING?

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\"Every defeat I’ve endured reminds me why I never give up. Even injured or unmotivated, I keep training and moving forward.\"

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WHO ARE YOU WHEN TRAINING ISN'T THE FOCUS OF YOUR DAY?

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\"When I step away from training, I am a husband and father, and the bond with my four children is the heartbeat that drives me forward every day.\"
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Wilson drives business transformation and approaches every challenge with focus and determination.

“I remind myself I don’t need to be perfect, I just need to be 1% better than yesterday.”

\n- Wilson Ng\n

\nWHAT DRIVES YOU TO JUGGLE A FULL-TIME CAREER WHILE COMPETING AT THIS LEVEL?\n

HOW DO YOU STRUCTURE YOUR WEEK TO TRAIN, RECOVER, AND WORK WITHOUT BURNING OUT?

WHAT'S ONE RECOVERY OR FUELING HABIT THAT HAS MADE THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE FOR YOU?

WHAT DOES STANDING ON THIS PODIUM MEAN TO YOU PERSONALLY?

WAS THERE A MOMENT DURING PREPARATION OR THE RACE WHEN YOU WANTED TO QUIT, AND HOW DID YOU PUSH THROUGH IT?

⁠NOW THAT YOU'VE REACHED THIS MILESTONE, WHAT'S THE NEXT GOAL YOU'RE CHASING?

Dean leads with vision as a creative director and charges every challenge with relentless speed.

“Racing against younger and stronger competitors keeps my spirit alive and motivated which also helps in pushing my career. ” - Dean

\nWHAT DRIVES YOU TO JUGGLE A FULL-TIME CAREER WHILE COMPETING AT THIS LEVEL?\n

HOW DO YOU STRUCTURE YOUR WEEK TO TRAIN, RECOVER, AND WORK WITHOUT BURNING OUT?

WHAT'S ONE RECOVERY OR FUELING HABIT THAT HAS MADE THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE FOR YOU?

WHAT DOES STANDING ON THIS PODIUM MEAN TO YOU PERSONALLY?

WAS THERE A MOMENT DURING PREPARATION OR THE RACE WHEN YOU WANTED TO QUIT, AND HOW DID YOU PUSH THROUGH IT?

⁠NOW THAT YOU'VE REACHED THIS MILESTONE, WHAT'S THE NEXT GOAL YOU'RE CHASING?

Esther Joy turns the challenges of student life and elite sport into fuel for every podium she reaches.

“The moment you reach a goal is the moment you start chasing the next”

\n- Esther Joy\n

\nWHAT DID BREAKING YOUR PB + NATIONAL RECORD MEAN TO YOU?\n

HOW HAS UPBOUND SUPPORTED YOU IN YOUR TRAINING?

WHAT CHANGED YOUR PERFORMANCE THE MOST?

WHAT ROLE DOES RECOVERY PLAY IN STAYING CONSISTENT?

WHAT KEEPS YOU STRONG WHEN PEOPLE DOUBT YOU?

Saddam is a relentless warrior and a devoted father, surging through every challenge with unbreakable purpose.

\n\n“I train through the hardest days because quitting was never an option when my family and purpose keep me moving forward”\n

\n- Saddam Pittli\n

\nWHAT INSPIRED YOU TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP IN THIS SPORT?\n

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO SOMEONE WHO ASPIRES TO START BUT IS AFRAID TO TRY?

HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN YOUR TRAINING AND LIFE BALANCE, EVEN ON DIFFICULT DAYS?

ON DAYS WHEN MOTIVATION IS ZERO, WHAT KEEPS YOU MOVING?

WHO ARE YOU WHEN TRAINING ISN'T THE FOCUS OF YOUR DAY?

\nWHAT DID BREAKING YOUR PB + NATIONAL RECORD MEAN TO YOU?
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\nWHAT INSPIRED YOU TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP IN THIS SPORT?
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Upbound Community

Welcome to the Upbound Community, where we believe wellness is a shared journey.

Wilson Ng

Dean Wong

Esther Joy

Saddam Pittli