S'porean dad, 37, sheds 21kg to become fitter for daughters, wins 5th place in KL bodybuilding competition

A Singaporean man, Muhammad Aidil Mohamed Sis, 37, recently achieved a remarkable feat by winning fifth place in his debut bodybuilding competition held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This accomplishment was not initially part of his plan; Aidil had started training in November 2025 to become physically fit and keep up with his young daughters, aged seven and 11. He confessed to struggling with fatigue during activities with them, which limited their time together.

Aidil, a broadcast presenter and freelance fitness trainer, had long harbored an interest in bodybuilding but lacked the confidence and proper guidance to participate in competitions. Once he began training with a personal trainer in November 2025, he was encouraged by fellow competitors and his wife to prepare for a competition in January 2026.

The most challenging aspect of his rigorous training regimen, according to Aidil, was controlling his diet, as he is a fan of sweets. To manage his weight, he limited his consumption of sweet treats and opted for sugar-free alternatives, also weighing and portioning his meals to avoid overeating.

Balancing his time for training, cardio exercises, work, and family duties proved to be another hurdle, requiring him to occasionally forgo leisure time. Aidil shared his transformation journey over the course of 10 months on his Instagram page, emphasizing that with determination and consistency, one can achieve their dreams. On October 11, he was declared the fifth-place winner in the First Timer Men's Physique Competitor category at the PCA Malaysian Championships in Kuala Lumpur, a significant achievement for someone who had once weighed 92 kilograms and never envisioned himself on a bodybuilding stage.

Though fifth place might not seem impressive to some, Aidil views this accomplishment as monumental, given his humble beginnings. He plans to participate in another competition, the Dream Aesthetic, scheduled for October 24 in Singapore, hoping his inspiring story will motivate others to lead healthier lifestyles.