We have many amazing people with interesting stories that walk into all our gyms! This member spotlight turns to Sascha Peacock, one of our Muay Thai students with a background in bodybuilding who is fresh out of a trip to Absolute MMA Thailand. Sascha is currently in the process of completing her Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (with honours) and holds a Diploma of Health Science. Never one to shy away from hard training, Sascha always gives 100% and is a class partner who is guaranteed to make you smile/sweat! Read on to find out more about Sascha.
Occupation: Student
Martial Arts/Sports: Muay Thai
How did you get into the sport?
Got sick of bodybuilding and was inspired from watching lots of combat sports such as boxing, WWE, UFC, Bellator and martial arts movies.
What are your immediate training goals?
Improve technique and anaerobic capacity.
What are your goals for the next five years?
Potentially fight in boxing and Muay Thai.
Why do you love training at Absolute MMA?
Aside from the quality of instructors/trainers, I’ve never felt so welcomed in a gym. It can be intimidating going into any gym but I’ve never felt that way at Absolute MMA, the staff and members are all so lovely. It has a great atmosphere and there are so many passionate people.
What is your favourite move?
Spinning back kick.
What do you like to do to relax besides training?
Read.
Can you tell us about where you’re from and any interesting stories growing up? If you’re not originally from Melbourne, how’d you end up living in Melbourne, Australia?
I’m originally from South Africa, grew up in Australia, most recently on the Gold Coast which is where all my family are now based. I have never lived in one city for more than 5 years and I went to 3 primary schools and 4 high schools. After I started working in the health industry, I decided to start my degree in Melbourne.
Who are the kind of people that you look up to and why?
I look up to people who highly value education and intellect (mostly in science), people who challenge social stigmas and humanitarians.
What’s your favourite place to eat in Melbourne and your #1 dish recommendation?
Sake restaurant, grass fed beef tataki sanshu.
If you could go back in time to your first martial art class, what would be the advice you give to your past self?
Go to Absolute MMA.
“Sascha is one of the most disciplined and dedicated people I’ve met! The effort she puts into her studies of nutrition and dietetics is crazy, always going above and beyond what’s needed to further her knowledge in her field. Nonetheless she’ll always made sure to show up to her training, despite setbacks and obstacles along the way. She’s definitely someone who’s inspired me to work harder both in and out of the gym, an absolute killer!”- Amit Narayan
“Always know you’re in for a great workout when you partner with Sascha because you know the next hour is going to consist of 100% power shots! A super friendly member to have around that loves talking about getting her tan on.”- Alex Taylor
“Sascha has a Krav Maga style, everything she kicks and punches, is 100%. No 99%. She always trains 100%. She’s a good listener. I’ve known her for about a year now, and I hope she keeps doing what she loves and is with us for a long time.”- Laos Toohey