Ayesha Billimoria is a prominent Indian fitness influencer, athlete, model, trainer, and author, famously known as ‘Fitgirl India’. This comprehensive biography delves into her inspiring life and career.
Wiki/Biography
Ayesha Billimoria was born on Thursday, 8 January 1987 (age 35 years; as of 2022) in Mumbai, India. Her zodiac sign is Capricorn. She completed her primary schooling at a boarding school in Ooty, Tamil Nadu, and her high school education at Activity High School in Mumbai. Ayesha furthered her education with a graduation from the University of Mumbai. Her impressive athletic training involved world-class coaches in London, Africa, Germany, and Australia, notably Gavin Dsouza.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5’8″
- Eye Colour: Brown
- Hair Colour: Dark Brown (has experimented with red and blonde)
Family & Caste
Ayesha Billimoria comes from a Parsi family. Her father’s name is Neville Billimoria, and her mother, Perviz Billimoria, works as an insurance agent. She also has a sister named Binaifer.
Career
Ayesha’s athletic career is marked by significant achievements. She’s a three-time national champion (2001-03) in the 200-meter sprint, representing Maharashtra for 17 years. She earned numerous state and national titles, earning the title of ‘Fastest Girl of India’ in her youth. Beyond her impressive sprinting career, she served as the former captain of the Adidas Runners Mumbai crew, representing Adidas in several national and international tournaments. Currently, she works as an athletics coach and movement specialist in Mumbai.
In 2016, she launched “Project Fitgirl,” a commendable initiative focused on educating children in government schools across Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh in sports, movement, and life skills. Her influence extends beyond athletics; she’s a TEDx speaker, a keynote speaker at the World Zoroastrian Congress, a strong advocate for gender equality, and a passionate environmentalist. In 2019, she published her book, “Run! The Ultimate Mind-Body Fitness Guide.”
Favourite Things
Here’s a glimpse into Ayesha’s preferences:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Dhansak, Chocolate, French Fries |
| Books | “The Wholesome Kitchen” by Pooja Dhingra, “Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption” by Laura Hillenbrand |
| Athletes | Cathy Freeman, Usain Bolt |
| Actor | Shah Rukh Khan |
| Writer | Haruki Murakami |
| Travel Destinations | Budapest, Istanbul, San Francisco |
Facts
- She enjoys reading and traveling.
- Her passion for sports began at the age of eight, participating in various sports throughout school.
- At 11, she discovered her love for athletics, turning professional at 14.
- In 2003, during high school, she won two gold medals (100m and 400m) and a silver medal (shot put) at the ICSE Athletics Meet, leading to her being scouted by Adidas.
- A bike accident in the late 2000s resulted in partial paralysis, but she overcame this significant challenge.
- While she had initially dreamed of competing in the Olympics, her injuries prevented this.
- She’s allergic to soy/lecithin.
- She is friends with actor Ali Fazal.
- She has worked as a body double for Deepika Padukone and Kareena Kapoor.
- She’s actively involved in environmental advocacy.
