10 Most Popular Fitness Influencers in Singapore – 2024
Posted on: January 19, 2024
In recent years, the online fitspo community has grown exponentially, with Instagram becoming one of the Internet’s largest platforms for health and fitness. Driving this development is a group of fitness influencers, who have transformed the wellness industry through their diverse workout routines and fitness advice.
From weight training to Yoga, these influencers share their fitness journey in an authentic and personal manner, and are the perfect inspiration for individuals looking to lead a more active lifestyle. Brands working with them, therefore, can benefit from their vast following and loyalty.
In this article, we will take a look at 10 of Singapore’s top fitness influencers today.
1. Cheryl Tay (@cheryltaysg)
First on the list is Cheryl Tay, a fitness influencer and triathlete with over 58,000 followers on Instagram.
Cheryl shares her love for exercise—from swimming and cycling to Crossfit training—as well as her participation in marathons and triathlons on social media.
Above all else, Cheryl emphasises the importance of self-love. Her experience as a teenager struggling with body dysmorphia had caused her to fixate on her body’s perceived flaws and use exercise as a punishment. Now, however, Cheryl champions active living and being comfortable in one’s own skin: fitness isn’t about how you look—it’s about how you feel.
As such, she created Rock The Naked Truth in 2016, a social cause and body positivity movement seeking to support others suffering from eating disorders.
2. Sandra Riley (@rriley)
You might be familiar with Sandra Riley (or RRILEY) from her involvement in chart-topping Singaporean band The Sam Willows. However, that’s not all she is known for—Sandra is also a popular female fitness influencer boasting over 83,000 followers on Instagram.
Her passion for Yoga led her to found the Yoga Collective, a home-concept Yoga studio perfect for all individuals, from beginners to seasoned fitness practitioners.
In her free time, she participates in Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, rock climbing, and CrossFit.
3. Georgina Poh (@sugarrandspice)
With over 113,000 followers on Instagram, Georgina Poh is a fitness influencer, certified personal trainer, and an ambassador for Nutrifirst and Nike. On top of all these, she also represented Singapore in the 2015 Influencer Asia event.
Through her workout routine videos and healthy eating tips, Georgina hopes to track her fitness journey and share her passion for exercise.
4. Denise Keller (@denisekellerofficial)
A producer, presenter, and fitness influencer with over 120,000 followers on Instagram, Denise Keller has definitely made her mark in Singapore’s entertainment industry. She is also a certified Yoga instructor who has undergone Pre-natal training with Michelle Papa and Yoga Medicine training with Dr. Tiffany Cruikshank.
Denise has participated in Yoga events like the TLC Festival at Gardens by the Bay and the Kutching Fringe Festival, as well as charity Yoga like AWARE Women’s Month Yoga. In hopes of spreading the joy and benefits of the exercise, she has also decided to teach Yoga to those in high-stress corporate jobs.
As someone who believes that Yoga does not have to be intense and monotonous, Denise always makes sure to incorporate music, humour, and personal charm into her classes and events.
5. Tyen Rasif (@tyenrasif)
If you followed Clicknetwork, you might know Tyen Rasif, formerly the host of the popular No Sweat series. She now has over 171,000 followers on Instagram.
Tyen, who once struggled with an eating disorder, sees fitness as a means of overcoming personal battles and improving her mental and physical health. Now, she is a personal trainer and bodybuilder who combines fitness with fun on her social media.
She also shares various health tips, including healthy and convenient meal prep ideas.
6. Tong Jia En (@iamjiaen)
Next on the list is Miss Universe Singapore 2018’s runner-up, Tong Jia En, who currently has about 122,000 followers on Instagram. Besides being a popular fitness influencer who shares fitness tips and content, Jia En is also a cycling and Pilates trainer at Asia’s largest rhythm cycling studio, Absolute Cycle Singapore.
Moreover, she launched her own swimwear label, Soarakini, in 2017 to provide premium yet affordable bikinis for other beach lovers.
7. Jasmine Danker (@jasminedanker)
With over 20,800 followers on Instagram, Jasmine Danker is considered one of the top fitness influencers in Singapore.
Jasmine is also a certified personal trainer from the Australia Strength and Conditioning Academy, America Council of Exercise, and National Academy of Sports, who shares trustworthy and reliable fitness content. In addition, she is the co-founder and senior coach at Strength Clinic Academy, which provides physiotherapy, personal training, and customised nutrition.
Furthermore, if you’re expecting or going through postpartum, you can find workout content and light exercises that help your pregnant or after-birth body feel better and healthier.
8. Kirstie Gannaway (@kirstiegannaway)
Professional auto-weight fighter and martial instructor Kirstie Gannaway has garnered over 24,100 followers on Instagram over the years and is proof that women are more than capable of thriving in male-dominated sports like boxing.
She made her boxing debut in the 2014 Singapore Women’s Championship and was later the second female MMA fighter to receive an invite to Evolve Fight Team. On top of this, she practices wrestling, kickboxing, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
9. Natalie Yeo (@nattylifts)
For those looking to build a dreamy summer body, Natalie Yeo is the perfect influencer to follow.
The popular Singaporean fitness blogger, who has over 27,800 followers on Instagram, primarily focuses on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and weight training. When she is not practising her primary training, Natalie also participates in Yoga. The combination of these exercises will ensure that you can build a lean physique.
Natalie also works with fitness brands like Nutrition Depot.
10. Regine Sum (@xoregine)
Regine Sum is a newer name with about 4.481 followers on Instagram. She is a certified personal trainer and a nutrition coach who believes that you don’t need to give up on good food just to live healthy—in fact, Regine is the founder of Nasty Cookies, which offers decadent cookies that are a treat to the eyes and the palate.
Work With Female Fitness Influencers
Over the years, these fitness influencers have made a name for themselves in the fitness and wellness industry with their motivational content and workout routines. As most influencers are non-celebrities sharing their personal fitness journey, they have become many individuals’ go-to source for fitness advice.
When you work with a fitness influencer in Singapore and leverage their influence, you can tap on their personal brand and unique reach. Therefore, you can encourage greater engagement and boost your social media presence.
