• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Go to Expat Living Hong Kong
Get our Newsletter

Lifestyle Guide To Moving To & Living in Singapore - Expat Living HomepageLifestyle Guide To Moving To & Living in Singapore - Expat Living

Moving to Singapore and not sure where to start? Expat Living is the essential lifestyle guide to living in Singapore.

Login Pelcro Shop

Menu
  • Living in Singapore
      • Living here
      • Neighbourhood Guides
      • Schools
      • Property
      • Work & Finance
      • For Guys
      • Environment
      • Readers’ Choice Awards
        • Singapore History – Trivia & Things!
        • co-curricular activitiesAustralian International School turns 30: new facilities & more!
        • What’s On: Things to do, what’s new and more
        • horoscopes for julyMonthly Horoscopes – June 2023!
      • View all
    Close
  • Things To Do
      • Things to do
      • EL Events
      • Calendar
      • Competitions
      • Noticeboard
        • What we are listening to: Great podcasts, Music and more!
        • Great books: What to read this month
        • What to watch (or not!): Netflix series, TV and movies
        • horoscopes for julyMonthly Horoscopes – June 2023!
      • View all
    Close
  • Kids
      • Enrichment
      • Kids Things To Do
      • Mums & Babies
      • Schools
      • Tots & Toddlers
      • Tweens & Teens
        • co-curricular activitiesAustralian International School turns 30: new facilities & more!
        • Portrait photography in Singapore: the best studios in town
        • Fabulous Father’s Day Present Ideas & Things to Do
        • character developmentAuthentic American education at XCL American Academy
      • View all
    Close
  • Homes
      • Home Decor
      • Readers’ Homes
      • Furniture
        • Home News: New furniture, home décor & services
        • Fabulous dinnerware, crockery and tableware in Singapore!
        • Heveya best mattress and bedsheetsBest mattresses in Singapore – for the best sleep!
        • candles in singapore with essential oilsCandles with essential oils – the perfect gift!
      • View all
    Close
  • Travel
      • Australasia
      • Rest Of The World
        • Holiday in Thailand resort on the beachTwo destinations for a holiday in Thailand
        • Travel News & Hotel Deals
        • Things to do in Dubai with familyHave some fun at one of the best hotels in Dubai
        • Beach holiday resortsFancy a long weekend getaway at a beach resort?
      • View all
    Close
  • Wine & Dine
      • Asian Cuisine
      • Western Cuisine
      • Bars & Clubs
      • Groceries & Speciality Services
      • Recipes & Classes
        • New Nibbles: Foodie news!
        • Hydration: Drinking water for good health
        • 16 of the best breakfast spots in Singapore!
        • good chai people F&B SingaporeMeet Radio DJ, F&B Entrepreneur & First-time-Dad
      • View all
    Close
  • Style & Beauty
      • Fashion
      • Hair & Beauty
        • anti-frizz hair treatmentFrizzy hair treatments – from keratin to hair botox!
        • Beauty news: New beauty products, makeup and more!
        • Fashion News and Sales in Singapore!
        • JulietteC sandals and beachwearResort wear & beachwear that’s cool and casual
      • View all
    Close
  • Health & Fitness
      • Dental
      • Fitness
      • Medical
      • Wellness
        • Health News: What’s up!
        • candles in singapore with essential oilsCandles with essential oils – the perfect gift!
        • Top personal trainers in Singapore
        • Hydration: Drinking water for good health
      • View all
    Close
  • Shop
    • PRINT MAGAZINE
    • DIGITAL MAGAZINE
    • Close

Q&A with fitness influencer Brie Benfell

14th October 2021 by Louisa Lim 3 Min Read

https://expatliving.sg/fitness-influencer-singapore-brie-benfell-shares-her-workout-routine/

Before BRIE BENFELL became a fitness influencer and mum-of-all-trades, she was singing and dancing her way through life – first as a little girl and then as Marilyn Monroe at Universal Studios Singapore! However, much has changed for this American-born, UK-raised lass since her daughter Theadora was born more than a year ago. After emerging from the strife of new motherhood – with everything from anal fissures to weight gain as battle scars – Brie went on to develop a workout routine that puts the rest of us to shame and launch The Anjea Way and also Thrive Fitness SG, to help others with their body transformation.

Today, the fitness influencer is racking up thousands of views just by flexing on IG in gym wear and matching co-ords with her little one. Here, she shares her workout routine and top tips for looking fit and fab – even if one likes to indulge in a bit of Shake Shack!

Describe yourself and your foray into fitness. I grew up dancing, and staying fit and healthy has always been a priority from a very young age. It’s now a huge passion of mine. I’ve launched The Anjea Way to guide mothers through their pre- and postnatal journeys, as well as Thrive Fitness SG, a company offering personal training services.

Fitness influencer Brie Benfell

What brought you to Singapore?

My work. I auditioned in Los Angeles for a contract at Universal Studios Singapore. I booked the job and moved soon after with the love of my life, Matthew. That was six years ago. Today, I’m also an actor, presenter and entrepreneur.

Congrats on being a fitness influencer and a new mom! What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learnt since having your daughter?

Thank you so much! I respect my time more than ever before since Thea came along. Things that once were so important to me like my career, for instance, aren’t anymore (and vice versa). Success is still important but family comes first.

So I have re-evaluated things in my life and have made many changes for the better. It feels incredible and I have my little angel to thank for that!

What does a typical day look like for you?

I always start my day with an early morning walk in the Botanic Gardens with my daughter and treat myself to an iced latte. It always puts me in the right mindset for the day. If I’m not working on many projects or focused on business, you’ll find me singing and dancing with my daughter or taking her on adventures around Singapore.

What are some of your favourite spots in SG to get your sweat on?

I am a little biased but – apart from the Botanic Gardens – Thrive Fitness SG is my favourite place! My body transformation after giving birth is something I never thought was possible but I have never felt stronger.

I also love Pilates by VIVA because incorporating Pilates into my workout routine helped with my postpartum recovery too. It’s the most beautiful studio in Singapore.

How do you stay in shape as a fitness influencer and what’s your workout routine like?

I put an hour aside each day for working out, and I do that about five times a week! I do it for my health and to stay as strong as possible. I eat well but I always treat myself (I love my Shake Shack and wine). You can have the best of both worlds, in moderation of course! I love weight training, reformer Pilates, boxing and yoga.

 workout routine of fitness influencer Brie Benfell

What’s your advice for someone who’s about to embark on their fitness journey?

If you can afford it, I recommend finding a personal trainer. You’ll learn the correct technique, watch your strength grow with each session and gain a skill from it. I also recommend finding a friend to start your journey with you. It’s great when you have someone that can help you be accountable, and you can keep each other’s spirits up and inspire one another throughout your journey.

What’s the first thing you’ll do, post-COVID?

Our families have yet to meet our daughter so we plan on seeing them. What an emotional, unforgettable reunion that will be – it’s something I think about every single day!

fitness influencer Brie Benfell workout routine

What’s next?

Being a mum has inspired me to support other mums out there. So I am really excited to launch Anjea, an online trimester-based programme with expert-led advice and guidance on workout routines, nutrition, physiotherapy and much more!

Follow fitness influencer Brie Benfell on IG: @briebenfell


This article first appeared in the October 2021 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase the
latest issue or subscribe, so you never miss a copy!

Get the latest events, stories and special offers sent to your inbox
Get the latest events, stories and special offers sent to your inbox

Categories: Living here Living in Singapore Tags: Brie Benfell British Expat

Louisa Lim

Former journalist Louisa has been living in Singapore with her husband and two boys for the past five years. She loves adventure travel (Trans-Siberian Express, anyone?), bath bombs and game nights. She hopes to work with minority communities in remote locations one day but is currently writing about fashion and beauty to fund her online shopping addiction.

You May Also Like

co-curricular activities

Australian International School turns 30: new facilities & more!

Singtel Dash money transfers

This easy-to-use app makes overseas money transfers a breeze

character development

Authentic American education at XCL American Academy

Primary Sidebar

  • Competitions
  • Noticeboard
  • Subscribe
  • About
  • advertise
  • Contact
  • Privacy

© 2023 Expat Living Singapore, All Rights Reserved.