Skateboarding Pioneer Julius Brian Siswojo Discusses Fitness Through Sport and Diet
South China Morning Post reports that skateboarding pioneer Julius Brian Siswojo credits the sport and dietary adjustments with helping him maintain fitness into his fifties, while also noting his background in hip-hop and his journey from Jakarta to Hong Kong.
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According to the South China Morning Post, skateboarding pioneer Julius Brian Siswojo has discussed how his involvement in skateboarding and changes to his diet have contributed to his fitness as he enters his fifties. Siswojo is recognized not only for his advocacy of skateboarding in Hong Kong but also for co-founding the city's initial hip-hop group, 24Herbs.
The 52-year-old, who has been skateboarding since 1988, is aware of the negative stereotypes linked to the culture, such as the perception of rebellious youth causing disturbances late at night. Siswojo maintains a focus on a healthy lifestyle, stating that he does not consume alcohol, smoke, or use drugs, a commitment he maintains for himself and his family.
Siswojo's background includes being born in Jakarta, Indonesia, and relocating to Hong Kong in 1985 when he was 11 years old. This move was at the insistence of his mother, who wished to secure a superior education for him and his older sister. He stated that because his parents faced significant difficulty covering living costs, he felt a need to ensure they felt proud of their decision to move.
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