“I am a staunch advocate of holistic health and wellness,” Bismark explained. “And I walk my talk! I work out, do yoga asasnas (poses), go cycling and swim.”
Bismark incorporates “rip:60” and kettlebells into weekly workouts as they contribute to his flexibility and strength. MapMyRide is an app he utilizes when he’s cycling. The mobile device tracks fitness activities and includes a training log that records duration, distance, pace, speed, elevation and calories burned.
Yoga is a way of life to Bismark; he both lives and teaches it. Because he is a yoga master at the Singapore School of Meditation and Yoga, he continues to learn about the practice. One book he recently read is “Anatomy of Yoga: An Instructor’s Inside Guide to Improving Your Poses” by Dr. Abigail Ellsworth. The book provides detailed visual references and explains the basics of yoga, breathing and the spine.
Another vital element of yoga is meditation. Bismark has found SoundCloud a great tool for uploading and sharing his mantras and bhanjans chants.
To ensure his mind is as sharp and healthy as his body, Bismark utilizes Luminosity. This web-based application is scientifically designed to work out all aspects of the brain using fun scientific games that can be played on any device. He utilizes it at least 15 minutes a day, everyday.
“I believe in the importance of immersing ourselves in as many physical and mental activities as we can,” said Bismark. “Aside from the fact that activities keep us fit, they also help us conquer self-doubts and fears, to achieve the best version of ourselves.”
About Joseph Bismark
A founding Director of the QI Group, Joseph Bismark assumed the role of Group Managing Director in December 2008. A talented, dynamic and versatile leader, Joseph Bismark lives by the adage "everyone has the potential to do extraordinary things." Joseph Bismark has actively pursued an innate thirst for knowledge, and excelled in his various interests as a vedic philosopher, yoga instructor, bonsai master and martial arts enthusiast.
About QI Group
The QI Group of Companies is a multinational conglomerate comprising a dynamic group of businesses with regional offices in Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia and a wide range of subsidiary companies in nearly 30 countries. The Group has six main business lines diversified into telecommunications, lifestyle & leisure, luxury & collectibles, training and conference management, property development and an e-commerce based retail & direct sales business. The Group has recently ventured into the education sector with the establishment of a University in Perak state in Malaysia.
The constantly evolving group has also invested in the hospitality segment in Sri Lanka, India, The Philippines, Thailand, South Africa and Turkey through a range of spa, resorts and boutique hotels. The QI Group is a member of the Commonwealth Business Council and a Global Growth Company member of the World Economic Forum. Please visit www.qigroup.com for further details.
