Kaz Crossley - The New Gym King Ambassador

We’re really excited to announce Kaz Crossley as Gym Kings newest ambassador. Kaz embodies our core values, resilient in handling online pressures with ease, a strong mindset, always giving everything 100%, and continually puts her followers / community first. We asked Kaz 17 questions, ranging from love island to Muay Thai. 

Hi Kaz, thank you so much for speaking with us!

Q: A few quick ones to start, for people who may not know you, how would you describe yourself best in 3 words?

A: My friends would agree, I’m very honest, loving and defo spontaneous!

Q: Spontaneity is one of the best qualities! So what does your morning routine look like?

A: As soon as I wake up I need my COFFEEEE!

Q: We fully support that! Who would you say is your biggest inspiration?

A: My biggest inspiration are my kids in Thailand, they teach me to be happy and grateful everyday

Q: If you didn’t know, Kaz had set up a Go Get Funding page for Watthana, which helps at-risk youth change their path in life. If you’d like to read more about it, click here.

So going back to the start, what was life before Love Island like? 

A: It was fun! I used to party, and go out quite a lot. I also travelled a lot!

Q: Do you still do freelance makeup from time to time?

A: No, I only help my friends occasionally, I enjoy that though

Q: I bet they enjoy it as much as you do! What's one beauty hack that has stayed with you over the years?

A: I do love bio-oil, I put it everywhere even on my face before bed!

Q: That’s one we’re going to have to add into our routine! How did Love Island approach you? And how was the experience in 3 words?

A: They approached me on Instagram, but I was in Thailand so I did my interview over Skype! Three words; SURREAL, CRAZY, LIFE CHANGING

Q: Do you think Love Island has changed over the years? Would you still go on the show now in comparison to when you were asked to?

A: I think it has changed just like anything would do over a long period of time, but yes I would still go on it as I do think it's still a once in a lifetime opportunity. 

Q: After the show, how did you handle the pressure and exposure that came with being a part of it?

A: It was so hard to handle it, I was in shock for about a month. Looking back now it all feels like a blur!

Q: We can’t even imagine! We read that before you went on the show you went travelling to Thailand. What was your favourite thing about it?

A: The food, the people, all the different islands… There’s so much to explore, it's really beautiful!

Q:  Bit of a change in topic, what has it been like going through different career paths in a short amount of time? And is there any advice you would give to aspiring business owners from what you’ve learnt through KazBands?

A: Honestly its been a journey but I am so happy to be where I am now! I’ve realised that you need to do what makes you happy. It’s so important. And when you find something you’re really passionate about, everyday won’t even feel like work!

Q: Going back to Watthana, Muay Thai is a big part of your life. How did you get into it?

A: I went through a breakup, and decided to get my butt to training camp in Thailand (obvs haha). Thailand was my happy place, but I didn’t realise how much it would make me fall in love with Muay Thai. 

A: I had been following @watthanaya on Insta for a while, the kids were so inspiring and they train so hard. I reached out to Frances to come and visit and the rest is history!

Q: After the page reaches its goal (which it has!) and the house is built, what will be the next steps for them and the children?

A: I want to make a community that the kids and their families can earn a living in. I'm hoping to next build volunteer housing, so people can volunteer, visit and maybe teach English. The volunteers could also pay for training at the gym. I want to make it sustainable for them, and for generations to come. 

Q: We can’t wait to see all of this come together. How do you stay motivated and keep a work - life balance with everything you do?

A: Not everyday is easy, sometimes I do find it hard to stay motivated. Life has many distractions,  and can throw you off balance. The main thing is staying in the right direction, I take every day as it comes :) 

Q: That’s a quote to live by! If you could say one thing to your followers what would it be?

A: Happiness doesn’t result from what we get, but from what we give! I would also like to thank everyone who has supported my journey and is still following me three years on :) 

Q: Finally, what does the future hold for Kaz Crossley?

A: Of course I want to expand my KazBands business, and branch out into different things! In the near future, I would like to start a community empowering women through Muay Thai. It is a very male dominated spot and a lot of girls message me hoping to start, but not having the confidence to do so. I hope to give more people confidence, as they are missing out on an amazing sport!