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	Joan Liew is a ~~professional~~ Singaporean bodybuilder and fitness coach.<ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref> She is well-known in the bodybuilding community for her long-standing participation in the sport, boasting numerous titles like her 1st placing at the 2016 Arnold Classic Asia (Hong Kong) Women’s Physique Open.<ref>@joanmeowy. “[https://www.instagram.com/p/BJY7jsaAmAo/ Winning the Arnold Classic Asia - Hong Kong, Women’s Physique Open 2016]”. ''Instagram''. August 22, 2016. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref> Joan Liew is the first Singaporean to receive the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Pro Card.<ref>Low, Lin Fhoong. “[https://www.todayonline.com/sports/joan-liew-first-singaporean-bodybuilder-earn-ifbb-pro-card Joan Liew is first Singaporean bodybuilder to earn IFBB Pro card]”. ''Today''. January 24, 2017. Accessed on 12 November 2019.</ref> Joan has been featured in the Singapore Book of Records as the “Top Woman Bodybuilder in Asia”.<ref>“[https://singaporerecords.com/sports/ Sports]”. ''Singapore Book Of Records''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref>		Joan Liew is a Singaporean bodybuilder and fitness coach.<ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref> She is well-known in the bodybuilding community for her long-standing participation in the sport, boasting numerous titles like her 1st placing at the 2016 Arnold Classic Asia (Hong Kong) Women’s Physique Open.<ref>@joanmeowy. “[https://www.instagram.com/p/BJY7jsaAmAo/ Winning the Arnold Classic Asia - Hong Kong, Women’s Physique Open 2016]”. ''Instagram''. August 22, 2016. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref> Joan Liew is the first Singaporean to receive the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Pro Card.<ref>Low, Lin Fhoong. “[https://www.todayonline.com/sports/joan-liew-first-singaporean-bodybuilder-earn-ifbb-pro-card Joan Liew is first Singaporean bodybuilder to earn IFBB Pro card]”. ''Today''. January 24, 2017. Accessed on 12 November 2019.</ref> Joan has been featured in the Singapore Book of Records as the “Top Woman Bodybuilder in Asia”.<ref>“[https://singaporerecords.com/sports/ Sports]”. ''Singapore Book Of Records''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref>

	==Background==		==Background==

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	===Bodybuilding===		===Bodybuilding===
			[[File:Joan and Augustine.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew and her ex-trainer turned business partner, Augustine. Photo from [https://secondfocus.blog/2017/09/04/from-singapore/ Second Focus Blog].'']]
	Joan started bodybuilding after being captivated by the physique of a female bodybuilder. She had first spotted the image on the cover of Joe Weider’s Muscle & Fitness magazine at a second-hand bookstore.<ref>Alex Michael Betts. "“[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Qf5ysPk_Kk This Sport Does Not Take Away Your Femininity as a Woman" says Joan Liew, First IFBB Pro]”. ''YouTube''. September 19, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Joan started bodybuilding after being captivated by the physique of a female bodybuilder. She had first spotted the image on the cover of Joe Weider’s Muscle & Fitness magazine at a second-hand bookstore.<ref>Alex Michael Betts. "“[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Qf5ysPk_Kk This Sport Does Not Take Away Your Femininity as a Woman" says Joan Liew, First IFBB Pro]”. ''YouTube''. September 19, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>

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	===Fitness Factory (2005) & The Mill (2010)===		===Fitness Factory (2005) & The Mill (2010)===
	[[File:Joan and Augustine.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan ~~Liew~~ and ~~her ex~~-~~trainer turned business partner, Augustine~~. Photo from [https://~~secondfocus~~.~~blog/2017/09/04/from-singapore~~/ ~~Second Focus Blog~~].'']]		[[File:Fitness Factory Joan and Augustine.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan and Augustine are the co-founders of Fitness Factory. Photo from [https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/ Fitness Factory].'']]
	In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>		In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>

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	==Background==		==Background==
	[[File:Joan Liew 2.png\|alt=Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).'' ''Photo from [https://www.scoopnest.com/user/YahooSG/446867300969218048-from-left-to-right-in-20-years-the-picture-story-of-singaporean-bodybuilding-champ-joan-liew Scoopnest].''\|273x273px]]
	Born as Joan Liew Lee Ting on 30 January 1976 to Liew Khooi Song and Agnes Chow, Joan is the youngest in the family.<ref>Foo, Alvin. “Muscles outside but Joan’s all woman inside”. The Straits Times. September 4, 2002. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> A cat-lover and a Hello Kitty collector, Joan is also a member of Sanrio Singapore.<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Born as Joan Liew Lee Ting on 30 January 1976 to Liew Khooi Song and Agnes Chow, Joan is the youngest in the family.<ref>Foo, Alvin. “Muscles outside but Joan’s all woman inside”. The Straits Times. September 4, 2002. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> A cat-lover and a Hello Kitty collector, Joan is also a member of Sanrio Singapore.<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>
	===Education===		===Education===
			[[File:Joan Liew transformation.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew in 2014 (right).'' ''Photo from [https://www.scoopnest.com/user/YahooSG/446867300969218048-from-left-to-right-in-20-years-the-picture-story-of-singaporean-bodybuilding-champ-joan-liew Scoopnest].'']]
	Joan Liew went to CHIJ Secondary School and Catholic Junior College. In 1999, she obtained a Diploma in Sports and Wellness Management from Nanyang Polytechnic as part of the pioneer batch for the course.<ref>Foo, Alvin. “Muscles outside but Joan’s all woman inside”. ''The Straits Times''. September 4, 2002. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva. </ref> Joan furthered her studies in marketing at the University of Western Australia. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce in 2004.<ref>Shree Ann Matthavan. “Sports discipline help her study for degree”. ''The New Paper''. February 11, 2006. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> Joan has an additional diploma in Health Studies (Nutrition).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/fisaf-team/ FISAF TEAM]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Joan Liew went to CHIJ Secondary School and Catholic Junior College. In 1999, she obtained a Diploma in Sports and Wellness Management from Nanyang Polytechnic as part of the pioneer batch for the course.<ref>Foo, Alvin. “Muscles outside but Joan’s all woman inside”. ''The Straits Times''. September 4, 2002. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva. </ref> Joan furthered her studies in marketing at the University of Western Australia. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce in 2004.<ref>Shree Ann Matthavan. “Sports discipline help her study for degree”. ''The New Paper''. February 11, 2006. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> Joan has an additional diploma in Health Studies (Nutrition).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/fisaf-team/ FISAF TEAM]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>

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	For her meal plans, Joan adjusts her intake daily according to her caloric requirement. During off-season periods, she consumes 5 to 6 meals in a day. She sticks to complex carbohydrates and low-glycemic (low GI) foods. Her protein intake comprises of chicken, fish, beef, eggs and protein shakes.<ref>“[https://metropolitant.com/2017/02/13/metropolitants-fitspiration-ifbb-pro-joan-liew/ METROPOLITANT’S FITSPIRATION – IFBB PRO, JOAN LIEW]”. ''Metropolitant''. February 13, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		For her meal plans, Joan adjusts her intake daily according to her caloric requirement. During off-season periods, she consumes 5 to 6 meals in a day. She sticks to complex carbohydrates and low-glycemic (low GI) foods. Her protein intake comprises of chicken, fish, beef, eggs and protein shakes.<ref>“[https://metropolitant.com/2017/02/13/metropolitants-fitspiration-ifbb-pro-joan-liew/ METROPOLITANT’S FITSPIRATION – IFBB PRO, JOAN LIEW]”. ''Metropolitant''. February 13, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>
	==Career highlights==		==Career highlights==
	[[File:Joan Liew 3.jpg\|alt=Book cover for The Skinny Sumo Wrestler\|thumb\|''Front cover of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™ book. Photo from [https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Channel NewsAsia].''\|250x250px]]
	Joan has been an adjunct lecturer at her alma mater, Nanyang Polytechnic, since 2014.<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/fisaf-team/ FISAF TEAM]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.facebook.com/pg/JoanLiew.AsiaPage/about/ Joan Liew IFBB Pro - About]”. ''Facebook''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> In 2018, she was appointed the ambassador for ''ActiFit Asia.'' Joan is also on the board of advisors for FitnessSG and previously, SHAPE magazine.<ref>“[https://www.actifitasia.com.sg/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/actiFIT-Seminars-by-FitnessSG-Prospectus.pdf ActiFit Asia 2018]”. ''ActiFit Asia''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnesssg.org/our-advisors/ Our Advisors New — FitnessSG]”. ''Fitness SG''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Joan has been an adjunct lecturer at her alma mater, Nanyang Polytechnic, since 2014.<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/fisaf-team/ FISAF TEAM]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.facebook.com/pg/JoanLiew.AsiaPage/about/ Joan Liew IFBB Pro - About]”. ''Facebook''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> In 2018, she was appointed the ambassador for ''ActiFit Asia.'' Joan is also on the board of advisors for FitnessSG and previously, SHAPE magazine.<ref>“[https://www.actifitasia.com.sg/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/actiFIT-Seminars-by-FitnessSG-Prospectus.pdf ActiFit Asia 2018]”. ''ActiFit Asia''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnesssg.org/our-advisors/ Our Advisors New — FitnessSG]”. ''Fitness SG''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>

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	===Fitness Factory (2005) & The Mill (2010)===		===Fitness Factory (2005) & The Mill (2010)===
	[[File:Joan ~~Liew 4~~.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew ~~(left) with~~ Augustine ~~Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym~~. Photo from [https://~~www~~.~~instagram.com~~/p/~~BMJGAkiAdm7~~/ ~~Joan Liew's Instagram~~]''~~.\|alt=Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym.\|250x250px~~]]		[[File:Joan and Augustine.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew and her ex-trainer turned business partner, Augustine. Photo from [https://secondfocus.blog/2017/09/04/from-singapore/ Second Focus Blog].'']]
	In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>		In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>

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	==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==		==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==
	[[File:Joan Liew ~~6.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew posing at the~~ IFBB Hurricane Pro ~~Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (~~2018).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew posing ~~at the~~ IFBB Hurricane Pro ~~Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (~~2018). Photo from [~~http~~://~~contests~~.~~npcnewsonline~~.com/~~contests~~/~~2018~~/~~ifbb_hurricane_pro~~/~~joan_liew~~/ ~~NPC News Online~~].''~~\|375x375px~~]]		[[File:Joan Liew IFBB Hurricane Pro 2018.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew posing for IFBB Hurricane Pro 2018. Photo from [https://www.facebook.com/821194047961719/posts/singapore-muscle-goddess-joan-liew/2270608919686884/ Facebook].'']]
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	==Background==		==Background==
	[[File:Joan Liew 2.png\|alt=Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).'' ''Photo from [https://www.scoopnest.com/user/YahooSG/446867300969218048-from-left-to-right-in-20-years-the-picture-story-of-singaporean-bodybuilding-champ-joan-liew Scoopnest].''\|273x273px]]		[[File:Joan Liew 2.png\|alt=Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).'' ''Photo from [https://www.scoopnest.com/user/YahooSG/446867300969218048-from-left-to-right-in-20-years-the-picture-story-of-singaporean-bodybuilding-champ-joan-liew Scoopnest].''\|273x273px]]
	~~''Source \| Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right)''~~		Born as Joan Liew Lee Ting on 30 January 1976 to Liew Khooi Song and Agnes Chow, Joan is the youngest in the family.<ref>Foo, Alvin. “Muscles outside but Joan’s all woman inside”. The Straits Times. September 4, 2002. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> A cat-lover and a Hello Kitty collector, Joan is also a member of Sanrio Singapore.<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>

	Born as Joan Liew Lee Ting on 30 January 1976 to Liew Khooi Song ~~(Father)~~ and Agnes Chow ~~(Mother)~~, Joan is the youngest in the family.<ref>Foo, Alvin. “Muscles outside but Joan’s all woman inside”. The Straits Times. September 4, 2002. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> A cat-lover and a Hello Kitty collector, Joan is also a member of Sanrio Singapore.<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>

	===Education===		===Education===
	Joan Liew went to CHIJ Secondary School and Catholic Junior College. In 1999, she obtained a Diploma in Sports and Wellness Management from Nanyang Polytechnic as part of the pioneer batch for the course.<ref>Foo, Alvin. “Muscles outside but Joan’s all woman inside”. ''The Straits Times''. September 4, 2002. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva. </ref> Joan furthered her studies in marketing at the University of Western Australia. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce in 2004.<ref>Shree Ann Matthavan. “Sports discipline help her study for degree”. ''The New Paper''. February 11, 2006. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> Joan has an additional diploma in Health Studies (Nutrition).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/fisaf-team/ FISAF TEAM]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Joan Liew went to CHIJ Secondary School and Catholic Junior College. In 1999, she obtained a Diploma in Sports and Wellness Management from Nanyang Polytechnic as part of the pioneer batch for the course.<ref>Foo, Alvin. “Muscles outside but Joan’s all woman inside”. ''The Straits Times''. September 4, 2002. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva. </ref> Joan furthered her studies in marketing at the University of Western Australia. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce in 2004.<ref>Shree Ann Matthavan. “Sports discipline help her study for degree”. ''The New Paper''. February 11, 2006. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> Joan has an additional diploma in Health Studies (Nutrition).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/fisaf-team/ FISAF TEAM]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>
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	===Childhood===		===Childhood===
	When she was 8 years old, Joan had stumbled upon a book titled “Keep Fit” during a field trip to the library. Intrigued by the cover image of a woman dressed in a 70s-looking leotard and legwarmers, she went ahead to borrow the book.<ref>Priscilla. “[http://www.prischew.com/interviews/female-bodybuilding-singapore-joan-liew/ Female Bodybuilding in Singapore: Interview With Joan Liew]”. ''Pris Chew''. April 19, 2014. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		When she was 8 years old, Joan had stumbled upon a book titled “Keep Fit” during a field trip to the library. Intrigued by the cover image of a woman dressed in a 70s-looking leotard and legwarmers, she went ahead to borrow the book.<ref>Priscilla. “[http://www.prischew.com/interviews/female-bodybuilding-singapore-joan-liew/ Female Bodybuilding in Singapore: Interview With Joan Liew]”. ''Pris Chew''. April 19, 2014. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>


	A year later, Joan tried a Lat Pulldown machine for the first time. 9-year-old Joan had been at a friend’s condominium for a birthday party. Curious of her surroundings, she had made her way into the gym facility. This first encounter reportedly inspired her to pursue weight training in the future. <ref>Priscilla. “[http://www.prischew.com/interviews/female-bodybuilding-singapore-joan-liew/ Female Bodybuilding in Singapore: Interview With Joan Liew]”. ''Pris Chew''. April 19, 2014. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		A year later, Joan tried a Lat Pulldown machine for the first time. 9-year-old Joan had been at a friend’s condominium for a birthday party. Curious of her surroundings, she had made her way into the gym facility. This first encounter reportedly inspired her to pursue weight training in the future. <ref>Priscilla. “[http://www.prischew.com/interviews/female-bodybuilding-singapore-joan-liew/ Female Bodybuilding in Singapore: Interview With Joan Liew]”. ''Pris Chew''. April 19, 2014. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>
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	===Bodybuilding===		===Bodybuilding===
	Joan started bodybuilding after being captivated by the physique of a female bodybuilder. She had first spotted the image on the cover of Joe Weider’s Muscle & Fitness magazine at a second-hand bookstore.<ref>Alex Michael Betts. "“[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Qf5ysPk_Kk This Sport Does Not Take Away Your Femininity as a Woman" says Joan Liew, First IFBB Pro]”. ''YouTube''. September 19, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Joan started bodybuilding after being captivated by the physique of a female bodybuilder. She had first spotted the image on the cover of Joe Weider’s Muscle & Fitness magazine at a second-hand bookstore.<ref>Alex Michael Betts. "“[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Qf5ysPk_Kk This Sport Does Not Take Away Your Femininity as a Woman" says Joan Liew, First IFBB Pro]”. ''YouTube''. September 19, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>


	Motivated to achieve a similar physique, Joan increased her training load. She expanded her knowledge of training and dieting through fitness articles and magazines. Immediately after completing her GCE ‘A’ Level examinations, Joan signed up for a gym membership with Bronx Master (now defunct).<ref>Alex Michael Betts. "“[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Qf5ysPk_Kk This Sport Does Not Take Away Your Femininity as a Woman" says Joan Liew, First IFBB Pro]”. ''YouTube''. September 19, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Motivated to achieve a similar physique, Joan increased her training load. She expanded her knowledge of training and dieting through fitness articles and magazines. Immediately after completing her GCE ‘A’ Level examinations, Joan signed up for a gym membership with Bronx Master (now defunct).<ref>Alex Michael Betts. "“[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Qf5ysPk_Kk This Sport Does Not Take Away Your Femininity as a Woman" says Joan Liew, First IFBB Pro]”. ''YouTube''. September 19, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>


	After 6 months of little progress under another coach, Joan approached the esteemed bodybuilding champion, Augustine Lee, to train her. After training for 7 years, Joan entered her debut competition in 2000. She won 1st place in the Asian Women’s Bodybuilding Championship, heavyweight category.<ref>Swetha Sundararajan. “[https://www.tnp.sg/sports/others/liew-first-singaporean-bodybuilder-receive-ifbb-pro-card Liew first Singaporean bodybuilder to receive IFBB Pro Card]”. ''The New Paper''. January 24, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		After 6 months of little progress under another coach, Joan approached the esteemed bodybuilding champion, Augustine Lee, to train her. After training for 7 years, Joan entered her debut competition in 2000. She won 1st place in the Asian Women’s Bodybuilding Championship, heavyweight category.<ref>Swetha Sundararajan. “[https://www.tnp.sg/sports/others/liew-first-singaporean-bodybuilder-receive-ifbb-pro-card Liew first Singaporean bodybuilder to receive IFBB Pro Card]”. ''The New Paper''. January 24, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>
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	For her meal plans, Joan adjusts her intake daily according to her caloric requirement. During off-season periods, she consumes 5 to 6 meals in a day. She sticks to complex carbohydrates and low-glycemic (low GI) foods. Her protein intake comprises of chicken, fish, beef, eggs and protein shakes.<ref>“[https://metropolitant.com/2017/02/13/metropolitants-fitspiration-ifbb-pro-joan-liew/ METROPOLITANT’S FITSPIRATION – IFBB PRO, JOAN LIEW]”. ''Metropolitant''. February 13, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		For her meal plans, Joan adjusts her intake daily according to her caloric requirement. During off-season periods, she consumes 5 to 6 meals in a day. She sticks to complex carbohydrates and low-glycemic (low GI) foods. Her protein intake comprises of chicken, fish, beef, eggs and protein shakes.<ref>“[https://metropolitant.com/2017/02/13/metropolitants-fitspiration-ifbb-pro-joan-liew/ METROPOLITANT’S FITSPIRATION – IFBB PRO, JOAN LIEW]”. ''Metropolitant''. February 13, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>

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	==Career highlights==		==Career highlights==
	[[File:Joan Liew 3.jpg\|alt=Book cover for The Skinny Sumo Wrestler\|thumb\|''Front cover of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™ book. Photo from [https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Channel NewsAsia].''\|250x250px]]		[[File:Joan Liew 3.jpg\|alt=Book cover for The Skinny Sumo Wrestler\|thumb\|''Front cover of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™ book. Photo from [https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Channel NewsAsia].''\|250x250px]]
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	[[File:Joan Liew 4.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/BMJGAkiAdm7/ Joan Liew's Instagram]''.\|alt=Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym.\|250x250px]]		[[File:Joan Liew 4.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/BMJGAkiAdm7/ Joan Liew's Instagram]''.\|alt=Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym.\|250x250px]]
	In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>		In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>


	In 2010, Joan and Augustine set up a boutique gym called The Mill at Martin No.38, a mixed development condominium.<ref>Chan, Alex. “Property Briefs: home”. The Edge Singapore. November 29, 2010. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref><ref>“[http://www.scglobal.com.sg/scm/scmag0311_1.pdf Strength In Training]”. ''SC Global''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref>		In 2010, Joan and Augustine set up a boutique gym called The Mill at Martin No.38, a mixed development condominium.<ref>Chan, Alex. “Property Briefs: home”. The Edge Singapore. November 29, 2010. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref><ref>“[http://www.scglobal.com.sg/scm/scmag0311_1.pdf Strength In Training]”. ''SC Global''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref>
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	Joan Liew is an accredited fitness trainer with over 20 years of experience since 1998.<ref>Fitness Factory Singapore. “[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkGadaXxIK4&t=6s Interview with Joan Liew]”. ''YouTube''. August 26, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> She is an appointed lecturer and examiner for the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) and the Federation of International Sports, Aerobics and Fitness (FISAF).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>Khoo, Bee Kim. “[https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Eat carbs and still lose weight, says professional bodybuilder in new book]”. ''Channel News Asia''. April 28, 2019. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> Her certifications are listed as the following:<ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Joan Liew is an accredited fitness trainer with over 20 years of experience since 1998.<ref>Fitness Factory Singapore. “[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkGadaXxIK4&t=6s Interview with Joan Liew]”. ''YouTube''. August 26, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> She is an appointed lecturer and examiner for the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) and the Federation of International Sports, Aerobics and Fitness (FISAF).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>Khoo, Bee Kim. “[https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Eat carbs and still lose weight, says professional bodybuilder in new book]”. ''Channel News Asia''. April 28, 2019. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> Her certifications are listed as the following:<ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>
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	==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==		==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==
	[[File:Joan Liew 6.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018). Photo from [http://contests.npcnewsonline.com/contests/2018/ifbb_hurricane_pro/joan_liew/ NPC News Online].''\|375x375px]]		[[File:Joan Liew 6.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018). Photo from [http://contests.npcnewsonline.com/contests/2018/ifbb_hurricane_pro/joan_liew/ NPC News Online].''\|375x375px]]
	~~''(Picture) Source \| Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018)''~~		<br />

	~~''(Picture) Source \| Joan Liew with business partner and former coach Augustine Lee in 2011.''~~
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	==Background==		==Background==
	[[File:Joan Liew 2.png\|alt=Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).'' ''Photo from [https://www.scoopnest.com/user/YahooSG/446867300969218048-from-left-to-right-in-20-years-the-picture-story-of-singaporean-bodybuilding-champ-joan-liew Scoopnest].'']]		[[File:Joan Liew 2.png\|alt=Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).'' ''Photo from [https://www.scoopnest.com/user/YahooSG/446867300969218048-from-left-to-right-in-20-years-the-picture-story-of-singaporean-bodybuilding-champ-joan-liew Scoopnest].''\|273x273px]]
	''Source \| Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right)''		''Source \| Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right)''

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	==Career highlights==		==Career highlights==
	[[File:Joan Liew 3.jpg\|alt=Book cover for The Skinny Sumo Wrestler\|thumb\|''Front cover of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™ book. Photo from [https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Channel NewsAsia].''\|~~200x200px~~]]		[[File:Joan Liew 3.jpg\|alt=Book cover for The Skinny Sumo Wrestler\|thumb\|''Front cover of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™ book. Photo from [https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Channel NewsAsia].''\|250x250px]]
	Joan has been an adjunct lecturer at her alma mater, Nanyang Polytechnic, since 2014.<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/fisaf-team/ FISAF TEAM]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.facebook.com/pg/JoanLiew.AsiaPage/about/ Joan Liew IFBB Pro - About]”. ''Facebook''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> In 2018, she was appointed the ambassador for ''ActiFit Asia.'' Joan is also on the board of advisors for FitnessSG and previously, SHAPE magazine.<ref>“[https://www.actifitasia.com.sg/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/actiFIT-Seminars-by-FitnessSG-Prospectus.pdf ActiFit Asia 2018]”. ''ActiFit Asia''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnesssg.org/our-advisors/ Our Advisors New — FitnessSG]”. ''Fitness SG''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Joan has been an adjunct lecturer at her alma mater, Nanyang Polytechnic, since 2014.<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/fisaf-team/ FISAF TEAM]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.facebook.com/pg/JoanLiew.AsiaPage/about/ Joan Liew IFBB Pro - About]”. ''Facebook''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> In 2018, she was appointed the ambassador for ''ActiFit Asia.'' Joan is also on the board of advisors for FitnessSG and previously, SHAPE magazine.<ref>“[https://www.actifitasia.com.sg/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/actiFIT-Seminars-by-FitnessSG-Prospectus.pdf ActiFit Asia 2018]”. ''ActiFit Asia''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnesssg.org/our-advisors/ Our Advisors New — FitnessSG]”. ''Fitness SG''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>

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	===Fitness Factory (2005) & The Mill (2010)===		===Fitness Factory (2005) & The Mill (2010)===
	[[File:Joan Liew 4.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/BMJGAkiAdm7/ Joan Liew's Instagram]''.\|alt=Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym.\|~~200x200px~~]]		[[File:Joan Liew 4.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/BMJGAkiAdm7/ Joan Liew's Instagram]''.\|alt=Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym.\|250x250px]]
	In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>		In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>

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	===Fitness trainer (1998 - present)===		===Fitness trainer (1998 - present)===
	[[File:Joan Liew 5.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew, actiFIT Asia 2018 ambassador.\|thumb\|''Joan Liew, actiFIT Asia 2018 ambassador. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/BhLsktNHP7d/ Joan Liew's Instagram].''\|200x200px]]
	Joan Liew is an accredited fitness trainer with over 20 years of experience since 1998.<ref>Fitness Factory Singapore. “[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkGadaXxIK4&t=6s Interview with Joan Liew]”. ''YouTube''. August 26, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> She is an appointed lecturer and examiner for the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) and the Federation of International Sports, Aerobics and Fitness (FISAF).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>Khoo, Bee Kim. “[https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Eat carbs and still lose weight, says professional bodybuilder in new book]”. ''Channel News Asia''. April 28, 2019. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> Her certifications are listed as the following:<ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Joan Liew is an accredited fitness trainer with over 20 years of experience since 1998.<ref>Fitness Factory Singapore. “[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkGadaXxIK4&t=6s Interview with Joan Liew]”. ''YouTube''. August 26, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> She is an appointed lecturer and examiner for the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) and the Federation of International Sports, Aerobics and Fitness (FISAF).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>Khoo, Bee Kim. “[https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Eat carbs and still lose weight, says professional bodybuilder in new book]”. ''Channel News Asia''. April 28, 2019. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> Her certifications are listed as the following:<ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>
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	==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==		==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==
	[[File:Joan Liew 6.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018). Photo from [http://contests.npcnewsonline.com/contests/2018/ifbb_hurricane_pro/joan_liew/ NPC News Online].''\|~~300x300px~~]]		[[File:Joan Liew 6.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018). Photo from [http://contests.npcnewsonline.com/contests/2018/ifbb_hurricane_pro/joan_liew/ NPC News Online].''\|375x375px]]
	''(Picture) Source \| Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018)''		''(Picture) Source \| Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018)''

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	==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==		==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==
	[[File:Joan Liew 6.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018). Photo from [http://contests.npcnewsonline.com/contests/2018/ifbb_hurricane_pro/joan_liew/ NPC News Online].'']]		[[File:Joan Liew 6.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018). Photo from [http://contests.npcnewsonline.com/contests/2018/ifbb_hurricane_pro/joan_liew/ NPC News Online].''\|300x300px]]
	''(Picture) Source \| Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018)''		''(Picture) Source \| Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018)''

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	For her meal plans, Joan adjusts her intake daily according to her caloric requirement. During off-season periods, she consumes 5 to 6 meals in a day. She sticks to complex carbohydrates and low-glycemic (low GI) foods. Her protein intake comprises of chicken, fish, beef, eggs and protein shakes.<ref>“[https://metropolitant.com/2017/02/13/metropolitants-fitspiration-ifbb-pro-joan-liew/ METROPOLITANT’S FITSPIRATION – IFBB PRO, JOAN LIEW]”. ''Metropolitant''. February 13, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		For her meal plans, Joan adjusts her intake daily according to her caloric requirement. During off-season periods, she consumes 5 to 6 meals in a day. She sticks to complex carbohydrates and low-glycemic (low GI) foods. Her protein intake comprises of chicken, fish, beef, eggs and protein shakes.<ref>“[https://metropolitant.com/2017/02/13/metropolitants-fitspiration-ifbb-pro-joan-liew/ METROPOLITANT’S FITSPIRATION – IFBB PRO, JOAN LIEW]”. ''Metropolitant''. February 13, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>

			<br />
	==Career highlights==		==Career highlights==
			[[File:Joan Liew 3.jpg\|alt=Book cover for The Skinny Sumo Wrestler\|thumb\|''Front cover of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™ book. Photo from [https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Channel NewsAsia].''\|200x200px]]
	Joan has been an adjunct lecturer at her alma mater, Nanyang Polytechnic, since 2014.<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/fisaf-team/ FISAF TEAM]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.facebook.com/pg/JoanLiew.AsiaPage/about/ Joan Liew IFBB Pro - About]”. ''Facebook''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> In 2018, she was appointed the ambassador for ''ActiFit Asia.'' Joan is also on the board of advisors for FitnessSG and previously, SHAPE magazine.<ref>“[https://www.actifitasia.com.sg/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/actiFIT-Seminars-by-FitnessSG-Prospectus.pdf ActiFit Asia 2018]”. ''ActiFit Asia''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnesssg.org/our-advisors/ Our Advisors New — FitnessSG]”. ''Fitness SG''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Joan has been an adjunct lecturer at her alma mater, Nanyang Polytechnic, since 2014.<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/fisaf-team/ FISAF TEAM]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://www.facebook.com/pg/JoanLiew.AsiaPage/about/ Joan Liew IFBB Pro - About]”. ''Facebook''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> In 2018, she was appointed the ambassador for ''ActiFit Asia.'' Joan is also on the board of advisors for FitnessSG and previously, SHAPE magazine.<ref>“[https://www.actifitasia.com.sg/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/actiFIT-Seminars-by-FitnessSG-Prospectus.pdf ActiFit Asia 2018]”. ''ActiFit Asia''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnesssg.org/our-advisors/ Our Advisors New — FitnessSG]”. ''Fitness SG''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>

	===''The Skinny Sumo Wrestler''™ (2019)===		===''The Skinny Sumo Wrestler''™ (2019)===
	[[File:Joan Liew 3.jpg\|alt=Book cover for The Skinny Sumo Wrestler\|thumb\|''Front cover of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™ book. Photo from [https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Channel NewsAsia].'']]
	In May 2019, Joan published a health and fitness book titled ''The Skinny Sumo Wrestler''. The book aimed to educate adults (aged 30 and above) who were seeking weight loss. The book uncovers the basics of nutrition knowledge and dieting tips. The book retails at S$45.<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/product/theskinnysumowrestler/ The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>@joanmeowy. “[https://www.instagram.com/p/BxEay_oDIXc/ Release of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler book]”. ''Instagram''. May 5, 2019. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref>		In May 2019, Joan published a health and fitness book titled ''The Skinny Sumo Wrestler''. The book aimed to educate adults (aged 30 and above) who were seeking weight loss. The book uncovers the basics of nutrition knowledge and dieting tips. The book retails at S$45.<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/product/theskinnysumowrestler/ The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>@joanmeowy. “[https://www.instagram.com/p/BxEay_oDIXc/ Release of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler book]”. ''Instagram''. May 5, 2019. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref>

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	===Fitness Factory (2005) & The Mill (2010)===		===Fitness Factory (2005) & The Mill (2010)===
	[[File:Joan Liew 4.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/BMJGAkiAdm7/ Joan Liew's Instagram]''.]]		[[File:Joan Liew 4.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/BMJGAkiAdm7/ Joan Liew's Instagram]''.\|alt=Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym.\|200x200px]]
	In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>		In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>

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	===Fitness trainer (1998 - present)===		===Fitness trainer (1998 - present)===
	[[File:Joan Liew 5.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew, actiFIT Asia 2018 ambassador.\|thumb\|''Joan Liew, actiFIT Asia 2018 ambassador. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/BhLsktNHP7d/ Joan Liew's Instagram].'']]		[[File:Joan Liew 5.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew, actiFIT Asia 2018 ambassador.\|thumb\|''Joan Liew, actiFIT Asia 2018 ambassador. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/BhLsktNHP7d/ Joan Liew's Instagram].''\|200x200px]]
	Joan Liew is an accredited fitness trainer with over 20 years of experience since 1998.<ref>Fitness Factory Singapore. “[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkGadaXxIK4&t=6s Interview with Joan Liew]”. ''YouTube''. August 26, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> She is an appointed lecturer and examiner for the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) and the Federation of International Sports, Aerobics and Fitness (FISAF).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>Khoo, Bee Kim. “[https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Eat carbs and still lose weight, says professional bodybuilder in new book]”. ''Channel News Asia''. April 28, 2019. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> Her certifications are listed as the following:<ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Joan Liew is an accredited fitness trainer with over 20 years of experience since 1998.<ref>Fitness Factory Singapore. “[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkGadaXxIK4&t=6s Interview with Joan Liew]”. ''YouTube''. August 26, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> She is an appointed lecturer and examiner for the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) and the Federation of International Sports, Aerobics and Fitness (FISAF).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>Khoo, Bee Kim. “[https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Eat carbs and still lose weight, says professional bodybuilder in new book]”. ''Channel News Asia''. April 28, 2019. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> Her certifications are listed as the following:<ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>
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	==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==		==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==
	[[File:Joan Liew 6.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018). Photo from [http://contests.npcnewsonline.com/contests/2018/ifbb_hurricane_pro/joan_liew/ NPC News Online].'']]		[[File:Joan Liew 6.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018). Photo from [http://contests.npcnewsonline.com/contests/2018/ifbb_hurricane_pro/joan_liew/ NPC News Online].'']]

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	==Background==		==Background==
			[[File:Joan Liew 2.png\|alt=Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right).'' ''Photo from [https://www.scoopnest.com/user/YahooSG/446867300969218048-from-left-to-right-in-20-years-the-picture-story-of-singaporean-bodybuilding-champ-joan-liew Scoopnest].'']]
	''Source \| Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right)''		''Source \| Joan Liew as a student of CHIJ Toa Payoh Secondary School (left) and Joan Liew, winner of 2014 Arnold Amateur Women's Physique Tall category (right)''

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	===''The Skinny Sumo Wrestler''™ (2019)===		===''The Skinny Sumo Wrestler''™ (2019)===
	''~~(Picture) Source \|~~ Front cover of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™ book''		[[File:Joan Liew 3.jpg\|alt=Book cover for The Skinny Sumo Wrestler\|thumb\|''Front cover of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™ book. Photo from [https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Channel NewsAsia].'']]

	In May 2019, Joan published a health and fitness book titled ''The Skinny Sumo Wrestler''. The book aimed to educate adults (aged 30 and above) who were seeking weight loss. The book uncovers the basics of nutrition knowledge and dieting tips. The book retails at S$45.<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/product/theskinnysumowrestler/ The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>@joanmeowy. “[https://www.instagram.com/p/BxEay_oDIXc/ Release of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler book]”. ''Instagram''. May 5, 2019. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref>		In May 2019, Joan published a health and fitness book titled ''The Skinny Sumo Wrestler''. The book aimed to educate adults (aged 30 and above) who were seeking weight loss. The book uncovers the basics of nutrition knowledge and dieting tips. The book retails at S$45.<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/product/theskinnysumowrestler/ The Skinny Sumo Wrestler™]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>@joanmeowy. “[https://www.instagram.com/p/BxEay_oDIXc/ Release of The Skinny Sumo Wrestler book]”. ''Instagram''. May 5, 2019. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref>

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	===Fitness Factory (2005) & The Mill (2010)===		===Fitness Factory (2005) & The Mill (2010)===
	''~~(Picture) Source \|~~ Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym''		[[File:Joan Liew 4.jpg\|thumb\|''Joan Liew (left) with Augustine Lee (right), co-founders of Fitness Factory gym. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/BMJGAkiAdm7/ Joan Liew's Instagram]''.]]
			In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>
	In October 2005, Joan and her former coach turned business partner Augustine Lee, co-founded Fitness Factory, a gym located at Boat Quay.<ref>“Abs fabs”. ''The Straits Times''. December 15, 2005. Accessed on 13 November, 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref> The gym provides customized training and recovery programmes. Additionally, the Joan & Augustine Pro Academy provides specialized skills training for personal trainers. It also offers Professional Internship Programs to various educational institutions in Singapore including ITE, Nanyang Polytechnic and Singapore Management University (SMU).<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/proacademy/ ProAcademy]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 13 November, 2019.</ref>

	In 2010, Joan and Augustine set up a boutique gym called The Mill at Martin No.38, a mixed development condominium.<ref>Chan, Alex. “Property Briefs: home”. The Edge Singapore. November 29, 2010. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref><ref>“[http://www.scglobal.com.sg/scm/scmag0311_1.pdf Strength In Training]”. ''SC Global''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref>		In 2010, Joan and Augustine set up a boutique gym called The Mill at Martin No.38, a mixed development condominium.<ref>Chan, Alex. “Property Briefs: home”. The Edge Singapore. November 29, 2010. Accessed on 13 November 2019. Retrieved from Factiva.</ref><ref>“[http://www.scglobal.com.sg/scm/scmag0311_1.pdf Strength In Training]”. ''SC Global''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref>

	===Fitness trainer (1998 - present)===		===Fitness trainer (1998 - present)===
	''~~(Picture) Source \|~~ Joan Liew, actiFIT Asia 2018 ambassador''		[[File:Joan Liew 5.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew, actiFIT Asia 2018 ambassador.\|thumb\|''Joan Liew, actiFIT Asia 2018 ambassador. Photo from [https://www.instagram.com/p/BhLsktNHP7d/ Joan Liew's Instagram].'']]

	Joan Liew is an accredited fitness trainer with over 20 years of experience since 1998.<ref>Fitness Factory Singapore. “[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkGadaXxIK4&t=6s Interview with Joan Liew]”. ''YouTube''. August 26, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> She is an appointed lecturer and examiner for the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) and the Federation of International Sports, Aerobics and Fitness (FISAF).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>Khoo, Bee Kim. “[https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Eat carbs and still lose weight, says professional bodybuilder in new book]”. ''Channel News Asia''. April 28, 2019. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> Her certifications are listed as the following:<ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>		Joan Liew is an accredited fitness trainer with over 20 years of experience since 1998.<ref>Fitness Factory Singapore. “[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkGadaXxIK4&t=6s Interview with Joan Liew]”. ''YouTube''. August 26, 2017. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> She is an appointed lecturer and examiner for the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) and the Federation of International Sports, Aerobics and Fitness (FISAF).<ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>Khoo, Bee Kim. “[https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/eat-carbs-and-still-lose-weight-says-professional-bodybuilder-11480876 Eat carbs and still lose weight, says professional bodybuilder in new book]”. ''Channel News Asia''. April 28, 2019. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref> Her certifications are listed as the following:<ref>“[https://www.linkedin.com/in/liewjoan/?originalSubdomain=sg Joan Liew]”. ''Linkedin''. Accessed on 13 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref><ref>“[http://fisaf.com.sg/certified-trainers/ Certified Trainers]”. ''FISAF Singapore''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>
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	==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==		==Competitive achievements<ref>“[https://fitnessfactory.com.sg/joan-and-augustine/founders/joanliew/profile/ PROFILE]”. ''Fitness Factory''. Accessed on 14 November 2019.</ref>==
	''(Picture) Source \| Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018)''		[[File:Joan Liew 6.jpg\|alt=Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018).\|thumb\|''Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018). Photo from [http://contests.npcnewsonline.com/contests/2018/ifbb_hurricane_pro/joan_liew/ NPC News Online].'']]
			''(Picture) Source \| Joan Liew posing at the IFBB Hurricane Pro Women’s Physique - Masters Over 40 (2018)''

	''(Picture) Source \| Joan Liew with business partner and former coach Augustine Lee in 2011.''		''(Picture) Source \| Joan Liew with business partner and former coach Augustine Lee in 2011.''
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	== References / Citations ==		==References / Citations==
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