Nepali Fitness Influencers and Athletes to Follow in 2026

Nepal’s fitness scene has grown fast. There are now Nepali coaches teaching science-based training online, female creators making the gym feel welcoming for women, and athletes winning medals at South Asian and world championships. Here are Nepali fitness influencers and athletes worth following in 2026, grouped by what they are best for.

We chose people who are active and known for useful or inspiring fitness content, based on public profiles and news reports. This is not a paid list, and nobody here paid to be included. Follower numbers change every week, so we have not listed them.

Coaches and strength trainers

Bramand “Tyson” Moktan

A competitive powerlifter and strength coach, and the founder of the Ox Strength coaching system. Onlinekhabar described him as the first registered CrossFit Level 1 trainer in Nepal. He has coached at Gymkhana since 2017 and co-runs the Samaya YouTube channel.

Follow for: strength training, powerlifting and functional fitness. Instagram: @tysonmoktann

Praveen Rana Magar

Head coach at Gymkhana Muay Thai and a CrossFit Level 1 trainer with more than a decade of experience. He shares workout routines and his students’ progress through Prana Fitness.

Follow for: conditioning, functional training and martial arts fitness. Instagram: @prana__fitness

Bishwo Ghising

An online fitness coach with a military background, known for educational content that explains metabolism and weight loss in simple terms, especially on TikTok and YouTube.

Follow for: fat loss, the science of weight loss, and online coaching. Instagram: @bishwo.ghising

Sukadev Karki

A strength and calisthenics athlete and founder of NYFC (Nepali Youth Fitness and Calisthenics), known for community events and trainer education.

Follow for: calisthenics, bodyweight strength and youth fitness. Instagram: @sukadevkarki

Creators making fitness welcoming for women

Neha Banu

A digital content creator and fitness model who shares workouts, daily eating and exercise routines, and product reviews. She co-runs the Samaya YouTube channel and the Samaya fitness apparel brand.

Follow for: everyday workouts, women’s training and fitness lifestyle. Instagram: @ne_hane

Anjali Dheke

A Zumba instructor from Bhaktapur, teaching since 2018. She shares Zumba sessions, yoga and diet tips, mostly on TikTok.

Follow for: fun cardio, Zumba and home-friendly workouts. TikTok: @zumbaanjali_nepal

Romika Neupane

An emerging creator focused on strength training, discipline and gym culture for women.

Follow for: strength training motivation for women. Instagram: @romika_neupane

Ashreeya Shrestha

Shares home-friendly workout tips, her daily routine, diet ideas and Q&A sessions.

Follow for: beginner and home workouts. Instagram: @itsashstha.fit

Bodybuilding and physique

Richard Tamang

A bodybuilder and fitness model from eastern Nepal, described as the CEO of Karma Fitness. According to Krizmatic, he won bronze at Mr. Dharan 2022.

Follow for: physique and aesthetic bodybuilding. Instagram: @richard_tamang47

Kanchan “Kay” Dangol

A UK-based Nepali bodybuilder and certified fitness trainer who has won several bodybuilding and fitness titles.

Follow for: bodybuilding training and contest physique. Instagram: @kaydangol

Athletes who made history

These athletes are better known for competition results than for social media, but every Nepali lifter should know their names.

Nanita Maharjan

A bodybuilder from Kirtipur who started training in 2013. At the 8th WBPF World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships in Pattaya, Thailand, in December 2016, she won bronze in the athlete physique (165 cm) category, reported as Nepal’s first medal at that event.

Binu Gharti

At the 16th South Asian Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championship in Thimphu, Bhutan, in July 2026, Binu Gharti won gold in women’s swimwear and silver in model physique.

Nepal’s powerlifting team

Nepal regularly sends lifters to international powerlifting competitions. At the World Powerlifting Championship held in Amravati, India, in December 2020, Nepal won three gold medals and one silver, through Hasan Gurung, Ashish Ale Magar, Shruti Karki and Rajesh Suwal.

How to get the most out of fitness influencers

• Follow coaches who explain why, not just show workouts. Understanding the reason behind an exercise makes you better at training on your own.
• Be careful with supplement promotions. Many creators are paid by brands. That is normal, but it means a product post is an advert, not independent advice.
• Do not compare your day 30 with their year 10. Most of the people above have trained for many years.
• Beware of “transformation in 30 days” claims, steroid-like results promised to beginners, and anyone selling miracle fat burners.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the most famous fitness influencer in Nepal?

There is no single answer, because popularity changes quickly and differs by platform. Well-known names for fitness content in Nepal include strength coach Bramand “Tyson” Moktan, weight-loss educator Bishwo Ghising and creator Neha Banu.

Who won Nepal’s first medal at the WBPF World Bodybuilding Championships?

Nanita Maharjan won bronze at the 8th WBPF World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships in Pattaya in December 2016, reported as Nepal’s first medal at that championship.

Are Nepali fitness influencers paid to promote supplements?

Many creators work with brands, which is normal. Treat product posts as advertising and check the product yourself before you buy.

How can I get featured on this list?

If you create helpful fitness content in Nepal or compete in fitness sports, send us your profile and achievements (with a news link if possible) on WhatsApp at 9708819605. We update this list regularly.

Last checked 23 October 2026 using public profiles and the news sources linked above. If any detail about you is wrong, message us and we will correct it.