Meet Seyi Olusore: The Vision Behind Shedams
From training celebrities to creating Nigeria's first weight loss reality TV show, discover the inspiring journey of our founder and his mission to make fitness accessible to everyone.
Every great app starts with a story, and Shedams is no different. Behind the colourful interface and gamified features is a man who has dedicated his life to transforming how people think about fitness.
From Personal Training to National Television
Seyi Olusore isn't your typical tech founder. He's a Certified Health & Wellness Expert from Arizona State University, holds certifications in CPR/AED/First-Aid from the National CPR Foundation USA, as well as AFT, PT/EQF Level 4 from both the Institute of Exercise Professionals and the European Register of Exercise Professionals.
But certifications only tell part of the story. Seyi is the brain behind "The Fastest Shedder", Nigeria's first weight loss reality TV show, where he served as one of the official trainers, helping contestants transform their lives in front of millions of viewers.
The Author Behind the Movement
Seyi is also a published author; he's written: "What Time Is It?", "I Am Me. The Road to Self-Esteem (includes an "I Am Me" Journal), and "Curse God & Die!" The Job Moment"; all focused on personal development, faith, the mastery of time and taking control of your health journey
A Voice on the Global Stage
Seyi's expertise has taken him far beyond Nigeria's borders. He has been featured on:
- CNN African Voices: sharing his vision for accessible fitness
- BBC News Pidgin: reaching audiences in their native language
- CGTV Africa: bringing African fitness perspectives to Asia
- Pulse TV: and many more
"Fitness isn't about looking a certain way. It's about feeling capable, confident, and alive. That's what I want Shedams to give everyone from 13 to 96."
Why Shedams?
After years of training clients one-on-one, Seyi realised something: the biggest barrier to fitness isn't knowledge or equipment; it's motivation and community. People start strong but struggle to maintain momentum on their own.
Shedams was born from this insight. By combining gamification, social challenges, and smart tracking, the app creates the accountability and fun that keeps people moving.
The name itself, Shedams carries a powerful message: "It is possible... yes!"