Mark EKE, Model & Public Figure

@mrk.eke

How are you living your lockdown?

After spending over a month in quarantine and self-isolation, I moved in with family friends (special thanks to Jessica and Charif Ayoub for always having me), and we spend our days by the pool and/or soaking up the sun in the garden! It feels great to be able to breathe in some fresh air after being cooped up in my apartment for so long! 

From your active life, what do you miss the most?

Fitness has become an important part of my lifestyle and I used to work out 5 times per week after work. With gyms and fitness spaces being closed in my building and all over the UAE, it was hard to stay motivated and adjust to bodyweight home workouts! 

What don't you miss?  

Those who know me know that I love to sleep in. I'm not a morning person whatsoever, so I can safely say I DEFINITELY do not miss the early wake up calls for work! It’s been great to get some extra hours of sleep in the AM. 

How do you think life will be after Corona?

I think people have learned to appreciate themselves more and appreciate their own company and presence. We've been given so much time to rethink our lives and habits and even our aspirations and dreams. I imagine that a lot of us will be much more courageous in pursuing what we want, when we decide we want it. 

A word of encouragement to our readers

My entire life I've lived by a verse that has never been more applicable: 'For we live by faith, not by sight.'  - trust your faith and be patient that a timely victory is close.