From Pain to Power: Captain Garuda on Mastering Mind, Body, and the Science of Self-Healing

NATIONWIDE - OCTOBER 2025 - (USAnews.com) When most people hear the name Captain Garuda, they think of strength, transformation, and resilience. But behind the sculpted physique and inspirational presence stands Hassan Moaminah, a man who turned his pain into purpose and built an entire movement around natural healing, emotional awareness, and kindness.

The Turning Point,  Beating the 98%

“I remember hearing Arnold Schwarzenegger once say that 98% of people fail because they quit too early,” Moaminah recalls. “That line changed everything for me. I decided to live as part of the 2% who never give up,  no matter how much it hurts.”

At one point, Moaminah weighed more than 145 kilograms (320 pounds). His transformation began not in the gym, but in the mind.

“I realized that weight loss wasn’t about fighting my body,” he says. “It was about understanding it,  and forgiving it. You can’t transform something you hate.”

He speaks of a lesson he learned through years of discipline: controlling emotions is the first step toward healing.

“When you learn to calm your mind, you balance your hormones. When you let go of anger, your recovery accelerates. Healing starts the moment you stop comparing yourself to others.”

The Psychology of Kindness

In an era where social media often fuels comparison, envy, and emotional burnout, Moaminah’s philosophy is refreshingly human.

“Today, people chase validation instead of values,” he says. “They compare their bodies, their success, their likes,  and in doing so, they lose connection with themselves. Some even try to ‘win’ by hurting others, thinking it’s revenge. But that’s not victory,  it’s decay.”

He pauses before adding a line he often repeats to his followers:

“Forgiveness is for you. Like Steve once said,  you don’t forgive because they deserve it, you forgive because you deserve peace.”

This principle,  kindness over comparison, forgiveness over resentment,  is the emotional foundation of the Captain Garuda philosophy.

“It’s not weakness,” he explains. “It’s strength in its purest form. It’s what lets you keep growing when others stop.”

Redefining Natural Bodybuilding

Now a recognized figure in natural bodybuilding, Moaminah has competed in IFBB Classic Physique and WNBF UAE, earning respect for his integrity and authenticity.

His approach merges psychology and physiology,  focusing on vagus nerve recovery, cortisol management, and mindful training.

“The body listens to the emotions,” he says. “A peaceful mind creates a powerful physique.”

The Captain Garuda Ecosystem

Moaminah’s philosophy has grown into a full wellness ecosystem.

His book “Captain Garuda: A Tale of Bravery, Kindness, and a Big Heart” teaches emotional intelligence and empathy through storytelling and is now referenced in several university libraries.

His Captain Garuda Fitness App and Wellness Warriors Podcast,  which surpassed 3.3 million downloads,  guide users toward natural health through self-awareness, science, and discipline.

“Our mission,” he says, “is to build a world where people understand that healing begins inside,  in the way you think, forgive, and treat others.”

Partnerships for a Healthier Future

Moaminah is currently developing collaborations with supplement brands that share his science-based and ethical approach to health.

“I don’t want to sell illusions,” he says. “I want to market integrity,  supplements that support the nervous system, the mind, and true recovery.”

A Global Vision Rooted in Truth

Beyond fitness, Captain Garuda is a message of faith, resilience, and compassion.

“I believe every human has the ability to heal,” he concludes. “But healing begins with kindness,  to yourself first, and then to others. That’s how you rise. That’s how you win.”

Learn More

• APP: HSSAN MOAMINAH - CAPTAIN GARUDA FITNESS 

• Amazon Book: Captain Garuda: A Tale of Bravery, Kindness, and a Big Heart (Captain Garuda: A Tale of Bravery, Kindness, and a Big Heart: Hassan, Moaminah: 9789948749714

• Podcast: Captain Garuda Wellness Warriors on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

• Youtube channel

• Instagram