According to a study published in the Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism, the Aksi Awek movement contributed to a significant increase in physical activity among Malaysian women, with approximately 70% of participants reporting an increase in their physical activity levels.

While the youth were busy navigating digital fame, the government was tracking the nation’s physical well-being. The National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2011 provided a critical look at the country's health:

: Despite activity levels, the prevalence of obesity was on a sharp rise. In adolescents, for instance, obesity rates surged from 6.1% in 2011 to 11.9% by 2015.

To address these challenges, the Malaysian government has launched several initiatives, including the National Health Policy and the Healthy Lifestyle Campaign. These initiatives aim to promote a culture of health and wellness, improve access to healthcare services, and encourage community-based programs that support healthy living.

But let’s not just talk about the fashion (though, hello, tube tops and high-waisted shorts). Let’s talk about the of the average Malaysian Awek in 2011. How did we stay fit? What did we eat? And what health trends had us in a chokehold?

: This was the dawn of the "always-on" social media era. Many young professionals spent their workdays switching between office tasks and social media tabs, with evening hangouts at trendy spots like Publika becoming a staple of urban social life.

By 2011, Malaysia was undergoing rapid urbanization. This shift often leads to changes in lifestyle, including dietary habits and physical activity levels. Urban women might have been more exposed to global trends, influencing their lifestyle choices.