HELPING AUSTRALIANS LIVE THEIR HEALTHIEST, HAPPIEST LIFE
About Ilija – Founder of ILIJA™ Longevity Protocols
About
My journey began on the volleyball courts of Europe, where I spent my youth competing at the highest level — winning multiple international championships and proudly representing the Macedonian Senior National Team. These years in high-performance sport taught me the discipline, resilience, and long-term commitment needed not just for winning in competition, but for thriving in life.
Beyond sport, I built a 25+ year corporate career in business strategy and leadership, leading high-performing teams, managing multinational operations, and developing data-driven solutions for success. I learned how to optimize performance, motivate people, and deliver measurable results — lessons that now shape every program I create.
Today, I channel these experiences into ILIJA™, a premium Sydney-based fitness, nutrition, and longevity brand. My programs blend the structure of elite athletics with the precision of business strategy to deliver science-backed, results-driven, and highly personalized health programs. Whether it’s midlife health optimization, perimenopause and menopause coaching, or elite fitness training, every protocol is designed to optimize movement, nutrition, recovery, and mindset for maximum healthspan and vitality.
I believe true health is more than fitness — it’s about longevity, vitality, and sustainable lifestyle transformation.
My mission is simple:
To help driven professionals and wellness-focused individuals rebuild, restore, and extend their quality of life so they can perform at their best — in the gym, in business, and in life.
Qualifications
My academic foundation combines business management, strategic leadership, and health sciences, giving me a unique ability to deliver data-driven, personalized fitness and longevity coaching. Throughout my career, I have continuously pursued knowledge in nutrition, wellness, and longevity research, integrating the latest evidence-based advancements into every program I create.
Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor in Physical Science – Professor of Physical Education, St. Cyril and Methodius University, Skopje, Macedonia
- Master in Professional Sport Management – St. Cyril and Methodius University, Skopje, Macedonia
- PhD, Doctorate Research – Stanford Graduate School of Business, Stanford University, CA, USA
Executive Programs
- Health and Wellness: Designing a Sustainable Nutrition Plan – Harvard Medical School, MA, USA
- Lifestyle and Wellness Coaching – Harvard Medical School, MA, USA
Fitness & Coaching Certifications
- Certificate III in Fitness – Institute of Elite Fitness Professionals, Australia
- Certificate IV in Fitness – Institute of Elite Fitness Professionals, Australia
These qualifications combine elite-level athletic understanding, scientific rigor, and practical fitness expertise, allowing me to design highly personalized, sustainable, and results-driven programs for clients seeking longevity, vitality, and peak performance.
clients
Your health is unique, and so is your journey.
I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions.
I take the time to understand your fitness levels, nutrition habits, sleep patterns, and emotional well-being—alongside your schedule, workload, and lifestyle—to craft a plan that is unique for you, and works for you.
Whether you're looking for a powerful 12-week transformation, a sustainable lifestyle shift, or personal training tailored to your goals, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Together, we will build a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant version of you—one that thrives in both body and mind.
Your best years are ahead, and it all starts now!