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Hi! I’m István Darabán

Driven by Performance,

I’ve always lived a performance-driven life, playing high-level basketball throughout my childhood and adolescence and earning top academic results at university. From early on, I understood that physical, mental, and academic performance all depend on one thing: health.

I’ve spent years learning and experimenting with different approaches to nutrition, training, recovery, and mindset. My life has been a continuous process of discovering and fine-tuning what helps me show up with energy, focus, and presence—not just in my work but in every area of life.

Grounded in Health

Optimise your life with cutting-edge science and expert guidance

My Qualifications & Expertise

I have a comprehensive academic background hat has given me deep insight into how biology, brain function, and behaviour come together—and how we can use that knowledge to create positive, lasting change.

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BSc in Biomedical Sciences from King’s College London, where I focused on the molecular biology of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.

MSc in Neuroscience at the University of Amsterdam, where I studied how the nervous system supports our lives and capacities holistically.

During my MSc, I also majored in Science Communication at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam—learning how to translate complex knowledge into practical tools that help people.

MSc in Psychology of Mental Health at the University of Edinburgh, where I’m currently training to become a psychotherapist and health psychologist.

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My Vision of Helping You Thrive, Not Just Survive

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I believe every person has a unique purpose in life—a potential waiting to be fulfilled. My mission is to help you realise that potential by providing the tools, structure, and support you need to perform at your best and feel your best. That doesn’t mean promoting a workaholic mindset. It means helping you flourish in those aspects of life that matter most to you: working, studying, training, connecting, or simply being more present for the important moments.

Health is the foundation. Concentration is the catalyst. Together, they allow you to fully engage with life’s opportunities. In my coaching, I combine science-backed strategies with a deep understanding of motivation, habit change, and performance. Change doesn’t have to be a struggle. With the right guidance, it is an exciting journey of discovering who you are and who you can become.

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