Ms. Namita Nayyar:
Tell us about the food/meal routine that you follow to remain healthy and physically fit?
Ms. Kriti Shastry:
I truly believe that every person is unique and there is no one solution for everybody to a successful diet. I have tried different foods and different caloric intake to know what works for my body. What I truly like and can stay consistent with is flexible dieting. I focus on eating a lot of vegetables and fruits but also fit in foods that I crave for and enjoy once in a while.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
How would you explain the role of eating healthy in leading a fit & healthy lifestyle?
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
According to me, “eating healthy” is a very misleading term. Eating healthy is not just all greens, veggies and fruits. Health is what makes you feel good from the inside. Ofcourse fruits and veggies are great, but you should be able to find that balance between what you body needs and what your heart wants. Consistency is the most important part of any diet and the reason why you don’t get results is because you find it difficult to be consistent. Dieting does not have to “hard”. Dieting is just being conscious about what you put in your body and making informed decisions.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
You are also a Bikini Competitor, tell us more about it.
Ms. Kriti Shastry:
I did my first bikini competition this year and it was an unforgettable experience. I had never really had this in my goals list but I have always loved taking up new challenges and working hard to prove to myself that I can do anything. Since I had been training and learning about dieting and understanding my body better, I decided to do a competition prep to see how far I can push myself mentally. I think there is so much more to a competition prep than just looking good. Yes there is training and diet according to the goal but there are so many mental struggles that you have to fight against. Balancing work, food, trips, cravings, and all the stress was a challenge and I’m proud to have won against all.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
How would you guide someone who has just started working out in a gym?
Ms. Kriti Shastry:
The most important advice that I can give someone just starting out is : Do not go in with the goal of losing x pounds. If you’re always just thinking about weight loss and not about changes in your energy levels and how you feel from within, you will not be able to see your progress and you will constantly judge yourself based on your looks. If you’re just starting out, analyse how you feel during and after exercising, show your body that you care, nourish yourself with nutritious food. This will help you feel more confident about yourself and make better progress. And if your mindset is right, trust me, the aesthetic results will follow.
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