Take a walk with me through Jaipur (Hawa Mahal) and the breath taking Amer Palace in Amber Fort in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India!

Visiting India Pt2 – TAJ MAHAL – Agra Views

Take a walk with me through the majestic Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India!

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Take a walk with me through Jaipur and Nadiad in India! We check out the Jal Mahal, Jaipur City Palace & Viewpoint, Raj Mandir Cinema and the Iskcon Temple in Jaipur, as well as going around walking in Nadiad & around..

360° of The Taj Mahal ?

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Giridhari came from a wealthy family in the USA and has chosen to live a simple more fulfilling life in India. He builds his own houses, grows his own food and lives a very environmentally friendly lifestyle.

Learn more about him and his eco lifestyle is this cool documentary video on him:

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Jesse Pretorius has been hard at work doing a whole lot of interviews with some incredible people in the industry on his podcast and youtube channel. In the 2 episodes below he chats to John Lucas all about his appearances in India and his relationship with the wonderful country and more, as well as a chat with Jack Lotter. Jack and Jesse discuss a number of things including Jack’s take on Herbal life supplements! Some interesting topics and thoughts shared between these guys. Check out his social media for a whole lot more interviews with the likes of Gabi Barras, Shelby Neves, Arnold Vosloo, Mathew Booth and many more.

John Lucas Interview

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Jack Lotter Interview

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Disha Patani is an Indian actress and has had to do a lot of training in the gym as well as in disciplines like gymnastics, parkour and martial arts to keep fit and to prepare for various films and adverts. Check out some of her various training clips below and see all the cool things she does!

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Name: Ishwari Patil
Age: 24
Height: 1.63 m
Current city: Mumbai, India
Occupation: Yoga and Personal Trainer

Have you always lived a relatively fit lifestyle? How did you get into yoga and how long have you been doing it for?

I began my fitness journey around 5 years ago, before which I was a regular college going student who enjoyed eating junk food everyday with friends.

I struggled a lot initially to stay consistent as I had very little knowledge about fitness. I began my research, started reading and gathering knowledge from the top people in the fitness industry, started practicing yoga and body weight exercises and I never looked back since then.

Have you been living in Mumbai all your life?

Yes, I am born and brought up in Mumbai. As a school kid I always had an active lifestyle and enjoyed sport activities such as badminton, swimming, tennis, skating and aerobics since a young age. I also enjoyed playing cricket with my brother and his friends.

What other forms of training do you enjoy?

I love weight training and occasionally enjoy mix martial arts. MMA is one activity that I want to practice regularly.

Who has been your biggest influence/support in your life and how did they affect you?

My biggest influence is and has always been my friend Rohan. When I started weight training, he was a mentor to me, educated me in various areas of my life including fitness. He is always motivating and encouraging me to achieve my goals.

Have you had any significant setbacks? How did you deal with them and overcome them?

Setbacks, yes I have had my share of setbacks and bad days. On those days I take it easy and am soft with myself. I give myself time to recover because I know once I am back I will be in full force/unstoppable.

I also experience dull days with no motivation and I always remind myself of my vision and my goals. That allows me to push harder and gives me the strength to go through the day.

What are your future plans?

I want to help as many people as I can to achieve their fitness goals. My future plan is to compete in a fitness competition and build a community to help and inspire other people.

Take us through an average day of yours:

• I wake up at 5 am and have my black coffee.
• I take yoga classes from 6 to 8 am. Post which I go for a walk.
• I have classes in the afternoon as well and I hit the gym in evening post my personal training session.

Give us a brief description of your philosophy on your diet? Do you pay close attention to what you eat?

I believe in eating healthy and swapping the junk with a healthy alternative. I incorporate a lot of vegetables in my diet. I do have calories and macros set and I ensure that I complete my macros. I always have protein in every meal.

What are your top Nutrition tips for staying in shape and performing at your best?

1. Track your protein intake. Every meal must have protein.
2. Always stay hydrated. Drink 1 liter of water as soon as you wake up.
3. Ensure that you do at least 20-30 minutes of physical activity a day.
4. Sleep/rest plays an important role in recovery so ensure you get 6 to 7 hours of sleep everyday.
5. Don’t focus on losing weight, make fitness a lifestyle and everything else will follow.

Do you incorporate a lot of weight training in your workouts?

Yes, I do. Even if I am doing a home workout I use resistance bands, ankle weights and a 10lbs dumbbell.

What does a typical training routine look like for you? What does your weekly training schedule look like?

I do weight training 5 times a week post which I include 20 minutes of stretching.

I practice yoga 3 times a week and never miss my morning walk of 20-30 minutes.

What was or is your stretching routine and how long do you spend stretching each day?

I do a small 5 minute yoga flow as soon as I wake up to free up joints and it gives a kick start to my day. I also stretch 20 minutes post weight training.

As weight training tightens the muscle, I ensure that I always stretch.

What are your 3 favourite exercises?

1. Squats
2. Hip thrusts
3. Splits

What are your most important tips to becoming more flexible?

Be consistent with your practice. Props such as a yoga belt helps improve flexibility.

Which body part is your favourite to train?

My favourite body part to train is legs.

Do you do a lot of cardio with your training?

I go for a walk every day, a minimum of 20 to 30 minutes.

Would you say just including static stretching into your routine is enough to become flexible, or would you need to add more yoga flow type stretches and movements?

Both are important. Other than stretching, some important contributors are staying hydrated, getting enough sleep, pre and post weight training warm up and cool down and breathing during stretches.

How often should a person stretch and for how long (when wanting to get to the splits)? 

I would recommend practicing for 45-50 minutes 3 times a week.

However when you have to achieve a specific goal, such as splits, everyday stretching and following a plan is of utmost importance.

Tell us a bit about your experience doing your yoga training:

I am a self taught yogini. I’ve been practicing for more than 5 years and along the years I did complete a few certificate courses to enhance my knowledge.

What are your essentials that are always in your gym bag?

My shaker cup with bcaa+glutamine, water bottle, headphones, towel, training shoes and a lipbalm.

Do you have any fit fashion tips for the ladies or any specific gym fashion trends that you love?

Personally, I love wearing tights and tank top at the gym, and a sweatshirt while doing cardio.

Some advice for the ladies:

• Ensure that your tights aren’t see through. Invest in a branded pair of tights.
• Training shoes are important. Avoid wearing running shoes while weight training.

And for the guys?

Everyone is free to wear clothes of their choice. So guys who like to wear tights in the gym, ladies who like to wear a sports bra and shorts, go for it.

Favorite female icon(s):

Sonali Swami, Bani

Favorite Quote:

“The strongest factor for success is self-esteem. Believing you can do it, believing you deserve it and believing you’ll get it.”

Do you have a philosophy that you live by?

Perspective is everything. The way you perceive things and respond to situations will determine your happiness in life.

What is the most common question you get asked?

The most common question I get asked is how to reduce fat from tummy/hips/arms.

Unfortunately, you can’t ONLY lose fat from you tummy/problem area. Where you lose fat from is partly genetic. Focus on dropping body fat percentage by maintaining a clean diet and incorporate some exercises to target your problem area.

Be consistent for at least 3 months and you should start seeing results.

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Advice for someone wanting to get started to get fit and healthy and flexible?

My advice would be to focus on living a fit lifestyle rather than focusing on weight loss. Start by making small changes such as limiting your junk food, eating nutritious meals. And progress towards a healthy lifestyle, fat loss and everything else will follow.

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Where can people get hold of you?

• For any enquiries email getfitwithishwari[at]gmail[dot]com
• Instagram: _ishwari_
• Facebook: Ishwari Patil

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• Ajaypatilphotography
• Ace_rege

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Name: Ishwari Patil
Age: 24 
Height: 163 cm
Current city: Mumbai, India
Occupation: Yoga and Personal trainer

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Name: Sheetal Bhonsle
Age: 27
Height: 5’5”
Current weight: 55 Kgs

Favourite exercises to target the booty?

Squats.

Favourite exercise to target the quads?

Leg Press.

Favourite exercise to target the hamstrings?

Romanian Deadlift.

How often do you train your legs?

Twice in a week. 

Do you prefer weighted leg exercises or bodyweight exercises? Or both?

Both. Bodyweight squats are awesome!

What are your top tips when training your glutes?

Try This: 

1. One Leg Catch Release (2x right leg, then 2x left)
2. Squat to Lateral Lunge (2x right leg, then 2x left)
3. 10 Fast Squats, 1 Rollback (with medicine ball)
4. 10 Alternating Forward Lunges, 1 Rollback (with medicine ball)
5. 5 Wide Jumps, 1 Rollback (with medicine ball)

What does a typical leg workout look like for you?

Heavy weight Squats, Lunges, Leg Curls, Leg extensions, Leg press, Deadlifts.

 

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Name: Sheetal Bhonsle
Age: 27
Height: 5’5”
Current weight: 55 Kgs
Current city: London, United Kingdom
Occupation: Software Engineer

What made you get started with training and living a healthier lifestyle? HAS IT ALWAYS BEEN A PART OF YOUR LIFE?

I started my workout right after my graduation. I used to do pilates and yoga during the initial days of my gym and then I eventually moved towards the weight training and the cardio workouts programs.

Things changed right after that. I started feeling more confident and fit. I started feeling that “going to the gym” and “working out” were things that were going to make my life better. 

Fitness is not just about gym time. It is all the time.

What has been the best part of this lifestyle so far?

When I started my Instagram Channel and posted my workout videos and pictures, I got overwhelming responses. I was so pleased with the love and support from my family, friends and even the people I do not even know.

This life has changed a lot after that one right decision. I started doing brand promotions, modelling, photo shoots and recently I have started my YouTube channel where I share my workout programs and share my recipes and it is getting a very good response so far.  

Have you had any significant setbacks? How did you deal with them and overcome them? Or How do you deal with a lack of motivation on days when you feel out of it?

I am the kind of person who enjoys every single moment. The good, the bad, the beautiful, the ugly, the inspiring, the not-so-glamorous moments, and thank God through it all.

The  good and bad days in life and you, do not always need to be planned. Sometimes you just need to breathe, trust, let go, and see what happens. What I feel is that you need to be consistent and ‘boring’ if you want to see results.

Every day Counts.

Who has been your biggest influence/support in your life and how did they affect you?

My biggest support is my mother.  Whenever I am discouraged, my mom knows the right words to say to pick me right back up. My mom is always there to remind me that God has a bigger plan for me.

I know I can always count on my mom to give me the best advice about any given topic. Whether or not I agree with her at the time, I know that my mom is always looking out for my best interest. Not only does she support my decisions, she also always makes me feel like I’ve made the right choices.

Knowing that I can always count on my mom to support me makes me feel like she will stand by me no matter what decision I make.

What are your future plans?

I am working with some known brands for promotions and if everything goes with the plan, I may get the right opportunity. It is the forming phase for my life where many things are happening around me.  Fingers crossed and hope for the best to come. 

Take us through an average day of yours:

My day usually begins at 7 o’clock with the blaring sound of the alarm clock. I try not to miss gym, even a single day but as we know, you have to give rest to your muscles to grow.

So sometime I just relax on my bed with a coffee, watch Bollywood channels, surf the internet. Eat healthy and take a sleep in the afternoon again.  Just relax. Evening I go out for a walk for until 2 miles and that is it.

Give us a brief description of your philosophy on your diet:

1. Morning Breakfast: Oats in Almond Milk + Black Coffee
2. Pre workout: 2 egg whites + BCAA
3. Post workout: Protein shake + any fruit
4. Lunch: 100 gms Chicken Breast with a bowl of salad / Protein Pancakes
5. Evening Snacks: Green Tea,  Rice Cakes with Peanut butter & banana,  dry fruits
6. Dinner: Tuna/ Salmon/ Chicken breast with Boiled broccoli/ Brussels
7. Before Bed: Green Tea / Turmeric Almond Milk
8. Drink a lot of water.

“Habits lead to the achievement of other overarching goals.”

What are your top Nutrition tips for gaining muscle?

• Try to consume grams of protein equivalent to your weight for example if you are 50 Kg, try to consume 50 grams of protein in a day. Protein should have been consumed from different sources like, protein shakes, egg whites, Chicken, Turkey, Fish etc.
• Try to mix any of these along with green vegetables/ salads.
• Multivitamins are must have if you are doing weight training. It will help you to be more energetic if you have a very hectic routine. 

Do you count your calories? Do you think it is necessary?

I use a fitness band to maintain and manage my calorie intake and burned calories. I try to eat less calories then I burn in the gym. I also keep a track of my steps taken in a day and a calorie burned count.

For any fitness enthusiast the FIT BIT is a must have and I strongly recommended using it. These fitness devices are very helpful in you day-to-day routine life. These devices motivate you to reach your health and fitness goals by tracking your activity, exercise, sleep, weight and more.

Every moment matters and every bit makes a big impact. But I do have 2 cheat meals once a week of my choice

Have you seen any common mistakes that women may make when trying to lose fat?

• Eating hidden calories. Diet is the most important part.
• Not burning more calories than they are consuming.
• Not giving enough rest to the body.
• Not changing workout plans after every 3 months.
• Not mixing weight training and Cardio workout in the routine.
• Not doing HIIT workouts.
• Not drinking enough water.
• Drinking zero sugar drinks.

What process do you follow when its time to start getting ready for a competition/photoshoot/get leaner? 

I try to consume calories through juice and do not eat too much as eating can cause a little bulk in my tummy area.

I keep myself hydrated by drinking lot of water. I do not believe in sudden diets and sudden decrease in calorie count. They can slow your metabolism, make you feel deprived and sluggish, and the weight you lose is often muscle tissue and water weight. 

Give us a brief description of your philosophy on your training/training schedule and on average how long do you workout for?

• I usually workout 6 days in a week. Followed by Weight training, Cardio, HIIT, Yoga etc.
• I start my Monday with Rowing plus a Leg workout.
• Tuesday: Cardio + Chest.
• Wednesday: Cycling + Back.
• Thursday: Cardio + Biceps & Triceps.
• Friday: HIIT.
• Saturday: Just Cardio / Free weight workouts.
• Apart from this, my average step count for the day is 12000.
• I work out for 1.5 to 2 hrs everyday.

What are a few of your weight training tips for the ladies?

For free tips you can subscribe to my YouTube channel. My entire Home, Free weight workout & Weight training plans are freely available there.

What are your essentials that are always in your gym bag?

Gym Shoes, gloves, protein shake, cap, headphones, facewash etc.

Do you have any fit fashion tips for the ladies or any specific gym fashion trends that you love?

Be simple, be yourself. Be confident. More than fashionable, comfort should be there whatever you are wearing one should be super comfortable to wear that.

What are your 3 favourite exercises?

1. DEADLIFT

Deadlifts are a strength-training exercise that primarily targets your hamstrings, lower back, quadriceps and glutes. Building these muscles, helps improve your body’s strength and stability. The deadlift is a compound exercise that strengthens the muscles you use each day to bend and lift.

2. SQUATS

They help to build your leg muscles (including your quadriceps, hamstrings, and calves), but they also create an anabolic environment, which promotes body-wide muscle building.

3. PLANKS

The plank is one of the best exercises for core conditioning but it also works your glutes and hamstrings, supports proper posture, and improves balance.

Which body part is your favourite to train and what are some of your tips to training it?

LEGS! Targeted training on at least two, non-consecutive days of the week can strengthen and tone your muscles.

In addition to working your arms, hips, abs, shoulders and chest, perform leg-strengthening exercises, such as squats, lunges, lying side lifts and heel or calf raises to add definition to your legs.

Perform eight to 12 repetitions of each exercise and complete two or three sets. Use enough weight so you cannot do another repetition after finishing a set.

Do you do a lot of cardio with your training? How do you schedule cardio and when? Or do you incorporate other forms of training?

I start my workout with Cardio. It could be Cycling, Running on a treadmill, and skipping, stair climbing, rowing, elliptical etc. I start with 15 minutes any one of those cardio exercises and then move on to the weight training.

Do you use supplements at all? Do you think they are essential?

Yes and No.

• Yes, if you are not able to consume enough protein through you diet.
• NO, if you know that you can have enough protein in your diet.

I do not consider a Multivitamin as a supplement. It is essential. 

Favorite male Fitness models or bodybuilders?

Lazar Angelov.

Favorite female fitness icon(s):

Anllela sagra.

Favorite Quote:

“Fit is not a destination. It is a way of life!”

What is the most common question you get asked?

How to get rid of lower belly fat.

My answer is take control of your diet and add some HIIT exercise as it burns calories and contributes to weight loss. To reduce fat from these areas you have to go on a caloric deficit of 500 – 1,000 calories at least.

Where can people get hold of you?

• Instagram:  sheetalb_thefitlife
• YouTube Channel: sheetalthefitlife 
• Email: sheetaldb100[at]gmail.com

 

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“Sangram the bodybuilder is committed to dispelling bodybuilding myths. Spot reduction is the biggest myth and many people when they begin to train, do innumerable crunches without food to build six-pack abs. Similarly, many people think that muscles will become flabby in the old age, which is not true. Strength training is the true fountain of remaining young and two-times Mr. Olympia winner Frank Zane is a living testimony of it.”

 

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Name: Jinni Shaikh
Age: 21
Height: 5’4
Current weight: 49 Kgs
Current city: Mumbai, India
Occupation: Fitness Model And Sponspored By Btn

Tell us a bit about your life growing up:

My childhood days were in Bandra and I did my schooling from ST. ALOYSIUS. I was average in my academics but I was always in to sports like football and badminton. I really wanted to pursue a modelling career.

Where does your motivation for it come from?

You can achieve anything in this world if you have the willingness backed by confidence & I strongly believe that a well-toned body is the first key to confidence.

Who has been your biggest influence/support in your life?

My mother all the way.

What are some of your tips for people just getting into the fitness industry?

Hard work, dedication and most importantly perseverance. There is no elevator for success. Therefore a focused mind on your goals will definitely go places. One should make a transition into the fitness profession with a game plan.

Did/do you ever have to deal with negativity from other women or men regarding the ‘fitness’ sport and your involvement in it? How do you deal with that?

Very rarely has this happened. Thankfully the fitness industry today is more exposed to knowledgeable content. We athletes are aware about the hard work one does to execute what we do and hence have a mutual respect for all.

But to be honest, the sport is misunderstood by many. Especially the ones who aren’t part of this industry. But with the right kind of Fitness Education and understanding of where the differences lie, can help clear lot of mis-understandings & myths.

Is it difficult balancing work life with your training and healthy meals? How do you manage?

It’s manageable if one has to. I am a meticulous planner of my day (although this transformation only happened when I made fitness more my lifestyle). By having my day planned, I know exactly what meals to eat when and what else I have to do throughout the day.

What are your future plans?

The immediate one is the upcoming Amateur Olympia.

In the long run, I want to enrich myself with more scientific knowledge about fitness and body transformations that can be done in the right and healthy way. Further imparting this to my fellow and upcoming athletes who are inclined to dedicate themselves to a fitter lifestyle.

Give us a brief description of your philosophy on your diet:

The best diet for you is the one you enjoy, that is sustainable and achieves your specific goals.

My diet is:

• Meal 1: 7:00 a.m | 3 egg whites, 1 egg.
• Meal 2: 9:30 a.m | Whey protein shake made with water (25g protein, 5g carbs, and 1g fat).
• Meal 3: 12:00 p.m | 6 ounces grilled chicken and salad.
• Meal 4: 3:00 p.m | Yogurt and 1 cup Oatmeal.
• Meal 5: 5:00 p.m | Protein shake.
• Meal 6: 7:30 p.m | 6 ounces chicken / 1 cup veggies/ 1/4 cup brown rice or 3 ounces sweet potatoes.
• Meal 7: 10:00 pm | Casein Protein shake made with water.

What are your top tips for losing fat?

STOP eating junk food. Eat clean and eat whole foods.

• Implement compound structural exercises in your weight training workout.
• Cardiovascular training is also essential.
• If you’re not the gym type, then involve yourself in any sport.

What supplements do you use and think are necessary for a beginner?

A basic Whey Protein Supplement is advisable for beginners. It can be taken pre & post work out.

Give us a brief description of your philosophy on your training/training schedule and on average how long do you workout for?

The week is a mix of Cardio, Weight Training, HIIT & Kick Boxing. For weight training, I mainly include structural exercises in my training which helps me develop my core muscles.

My training lasts for an hour, which includes mobility drills at the beginning, preparation sets, weight training & then I sum it up with (very important) stretching.

What are your essentials that are always in your gym bag?

• Shaker bottle.
• BCAA supplement.
• Running and weight training shoes.
• Lifting straps.
• Towel and a deodorant.

Do you have any fit fashion tips for the ladies?

Wear what you feel comfortable in and wear it with ATTITUDE.

What are your 3 favourite exercises?

1: Flat Dumbell Press (Chest):

This is a PUSH movement, principally targets your pectoral muscles. From a daily activity point of view, it helps train you to push an object against or above you.

2: Barbell Deadlift (Back):

This a compound movement and targets your back muscles. The FAT burning percentage is higher in this exercise, as all your core muscles are involved. This exercise helps you prepare to lift a heavy object from the ground which we do end up doing in our day to day activities.

3: Squats (Legs):

This again is a compound movement and targets your leg muscles. In this exercise your core muscles are involved, therefore the FAT burning percentage is higher. It’s essential to have strong legs for an overall aesthetic and full look to your physique.

Do you do much cardio with your training?

Cardio is done twice a week. It’s includes treadmill running, cross training and plyometrics.

Why do you think many females prefer to do cardio and not venture into the weights section? Can weights help the ladies lose fat or will it making them get huge muscles?

That’s due to sheer lack of proper guidance. We see many gyms promoting weight loss in their promotional activities, whereas what we need is to lose fat.

Weight training actually helps to lose fat quicker than cardio exercises, as the muscles are broken to the microscopic level. The body keeps burning fat for the next +- 30 minutes after your cardio session, whereas it burns fat for the next 48 hours after weight training.

Women cannot build huge muscles due to the hormone estrogen which is present in them. This makes women store fat more in the subcutaneous areas (fat just under the skin and in the arms and legs), versus the deep belly fat in the middle of the body.

Therefore my suggestion to all women, is to include weight training in their schedule.

What other forms of exercise do you enjoy and incorporate?

• Endurance Exercises: Brisk walking or jogging. Building your endurance makes it easier to carry out many of your daily activities.
• Balance exercises: like Standing on one foot and heel-to-toe walk.
• Flexibility exercises: shoulder and upper arm stretching, calf stretch and Yoga.

Favorite male fitness models or bodybuilders?

Siddhant Jaiswal, Mazher Shamlaani, Manoj Patil and My Coach Nilesh Gaikwad.

Favorite female fitness icon(s):

Natalie Eva Marie (One & Only).

Favorite quote:

• “If your dreams don’t scare you, they aren’t big enough.”
• “Progress is progress, no matter how small.”

“I’m not strong for a girl. I’m just strong!”

What is the most common question you get asked?

Why and how you do this? My answer is, “It’s the best gift you can give yourself.”

What is your advice to young girls who want to start working out and build a body like yours?

Dedicate yourself to the fullest and experience the best lifestyle you could ever have dreamt of.

What competitions have you competed in?

• Mumbai Regionals Fit Factor Finalist 2017 | TOP 4 

Where can people get hold of you?

• Instagram: jinni_shaikh

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