The number one question I get from my online clients and social media followers is this – How do I stay consistent with exercise and diet? Here is a secret you must know — MOTIVATION IS OVERRATED. Motivation comes in spurts and then it disappears. If you rely solely on motivation, then your desire to exercise or stick to a healthy diet will likely disappear eventually. It’s one of the reasons why the majority of the people who sign up for a gym, drop out after the first month. My Consistency Story Before I get to some practical ways to staying consistent with your workouts and nutrition, let m ..read more

Feeling tired or exhausted all the time, even after a good night sleep? You are not alone. It is a common problem for many and quite a lot of us go through that phase at one point or another. Our lives are so fast-paced with a much faster rate of change that it’s natural to feel dead tired occasionally. But you should not feel exhausted constantly. In this article, we’ll discuss possible reasons why you are tired all the time and some practical steps to deal with them. WHY ARE YOU ALWAYS TIRED? Do you feel you are sleeping enough most of the nights, but still wake up tired and feel low on ener ..read more

Ever felt stuck in life? So many dreams and aspirations, but you just can’t find the courage and motivation to get started. Stuck in the cycle of mediocrity and the daily grind. Wake up, get to work, slog through office hours, get back home, watch TV/ Netflix and retire feeling tired and uninspired. I believe most of us go through that phase at some point or the other. Every time it has happened to me, I got dragged into a downward spiral. I won’t call it depression but the feeling is probably similar – feeling worthless, hopeless, and helpless. A hollow that sucks you like a black hole. The o ..read more

Weight loss is one of the most talked-about topics in the fitness industry. As they say – you can’t outrun a bad diet. Meal planning and nutrition become an essential component of your weight loss journey. Understanding the various components of a healthy diet and the ability to make smarter food choices can help you prepare your own successful weight loss meal plan. So, let’s explore the most important aspects of meal planning to help you reach your weight loss goals.  WHY MOST DIETS FAIL? We all love a ready-made plan that guarantees results in a few weeks. After all, it feels amazing t ..read more

A few years ago, I was living in Sydney, sharing a flat with two friends. I was fascinated by the sincerity and devotion with which my flatmate, Sanaul, fasted during Ramadan. He told me how every year (except this) he used to celebrate the festival with his family in India. So next year, I decided to support my friend and fast with him through the holy month of Ramadan. Yes, all 30 days! As a Non-Muslim who had never fasted in his life, it was a huge achievement! And I must say it changed my life in more ways than one. Not only was it a test of my will power and self-discipline, but the exper ..read more

As per research, low back pain is one of the leading causes of activity limitation and absenteeism from work worldwide. Sitting for long periods can lead to weak core muscles and a stiff low back. Exercising regularly, focusing on specific muscle groups, can help you strengthen your back and avoid back pain. Having said that, if you have suffered an injury recently or have chronic back pain, I would suggest consulting a doctor or physiotherapist to get the correct diagnosis. While the reasons for back pain and spinal injuries could be many, it is in our interest to embrace the age-old saying ..read more

So, the holidays are finally over? I know it sucks!! I don’t know about you, but I love the holidays! All that excitement, the time off work, catching up with friends, travelling to a new place, mouth-watering food and being impulsive (if you are like me!) is simply amazing. But all good things come to an end, and it can get stressful, for some, to get back on track after a holiday. So in this article, I will share some practical tips to help you get back to your usual dietary habits and exercise routine. But before we get to that, let me tell you something important. YOU DID NOT SCREW UP! All ..read more

So you wish to learn how to quit binge drinking? Yes, of course! That’s likely why you opened this blog post. In this article, I will share my learnings on overcoming the habit of frequently engaging in heavy episodes of “social drinking”. But before we get to that, let’s understand and define what we mean by binge drinking. WHAT IS BINGE DRINKING? Binge drinking is the practice of consuming large quantities of alcohol in a single session of “social drinking”. There is currently no worldwide consensus on how many drinks constitute a binge. So, for this article, let’s consider it as drinking of ..read more

Winters are here and, ’tis the season when everyone loves to snuggle inside their blanket and eat high calorie “comfort” foods. As the days get shorter, darker and colder, we tend to lose our excitement to workout. Thus starts a vicious cycle of body aches and weight gain. In this article, I will share some practical tips on how to stay motivated during winters.  YOU BURN MORE CALORIES AT REST DURING WINTERS As the mercury dips below normal body temperature range, your body works harder to stay warm by generating its own heat. As a result, you end up burning slightly more calories at rest ..read more

Tracking calories is one of the first steps to ensure that you are not underestimating or exaggerating your calories intake. One can keep count of calories and track them regularly using popular apps such as MyFitnessPal or Loseit!. However, counting calories can be overwhelming for some, and not everyone enjoys the underlying process. Some of my clients have expressed concerns that recording everything you eat and drink every single day, in an app, is a tedious task. It gets even more frustrating when some of the food items have incorrect calorie estimates. To make life easier for everyone, I ..read more