The lockdown due to coronavirus has given rise to many personal problems like how to get a haircut, or how to go out and meet friends. But one of the biggest concern is how to stay fit. With it, another problem that arises is what to do eat? Many people do not eat non-vegetarian food and think therefore think that it stops them from getting in top-shape? Breaking the stereotypes, India wrestler Pooja Dhanda thinks otherwise. She says that she is a complete vegetarian and considers it as her biggest secret to stay fit.
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The Arjuna Awardee’s diet includes her favourite milk-yoghurt, nutritious diet and fruit juice, reported Nari news daily. Besides this, she does yoga every day which keeps her mentally strong and filled with positive energy to tackle the lockdown blues.
What is Pooja’s say on fitness?
The world medallist says that she is a vegetarian and yoghurt is her favourite food. Besides this, she makes sure to drink fruit juice twice a day. “Try to eat homemade food and like some nutritious vegetables and lentils,” she added.
Weekly Plan:
Due to the lockdown, Pooja is unable to do sparring on mat. But despite the shortcoming, she makes sure to exercise daily. Her daily routine includes yoga in the morning for at least two hours. In the evening she does her strength training and individual workout. Sunday’s are kept for recovery and to spend time with self.
Fitness tips:
-Drink mil twice a day and yoghurt during lunch.
-Drink a lot of water.
-Junk food is a big no.
-Eight hours of sleep is a must. Therefore sleep on time.
She says that the conception that vegetarian athletes cannot compete amongst the best is false. There are many substitutions in vegetarian food to consume the macro and micronutrients which are found in the non-vegetarian diet.
