Showing posts with label Jacqueline Fernandez fitness. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jacqueline Fernandez fitness. Show all posts
It’s a misconception that you need to consume meat to have a fit body-Jacqueline Fernandez
7:49 AM
Vinay MR Mishra (BOMBAY TIMES; October 2, 2024)
As the world observed World Vegetarian Day yesterday, actress Jacqueliene Fernandez shares her tale of embracing the meatless lifestyle. Her turning vegetarian was more than a passing fancy; it was a thoughtful reckoning with the intersection of body, mind, and planet. “My journey into vegetarianism was deeply personal,” she boasts, adding, "As public figures, we have the platform to inspire and educate people.
When someone in the public eye talks about a lifestyle shift like vegetarianism, it opens a conversation. We can show that living more sustainably and compassionately doesn’t mean sacrificing fitness or well-being."
In conversation, she talks about the contours of her journey to vegetarianism.
'In January 2022 I decided I wouldn't touch meat again'
Jacqueliene’s journey into vegetarianism began with a quest for mental clarity and connection with nature. She was influenced by the teachings of an Indian American Yogi and Guru, Paramahansa Yogananda. "I visited his ashram in Madh Island during a challenging time—my mother had suffered a stroke, and I wasn’t able to be with her in Bahrain. That period of reflection made me realize how much I wanted to prioritize mental clarity and connection with nature. On January 1, 2022, I decided I wouldn’t touch meat again. It was a shift I made for my peace and well-being,” she recalls.
'After I decided to stop eating meat, I felt much more balanced and in tune with myself'
The Housefull 2 actress admits ‘adopting a meatless lifestyle has been a transformative experience’ for her. “It’s not just about the physical changes, though those are important; it’s about mental clarity and peace. After I decided to stop eating meat, I found that I felt much more balanced and in tune with myself. It gave me a sense of peace, and I felt lighter both mentally and emotionally. It’s helped me shift from focusing on outward appearances to how I feel inside,” she elaborates.
'There’s a misconception that you need meat for a fit body'
It is often said that one cannot have six-pack abs or muscles without having meat as the main source of protein in their diet. Being one of the fittest stars in the industry, the Murder 2 actress dispels the myth.
“There’s a misconception that you need meat to achieve a strong, fit body, but that hasn’t been my experience at all. After transitioning to a meatless diet, my focus shifted from aesthetics to balance. It’s no longer about whether something will make me look better but whether it’s nourishing. I still get plenty of plant-based protein from sources like legumes, tofu, quinoa, and good-quality protein powder supplements. My energy levels are great,” she shares.
She doesn't endorse turning vegetarian overnight. She explains, "Just listen to your body and make choices that are right for you. You don’t have to become vegetarian overnight but start by incorporating more whole-food and nutrient-rich food that are derived from plants into your life. It’s not just about health, but also about contributing to a kinder, more sustainable world. Every small step counts."
What’s your go-to vegetarian dish when cooking for friends and family?
Growing up in Sri Lanka, curry was a big part of my childhood. My signature dish is my meatless mushroom curry —it’s packed with flavor, and everyone loves it. And I have a YouTube recipe coming up soon.
Which Bollywood celebs would you invite for a vegetarian dinner party and why?
I’d invite Akshay Kumar, John Abraham and Anushka Sharma. Anushka is also an animal advocate who adopts a meatless lifestyle so we will have a lot of recipe notes to share, Akshay is passionate about fitness and I’d love to hear more of what’s on his plate, and John whose is a vegetarian, and advocates for animal welfare.
What’s the most delicious vegetarian food you’ve had while travelling?
I love healthy snacks so when I’m travelling I always head to the local organic store and look for all the plant based healthy snacks, I recently found Makhana in a store in London which was a lovely surprise.
Jacqueline Fernandez to attempt for Guinness Record in 60 seconds
7:59 AM
Sanyukta Iyer (MUMBAI MIRROR; November 4, 2016)
On Sunday, Jacqueline Fernandez with several hundred women will try to set a new Guinness World Record by holding an abdominal plank for 60 seconds at a garden in BKC. The 31-year-old actress, who has always promoted healthy living and eating, will headline the ‘Do You’ campaign which is close to her heart.
“It’s a movement which aims to inspire confidence in young girls, encouraging them to express their inherent beliefs, follow their instincts, find their best self, and be who they are, unapologetically,” Jacky told Mirror, pointing out that fitness is her way of loving herself.
The actress who plans to run the marathon next year is disturbed by the need to diet amongst young girls, pointing out that any kind of dieting without an exercise regimen to boost it is a waste of time. “Our bodies shouldn’t feel punished when we try to lose or gain weight. It’s only when the body is happy and satisfied that we inch towards fitness,” she explains.
Jacky is glad that with advancement in technology a woman doesn’t need to squeeze herself into a corset or slip into a killer pair of stiletto to look presentable. “Today, it’s easy to find a pair of heels that are comfortable while making you feel like a diva on!” says the youth icon who can’t remember the last time she went into a tizzy over what not to wear or complained of sore feet.
“Times have changed and so has the idea of fashion. We should do what we want, wear what we want and not let the world dictate our personal choices!” she exclaims. “With age, looks fade, health doesn’t.”
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