Ms. Namita Nayyar:
You are a Personal Trainer, Writer, National Level Fitness & Figure Competitor, and a Fitness & Swimsuit Model. How do you manage such a remarkable multi-dimensional lifestyle?
Ms. Gina Ostarly:
How do any of us manage a multi dimensional lifestyle? Very carefully (with a chuckle). In general, life can be busy and often overwhelming for a lot of us. I mindfully plan out my days to include all the things that keep me balanced. Balance is something I love coaching others on and requires constant effort. It must be created, not found. By putting forth the effort, I am able to live a multi dimensional lifestyle that includes all the things I love most.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
What exercises comprise your fitness regime or workout routine?
Ms. Gina Ostarly:
My fitness regimes have changed, come full circle, and evolved over the years. Change is important for not just your body, but your mind as well. In more recent years my focus has been on the efficiency of my workouts. Time is so valuable. When I workout, I want it to be time well spent. I accomplish this by training multiple body parts, super setting, circuit training, etc. This style of training, efficiently, is very appealing to my clientele as well.
I have also become more sensitive to what happens as we age and how to counter it with specific exercise elements. I have been training others for almost 20 years. Over that time I have watched the fitness industry evolve. The foundation of fitness has never been more functional. The addition of more balance, agility and even cognitive training is also a large part of my routines. The demographics of individuals who exercise continues to expand. I have a handful of clients over the age of 70 at any given time! And thankful to be able to make their quality of life better!
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
Do you take some special diet or have a strict menu that you follow to remain healthy and physically fit?
Ms. Gina Ostarly:
My “special” diet isn’t t really that special. Its the “The 80/20 Plan” You might ask. “What is that?” The 80/20 plan is how I realistically maintain a healthy lifestyle. Most of the time, 80%, I eat what would be defined as really healthy. I keep processed foods to a minimum. I balance my meals throughout the day to include lean proteins, low glycemic
carbohydrates, healthy fats, a ton of vegetables and fruit. And then sometimes (20%), I indulge. First, lets not confuse indulgence with a lack of moderation. I indulge, in moderation, in foods I would not include in my everyday nutrition. Pizza is a weakness and so are Krispy Kreme donuts, but sometimes I want them and 20% of the time I have them. If you can’t figure out a way to still enjoy the things you love, whats the point?
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
You have glowing skin and gorgeous hair. Do you take some kind of skin treatment to keep it young and glowing and secondly what you do to your hair to make them look so stunning?
Ms. Gina Ostarly:
Typically, the appearance of skin and hair is a byproduct of whats going on “in your body”. I drink lots of water to stay hydrated, Doing so keeps my skin looking full and supple. Your skin will be one of the first things to show a lack of proper hydration. Is your skin feeling dry and looking dull, try hydrating! I have even noticed my face looks tired and drawn if I am not hydrated properly.
Making healthy choices nutritionally, also plays a huge part in skin’s appearance. Ever fall off the wagon, start physically not feeling great and then have a skin breakout in addition? Its not a coincidence that when you consume processed foods, fried foods, sugary foods, your skin does not look or feel as healthy. The outside really is a product
of the inside. Another motivating reason to embrace a healthy lifestyle.
Enjoy the sun, but be sensible about exposure time. Your body produces vitamin D naturally when it is directly exposed to sunlight and Vitamin D is a key ingredient to great looking skin. In recent years, we have become more cautious to sun exposure. Its lead to year around, 24/7, sunscreen or avoidance altogether. A little sun is good! And,
not just for your skin, but for other conditions like depression, bone health, immune function, etc.
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