Ms. Namita Nayyar:
Do you follow a special diet or have a strict menu to remain healthy and physically fit?
Ms. Lydia Lassila:
I don’t believe in diets. I believe in eating smart and by experimenting with different foods over the years I know what foods my body needs for optimal performance and recovery which is quite simply a variety wholesome, unprocessed foods.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
Training for professional sports requires you to be out in the extreme weather. How are you able to take care of your skin and hair?
Ms. Lydia Lassila:
Protection is key and lots of water!!
When I’m outdoors -whether it’s in the surf or the snow I wear Invisible Zinc http://invisiblezinc.com/, It feels like a protective shield on my skin against sun, wind, snow and sometimes rain!
To cleanse I normally use Jurlique Clarifying cleanser followed by a vitamin C oil (http://www.skinceuticals.com/c-e-ferulic-635494263008.html and a light moisturiser. In really dry conditions I use bio-oil or coconut oil. Having a Finnish husband we also have a lot of saunas which is amazing for your skin!
For my hair, I just rub a little Moroccan oil on the ends.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
Who has been your greatest influence and motivator in your success throughout your career?
Ms. Lydia Lassila:
The best male aerial skiers have always been who I’ve looked up to and who I’ve wanted to emulate – they’ve always motivated me to be better and push beyond my comfort level.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
In any outdoor sports or athletics, injuries are inevitable. What advice would you give to the other sports players & athletes, in order to cope up with these injuries, which in certain cases could be life-altering?
Ms. Lydia Lassila:
Firstly there’s a lot you can do to avoid injuries in the first place i.e.: the right physical prep, making sure you’re recovering after each session, making sure you’re getting the right nutrition and rest. In the beginning of my career, I was terrible at knowing when to give my body a rest and often pushed through pain, fatigue and niggling injuries which then turned into serious injuries. Knowing what I know now, it’s so important to have the right support team around you. A team that understands your goals and has helped you put a plan in place to get there. A team that has your back and can advise you when to take breaks and when to push on. Ultimately, I’ve learnt to listen to and respect my body. I’ve learnt to respect the signals of when to push and when to pull back and rest.
Injuries are not fun but I think it’s so important to keep positive and focus on the healthy successful athlete you are striving to be. Don’t look back 🙂
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