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Your passion can take you places if you dedicate yourself fully to it. Your dreams can come true if you work hard to bring them to life. Does all this sound very filmy to you? But, it’s the reality for this man who dedicated himself to fitness and sports and breathed life into his dreams- the Himalayan Stallion, Jeet Selal.

Not just his name means to win, his actions too, prove that he is a winner. We bring to you some interesting facts and details about him so that you can know our new knowledge ambassador in a better way.

The Himalayan Mustang Inspiring Conversation with MuscleBlaze

1. MB: You sure rule the hearts of every fitness enthusiast. You are a story in yourself. Everybody would like to know where this story originated and what is the background?

Jeet Selal: I come from a small town in Uttarakhand, named Pithoragarh. I have grown up running down the hilly streets of this beautiful state. Walking and running down these streets is an exercise in itself (chuckles). I did my Bachelor’s in Sports Science and Marketing Management from Coventry University, UK, and went on to pursue my Masters in Sports Tourism Management.

2. MB: You do have a unique choice of courses! How does this small-town boy get into fitness? What was in your mind exactly when you chose sports as your education?

Jeet Selal: Ever since I was a kid, I had a thing for sports. I actively used to participate in various sports activities. I started learning the Korean martial art form ‘Taekwondo’ at an early age. Its very interesting and this got me excited to learn it even better. Some of you might know that I am a Blackbelt 1st dan in Taekwondo. During my school days, I also used to participate in other sports such as basketball.

I loved this game so very much and was involved in it till my senior high school. I realized that sports is what I am good at and I could definitely do something good with myself and my life if I pursued a career in this and this is why I went on to study sports science and management and also learned about the tourism aspect of sports.

How People Inspired By You

3. MB: That’s quite interesting and inspiring at the same time. It’s true that if you are good at something, take it professionally, and you can succeed in life and inspire others who are like you. Many people know you through your YouTube channel, so tell us something about it.

Jeet Selal: Yes, I like to motivate people to adopt a fit and active lifestyle. I want that more and more people in my country should be fit. There are many people who want to work out to achieve a certain level of fitness but do not have anyone to guide them on the workout plan and nutrition. This is why I started my YouTube Channel Jeet Selal Aesthetics in January 2016 where I post free nutrition and workout plans in Hindi for all the fitness enthusiasts and aspiring bodybuilders in India. I really wish to help all those who aspire to be a bodybuilder and I don’t want them to give up because of the lack of proper guidance.

How to Maintain Fan Base

4. MB: That’s so nice of you! We really need more and more people like you in India. This is certainly a great initiative that you’ve taken and this has just got us a bit more inquisitive. We want to know how do you focus on your fans and build & maintain trust with them?

Jeet Selal: I strongly believe in transparency and honesty. Not just in business, but in real life too, I respect people who are honest. If you are true to someone, you automatically establish trust. As a working professional, I have learned that working on customer retention and building trust is the key to growth for any business. I want my customers to believe in me and this is why I always stay true to them.

5. MB: Yes, we too believe that trust can be built only on transparency and honesty. We all have some plans for our future and I am damn sure that you must have thought something exciting about your future in fitness. We would really like to know what plans Jeet has for his future, any mission that you’re working towards, and how?

Jeet Selal: Yes, definitely. I have a dream and to fulfill it I have been working and I am planning to extend my efforts for the same. And it is to establish a drug-free India. And for this mission, I promote natural practices in fitness and sports. I am working hard to create awareness among people regarding the major side effects of using steroids and drugs. I also educate youth to achieve a great physique naturally, without the help of any drugs.

MB: Isn’t it great to learn how he is working towards shaping a better society? Jeet Selal has his YouTube channel through which he is imparting fitness education to youth in India. Owing to his impeccable understanding and knowledge of fitness, he gained over 3 million subscribers on YouTube in no time. 

About Himalayan Stallion Academy

6. MB: You have also founded the Himalayan Stallion Academy. Tell us something about it.

Jeet: I founded Himalayan Stallion in December 2016, Melbourne, Australia with an aim to motivate and create awareness among Indian people regarding fitness and stop drug use/abuse in sports in India. Himalayan Stallion organizes various events in various parts of India without any entry fees, to build a healthy India other than offering certain paid certification courses in the space of Nutrition & Exercise. These events give a golden opportunity to the young guns of India to show their talent and excel in sports and fitness by having a scientific outlook towards their training program. The focus is on natural sports practices.

Here is What Himalayan Stallion Events do:

• Conducts seminars on awareness about fitness and health
• Present stage demos of proven exercise methods and nutrition
• Promotional activities to discourage the use of drugs in sports
• Guiding regarding the right supplementation and its benefits
• Free personal training session by selecting an athlete for “Train with me” session
• Certification courses in Fitness Nutrition, Strength & Hypertrophy, etc.

MB: Do you guys know that Jeet has been invited by many major universities for seminars on health and fitness?

7. MB: Lastly, we are really eager to know what inspired or motivated you to join hands with MuscleBlaze?

Jeet: I strongly believe in the right nutrition for better bodybuilding or athletics. Being in this field, I know how important quality nutrition is for your body. And as I told you that I believe in transparency and honesty and I found MuscleBlaze’s character very similar to mine. I could strike a chord with the brand because just like me, MuscleBlaze also believes in purity, transparency, and quality. It’s amazing to see an Indian brand walking the extra mile to provide quality nutrition to all aspiring athletes, bodybuilders, fitness enthusiasts, and people in general who want to stay fit. My mission is to build a healthy India, and this goes in sync with the idea with which MuscleBlaze originated. I really believe that together we can take fitness and sports to a new level in India.

MB: This was Jeet Selal for you. Now that he has joined us on this great journey, together we will explore more by diving into the sea of fitness together and serve people even better.

To know more about your new MB knowledge ambassador, you can click on the links below:

Intermittent fasting is one of the popular trends these days. It is known to be effective in improving metabolic health, weight loss, and perhaps even longer lifespan. According to various studies, it can have powerful effects on your body and brain.

What is Intermittent Fasting?

People spend thousands of money on weight loss supplements and fat loss products. But do you know with intermittent fasting you can achieve your weight loss goals? Yes, you read that right. 

Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern between the periods of eating and fasting. It doesn’t specify what kind of foods to eat but rather tell you when to eat them. Basically it is not a diet but an eating pattern. Common intermittent fasting diets include daily 16 hours fast or 24 hours twice a week. Some of the common intermittent fasting methods are as follows:

• Eat, Stop, Eat: It requires 24 hours of fasting once or twice a week. For example, By not eating from breakfast one day until breakfast the next day. 
• The 16:8 Method: This method Includes skipping breakfast and restricting the daily eating period to 8 hours, like 1-9 pm. Then fasting for 16 hours in between. 
• The 5:2 Diet: This diet plan you have to consume only 500 to 600 calories on 2 non-consecutive days of the week but eat normally on the other five days.

Reducing your calorie intake when following these methods can cause weight loss as long as you avoid eating much during the eating periods. Most of the people find the 16:8 method to be the most sustainable and simplest plan to stick with, making it the most popular. 

What Are The Benefits Of Intermittent Fasting?

When you fast various things happen in the body on the molecular and cellular level. Like your body adjust hormone levels And also initiate important cellular repair processes and change the gene expression. Here are the intermittent fasting benefits.

• Intermittent fasting for weight loss is the right pick. It changes the hormone levels to help in weight loss, By increasing growth hormone levels, lowering insulin levels and increasing the fat-burning hormone release. Because of this your metabolic rate also increases.
• Intermittent fasting lowers blood sugar and reduces insulin resistance that can protect you against type 2 diabetes.
• According to studies, it also reduces inflammation, the main driver of many chronic diseases.
• Intermittent fasting is also known to reduce bad LDL cholesterol, inflammatory markers, blood triglycerides, insulin resistance, and blood sugar, all risk factors for heart disease.
• It increases the brain hormone and also helps in the growth of the new nerve cells and may protect against Alzheimer’s disease.
• Intermediate fasting can extend life span and also work as an anti-ageing.

Overall intermittent fasting can make things easier for you as you don’t have to eat too many meals and don’t have to spend too much time.

Intermittent Fasting V/S Keto Diet

Keto Diet: Keto diet is high in fat and low in carbs. The goal of this diet Is to develop ketosis, Where the body uses part as the energy source instead of carbohydrates by converting it to Ketone bodies. The importance of proteins, carbohydrates and fats depending on what type of keto diet you are following. There are four types of keto diet that varies as per the calorie requirement such as: 

• Standard Keto Diet: 5% carbs, 20% protein and 75% fat
• High-protein Keto Diet: 5% carbs 35% protein and 60% fat
• Cyclic Ketogenic Diet: It includes 5 days of keto diet with 2 days of high carb consumption every week. 
• Targeted Keto Diet: Carbs are added strategically before, during, or post-workout sessions. 

Advantages of the Keto Diet:

• Effective in weight loss
• As fat is used rather than carbs, Insulin resistance and blood glucose level improves, which makes the diet less susceptible to diabetes 
• With the right food choices, it can help you to improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels
• Reduces adult acne because of less sugar intake
• Boosts brain health and improves mental performance

Disadvantages of the Keto Diet:

• Dehydration may lead to indigestion and constipation
• People report bad breath and increase in acetone production
• Should be supplemented with multivitamins to avoid cramps due to lack of magnesium
•  Strictly stick to the diet to get the full benefits that can be difficult for others 

Intermittent Fasting: Intermittent fasting means changing your eating behaviour then reducing the calorie intake itself. You can eat anything you want and you can do it at a convenient time. It is not harmful when done right. 

Advantages of the Intermittent Fasting:

• It is a natural and safe way to lose weight
• Reduces insulin resistance, decreasing the risk of type 2 diabetes 
• Save you money and time for preparing and cooking 3 meals a day
• It also protects the brain from cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease
• It doesn’t cause muscle wasting, making it safe for fitness instructors and bodybuilders  

Disadvantages of the Intermittent Fasting:

• For some people, it may be discomforting and can become difficult to resist hunger pangs
• It can cause amenorrhea in women, where the menstrual cycle ceased, so it is recommended doing 12 to 14 hours for women 
• People can rely on coffee to keep the hunger pangs at bay, some may develop caffeine dependency
• It can develop eating disorders in some people

Ketogenic Diet or Intermittent Fasting plans have their fair share of advantages and disadvantages. But when done right, you can get the benefits.

ALSO READ: Calories vs. Macros: Is One More Important Than the Other?

Intermittent Fasting Diet Plan

To make sure you get the most benefits from intermittent fasting, it’s important that you eat nutritious foods and drinks during the eating periods. Having nutrient-dense whole foods will help you achieve the most health benefits. There is not a specific intermittent fasting diet plan, just incorporate the following through the eating periods: 

• Whole Grains: Make sure to avoid all food items that contain refined wheat. Choose grains such as barley, buckwheat, quinoa, rice, oats, etc.
• Vegetables: You can consume all the vegetables. Choose more green, leafy options as well as cucumber, broccoli, tomato, cauliflower, etc.
• Fruits: All fruits are perfect options especially apples, oranges, pears, bananas, peaches, and berries. 
• Protein: Pick lean protein options (without fat) like meat, poultry, eggs, nuts, seeds, legumes, lentils, etc.
• Healthy Fats: Avoid all the saturated fats. Choose oils made from olive, coconut, avocado, mustard, sesame, peanut, etc.

During the fasting period, you can consume calorie-free beverages such as coffee (no sugar), unsweetened tea (green tea), and water. This will help you to stay hydrated. Avoid overeating or munching on junk food during eating periods as this can sabotage your health regimen. 

The star supplement of the sports fitness industry, whey protein can be your trump card when looking out for shedding the extra pounds. Among the various health benefits of whey protein, aiding in weight loss is one. Whether you are a man or woman, you can use whey protein supplements to helps you with your weight loss goals.

You might have seen fitness enthusiasts and gym-goers tossing back whey protein shakes right after the workout. This is to boost muscle building. Whey protein is said to be helpful in maximizing muscle gains and help in bodybuilding. But this doesn’t mean that it cannot help with weight loss goals.

Whey protein is taken as a quick alternative to whole foods and is a supplementary product for your regular diet. It is derived from milk during the cheese-making process and goes under various levels of processing to be finally packed and sold in the market in a form that we know to be whey protein. Whey protein is rich in all the 9 essential amino acids and is low in lactose content.

The whey protein can be helpful in enhancing muscle protein synthesis and also boosts the growth of lean tissue mass. There are a few pieces of evidence that suggest that whey protein can assist women with retaining muscle mass and losing body fat and ultimately achieve the weight loss goals.

What is the Protein’s Role in Weight Loss?

Protein is a very essential macronutrient for our bodies. It is related to growth and development. Our body’s every cell contains protein and it plays a crucial role in enhancing metabolism. It makes you feel full for longer hours and retains lean body mass helping you lose fat.

Various researches have shown the positive effect protein has on muscle-building and weight loss. According to a research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, high-protein diets that contain 1.2 to 1.6g of protein per kg of body weight, helps in decreasing appetite and thus helps in healthy weight loss goals.

The Weight Loss Science

The concept of weight-loss is not as tricky as you think it to be. The key to a successful and healthy weight loss is consuming lesser calories than you burn daily. There should be a calorie deficit to promote weight loss. If the calories you consume are the same as you burn, you won’t notice a difference in your weight as such and if the calorie consumed is higher than burned, you will end up gaining.

When it comes to weight loss, starving yourself is never a good option. Your body needs all the nutrients to function properly. Along with protein, you also need carbs and fats in some amount to keep your energy levels intact. When your body is nutrient-deprived, along with weight loss, you will also experience muscle loss. This is certainly not a healthy way to shred your body fat. Losing muscle is not good for you, what you should focus on is reducing the body fat. 

So eating whole foods and taking proper meals is recommended when trying to lose weight, you just need to keep a check on your calorie intake.

Whey Protein Shakes for Weight Loss

Whey protein shakes are a quick and convenient source of protein which not only helps in muscle building and recovery but also helps with weight loss. A whey protein supplement with no added sugars, sweeteners or preservatives can have around 100 calories per scoop. Mixing whey protein powder with water can give you a low-calorie drink which can work as your meal replacement. Though you can also mix whey protein powder with milk or fruit juices and add other ingredients in it too. But remember, each thing that you add will change the caloric value of the shake. So be sure to calculate the calorie added with each added ingredient so that you do not exceed your required calorie requirement for each day.

Adding ingredients like banana, full-fat milk or yogurt, excessive honey or peanut butter adds to the calories of whey protein shake and pushes it towards a diet dense in calories. So, if you’re looking to lose weight, it might not be a wise choice to add these.

One thing that you need to understand is that whey protein is not a total replacement of whole foods. Whole foods should be consumed regularly in the required amount to fulfill your daily calorie and nutrient intake. Whole foods are rich in various other nutrients that your body needs and they also are rich in fiber. Even when we talk about protein, whole foods should be used as your primary source of protein.

How Whey Protein Shakes can be Used for Weight Loss?

Whey protein, when consumed smartly, can help you restrict yourself to a low-calorie diet and boost weight loss. Here is how you can use whey protein shakes to enhance weight loss:

Using as a Replacement for Your Meals

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, yet many of us miss out on it. The reason can be a shortage of time due to the busy schedule we have owing to the hectic lifestyle we lead today. Mixing up whey protein powder into just water or water with a dash of milk gives works as a quick and nutritious breakfast. It also helps you feel full for longer hours and you can expect lesser craving due to it.

You can also mix whey protein powder with some fruits like avocado or other fruits and vegetables to make it even more fulfilling and nutrient-rich.

Mentioned below is a quick smoothie for your breakfast. You can be creative and add other things too. Below, is just an example.

• Ingredients: 1 scoop chocolate whey protein powder, water, a dash of milk, 1 teaspoon peanut butter (unsweetened), 1 scoop instant oats
• Method: Mix all the ingredients in a shaker or blender and blend until smooth and mixed well. You can eliminate oats if you want to have a low-carb diet.
   

As a Replacement of Snacks

Whey protein is known for its ability to make you feel satiated for long durations. This can help in cutting down on unhealthy cravings. During the afternoon, one often craves sugary snacks which are not good for your body. Whey protein shakes can be a good alternative in this case. Instead of munching processed foods and snacks, gulp whey protein shakes in your snack time.

As an Over-Indulgence Buster

It becomes very difficult to say no to unhealthy but tasty foods, especially during festive and wedding seasons. While you are out enjoying the ceremonies or festivities, you tend to consume all the unhealthy stuff and thus fail on your weight loss goals. 

Here is how whey can help. Consume a glass full of whey protein shake before you head out for any functions or celebrations. This way you will feel full and won’t overindulge yourself into unhealthy eating. You can still enjoy all the delicacies without eating excess.

As a Post-Workout Revitalizer

Working out is very important while you are consuming whey protein. It will help in building muscles and lose weight. Just by consuming whey protein shakes you won’t lose weight or be able to maintain it. A combination of proper diet, exercise and whey protein shake is what will get you the desired results.

Whey protein shakes combined with resistance training will give you the maximum results. Consume whey protein shake after your workout. It will help your muscles relax and enhance muscle recovery while helping you to build muscles. Though, when it comes to weight loss through whey protein shakes, it is not yet established what time is the best to consume. So, you can consume a whey protein shake either 30 minutes before or 30 minutes after the workout.

Consuming it post-workout will replenish your muscles and help re-building muscles and lead you to your fitness goals.

What We Want You to Understand

Whey protein shakes alone won’t help you lose extra pounds and reach your ideal weight. When consumed accordingly with diet and exercise, it gives the best results. Don’t replace your every meal with whey protein shakes. Whey protein is just a supplement that can be used as a quick replacement for your meals. Don’t skip whole foods even when you are trying to lose weight. This will lead to nutritional deficiencies in the body. It is extremely important to develop healthy eating habits that can help you reach your goal and maintain it afterward. 

Which Whey Protein Should You Go For?

Choose a whey protein that has no added refined sugars, preservatives or other harmful substances. A clean whey protein powder will be your key to achieve your goals, just like MuscleBlaze Biozyme Whey. What’s unique about it is that it’s exclusively designed keeping in mind the Indian dietary habits and leads to better absorption of protein owing to MuscleBlaze’s patent-pending Enhanced Absorption Formula (EAF). it offers you 50% higher absorption and 60% lower stomach discomfort. You will also experience 60% higher BCAA absorption with MuscleBlaze Biozyme Whey.

A protein crafted to solve all your problems related to protein and help you reach your muscle-building goals. Use it accordingly to see the results you want