Ophela Mhlauli, Instagram
After successfully navigating her own weight loss journey and self-esteem issues, Ophela Mhlauli has become passionate about helping other women change their lives for the better as well as promoting healthy and balanced lifestyles for women in fitness.
GLAMOUR caught up with Mhlauli to discuss fitness, energy boosting foods and remaining committed and consistent to the cause. Take a look at the Q&A below.
What drew you to the fitness and health industry?
My weight loss journey in high school drew me to health and fitness. I was an overweight child and at the time, all I wanted was to lose weight the quickest way possible. Little did I know that I would fall in love with it and make it my lifestyle.
How do you remain committed and consistent to your fitness routine?
I am not always committed and motivated. But when creating a routine, you need to make it work for you! You know yourself more than anyone, you know what works and you know what doesn’t. So that way you are able to stay consistent.
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A post shared by OPHELA MHLAULI 🇿🇦(@fit_ophela) on Feb 28, 2019 at 1:08am PST
What are your three key tips for the fitness and health beginner?
Experiment and do your research until you find what works for. Give your body the right nutrition and all the patience that it needs.
What does your daily diet consist of?
Healthy carbs, protein and healthy fats.
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A post shared by OPHELA MHLAULI 🇿🇦(@fit_ophela) on May 3, 2019 at 12:22am PDT
For the active woman, which foods are good for energy boosting?
Oats, bananas, brown rice, sweet potato, coffee. Fatty fish like salmon and tuna are also good sources of protein, fatty acids and vitamin b.
Can you recommend a basic exercise routine for our audience to try out?
Try out this full body burner. Do 15 reps each and 5 sets.
Jumping squats
Burpees
Reverse lunge
High knees and push ups
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A post shared by OPHELA MHLAULI 🇿🇦(@fit_ophela) on May 2, 2019 at 12:28am PDT
