Namita Nayyar:
Do you follow any specific dietary approach (macros, intermittent fasting, paleo, plant-based) permanently, or does it vary by season?
Maya Nassar:
Dietary Approach:
I am a firm believer in Macros (Flexible Dieting). It allows me to adjust my fuel based on my training volume and avoids the metabolic damage that comes with extreme, restrictive fads.
Namita Nayyar:
Fitness models often deal with sweat, frequent washing, and styling damage. What is your hair care routine – products, masks, or treatments you swear by to keep your hair healthy and shiny?
Maya Nassar:
Beauty & Wellness
Hair Care:
Frequent washing is a reality. I swear by sulfate-free shampoos and a weekly deep-conditioning mask containing argon oil to combat the dryness from sweat and styling.
Namita Nayyar:
Skin care is critical when you wear competition makeup and train daily. Walk us through your morning and evening skincare routine. Any specific tips for preventing breakouts from sweat and supplements?
Maya Nassar:
Skincare:
Morning: Gentle cleanser, Vitamin C serum, and SPF (non-negotiable).
Evening: Double cleanse (to remove sweat and makeup), Retinol, and a heavy moisturizer.
Tip: Change your gym towel every single session and wash your face immediately after training to prevent “sweat acne.”
Namita Nayyar:
Do you have a pre-competition beauty ritual (tanning, skin prep, hair styling) that helps you feel mentally ready on stage?
Maya Nassar:
Pre-Competition Ritual:
The professional spray tan is the final “suit of armor.” It highlights the muscle definition I’ve worked months for. Mentally, it tells me the work is done and it’s time to perform.
Namita Nayyar:
You’ve achieved the title of Ms. Fitness Universe 2025. What is the next mountain you want to climb? Another competition, a global expansion of Start Living Right, or a completely new venture?
Maya Nassar:
The Future
The Next Mountain:
My focus is now on the release of my film, Patina, in summer 2026. It’s a transition into a new kind of storytelling where I can highlight social justice and human rights issues, which are just as important to me as physical health.
Namita Nayyar:
Your app and gym are successful in Lebanon. Do you plan to bring Start Living Right to the UAE, Europe, or the US in the coming years?
Maya Nassar:
Global Expansion:
Yes! We are looking at expanding the Start Living Right brand. The goal is to make the app a global household name, specifically targeting the UAE and the US markets where there is a high demand for structured, science-based wellness.
Namita Nayyar:
Finally, if you could leave one sentence on a mirror for every young woman who wants to start her fitness journey tomorrow, what would it say?
Maya Nassar:
Mirror Message: “Your only competition is the woman you were yesterday—give her a reason to be proud.”
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