Namita Nayyar:
What exercises comprise your fitness regime or workout routine you may wish to share?
Ivana Rodríguez:
Squats are a very complete exercise that shouldn’t be missing in anyone’s routine. And also walking and maintaining an active lifestyle.
Namita Nayyar:
How do you train your abs? One secret to your toned body.
Ivana Rodríguez:
After motherhood, the abdomen gets much stretched and it takes up to a year for all organs and muscles to resettle. For this recovery it is important to do hypopressive exercises. In addition to this, I am a big fan of the isometric plank to work on the abdomen.
Namita Nayyar:
Do you take a special diet or have a strict menu that you follow to remain healthy and physically fit?
Ivana Rodríguez:
I followed a strict diet for 3 months and I can say that I learned a lot from it. But to be honest, I manage better with the freedom of eating what I feel, taking into account what my body needs and asks for in each moment. Listen to your body. I do treat myself a little bit as well, but I mostly try to give my body healthy foods. Little oil, plenty of vegetables and fruits, fish, meat and legumes.
Namita Nayyar:
Five foods you absolutely love and five you keep to a minimum.
Ivana Rodríguez:
The foods I like:
Lentils with baby back ribs.
Pasta with spicy oil, garlic and parmesan cheese.
Roasted chicken.
Spanish tortilla (Potato omelet).
Paella.
Foods I avoid:
-Pasta although I love it I try to always eat it whole wheat, and leave regular pasta for
occasional moments.
I also try to avoid sweets.
Alcohol.
Fried foods.
Oil in large quantities.
Namita Nayyar:
You have glowing skin and gorgeous hair. Share with us your hair care and skincare routine.
Ivana Rodríguez:
The most important thing for the skin is having a good and daily cleansing and moisturizing. The products depend on which ones work best for each individual. In my case without any oil.
I avoid burning my hair by not straightening it on a daily basis, so I only use it when I have special events. I use a moisturizing mask on the mid-lengths and ends at leasttwice a week.
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