You are what you eat!
Please consider everything on this list essential as Kodaikanal is a very small hill station and we do not get any of these items here. In case you forget something or are unable to source it call us. Everything on this list is available online, websites given below.
THE RESULTS WILL NOT BE OPTIMUM WITHOUT THE ITEMS ON THE CHECKLIST. ORDER THESE ATLEAST 2 WEEKS IN ADVANCE THEY TAKE TIME TO BE SHIPPED, UNLESS YOUR ORDERING FROM US, THEN WE WILL ENSURE. IT IS READY FOR YOU.
Please bring all medical reports and any medication that you are taking. Five supplements which are essential unless your doctor has prescribed against these.
You can buy all these from amazon/local pharmacy. We will share all details with you closer to date of camp.
1 box for a month
Recommended brands:
SWISSE Multivitamin /GNC
3 box for a month 60 pills/box
Recommended brands:
SWISSE DEEP SEA KRILL OIL
Omega 3 fatty acids are not produced by the body; hence we need to supplement it.
No, as the foods that have Omega 3 fatty acids like seeds, nuts etc are high on calorie which then interferes with our weight loss goal. Fish (salmon, mackerel, oysters) being one of the main sources of omega 3, are not served at the camp.
We would request you to try it, while you’re in the camp and after you leave the camp, it is totally your choice, if you do not feel the difference you are free not to take it. Everything we recommend to you, we as trainers have tested it on our own bodies.
If you have a problem with pills, then you can source the fish oil, but it is not available in India. You can call and discuss the same with us.
1 box for a month 30 pills/box
Recommended brands:
Good bug / VSL 3
You are required to take one pill every morning as a bare minimum. So please purchase a 30-pill box or more. In case you are on antibiotics, or have digestive issues then you will need 2 pills a day.
The foods that have good bacteria, like yoghurt, yakult etc do not have sufficient probiotics and also may contain high amounts of carbohydrates, fat and even sugar. We need a minimum of 20-25 billion CFU every day.
We would request you to try it, while you’re in the camp. After you leave the camp, it is totally your choice, if you do not feel the difference, your free not to take it. Everything we recommend to you, we as trainers have tested it on our own bodies.
1 box for a month 30 pills/box
Recommended brands:
Based on your profile & medical
Magnesium is a mineral found in the earth, sea, plants, animals and humans. About 60% of the magnesium in your body is found in bone, while the rest is in muscles, soft tissues and fluids, including blood. In fact, every cell in your body contains it and needs it to function and it’s involved in more than 600 reactions in your body, including:
Taking magnesium improves sleep quality by helping your mind and body relax. This relaxation helps you fall asleep faster and may improve your sleep quality.
You are required to take one pill (500mg) every night post dinner, as a bare minimum. So please purchase a 30-pill box or more. In case you have more soreness or any old injury/ pains, you will need 2 or more pills a day. So please purchase accordingly.
Everything we recommend to you, we as trainers have tested it on our own bodies.
If you have a problem with pills, then you can source the magnesium powder, but it is not available in India. You can call and discuss the same with us.
**Please do not buy any other brand of supplements. These are tried and tested brands by us. Most of the supplements are available in amazon or local pharmacies.
Any other brands other than the ones specified above please consult us before buying as they are expensive and do not want you to buy wrong supplements and then have them not used
*For vegetarian substitute Nutri Herb Omega 3 or Unived Ovegha 400 mg DHA available on www.amazon.in
P.S: Please purchase this only after your blood work has been shared with us, if your uric acid values are high, then we do not recommend protein shakes, but another supplement called EAA : Essential Amino Acids. We will share details based on your blood work and the benefits the same.
As we follow a vegetarian diet, we need to supplement with protein which aids to lose fat and gain muscle. Please source your own protein supplement and bring it along. However, we can also help you with the same at an additional cost.
We recommend Optimium Nutrtion Gold standard isolate chocolate flavour Or Dymatize Iso 100 any flavour of your choice. Please ensure you get a bill for this purchase as there are duplicates available.
Quantity: We recommend a 3 pound box to start with, if this is the first time you are consuming protein. If you are familiar with protein shakes a 5 pound box is useful.
IntraWorkout : This is a supplement to be had during your intense cardio and training sessions. This is a mixture of Electrolyte and Essential Amino Acids with no sugar. These are essential for recovery, to avoid muscle loss and increase protein synthesis. We have imported brands with us, on your arrival, you can try it, if it suits you, then you can purchase it from us.
We also need : Vitamin C: Celin : 500 mg : Non chewable : We recommend consuming 2000 mg every day, this helps with recovery and immunity. You will need 5 strips for 28 days and 3 strips for 14 days available at any medical store. Please ensure you buy the non chewable tablets.
All 8 Amino acids pills : This is a must available on Desert Cart.in. We will explain all benefits of the same in the TELL ME WHY Session. These are essential amino acids for the body.
They are all free apps which are essential for training. Please download it in advance on your phones.
Very essential for mornings and nights as it much cooler then.
Early mornings are cold. Thus recommended.
To cover your neck, ears and nose for cold
Two 1-litre bottles. One sipper bottle for gym and cardio sessions and the other preferably wide mouth bottle for during the day. We recommend Camelbak or any other BPA Free plastic/ glass bottle.
Two 1-litre bottles. One sipper bottle for gym and cardio sessions and the other preferably wide mouth bottle for during the day. We recommend Camelbak or any other BPA Free plastic/ glass bottle.
Warm socks for the night are a must. Please get a minimum of 2 pairs. Gym Socks atleast 5-7 pairs for your training and cardio. If you are someone who feels cold easily then get 2 pairs of woolen socks for the nights.
Carry your Head phones. Hobby related stuff: Books, Art material if you like drawing or painting; paper craft or any other leisure activity that you always want to do in your free time but never do. Just ensure it is more a relaxing activity to rejuvenate after your training not to physically intense.
Please avoid shorts / spaghettis or three fourth pants. You need full tracks, full sleeve hooded t-shirts. You don’t need any formal clothes; but weekly once we do go out for your cheat meal; for women basic causal jeans and a jacket and for men t-shirt and jeans or shirt and jeans is great.
We need 2 pairs of sports shoes, one for cardio sessions, usually in the outdoors and one ultra clean pair of shoes for the Gym/ Indoor cardio routines only. THIS IS A MUST. The shoes we recommend are – Nike Free and Cross Fit Reebok. If you have shoes and are not planning to buy new ones then please tell us which ones we will guide you. As good shoes are very important or you will have blisters and feet pain.
Once it gets a bit sunny you will need a hat. The sun in Kodaikanal is fairly strong.
Important as nights are nippy. The house is not centrally heated.
Indoor slippers for the house as it is cold, one for outside to use in the backyard, gardens etc.
Head gear is most important to keep you warm and going in the morning sessions.
This bag is very useful to bring things to the session for eg: to carry your bottle, heart rate monitor, socks, warm gloves etc. As there are quite a few things and most students forget one item or another and have to go to their room several times.
If you have an old injury please bring your personal knee / ankle / back / elbow / wrist band / braces as it is very difficult to find the correct sizes in Kodaikanal. Also old injuries do crop up, when you start exercising.
Important things to note