| Fadhil Yunus |
THE Energy Kitchen has pledged support to the recipient of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Olympic Solidarity Programme training scholarship Mohd Fakhri bin Ismail by providing a three-month sponsorship meal plan to enhance the athlete’s preparations for the Olympic Games in Rio.
With the Olympics three months away, the meal plan has yielded a positive effect on the national sprinter and has vastly benefited him during his recovery period.
“I look after my diet and nutrition so in a week I felt great and recovery has been sufficient. Training conditions are also great as I’ve had been enriched with sufficient proteins, carbs and fibre”, said Fakhri in an interview with the media following the announcement of the collaboration.
The Energy Kitchen prepared the meal but would replace it with an alternative should there be any dishes which are not suitable for Fakhri though the measurement of calories will remain the same.
As a sprinter, Fakhri requires 2,500 calories per day and has been customised with a medium carbs plan as opposed to a low carbs plan.
Group photo session with Wu Chun, Awang Mohd Fakhri (third left) and Alim Roslan
The collaboration started two weeks ago and the owner of Energy Kitchen, Wu Chun, emphasised that proper diet and nutrition are crucial for high intensity sports training and that the Energy Kitchen is happy to share their knowledge to fuel Fakhri and help him perform his optimum.
In creating the three-month plan, the Energy Kitchen is working closely with Alim Roslan, a US-certified trainer under the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) with experience in sports nutrition.
“Proper nutrition is important not just for performance but also with the recovery, this is where the gains are made; during recovery. So it is essential that the proper food is taken in to help maximise recovery and help build muscle”, Alim said.
“In the case of Fakhri, he’s a sprinter which requires a very high power to weight ratio”, he added.
Alim warned that without proper nutrition Fakhri’s performances may not be optimal adding that it is essential to get the right food and nutrients to provide him with energy for his morning session, replenish glycogen stores and also provide him with energy for his high intensity training.
“Carbohydrates, protein and fats must also be sufficient and at the right amount for his recovery post training”.
Fakhri, the national record holder for 100m, acknowledged the support of the Energy Kitchen saying that their meal preparation and his nutrition being taken care of with suitable, healthy and tasty meals has given him a massive lift to his training.
The national sprinter, who is also a local brand ambassador of international sports apparel Under Armour, has also received a complimentary lifetime membership from Fitness Zone in preparation of the upcoming Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The lifetime membership will not only assist the athlete to help him prepare for the Olympics but also goes hand in hand to further promote a healthy and fit lifestyle among Bruneians.
Wu Chun, who is also the Managing Director of Fitness Zone has a vision in supporting fresh local talents especially fitness enthusiasts who he shares the same passion.
“Our local athletes have a great influence on the public. Use that influence to lead people in living a better and meaningful life together with a healthy lifestyle”, the managing director said.
Mohd Fakhri became the latest popular figure associated with Fitness Zone which previously sponsored the first female motocross racer, swimming athletes as well as basketball players to name a few.
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