Manish Pandey’s fitness foundation started with playing various sports as a child.

Manish Pandey, the Indian cricketer from Kolkata Knight Riders, credits his family’s army background for instilling discipline and fitness in him from a young age. In a recent episode of ‘Train Like a Knight’ on KKR’s YouTube channel, Pandey shared insights into his daily routine and training regime. Growing up, he played multiple sports which laid a strong foundation for his fitness. He emphasized the importance of sticking to his fitness goals, including two strength and two cardio sessions per week.

Pandey follows a nutritious meal plan, opting for a light breakfast of eggs and porridge before workouts and a heavier meal post-gym session. He stressed the inclusion of curd in every meal for gut health and lightness, especially during summers. Additionally, he incorporates sources like flax seeds and fish oil for omega-3 benefits and overall body health.

Having represented India in 29 ODIs and 39 T20Is, Pandey has showcased his talent in the IPL, scoring 3,869 runs in 172 matches. As a two-time IPL winner with KKR, he remains dedicated to maintaining his fitness and performance levels.

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