The Excelsior Health Podcast
This is the podcast for busy professionals and parents who are battling weight gain, high stress, and a drop of self confidence.
We take the confusing, complicated, and overwhelming parts of fitness and give you simple but effective strategies and tactics so you can learn how to priortize strength training, healthy habits, and a positive enviornment into your lifestyle.
Our goal is to help you transform your health one episode at a time!
The Excelsior Health Podcast
54. Ramadan Nutrition for Busy Professionals with Coach Jabbar
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Ramadan is a time for discipline, spirituality, and reflection — but it can also completely change your daily routine, eating patterns, and energy levels.
In this episode of the Excelsior Health Podcast, Coach Cory sits down with Coach Jabbar to break down a practical approach to nutrition during Ramadan for busy professionals who want to stay healthy, energized, and consistent with their fitness goals.
Instead of complicated tracking or restrictive dieting, Coach Jabbar shares a simple guideline-based approach to nutrition that prioritizes protein intake, calorie awareness, and mindful eating. These strategies help you maintain muscle, manage cravings, and avoid the common pitfalls that many people experience during fasting.
Whether you’re observing Ramadan or simply looking for a smarter way to approach nutrition, this episode offers clear and practical insights that can apply year-round.
💡 In This Episode You’ll Learn:
• Why protein intake is the foundation of sustainable nutrition 
• How to structure meals during Ramadan to maintain muscle
• A simple portion strategy using protein servings instead of calorie tracking
• The biggest mistake people make when breaking their fast
• Why blood work and nutrient deficiencies matter for long-term health
• Practical supplement strategies for busy professionals
Coach Jabbar also shares how he personally structures his meals during Ramadan while still training, maintaining strength, and losing body fat.
👉 If you know someone observing Ramadan — or someone trying to balance faith, family, and fitness — share this episode with them.
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⏱️ Chapters
00:00:00 – Ramadan, Discipline, and Health
00:01:20 – Nutrition Guidelines Instead of Calorie Tracking
00:04:30 – Protein Servings & Portion Strategies
00:10:30 – Blood Work, Deficiencies, and Personalized Nutrition
00:17:30 – Common Ramadan Eating Mistakes
00:26:00 – Supplements & Final Advice