Last Updated:October 17, 2025, 14:02 IST

Sara Tendulkar opened up about her fitness mantra that is rooted in discipline, mindfulness, and small pleasures. Her approach is backed by science rather than following fads.

Sara Tendulkar combines science, mindfulness, and indulgence.

Sara Tendulkar walks into the wellness space with a quiet confidence, the kind that comes not from trends, but from understanding. The 27-year-old, daughter of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, is carving her own niche in health and fitness, one that blends science, mindfulness, and a hint of indulgence.

In a recent Power Hour episode with Curly Tales, Sara Tendulkar opened up about her food philosophy, her love for Pilates, and her favourite post-workout smoothie, which is a recipe that’s as delicious as it is nourishing.

A Nutritionist First, Always

What makes Sara stand out in a world full of fitness influencers is her solid academic foundation. With a Master’s in Clinical Nutrition, she approaches health with a science-backed mindset rather than following fleeting fads. “I’ve always been a big foodie,” she admits, recalling childhood memories of misal pav breakfasts and homemade chivda from her Maharashtrian-Gujarati home. But over time, she’s learned how to turn comfort cravings into something truly nourishing.

One of her go-to recipes? A tropical protein smoothie she fondly calls “a pina colada that went to the gym.”

Here’s what goes in:

• 1 cup frozen mango and pineapple
• 1 tsp each of ground flaxseed, shredded coconut, and soaked chia seeds
• 1 scoop vanilla whey protein
• ½ cup coconut water
• A splash of coconut milk

Blended, it’s thick, creamy, and naturally sweet, making it a perfect post-workout recovery drink that fuels the body without the sugar crash.

Wellness Without Extremes

Sara’s approach to wellness is refreshingly realistic. She doesn’t believe in deprivation or “cheat days.” For her, balance is the secret. Her guilty pleasure? A crispy cheese dosa – buttery, indulgent, and unapologetically satisfying. “That’s my comfort food,” she says with a smile. It’s her reminder that wellness doesn’t have to mean giving up joy. It’s about knowing when to move, when to rest, and when to savour that extra bite.

Finding Strength In Pilates

Sara’s fitness journey began not in a Mumbai gym, but in London, where she first discovered Pilates. What started as curiosity turned into a life-changing passion. When she moved back to Mumbai, she took a leap and launched her own Pilates Academy in Bandra. For Sara, Pilates isn’t just a workout. It’s her daily grounding ritual. “It helps me slow down and reconnect,” she says. And perhaps that’s the real secret behind her radiant energy: not chasing perfection, but finding peace in consistency.

In an industry obsessed with quick fixes, Sara Tendulkar is shaping a new definition of fitness that is rooted in discipline, mindfulness, and small pleasures. From her smoothie rituals to her Pilates sessions, she’s proof that wellness doesn’t have to be rigid; it just has to be real.