Elmi Durana is the founder and COO of San Diego-based supplement company Cymbiotika. Read Hollywood Life’s exclusive Q&A below.
Tell us about your journey with Cymbiotika. Where did the name and inspiration come from?
The inspiration for Cymbiotika came from the lack of living a life with purpose and giving back to the community of people who want to live longer and healthier lives forever, not only for themselves but also for their loved ones.
Can you walk us through your daily routine when it comes to health and fitness?
I always start my day with meditation and encourage myself with gratitude in my heart. I then set my intentions for the day, which starts by going to the gym every day for exactly 45 minutes. I break my intermittent fast with a green smoothie after the gym and then have a late lunch in the Cymbiotika office after team strategy meetings. I always reserve a time at 2pm to have 15 minutes of peace and quiet to reset. After picking up my kids from school, I clear my head to interact with them in a healthy and productive way by asking them how their day was. From that moment on, it will all be a family because I make sure we all eat together with my husband and children for a nice, healthy dinner. Health is more than exercise; This is how we unconditionally treat those we love.
What advice would you give to working women like you when it comes to prioritizing their health and fitness?
You need to use your health as the driving force of your daily life. It’s always important to me to go to the gym every morning after dropping my kids off at school. This sets the tone and motivates my mind to help define strategic trading strategies for the day. Many women put health and fitness as a priority on the day they need to tone up first.
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Do you think it is possible to “work hard, play hard”? If so, how does this apply to your life?
I think they are related. It is a wrong mentality to believe that one is a reward for the other. You should always have fun while working so that the work does not seem trivial. The blessing is having the opportunity to be one, not two. This is the ultimate reward.
What health and wellness values do you think are most important to teach children?
Honestly, the most important wellness values for my kids are keeping them active. This means limited screen time on their phones and devices. One of the big secrets is always hydration. To keep them healthy while traveling, the key is to drink plenty of water. Remember to make them smile so they can associate movement with happiness.
What are some of Cymbiotika’s most popular products? Do you have any personal favourites?
The most popular products of Cymbiotika are Vitamin C and Magnesium Glutathione. My personal favorites are B12, Vitamin D3, Probiotic K2 and of course Super Greens.
What are your biggest health and fitness goals for 2024?
I want to focus on my health from the inside out. In other words, I think it’s good to always work both mentally and physically. Mental health will be key for me this year as I am excited to strengthen my spiritual health journey.
How can you prioritize your health and fitness while traveling? Any tips or tricks?
At Cymbiotika we design our products around travel. Our packages are made to be used anywhere. Our goal has always been to eliminate health concerns and make your lifestyle as intuitive as possible.
Source: Hollywood Life
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