Buffi Jashanmal's Blog

“I enjoyed a lot my classes with Buffi as my PT. She is so dynamic and has a big energy! And she knows how to motivate you. Her session are always different, each time she surprises me with something new, exciting and challenging. She gave me a new energy and I felt better days after days. I also take her FlyBarre classes, just to add a lil more into the mix.

Thank you for everything!!! You are the best!”

Aurélia Zearo, Dubai April, 2014

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“I first started training with Buffi for flywheel sports and was so motivated by her enthusiasm that I decided to train with her one on one. After our first session I realized that I had never known I had that many functioning muscles! I was unbelievably sore but felt incredibly amazing. Shes not only inspiring but she really knows how to work out each part of the body with new and interesting techniques every training. I have a 6 month old and an extremely weak knee and training with her has been the best thing i have done for both! THANK YOU BUFFI!”

Alexandra Igleheart, Mother & Entrepreneur, Dubai, UAE, October 2013

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“Seriously impressed with Buffi’s teaching skills, brilliant at the actual workout and awesome instructions. She always gives great advice and encouraging motivation. She nailed the balance between demonstration and actual correction, fixing form and making sure I got the right technique, to get the most out of the session. I got one kick ass workout, this girl means business!”

Adam Bigwood, OSN, Dubai, UAE, August 2013

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“I had a paranoid aversion to the idea of a Bootcamp till I signed up for Buffi Bootcamp. Buffi’s enthusiasm is contagious, the sessions are fun and addictive. I lost more weight and inches in 3 weeks with her, than in 4 months at the gym, not to mention enjoyed it more then had ever enjoyed working out. These sessions combine cardio, resistance and yoga, not to mention diet tips and easy, healthy recipes, that were delicious and quick to make. Thank you Buffi!”

Devika Singh, Psychiatrist, Dubai, UAE, July 2013

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“I can say with 100% certainty that Buffi is the only person who not only can get you to work out at 5 am but actually have you looking forward to it. She has helped me get back into a fitness routine and set target goals which I’ve been able hit within the first month of working out.

Her energy and passion have helped me change my entire lifestyle. Each day brings a new challenge and leaves me excited for the next session.”

Aisha Ali, Manager of Short-Term Program, NYU, Dubai, UAE, June 2013

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‘Buffi Boot Camp’ in a nutshell: Best workout I have ever had. I never hated working out, but I never really loved it, either. That all changed with my personal training sessions with Buffi. She is beyond client-centered. Even before we would meet up, she would meticulously plan my workouts based on my specific goals, strengths and weaknesses, as well as what worked (or didn’t work!) in the last session.

The workouts were CHALLENGING, but what I was really drawn to was that I never felt overwhelmed or discouraged, like I have with other trainers — Because Buffi’s workouts were so focused to my needs, I trusted that she had created plans for me that I could actually accomplish. In fact, Buffi pushed me to do more than I had ever done.

And it doesn’t hurt that she leads by example. I literally watched Buffi change her body and drop ridiculous amounts of body fat. Every workout we did, we did together. She is a complete powerhouse. Driven and Fun! I’ve never laughed so much while sweating so hard. She has a sincere desire to encourage and help people succeed and achieve their goals. She is on your side, and the results prove it.

Katy Parker, Massage Therapist, Great Jones Spa, New York, April 2013

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Whats in a name? let me explain. When first meeting a girl like Buffi, you think her name suits her to a T, a fashionable, cool, slim, girl from the right side of the tracks; but now I know her name was truly her destiny, “buff” is in Buffi for a really good reason. It’s a for-warning to those who are about to get a a real muscle whoopin’.

This lil’ lady brings it to the table and won’t let ya leave until you are mush. Sweaty, wobbly, truly pushed to the limits mush. In my opinion this is a good thing. I work out on a 5-6 days a week basis jogging and doing At home Jillian michaels workouts, and just when I thought I was a super rockstar and could handle it all, along comes Miss Buffi to show me I still have a long way.

With a smile and sense of humor, awesome location, and “i mean business” attitude the workouts seemed to pass quickly, but it was the painful week to come where I realized Buffi was “buff”ing me up for greatness

Thanks girl for helping me push myself, and helping me fight that post pregnancy weight.

Julianne Andrews, Make Up Artist, Dubai, UAE, April 2013

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“I have trained consecutively with Buffi for the last two years at the beginning of the year, post two very indulgent Christmases and New Years. I can not think of a better way to start the year. Buffi is fun, enthusiastic and her relentless energy makes you actually look forward to the next session. Her approach and understanding and meticulous planning of the work outs keep things interesting, challenging, dynamic and even FUN! I have worked with other trainers in the past and often found myself trying to think up a good excuse to miss a session. With Buffi, not only would she not have it, I genuinely didn’t want to ever miss a work out.

She kick started my last two years and got me back on track,helping me to enjoy working out and include it into my daily routine again. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough.”

Kim Guillemard, Entrepreneur, Dubai , UAE, March 2013

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Working the wardrobe backstage at Sandance with Basement Jaxx…

Has inspired me to pick up my needle and thread again! Keep your fingers on the thread, and eyes on the machine.. I’ll let you know when I’m ready to show off some seriously Burning Man-ready get up!

The Buff is back!

POWER HORSE BREAKFAST: Fegan French Toast





Classic Fe-Gan Diet (Fake-Vegan) – I gotta have my eggs!

What You Need



As with all my recipes, feel free to use all or some of the ingredients in the lists. As long as you have at least one from each list, you should be fine with the flavors.. You do not need to use all of the fruit if you don’t want.. I just like to pile it high!

In the Kitchen

The Usual Suspects

In the Shopping Basket



Savory: 1 x Sliced Wholewheat Bread, 1 x Full Egg, 2 x Egg whites

Sweet: Pomegranate seeds, Sliced Banana (half per person is enough), Kiwi & Grapefruit

Sour: Lime

Nuts: Sliced Almonds, Walnuts

Herbs: Fresh Mint

Dried Fruit: Chopped: Figs & Prunes (or dates work well too)

Spice Rack: Cinnamon, Fresh Cracked Pepper, Sea Salt, Crushed Chilli, Garlic Flakes

Condiments: Honey, Olive Oil

Frozen Aisle: Frozen Mixed Berries

What You Do

1. Crack the egg and egg whites into a bowl, and all seasoning from your spice rack, plus honey. Mix the eggs up and add the bread slice. Throw in a small handful of chopped dried fruit mix and some walnuts. 1/4 banana in there. Can push the nuts and fruit into the bread (making your own home-made walnut & banana bread! Cool hey!

2. Heat splash of olive oil in pan on high until warm.

3. Toast the almond slices under the grill for 3-5 min until they brown. Turn the grill off and remove from heat.

4. Bring down to medium-high temp and pour the egg and toast mixture into the pan.

5. Cover with lid and bring down to medium temp.

6. Turn the french toast once eggs cooked on the bottom side, if you like it a lil burnt like I do, check before you flip. Cover with lid and cook the other side.

7. Once cooked to how you like it.. pour onto a plate and drizzle with some honey, and pile on the slices fruit and frozen mixed berries, juice included.

8. FINISHING TOUCHES:

Squeeze Lime over everything

Add the toasted almonds

Cover with cinnamon

Drop some fresh mint on top

Add a lil more cracked pepper if you are crackers for it like me

and…..Enjoy!

The week that she taught so many classes they named it after her…

Hit with the flu, I was determined to get myself back to health ASAP, and sacrificing my healthy eating, well that was not going to happen! Before the shakes, shivers and aches really set in, I managed to drag myself to the supermarket and grab any vegetables I could grab without fainting. It was a game of Supermarket Sweep, me against the Flu.

Being the type of girl who does not do things in halves, one soup turned into The Soup Project, I now had three on the go. Half way through the final Special Brew Flu hit me. Shivering and aching all over, I was starting to regret my shopping mission. Moreover, rather confused as to how I thought it would be a good idea hang out in the kitchen when I should be in bed, cooking, for what seemed like, a small village. Classic me.

With that being said, 2 days later, Flu gone, I have enough soup for the week, yay! And wouldn’t it be selfish not to share? So here goes, #1 of 3 Souper Good Vegan Soups!.. the rest to follow soon.

SOUPER GREEN POWER SOUP

MAKES ENOUGH FOR 4 HUNGRY PEOPLE, including leftovers

What You Need

In the Kitchen

The Basics

Soup Blender

If you haven’t got a soup blender, YOU MUST GET ON! This simple to use kitchen appliance has changed my life. Without being dramatic, it really has!

In the Shopping Basket

FROZEN: 1 bag Frozen (or 2 bags Fresh Spinach)

1 bag Frozen Peas

HERB: Fresh Mint, Cilantro

PULSES: Chickpeas (pre-soaked and cooked in vegetable stock and spices of your choice), Lentils (pre-made with mushroom stock and peas)

NUTS: mixed, crushed, any type you like!

SAVORY: 2 Cucumbers, 1 Avocado, 1-2 bulbs garlic, Lime

SWEET: Pomegranate

SEASONING: Vegan Stock Cube (any flavor), Fresh Cracked Pepper, Cayenne Pepper

What You Do

1. Set the oven to 200. Roast garlic in oven with olive oil, salt and pepper for 30min-40min. I like to break the garlic bulbs into pieces and then squeeze out the cloves after they are cooked, but do what ever way you like to roast garlic.

2. In a big pot, throw in the bag of frozen spinach, bag of peas, the stock cube and cover with enough water so there is an inch or so above all the vegetables. Medium heat until everything starts to bubble. Cover for 10-20min on low heat, or until everything is soft. Season with cayenne and pepper to taste. Turn off and allow to cool. Add two massive handfuls of fresh mint.

3. Add 1/2 bulb of roasted garlic to soup mix. Save other half for garnish

4. Using Blender (follow instructions for your blender, it may come with a container to pour the soup mixture in for safer blending), blend everything until it is as mushy as you would like, you may want it souper-smooth, or you may like it a lil chunky like me.

3. Re-heat soup. Heat up lentils and chickpeas in separate pots.

4. Cut cucumber into quarters, chop avocado, slice up lime, cut cilantro leaves. Crush mixed nuts: can either put in a sandwich bag and smash with the bag of a big spoon, or can use a mechanical blender. I pref smashing with a spoon, so much more fun! De-seed pomegranate unless bought the seeds separately (hey, I’m in Dubai, you can buy everything prepped!)

5. Pour soup into 4 bowls. Pour a pile of lentils in the middle and some chickpeas on top. Throw some cucumber and pomegranate seeds over the top. A 1-2 tablespoons of crushed nuts and crack some pepper over the top. A Squeeze of lime or a wedge for garnish will go down a treat. Those whole love some hardcore garlic action, throw a couple of roasted pieces on there too.

6. Enjoy!

Delish Mixed Pepper & Sweet Potato Soup with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes to follow…

the re-worked vintage shirt dress.

Rock it over your striped shift dress with a belt.