Let's face it. We all need someone who would tell us exactly what celebrities, influencers, tastemakers, founders, movers and shakers have in their little black book. So, we became that person, and we’re shining the spotlight on Joel Eric Pinto, Co-founder of Knox Studio and Nack, a personal trainer, a certified nutritionist and someone for whom fitness is a way of life. When not running marathons and helping folks reach their fitness goals at Knox's stunning facility in Link Road, Delhi— you can find him playing pickleball and travelling. We got a hold of him between all this and asked him what things he keeps wanting more of. Here's what he shared with us:
A Few Of Joel Eric Pinto's Favourite Things
Overview
Whoop
Joel says, 'Whoop reminds me to prioritise sleep and recover from my workouts better' Well, if you haven't heard about Whoop then you need to get on this STAT! It's currently the most superior wearable device that shares constant insights about the user's health, recovery, and performance based on meticulous tracking of your body's physiological data.
d'you Unkissed Sunscreen
₹2200
Joel's athletic self can be seen out and about on his Instagram, from heading the Knox Studio Run Club to running marathons to training hard to soak in all that serotonin from the sun. So you best believe he will have a tried-and-tested and much-loved sunscreen as his go-to. Which in this case is d'you's Unkissed Sunscreen, made with a patented capsule technology, capsules containing new-age sunscreen filters with SPF 50+ and PA++++ protection.
Pro Tip: Best sunscreens to buy
Oud Arabia – Voice of Soul
₹5290
Joels says, 'This is my current favourite fragrance'. Oud Arabia is a household name in the world of ouds. This one in particular is a strong and heady mix of woody notes with oud at the forefront (of course) coupled with notes of Raspberry, Golden Sun, Geranium, Benzoin, K. Saffron and Amber.
Coffee Beans From Grind Bar
Grind Bar in Goa is where the cool kids can be seen grabbing coffee, matcha and brunch when in Goa. They sell coffee beans in limited drops that can be bought either in-store or online on their web shop.
Pro Tip: Best cafes in Goa
Whey Protein From Nack
₹2999
Joel says, 'The whey protein from Nack helps me get my daily protein fix without the nasties.' Nack Life makes supplements using only natural active ingredients that are clinically proven to ensure effective and gentle solutions.
Flowlyf – Adjustable Height Desk
₹9990
Thanks to Joel, we know just what we need to make our WFH days more productive and less sedentary. This Wooden Standing Desk Converter from Flowlfy easily raises the height of your desk to be used as a standing table when you want to straighten your spine after long hours of slouching (that's us!). Joels says, 'This helps me alternate between sitting and standing while I work.'
Beats Powerbeats Pro 2
₹29900
'I use these head phones for running. The fit is very snug, doesn’t come off or fall while running and I can hear car horns while enjoying music so its feels safe too.'
Hostage Tapes' Nose Strips and Mouth Tapes
₹2134
Joel says, 'These help me sleep better' and if you are someone who struggles with breathing through their nose while sleeping, this brand comes highly recommended for changing your life (no kidding).
Favourite Eateries In Delhi NCR
Joel's favourite eateries in Delhi are a mix of spots with clean, wholesome food like Pero (the cafe adjoining Knox), Genre and Dirty Good that serve scrumptious plates of brunch (specially the eggs) and great coffee and OG spots like Perch, Leo's, Carnatic Cafe coupled with Long Finish By Ramen Donn, Gurugram's go-to destination for authentic ramen.
Pero
Genre
Perch
Long Finish By Ramen Donn
Leo's
Favourite Spots To Unwind At In Delhi
'Home is where I truly wind down' but listed the Knox Run Club at Lodhi Garden that happens on Saturdays, 6:45AM as his spot of weekly pilgrimage. He also enjoys playing pickleball at Dirty Good's pickleball court or at the Rulo court in Panchshila Club. Additionally, he occasionally enjoys picnicking at Sunder Nursery.
Knox Run Club At Lodhi Garden
Pickleball At The Pickle Club, Dirty Good
Picnic At Sunder Nursery
