Month: July 2015
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Indoor workouts: How to stay fit during the monsoon
What’s your exercise routine like? Most of us choose between a walk, run, yoga/Zumba class or a gym session. But what when it rains? Don’t let the monsoon rain down on your exercise schedule. Try these indoor exercises to keep yourself fit. #1 Push-ups These are great for increasing strength, and engage the core and […]
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Yoga that can be done at your desk
Sitting at a desk all day isn’t good for your health. Research shows that a sedentary lifestyle can take a toll on your health. People who work in sedentary jobs for 10 or more double their risk of bowel cancer and are more likely to develop heart disease, obesity, and diabetes. With most jobs now […]
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Stand up to slim down
Doctors say office-goers should stand or walk for five minutes every half hour of an eight-hour work day. That would put them on their feet for at least an hour and 20 minutes daily and help burn 2,500 calories every month.
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Why you should choose a virtual yoga class
As a virtual yoga trainer, I’ve often been asked how I can teach when I’m not face-to-face with my client. After all, proper supervision is necessary for anyone to master the posture, angles and moves for every asana. But I think there are several benefits to a virtual yoga class. For instance, the most common […]
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Try these healthy hot Indian breakfasts
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But wolfing down a plate of aloo puri or buttered toast, standard morning fare in many homes, will do you more harm than good. If you can’t do without a hot Indian breakfast, there are several healthier options to choose from. Take a look: Parathas? No, […]
