Kareena Kapoor swears by it. As do Rani Mukherji and Sridevi. And a gazillion other celebrities! The Surya Namaskar, a sequence of 12 yoga poses that flow into each other with rhythmic breathing, is touted as the one series that can keep you fit. Even if you don’t have the time for any other strenuous […]
Love handles you can hide but what do you do when one appears on your face? The dreaded double chin is hated universally and often acts as the final wakeup call for those who’ve been putting off getting their fitness routine in order. But while gymming, yoga and dieting may help shed pounds and inches […]
When you return home from work this evening, ditch the elevator and climb up the stairs to your apartment. Better still, put down your bag and go up and down a few times before finally entering your home. Actor Akshay Kumar does this almost daily. The Khiladi, who prefers “natural workouts” to gymming, used […]
The benefits of yoga are far more than increased flexibility. The many yogasanas leave you with a stronger body, peace of mind, good health and weight loss. If you’ve been struggling to lose weight from your things, it’s time to hit the mat! Utkatasana (Chair Pose) Sitting in a chair is easy. But try sitting […]
The versatility of group exercise sessions and the accountability factor keep you motivated for longer Be it power yoga sessions, a barbell boot camp or dance-based classes, group coaching has emerged as a popular exercise choice. Being in a group beats hitting the treadmill or mounting the stepper and continually looking at the clock to […]
The latest crop of fitness tech products comprises wearables that can be worn through the day and can decode your movement patterns, calorie count and sleep functions. According to HIS, an industry forecaster, sales of wearable technology that can link to the Internet or work with mobile apps will grow from $8.6 billion in 2012 […]
You’ve been exercising each day regularly but aren’t really shedding the kilos. Have you been watching your diet? A recent study has shown that eating less is far more important than exercising to lose weight. Everyone knows that the key to weight loss is to consume fewer calories than you burn. For most people, it’s […]
The benefits of yoga go far beyond improving flexibility. A strong and flexible body, peace of mind, good health, even weight loss. It sure pays to hit the mat and benefits of yoga are immense. Recent research shows that far from being a simple system, the complexity of yoga and its many asanas can keep […]
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 […]
Have you found yourself pounding the treadmill for what seems like an hour, only to check your watch to find it’s only been 10 minutes? At HealthifyMe, it’s Interval Training Week where we hope to make your exercise regimen more interesting. By mixing up your workouts, and alternating high intensities with bouts of recovery, you’ll […]
What better way to celebrate World Yoga Day than an early morning salutation to the sun? Over 70 enthusiastic Bangaloreans gathered together at the Landscape amphitheater at Freedom Park to participate in HealthifyMe’s World Yoga Day event in partnership with Brekkie on Sunday, June 21. The event began at 6.45 am with a yoga session […]
By Habil
On this World Yoga Day, as I look back I remember how I started my yoga journey around seven years ago. At the time, I was working for a corporate company and had a desk job. I longed to lead a healthier and fitter life, not just at a physical level but mentally, spiritually. That […]
Is your hectic schedule taking its toll on your body? Do you find it hard to get through the day after a workout because of those sore muscles? You probably need a massage, which eases inflammation, improves blood flow and reduces muscle tightness. But since most of us can’t fit a session with a masseur […]
Is your TV time competing with your workout schedule? Don’t fret; you can watch your show and your weight at the same. TV can even make your workouts go by faster, seeing as how most people need distractions because they don’t like exercise. It may even encourage you to keep coming back, since you’ll start […]
Daily walkers may find it hard to measure whether rounds of the building or park have made any impact on their weight. To best determine whether pounding the pavement is paying off, you need to start using a pedometer. Tracking every step you take, a pedometer can be a big motivator, helping you reach your […]
Are you shying away from yoga just because you can barely touch your toes without bending your knees? Well, don’t be discouraged by your inflexibility; you don’t need to be flexible to do yoga. In fact, being very bendy doesn’t make you better at yoga at all. Those with stiff bodies will encounter a few […]
Leg extensions are a staple exercise in the realm of fitness and strength training, renowned for their ability to sculpt powerful and well-defined quadriceps muscles. Often found in leg day routines and recommended by fitness enthusiasts and professionals alike, leg extensions hold a prominent place in shaping lower body strength and aesthetics. As you embark […]
By Aditi Shenai
Long hours at your desk may be rewarded with a great appraisal, but on the flip side, a sedentary lifestyle takes its toll on your health. Complaints of neck, shoulder and back pain are common. But these posture-related problems can easily be tackled, without leaving your desk with these simple ‘yoga in office’ stretches. For […]
‘Armed’ with some good advice, you don’t need to hit the gym to keep your upper limbs in shape. Here are three ways you can strengthen and tone your arms without weights: Arm rotations Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hold your arms out parallel to the floor, cupping both hands as if you’re […]
Wondering what moves to master to improve your core function and gain an edge in that running competition? Or looking for a way to boost your balance so that playtime with the grandchildren is painless, and they’re impressed with your agility? Find the answer in Functional Training (FT), which can help adults across all ages […]
The endless nursing-diapering-rocking sessions of babyhood and the countless tantrums of the toddler years leave little scope for new mommies to hit the gym. But there’s no excuse for lugging pregnancy weight around on your child’s third birthday. Experts say you should stop considering your kid a hindrance to your workout routine and rather make […]
Are you ready to start work on reducing those thunder thighs? Let’s start with your saddlebags, which is the fat located around the hips and thighs. Here are five steps to losing those saddlebags: Aerobics Do aerobic exercises five to six days a week, about 45 to one hour sessions. Jumping rope, running, swimming, tennis […]
Set on wearing sleeveless this summer? It might be a good time to check on that armpit fat. The jiggly bit of flab that hangs off your arm and underarm isn’t easy to lose, but you can build the muscles in certain areas to make it appear tighter. A combination of cardio for fat burning […]
The race has been run, and you’ve hit the finish line. But it’s not time to stop yet. At the end of a marathon, many runners tend to come to a dead stop, heading straight for their cars. But it’s important to keep moving even after the run, and get your heart rate down by […]
Injuries are the biggest obstacle any runner faces, and during a long-distance competitive run like a marathon, I’d advise you be extra-careful to ensure old wounds don’t flare up. Some things you can keep in mind before the big race: The right biomechanics This means running with good posture, correcting the wrong muscle and joint […]
Worried that your fitness routine is half-measured? Maybe it’s time you tried a full body workout. Full body workouts are compound workouts, where all major muscles and joints are involved. They are more effective because multi-joint workouts recruit more muscle fibers and are effective in changing the body faster than the isolated or single joint […]
Four out of every 10 marathoners ‘hit the wall’ – experience an intense loss of energy – during the marathon race. This happens because their bodies run out of glycogen (stored carbohydrate that is converted to energy) forcing them to slow down. But you don’t need to stock up on factory-made energy bars, gels or […]
Many believe that to be a successful runner, all you have to do is sprint regularly. The truth is that to become a stronger and faster runner you need to strength-train too. Some studies have shown runners can reduce injuries with just 10 to 20 minutes of strength-training daily. A majority of runners benefit from […]
Wondering if your daily sprint is helping you stay in shape? Yes it is. Running is one of the most efficient ways to burn calories and get fit without having to restrict your diet. If you’re combining a regular running routine with cutting calories, you’re likely to lose weight. It’s convenient It costs nothing, you […]
I have a saying that goes, “If you can’t lift and move your own bodyweight, you have no business setting foot in a weight-room.” Building a good physique has long been associated with spending long hours at the gym, lifting dumbbells and repping out on every set. But before the rise of machines, weights and […]
