Tag: workout
-
Five ways to motivate yourself to work out
Most of us know the benefits of working out and want to sweat more often. But finding the motivation to make fitness a part of the daily routine is a tough ask. Heading out for a workout in the a.m. or for a long walk in the p.m. isn’t easy – there are so many…
-
Weekly workout: Stair running
Stair running is a great way to switch up from your usual routine, and it has some added benefits in terms of exercise too. It’s a very high-intensity workout that will improve your speed, running power and cardiovascular fitness. In addition, you will find that your running technique, especially your striding and your foot striking…
-
I lost 12.5 kg in 8 months
Name: Rachana Shukla Age: 30 years Now: 68.5 kg Then: 81 kg Lost: 12.5 kg in 8 months Rachana Shukla’s weight ranged between 58 and 60 kg but started increasing after her marriage. “My weight increased drastically, around 15-20 kg, in 2012-13,” says the Hyderabad-based IT professional. “I had a desk job and worked late…
-
Low intensity post-pregnancy exercises
On your physician’s recommendation, once the gap in your abdominal muscles has closed, you can move on to some low-intensity intermediate post pregnancy exercises. Remember that your ligaments and joints will be loose for at least three months after giving birth, so avoid any high-impact exercises or sports that require rapid direction changes. Vigorous stretching…
-
Exercises to lose that belly fat
Having trouble buttoning up your favourite pair of jeans? It’s time to focus on working off that belly fat. Abdominal weight, known as visceral fat, isn’t just a sign of being out of shape. It can be dangerous – as it forms between your organs, within your abdominal cavity, it secretes proteins that can trigger chronic inflammation, putting you…