How has Yoga Helped Top 7 Celebrities Achieve their Fitness Goals?

Fitness is indeed a trendy buzzword or a must part of anyone’s routine now. Amid a pandemic or even during a pandemic people have realized the importance of fitness. From top influencers to celebrities, nation ministers, business owners, etc. have promoted an idea that being fit is not just a trend but an integral part of your life.

In 2019, the prime minister to aamaadmi,  launched Fit India Movement (in August), and the 5^thannual International Day of Yoga (June 21), topics around fitness gained a great importance. Leading the way are influencers or celebrities whom we relate to the most. People look upon them for inspiration on what kind of lifestyle one should cater, what food to eat or what kind of work routine works the best and so much more.

Be it Yoga, Pilates to Aerobics and Martial arts, the sky has no limit for types of workout regimes. Amongst all, Yoga has been considered as one of the most effective regimes. Yoga is beyond just doing simple stretches. It is about integrating a balance, strength, flexibility and relaxation in the body through a series of postures, movements and breathing patterns.

From Shipa Shetty to Prajakta Kholi, Milind Soman and many celebrities who are including Yoga Practice in their routine for a healthy lifestyle.

Here’s a sneak-peak at seven Indian celebrities who have expressed their love for the ancient Indian practice, YOGA.

1. Shilpa Shetty

Shipa Shetty is one of the most inspired and admired celebrities for how she has maintained herself. She is a great example of a beauty aging with grace. Isn’t it? She  not only practices Yoga but also encourages people to adapt into their lifestyle. She does so by having her own Youtube channel, personal DVDS/CDs in which she showcases different asanas and pranayamas. She has always credited Yoga for her toned body.

Along with this, she shares the importance of inculcating a healthy diet with organic foods or healthy substitutes for delicious delicacies for her kid. She shares some interesting recipes on her channel as well like for Holi she shared Healthy Thandai recipe.

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2. Prajakta Koli

Prajakta Kholi, an Indian Youtuber, known as Mostly Sane, shared her daily routine which included Yoga as one of integral parts. She mentioned in one of her interviews how Yoga has helped her to balance her physical health & be at peace mentally. The moment she discovered the depth of Yoga, she fell in love with it.  She keeps sharing some of her happy stories after a peaceful yoga regime.

 

Along with cardio benefits and relaxation with regular yoga practice, having a sensible diet helped her to embark on the fitness journey she had been chasing every year as a one of the new year resolutions.

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3. Akshay Kumar

Akshay Kumar is known for his discipline & love towards fitness. Would you believe, if I say that he is already around 54 years old? Yes, that’s true. And, the secret behind this incredibly fit man is his dedication and consistency towards Yoga and other fitness activities.

Despite having a busy schedule, he always manages his time such that he does not miss out on his Yoga practice & other sports. He even shared a picture of himself doing Yoga along with his family on International Yoga Day back in 2016. No doubt he is a strong man inside out.

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4. SunainaRekhi

When you are talking about Yoga & influencers, SuninaRekhi has to be there. She is one of the topmost Yogini or Indian Yoga Influencer who has coached well-known celebrities like Anurag Kashyap. For her Yoga is like a devotion which made her life.

She explains how Yoga helps you increase your flexibility, keep your metabolism in check,  reduce unhealthy weight, and how it accelerates respiration and mental health. She makes you instill your faith in Yoga for a healthier life.

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5. Milind Soman

One of the most admired & hottest hunk Indian celebrities whom we can’t miss on. Ofcourse, we are talking about Milind Soman who has inspired not only men but also won the hearts of many women for his fitness. He has promoted & indulged himself in various athlete programs, ran marathons and Yoga has been an important part of his fitness program.

He has shown his love for ancient Indian practice by showcasing complex asanas such as handstands. He even proposes the idea of inculcating a healthy eating habits to maintain overall well-being

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6. Malaika Arora

A goddess of hotness and an epitome of beauty, Malaika Arora, has always believed that Yoga is a way of life. She does Yoga everyday which has helped her to strike a balance between her professional life which is her passion & also spent quality time with her family.

She has started a project to promote the idea of a healthy lifestyle with Yoga, eating healthy and also healthy mental well-being. She mentions that sometimes to be consistent seems tiring but she knows that is just as phase. She enjoys doing Yoga so it helps her to be focused.

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7. Shikhar Dhawan

Known as one of the best cricketers in India, Shikhar Dhawan is a left-handed opening batsman and an occasional right-arm off break bowler. Being fit is one of the most integral aspects of a cricketer’s life. Yoga not only improves one’s flexibility but also works on one’s core muscles and allows you to practice cardio-centric exercises.

Shikhar Dhwan had mentioned in one of his interviews that Yoga, an Indian ancient practice, has always helped him to perform better on the field. He even said that along with his mobility and patience, Yoga has helped him with effectively managing his emotions like stress.

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With Yoga, you realize that all the hurdles towards achieving your dreams are just illusions of mind. You just need to focus & work in harmony with your mind. Like these celebrities, you too can achieve what you want. Just set your mind right.

– Riddhi Pandya