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Top 8 fitness equipment to build your home gym: Amazon Prime Day Sale offers pre-deals at up to 70% off

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 09:00:29 +0530

Building a consistent fitness routine starts with the right tools. Basic equipment like dumbbells, yoga mats, resistance bands, and skipping ropes can help you stay on top of your fitness game. These essentials help improve strength, flexibility, stamina, and posture while supporting weight management, heart health, and stress relief. From helping you engage in home …

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7 warm-up exercises for runners, approved by a physiotherapist and fitness expert

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 12:18:22 +0530

Do you usually just wake up, wash your face, brush your teeth, change your nightwear to your running gear, and set out for a run? Whether you are a beginner or a professional, remember that your body needs a proper wake-up all before you hit the ground running. According to fitness expert Shwetambhari Shetty, indulging …

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Best dumbbells for home gym: Top 8 picks for strength training

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 18:00:15 +0530

Strength training plays a crucial role in building muscle, enhancing endurance, and improving overall fitness. For those working out at home, dumbbells are a smart and space-efficient investment. Their versatility allows for full-body workouts like chest presses, bicep curls, squats, and more without the need for bulky equipment. A quality pair of dumbbells can help …

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6 effective yoga poses to relieve constipation and enhance digestive health

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 17:00:24 +0530

Practising yoga can be an excellent way to enhance digestive health and relieve discomfort associated with digestive issues, such as constipation. This can benefit individuals of all ages, as yoga’s gentle movements and stretches promote relaxation and improved blood flow to the digestive organs. Yoga for constipation relief includes numerous poses that can help ease …

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This pushup variation is a winner for weight loss and a stronger core!

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 18:00:54 +0530

When you think of an exercise that can be done just about anywhere, your mind will probably take you to pushups. It may seem like a basic and simple exercise, but it is great for your upper body. Want to build hip mobility as well? Then try one of the variations of this popular bodyweight …

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6 yoga poses for menstrual health - and why they can benefit you

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 15:30:30 +0530

From irregular periods and painful cramps to PCOD and Pre-Menstrual Syndrome, menstrual symptoms can reflect deeper imbalances in the hormonal, metabolic, or nervous systems. While medical treatments are often necessary, incorporating yoga into one’s lifestyle offers a holistic and evidence-backed way to support menstrual and reproductive health. Practicing the best yoga poses for menstrual health, …

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International Day of Yoga 2025: 10 yoga poses to avoid in pregnancy

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 09:56:02 +0530

Practicing yoga can be a great way to support both physical and emotional well-being. This holds true for pregnant mothers too. The ancient practice may help to reduce stress in pregnant women, and help them in postpartum recovery. While some poses may help to increase spinal flexibility, and others may improve digestion, they may not …

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International Yoga Day 2025: Prenatal yoga helps women combat anxiety and mood swings, says gynaecologist

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 21:45:43 +0530

Pregnancy is often described as a miraculous journey filled with joy, anticipation, and excitement. But alongside the glowing skin and baby kicks, many women experience an emotional rollercoaster—anxiety, mood swings, irritability, and even depressive thoughts. These are not just “hormonal changes” to be brushed aside but important signals that a woman’s mental health needs just …

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International Yoga Day Sale: Up to 70% off on yoga mats, blocks, and other props for home practice

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 18:00:18 +0530

Yoga is a path to physical vitality, mental clarity, and emotional balance. In fact, there is the International Yoga Day, which is observed on June 21 across the globe. It celebrates the transformative power of this ancient practice. From improving posture and flexibility to reducing stress and enhancing mindfulness, yoga offers benefits that extend far …

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Celebrity trainer Anshuka Parwani shares 5 simple yoga poses you can do anywhere, anytime

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 09:41:10 +0530

Want to address hip tightness and digestion issues? You may find yoga to be quite helpful, without having to do a lot of twists, turns or bend your body to do complex poses. There are also beginner yoga poses that can introduce you to this ancient practice and support your health. In the run up …

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10 last-minute Father's Day gifts to support your dad's health and fitness

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 17:00:13 +0530

Do you remember how your father would sit next to you through the entire night when you were ill? True, not every superhero wears capes; some just tough it out through pain silently. Though he does not have any hesitation in taking you for a checkup, he is the first to overlook his own well-being. …

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Best gym gloves for women: Top 7 picks for comfort and grip

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 16:00:39 +0530

Protecting your hands during workouts is essential for both safety and performance. Gloves for gym help prevent painful blisters, calluses, and skin irritation while also offering a better grip on weights and gym equipment. They reduce slippage, improve control, and allow you to focus fully on each rep and set. With features like padded palms, …

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Doing ankle pumps once a day can improve circulation and flexibility

Fri, 30 May 2025 19:00:22 +0530

Ankle pumps are a simple and effective exercise that provide many benefits. If you want to improve circulation, mobility and muscle strength in your lower legs, this exercise is for you. It involves moving your foot up and down at the ankle joint, without engaging the rest of your leg. The movement will activate your …

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What is the Murph workout, a Memorial Day fitness challenge?

Wed, 28 May 2025 15:46:22 +0530

Memorial Day, observed in the United States on the last Monday of May annually, honours US military personnel who died while serving in the country’s Armed Forces. While visiting memorials and cemeteries is one way to honour the fallen heroes, there are people across the globe who also perform the high-intensity Murph workout or Murph …

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Do it like Malaika Arora! Perform Hatha Surya Namaskara with the best yoga mats

Thu, 22 May 2025 17:00:54 +0530

Celebrity Malaika Arora is a fitness enthusiast. It’s something that her social media presence reflects. Even at the age of 51, she continues to work out consistently and includes yoga in her daily routine. One yoga practice she swears by is the Hatha Surya Namaskara, which combines strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. To make the most …

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Baby cobra yoga pose is a gentle, effective way to strengthen lower back

Wed, 21 May 2025 10:37:26 +0530

Backbends look complicated, but they are beneficial, as they can strengthen your back and improve flexibility. But before moving on to bow pose, locust pose, king pigeon pose and wheel pose, start with the basics of backbends in yoga. Baby cobra yoga pose can introduce you to the world of backbends without hurting your lower …

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Sonali Kulkarni calls biking ‘liberating’, says it’s great for her mind and body

Tue, 20 May 2025 10:00:29 +0530

Sonali Kulkarni must have only been around 10 years old when she first began riding a bicycle. Being on two wheels – a cycle or a bike – was almost part of the culture where she grew up: Pune, once called the ‘city of cycles’. Four decades on, not only do riding a bicycle and …

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10 outdoor games for kids: Fun ways to build strength and focus this summer

Sun, 18 May 2025 17:00:38 +0530

Summer vacation brings a mix of excitement and challenge for parents. With schools closed and daily routines on pause, one big question arises – “How do you keep your kids entertained without resorting to screens?” Endless free hours can quickly turn into hours spent on video games, YouTube, or TV. But there is a simple …

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At 50, Preity Zinta has 'no lazy bone': Yasmin Karachiwala reveals the secret behind her 'age and face'

Fri, 16 May 2025 15:33:14 +0530

Have you looked at Preity Zinta’s latest workout video? If not, you’re missing out on one secret behind the constant question around her age and face! She crushes her fitness routine like a pro, with seamless stretching and effortless weight-lifting. It is not something she has acquired overnight. Her trainer Yasmin Karachiwala, who has worked …

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Living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Is it good to exercise?

Sun, 11 May 2025 20:00:56 +0530

Exercise is not just meant to manage a healthy weight, but also to reduce stress, as well as to keep bones and joints in top shape. Some moves may also be recommended to manage health conditions such as osteoporosis, diabetes and hypertension. But what if you feel too tired to do any kind of physical …

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Limited space? Try the best foldable treadmills for smooth indoor workouts

Sat, 10 May 2025 18:00:44 +0530

Are you looking for a compact exercise equipment that can easily fit in your room? Foldable treadmills are convenient for people who don’t go to the gym. These machines provide quality workouts without taking too much valuable floor space. With this equipment, users can walk, jog, and run whenever they want; and when they are …

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Amazon Summer Sale ends tomorrow: Up to 80% off on pickleball, tennis racquets and more to smash your fitness goals

Wed, 07 May 2025 08:00:22 +0530

Summer vacation is approaching and what could be a fun way than enjoying it with sports racquets like pickleball, badminton, and tennis. They are perfect for staying active and healthy all year long, which may help to boost cardiovascular health, improve agility, and build overall strength. As the temperature rises and the days get longer, …

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Sitting all day? Know what office chair butt can do to your bum

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 20:30:55 +0530

Your desk job can give you back pain and extra body fat. The sitting behaviour in the office can also affect your buttocks. Yes, there is something known as office chair butt, which has a close connection with prolonged sitting. If you sit for hours at your desk without any movement, it can lead to …

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Do the elephant walk exercise to improve posture and balance

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 11:00:59 +0530

Bear crawl, frog jumps and bunny hops have one thing in common. They are all exercises inspired by animals. Joining the list of moves inspired by furry friends is the elephant walk exercise. It does not take a genius to figure out why this exercise is called the elephant walk. It does not involve jumping …

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Stay fit with the best pickleball rackets: 5 picks to boost your cardio and core strength

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0530

Pickleball offers a perfect blend of fun and fitness. It combines quick reflexes, intense cardio, and core-strengthening moves in one thrilling game. Whether you are going for a casual match, or aiming for serious exercise, the right racket can make all the difference. With the perfect balance of comfort, power, and control, the best pickleball …

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