Amyra Dastur In Workout Gear Shares “Monday Motivation”

Indian actress Amyra Dastur is showing fans what a typical strength training workout looks like for the star. Dastur, 31, shared a video of herself wearing a variety of workout gear, going through different workouts at the gym using weights and machines. She also does mat exercises using a medicine ball, and barbell lifts under the eye of a personal trainer. “A little #mondaymotivation 🦾,” she captioned the post. Dastur refers to herself as a “fitness freak”—here’s what her diet, exercise, and wellness regimen looks like.

1. Running and Stretching

Dastur does strength training, cardio, and stretching most days of the week. “I work out almost every day. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays are my leg days,” she told ELLE. “I start my session with 15 minutes of cardio on the treadmill with high-intensity jogging and then mix ab exercises and leg exercises. On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, I work on my upper body. After my workouts, I spend at least 15-20 minutes stretching to cool my body down and ensure my muscles don’t get stiff and tight the next day. It takes me about an hour or two to work out.”

2. Dance and Diet

Dastur incorporates regular dance classes into her workout routine. “I hit the gym in the morning and go for a dance class in the evening,” she told IndulgeExpress. “I’m also a big foodie. So I eat all I want but in a minimum quantity and also make sure to sweat it out in the gym.”

3. Good Skin From Within

Dastur has a holistic approach to beauty and wellness. “I believe in good skin from within,” she told ELLE. “I get a cleanse done every three months and flush out my stomach. A clean stomach allows better absorption of nutrients, and it helps with good skin. [My biggest beauty indulgence is] definitely my creams and makeup products. I buy the best, as it is my face that earns me my projects and brands. I am a skincare junkie and always on the lookout for new launches. I even have LED face masks at home.”

4. Not a Nepo Baby

Dastur had to fight her way to success, unlike some artists she believed had an advantage from their family name. “There was definitely a lot of rejection,” she told IndulgeExpress. “When you see a star kid has a film just because of their second name, it hurts. My biggest lesson has been to move on. You learn, improve and focus on what you want to do,”

5. Learning To Love Herself

Dastur is passionate about living an authentic life. “It takes time and a lot of mental strength to accept yourself for who you are,” she told ELLE. “Especially today with filters and apps that make you look different. I’ve learnt to love myself, and it’s been a struggle. A girl's body changes with time and your mindset has to change with it, or you will never be happy… You should look like the same person in real life as on your social media. I enjoy experimenting, but not to the point where it doesn’t look like me at all.”

Rukmini Maitra is an actress. She is known for her roles in films like Chaamp, Sanak, and Kishmish. Maitra recently hit the studio to do some aerial yoga. She shared some photos and videos on Instagram of herself doing poses in the silks. Maitra captioned the post, “Sunday Motivation: Just Hang in There, Life will eventually strike the balance!” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Rukmini Maitra stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Became Motivated To Workout

In an interview with Telegraph India, Maitra said that her boyfriend, Dev, helped her get interested in fitness. “I only started working out after Sanak. And more than Vidyut I would say that when I got Covid in Mumbai, I understood the importance of being fit. And of course it is inspiring to work with someone who literally looks as if he is carved out of stone (laugh). Dev also is a fitness freak. So I was shooting with someone who is iconic in Bengal and someone who is known for his fitness in Mumbai.”

2. She Does Multiple Workouts

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In her Telegraph India interview, Maitra talked about how her fitness changed after shooting a project. She says that she does different workouts. “Three months I couldn’t do anything, not even yoga. I did a lot of Pilates, I have weak knees and since I have a couple of action sequences, I had to strengthen my muscles. Then a lot of weight training I did.” UniversityHospitals.org states that variety is important when it comes to fitness. “By creating variation and changing exercises in your routine, you can create a new stimulus, which creates more progress over time. And if you rotate exercises or activity every so often, your injury risk will decrease. Examples include adding bench pressing every Monday or continuously adding mileage when running or biking on a weekly basis.”

3. She Loves Rice

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In an interview with Telly Chakkar, Maitra revealed that she eats a lot of rice. “I know there are girls who work really hard to be thin, and some even stop eating rice, but they don’t know that rice gives certain glow to the skin and hair.” Colorado State University states that rice has a lot of benefits. “Rice is a rich source of carbohydrates, the body’s main fuel source. Carbohydrates can keep you energized and satisfied, and are important for fueling exercise. Brown rice, especially, is an excellent source of many nutrients, including fiber, manganese, selenium, magnesium, and B vitamins. Dietary Guidelines suggest that at least half of your grains be from whole grains, and brown rice is considered a whole grain.”

4. She Hikes

Maitra loves to go hiking. Even in the snow. She shared these photos on Instagram of herself hiking the snowy Tissot Peak Walk. Maitra captioned the post, “Nothing special to see here…Just chilling.” According to Piedmont Healthcare, hiking has a lot of benefits. “Like most cardio exercises, hiking helps reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and even some cancers. Hiking is a weight-bearing exercise, which builds muscle mass and helps prevent osteoporosis. Hiking can help you manage your weight.”

5. She Does Yoga

As you can see from her recent post, Maitra loves to practice yoga. The University of Rochester reports that yoga has a lot of health benefits. “Yoga's gentle movements are a big reason for why it’s so popular. Yoga is good for people who haven't been active in a while. It’s good for people who have certain health conditions like arthritis or osteoporosis. You can change the exercises to fit your needs. But yoga is also great if you're already fit and want a challenging workout. As you become more strong and flexible with yoga, it's easier to do other kinds of exercise like dancing, walking, or swimming.”

Romee Strijd is a successful model. She’s best known for being a Victoria’s Secret Angel. Strijd recently hit the gym, and shared photos on Instagram. In them, she wore a green top, pants, and hoodie. She captioned the post, “Monday morning mood.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Romee Strijd stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She Does Yoga & Pilates

Strijid shared some of her secrets for staying fit for jobs to HollywoodLife. She says that she does a combination of yoga and Pilates. “I do a lot of pilates lately,” she shared. “I feel like that’s really good. And yoga to lengthen your legs out. I’ll try to do it three days a week. It really depends on my work schedule. I just uploaded my YouTube video on how to lengthen your legs.”

2. She Eats Healthy

Strijd makes sure to eat healthy. She shared her typical diet with HollywoodLife. “Breakfast is toast with avocado and an egg then I’ll probably have a snack around 11, like a nice piece of fruit. Lunch is mostly a good carb, like brown rice with chicken or salmon and some vegetables and then I’ll have a juice in the afternoon. At dinnertime, I’ll make a big salad or pasta — Anything I feel like!”

3. She Works Out A Lot Before A Job

Whenever Strijd has a big job, like a fashion show, she makes sure to do a lot of workouts leading up to it. “I don’t really cut out any food,” she tells HollywoodLife. “I workout more often so I really need food to build some muscle. I definitely amp up my workouts and workout around 5 days a week for one and a half hours a day.”

4. She Uses Her Abs

Strijd shared her workout secrets in an interview with ELLE. She says that she makes sure to use her abs in all exercises, even when she’s not doing ab exercises. “For abs, I like a little circuit on the mat. With every [exercise], you should always be using your abs—even when you do squats. Try to feel them [with every movement]. I’ve been doing everything myself with ankle weights and resistance bands, and I bring my jump rope when I travel. You can even do it in a hotel room if you have a mat.”

5. She’s Motivated To Workout

Strijd makes sure to workout on a regular basis. She shared her secrets for staying motivated in her interview with ELLE. “I’m not always motivated, but you just have to go do it because afterwards you feel so great and you enjoy the day more because you’ve done it. So, just start somewhere. Just do something. Say to yourself that you only have 15 minutes or something and then it comes from there.”

Fitness influencer Massy Arias is sharing some Monday motivation for her 2.9 million Instagram followers. Arias, 34, posted pictures of herself wearing purple two-piece workout gear, posing behind a barbell. “Because Mondays are meant to be crushed. Save this one for later. Here are three movements I’ve been playing around with lately to increase my mobility, strength, balance, prevent injury, and have some fun. There are many different ways to make progress when it comes to movement. While most people focus on progressive overload and volume when it comes to challenging their fitness level and progressing on their journeys, this isn’t the only route,” she captioned the post. Here’s how this fitness guru stays happy, healthy, and strong.

1. Morning Workouts

Arias gets her own workout done first thing so she can tend to her clients. “My day starts at 5:30 in the morning. I have a green tea and I get ready to go to the gym,” she told The Cut. “I might have a smoothie, then go and get my workout done. I am behind a computer for a couple of hours, and then doing work with all of my clients. I do a meal prep every Sunday so my food is ready for me. I used to eat out a lot, and realized I was spending tons of money. Meal prepping is not as hard as people think — you just have to have a system.”

2. Fruit-Infused Water

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Arias says she drinks probably a gallon of water a day. “But it’s all about your activity levels,” she told The Cut. “When I say a gallon, that includes if I have a protein shake or I make a smoothie. On a resting day I might do three liters. I infuse my waters, so it might be cucumber and cilantro, which is a purifier, or I might do orange peel with strawberry and mint, or ginger.”

3. Advice For Women

Arias’ advice to women chasing their dreams is to always have integrity. “Don’t give up on your big goal once things get tough because I didn’t,” she told Create & Cultivate. “The tougher it got for me, the more I learned how to navigate the things that today are easy for me to accomplish. I have never lowered my standards and I haven’t lost integrity to get the things I’ve wanted in my career. Too many people fall short and lower their standards for the things they want at the moment not realizing they are compromising their goals. Look at the big picture and don’t settle for less.”

4. Mental Health Support

Arias’ workout regimen is important for her mental as well as physical health. “From the beginning, I saw exercise as the only thing to put me in a right state of mind,” she told The Cut. “It took me a while to change my lifestyle. It didn’t come right away, but the more I did it, the more I challenged myself, the more I went out of my comfort zone, the more I really pushed myself, it gave me a sense of excitement. This fitness lifestyle is not only about looking good and feeling good mentally; it also gives you so much structure. I just try to do better than I was doing the day before, and have short-term goals every week that are achievable and sustainable.”

5. She’s a Superwoman

Motherhood has been transformative for Arias. “Since having my daughter I’ve learned I’m a superwoman,” she told Create & Cultivate. “I did something amazing that took close to 10 months, it’s going to take time to feel like myself and look the same way I used to before her. I love my body even more because it was the body that helped me bring my daughter into the world. Every aspect of my life and even I have changed since giving birth to Indi. I have become a better trainer, daughter, and wife. I can relate to a whole new 'hood' I’ve never been able to relate with; motherhood and parenthood.”

Athlete and model Ana Cozar has amassed nearly 4 million Instagram followers who look to her for fitness inspiration and wellness tips. "What is your motivation?" she asked her followers on Instagram (translated to English), showcasing her dedication to health. Through hard work, discipline, and determination, Ana continues to prioritize her fitness and overall well-being. From sharing her leg and ab workouts to pushing herself mentally and physically, Ana offers a glimpse into the routines that keep her looking and feeling her best. Here's a breakdown of how Ana maintains her incredible physique and stays motivated.

1. She works on her legs

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She prioritizes strengthening her legs and working her lower body. “Good evening!!!! Here is my full leg workout for today. ➡️ I did 3 sets of each x 15 reps per leg. ✔️ If you like this workout, save and share with your partner,” she said on Instagram (translated to english).

2. She pushes through

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Just as it’s important to maintain physical strength, she knows it’s so crucial to maintain mental strength, as well, pushing through tough times and never giving up. “I will never quit , I will persevere, I will be physically harder & mentally stronger , thank GOD 🙌🏽,” she said on Instagram (translated to english).

3. She shares her workouts

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She shares her workouts with her following to inspire others. “FIRST WORKOUT OF THE YEAR 🥳😍➡️ Save this complete leg workout: 3 sets of haka squats x 21 reps, changing foot position every 7 reps, 5 sets of free squats x 12 reps 100k, 3 sets of Bulgarian x 15 reps per leg, 3 sets of pistols on horizontal press x 15 reps per leg, 5 sets of squats in smith x 12 reps, 3 sets of press x 15 reps, 3 sets of Bulgarian in haka, [and] 1 set of drop set squats 24 reps lowering weight every 8 reps,” she said on Instagram (translated to english).

4. She works on her abs

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On a series of videos of her working her ab muscles, she said “Happy Flex Friday 🦾❤️‍ABSSSSSSS 🔥🔥🔥 SAVE & SHARE 📥 Each exercise 4 sets x 15-20 reps,” she said on Instagram (translated to english). She knows it’s important to strengthen her ab muscles and work on her core. “Strong core muscles make it easier to do many activities. When your core muscles are strong, it's easier to swing a golf club, get a glass from the top shelf and bend down to tie your shoes. Strong core muscles help athletes, such as runners. That's because weak core muscles can lead to more fatigue, less endurance and injuries,” according to the Mayo Clinic.

5. She does CrossFit

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On a series of photos of her crushing it at the gym, she said “crossfit time 🔥@aefitnessclub,” on Instagram (translated to english). She knows how important it is to maintain her physical strength, and CrossFit is an effective way to get the job done.