Ashika Ranganath in Two-Piece Workout Gear Shares Exercise Routine "From Glam to Grind"

Ashika Ranganath is getting her sweat on and flashing her abs. In a new workout video the Amigos star shows off her incredibly fit figure during an exercise session with her trainer. “From glam to grind: Back in action! ♥️🙈Nothing like my trainer @nammaxak ‘s ‘gentle’ reminders of what a ‘good session’ really means. 😅💪 Missed these intense workouts!” she captioned the Instagram video. “Killer 🔥❤️” commented one of her followers. “Fitness goals,” added another. What exercises – and other health habits – are responsible for the 27-year-old’s amazing body? Celebwell has the details.

1. Strength Training

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In the video, Ashika does a variety of strength training exercises including jumping jacks, burpees, squats, deadlifts, knee ups, sled pushes, kettlebell swings, and lunges.

2. Pilates

Ashika is a Pilates devotee, sharing lots of social media posts of herself on the reformer. “Many moods of Pilates Miss hanging around.. 💪🏻” she captioned a curation of snaps. According to the Mayo Clinic there are lots of benefits to the workout, as it “strengthens the body's inner core while increasing its flexibility resulting in improved overall health. It can also promote longer, leaner muscles, injury prevention, relief from stress and back pain, enhanced athletic performance, and heightened mind-body awareness.

3. Yoga and Meditation

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Ashika enjoys the mind-body connection of yoga and meditation. “I have been doing yoga and meditation for some time now, , which is helping me find balance,” she told Times of India. There is a laundry list of reasons to do yoga, explains Harvard Health. “Researchers found that people who practiced yoga for at least 30 minutes once a week for at least four years, gained less weight during middle adulthood,” they said. “People who were overweight actually lost weight. Overall, those who practiced yoga had lower body mass indexes (BMIs) compared with those who did not practice yoga. Researchers attributed this to mindfulness. Mindful eating can lead to a more positive relationship with food and eating.”

4. AMRAP Workouts

Ashika is also a fan of AMRAP workouts – as many reps as possible. She recently shared a 12-minute session with her followers. In it she does:

15 Calorie row

12 box jump

9 push ups

5. Nature Walks

Ashika balances her hardcore workouts with nature walks. Here she is enjoying the outdoors while getting exercise. Going for a daily walk can be a game changer in terms of exercise, especially at a brisk speed. One study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that walking at a brisk pace for about 30 minutes a day led to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia and death, compared with walking a similar number of steps but at a slower pace.

Bollywood star Disha Patani is showing fans and followers exactly how she uses the weight room at the gym to get her enviably strong and toned physique. Patani, 31, shared a video of herself wearing purple shorts and a cream hoodie, doing barbell squats (and making it look easy). “Leg day,” she captioned the post. “Inspirational,” a fan commented. Patani’s video is a great example of how important weights are for women—here’s how the actress eats, trains, and lives to be her fittest self.

1. Weight Training and Cardio

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Patani works out with trainer Rajendra Dhole. “Disha by far is the most dedicated person you will meet when it comes to fitness. She trains every day for an hour. The only day she takes an off is a Sunday,” Dhole told Vogue India. “Disha does squats, deadlifts, military presses, shoulder presses, chest presses, bicep curls, tricep extensions, to boost muscle strength for her arms. Low reps with heavy weights builds muscle mass, as compared to doing more reps with lighter weights, which increases muscle endurance.”

2. Her Fittest Self

Patani mixes up her workouts so she doesn’t get bored, and she isn’t afraid of weights. “I work out every day and my routine usually involves cardio in the mornings, like dancing, kick boxing or gymnastics, and weight training in the evenings," Patani told Vogue India. “The general assumption is that women working out involves cardio, not weight training. But we all work out and do heavy weights; I come across so many girls in the gym training really hard. At the end of the day, it isn't about gender, but about working on your body and becoming your fittest self."

3. Personal Style

Patani’s style is all about what’s comfortable and unique. “I am not really into labels or brands, what’s important is how you style it,” she told Elle India. “I prefer simple and easy-to-wear clothes. To sum it up, my personal style is comfortable, sexy and sporty. I like things that are close to my heart. For instance, the evil eye bracelet I wear on my hand.”

4. Eggs Before Exercise

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Patani tries to get some protein in her before a workout. “I have fallen into this bad habit where I don't eat anything in the mornings before working out, because I feel very full while exercising if I do,” she told Vogue India. “But, it is definitely advisable to cram in a small meal before a workout, consisting of some protein, like eggs. After exercising, it is good to add protein again, either through chicken, eggs or paneer.”

5. Abs-olutely Fabulous

So how does Patani get those enviable abs? “There is no secret as such,” she told Vogue India. “It's all about an intensive ab workout and a strict diet. Maintaining abs is the most difficult thing as one day you have them and the next day they may disappear. So I strongly believe a rigorous workout and a healthy diet are the only ways to maintain abs.”

Shanina Shaik is sharing a few highlights from a recent trip home to Australia (yes, she even got to pet some kangaroos!) on her social media. Shaik, 33, posted pictures from the trip, including a gym selfie where she’s posing in black leggings and a crop top. “Some time at home,” she captioned the post. “Home looks good on you,” a fan commented. Here’s what Shaik’s beauty and wellness regimen looks like, and why she swears by Pilates-based workouts.

1. Pilates Workouts

Shaik is a big fan of low-impact workouts, especially Pilates. “I have a few favorite trainers whom I’ve enjoyed following over some time now, including Melissa Wood, Megan Roup of Sculpt Society, and Shannon Nadj of Hot Pilates,” she told Hum Nutrition. “It’s extremely motivating to follow their workouts, even from the comfort of home. I usually gravitate toward workouts that incorporate a lot of Pilates. My favorite moves are making small circles and stretching your legs with ankle bands. Lastly, I like to use a resistance band, pointing your feet and pulsing up and down; it’s great for the inner and outer thighs.”

2. Pescatarian Diet

Shaik follows a pescatarian diet. “I love to eat healthy and strive to eat clean as much as I can,” she told Vogue Australia. “I’m a pescatarian but also choose to eat a lot of vegan meals. For breakfast I would like to have egg, vegetable scramble or cheesy eggs scramble using vegan nut cheese. As a side, avocado or smoked salmon. For lunch I would love a vegan wrap (preferably gluten free) or fish with vegetables.”

3. Home Cooking

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Shaik cooks as much as possible, which is a great way to take control of a healthy diet and know exactly what ingredients are in your food. “I love cooking a variety of meals, but roasted fish and pastas are my favorite,” she told Hum Nutrition. “And since I have the extra time now, I’ve been testing my cooking skills. I built the courage to make Avgolemono, my favorite Greek soup with lemon, chicken, and rice. My mum usually cooks for me, and nothing beats mum’s cooking! If I need to be extra healthy, I’ll make a plate of 80 percent vegetables and 20 percent protein. Also, I’ll cook with coconut oil instead of olive oil. For when I want to indulge healthily, I’ll reach for gluten-free pasta or dairy-free ice cream.”

4. Wellness Mantra

Shaik’s wellness routine is focused on regular exercise, self-care, and a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. “To stay positive, do things that make you happiest,” she told Hum Nutrition. “Whenever possible, I go for long-distance hikes with my dogs. Also, surround yourself with people who you enjoy and love, eat well and indulge in moderation, and find a workout that’s right for you. And of course, always take your vitamins!”

5. Skincare Routine

Shaik keeps her skincare routine simple but thorough. “I consistently look after my skin from the moment I wake up and go to bed,” she told Vogue Australia. “In the morning I wash my face with cold water, followed by cleansing my face with Dr. Barbara Sturm’s Cleanser. After this, I use a toner. I place a small amount onto a cotton pad and press into my skin. From there I use three droplets of Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum and rub the serum gently all over my face.”

Malavika Mohanan is getting her sweat on – in her workout clothes. In a new social media post the actress flaunts her fit figure in a crop top and leggings, sharing a motivational message with her followers. “Firing up the routine with @klinton81 as there’s just one week left for my next schedule to begin 💪🏻,” she writes in the Instagram caption. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.

1. Consistency and Discipline

In her recent post, Malavika explains that her motivation to exercise has changed. “Workout for me started off as wanting to work on the aesthetics of my body, but now has become something else entirely. Watching my own strength and resilience increase gradually and to watch my body now do things which in the past have felt seemingly impossible makes me realise the power of ‘one day at a time’ and how the only 2 things you need(which are also the hardest) are consistency and discipline to grow in pretty much anything you set out to do 💪🏻.”

2. Very Little Alcohol

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Malavika tries not to drink her calories. “I try not to drink too often because I workout and eat healthy. But I do enjoy it every once in while. I like pretty much all kinds of liquor, depending on where I am and what the occasion is. But I do particular enjoy trying out different kinds of cocktails!” she told Binge Daily..

3. Veggie Juice

Malavika is a fan of juicing. “What I eat for breakfast when I’m eating healthy 🍃 -Vegetable juice(Usually a mix of 2-3 differently coloured vegetables/occasionally a fruit too. Here it’s beetroot, celery and apple 🍎 . I know it’s way healthier just to eat a fruit but I find these juices to be a quick vitamin drink when I’m having an extremely crazy day and don’t have too much time to eat too many things),” she revealed in an Instagram post.

4. Protein Packed Diet

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Malavika consumes a lot of protein. Sometimes she will have muesli or granola and yogurt for breakfast or a snack. “I either eat it with yogurt for breakfast or snack on it in the evenings if I’m shooting in a place where there’s no healthy snack options available around,” she revealed on Instagram. She also loves egg white omelets “with lots of veggies,” she said. “Morning protein! (I hate eating vegetables 🤢 I only like potato, which really doesn’t serve the purpose of vegetable-eating for fibre & other minerals. So I try to mix it up as much as I can with other preparations like eggs or cutlets or curries so I don’t have to eat it in a salad form 🤓),” she added.

5. Exercise

“I wouldn’t call myself a fitness freak, but through my schooling years, I was majorly into athletics. I really liked sports and sprint running,” Malavika told The New Indian Express. “Currently, I am on a very strict diet regime — strict workouts and stunt classes. So, right now, I am 200 per cent a fitness freak.”