Bollywood Star Disha Patani In Workout Gear Shares Leg Day Workout

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.”

Indian actress Disha Patani is sharing her workouts—and very sweet pup—with her 61 million Instagram followers. Patani, 31, shared a story of herself posing in orange shorts and a sports bra, cuddling her dog at the gym. “Post-shoot sun baked skin and dusty hair but it's an off,” reads the text over her post where she cuddles her pet on a yoga mat. Patani is known for her intense fitness routine and devotion to health and wellness—here’s how she focuses on being strong and full of energy.

1. Never Skips Her Workouts

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Patani treats her workout routine as non-negotiable in everyday life. “I keep it simple and practical with my fitness and health,” she told Vogue India. “I maintain a balanced diet, and ensure that I regularly workout and keep myself hydrated at all times. No matter where I'm shooting, I make time to work out—which could be in the form of dancing, kickboxing or a regular gym session. I like experimenting and trying new forms of exercise which suits my body. Also, if I am shooting an action movie, I work on my physical strength and form rather than focusing on cardio.”

2. 80 Percent Diet, 20 Percent Workout

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Patani knows how important a healthy diet is for fitness and strength. “To me, fitness is not just about looking a certain shape or size; it’s about having a healthy mind,” she told HELLO! India. “I want to be strong and gain more muscles as I like dancing and gymnastics. A strong muscle tone will help me move faster and jump higher. It’s 80 percent diet, 20 percent workout. I need to consume more protein to get muscular. I weight train, I do cardio and even enjoy kickboxing and martial arts.”

3. Open About Feelings

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Patani is learning to feel more comfortable about sharing her feelings. “I feel like as girls we have a lot of issues which we deal with anyway, and while at a lot of times I can feel things weighing me down, I feel that when it happens it’s because I am losing my focus and sight of my goals,” she told Cosmopolitan. “At this point and age, I think more about my life, instead of being here or being there. Things like...am I happy? I do feel very grateful for my friends now who come from all walks of life. One thing I have started doing recently though is I talk about how I am feeling. While before I would keep things bottled up, I am opening up to people I can talk to freely at the end of the day.”

4. No Alcohol

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Patani doesn’t drink alcohol, which can make social occasions challenging at times. “I’m very shy and I don’t drink. So when I attend parties and people get drunk and uninhibited in their behavior, it gets awkward,” she told HELLO! India. “I’m comfortable hanging out with my team or my colleagues, but I’m wary of strangers.”

5. Makeup Wipes

Patani always keeps makeup wipes on hand. “I strongly believe in a fuss-free cleansing, toning, moisturizing regime that I practice daily without fail,” she told Vogue India. “If it's easy and it works, I am way more likely to do it. One of my favorite face mists would have to be MAC Cosmetics's Prep + Prime Fix Plus, which helps to keep my skin hydrated between shoots, for outings, after the gym, everywhere. I especially like to keep it in my gym bag for a quick refresh after a grueling session.”

Disha Patani is known for her beauty, and films like Radhe and Baaghi 3. Now she's starring in her own series of photos on social media. The Bollywood star shared pics of herself yesterday, flaunting her fabulous figure in a beige swimsuit. The first comment? Three fire emojis, from choreographer and celebrity dance coach Dimple Kotecha—because that about sums it up, she's "on fire." How does the 29-year-old, who has amassed over 49 million followers on Instagram, maintain her fantastic physique? Read on to see 6 ways Disha Patani stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!

1. She Works Out Every Day

Disha prioritizes exercise, never skipping a day. “I work out everyday and my routine usually involves cardio in the mornings, like dancing, kick boxing or gymnastics, and weight training in the evenings,” she told Vogue India. “The key is to do enough and to do it often enough. For health, doctors should ‘prescribe’ at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise or 15 minutes of intense exercise a day,” says Harvard Health.

2. She Hydrates

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According to Disha, hydration is key. She told Vogue that her water bottle “is the most important part of any workout.” “The daily four-to-six cup rule is for generally healthy people. It's possible to take in too much water if you have certain health conditions, such as thyroid disease or kidney, liver, or heart problems; or if you're taking medications that make you retain water, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), opiate pain medications, and some antidepressants,” says Harvard Health.

3. Weight Training Is Key

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Disha told Vogue that the biggest misconception “is that women working out involves cardio, not weight training,” she told Vogue. “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 the gender, but about working on your body and becoming your fittest self.”

4. Her Diet Focuses on Protein and Carbs

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Disha “supplements” her exercise regimen with a “protein-carbs” diet, she told Vogue. “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. But, it is definitely advisable to cram in a small meal before a work out, consisting of some protein, like eggs. After exercising, it is good to add protein again, either through chicken, eggs or paneer.”

5. She Lives for Cheat Days

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Disha celebrates her success by treating herself to cheat days. “I absolutely love them; in fact, I wait for cheat days the whole week. Depending on the diet I am following and my shoot schedule, I sit down once a week and eat everything I can fit into my stomach,” she confessed to Vogue.

6. She Kickboxes

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Disha also kickboxes. She recently shared an Instagram video showing off her kick-butt skills, and her followers were impressed to say the least. Or try regular boxing. “There's no proof that fitness boxing is superior to any other types of exercise, but it does have many health benefits. One is strength,” says Harvard Health. "You're swinging your arms, moving the muscles of your arms and shoulders, increasing your upper-body strength. And when you're in the boxer crouch with a wide stance, with your knees slightly bent, you're strengthening your core muscles, back, and legs," says physical therapist Linda Arslanian, director of rehabilitation services at Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women's Hospital.

Bhumi Pednekar is breaking a sweat – in her two-piece workout ensemble. In a new social media post, the actress shows off her amazing body – including her flat abs – in exercise clothes during an intense gym session. “Post dengue I couldn’t even walk a Km. Add to this a rib and knee injury along with massive muscle loss. I was a Mess!!! It’s taken me 3 months to actually get back. Slow and steady,” she captioned the Instagram post. What does an expert think about her workout – and what other exercise and diet habits help keep her in shape? Celebwell has all the details.

1. A Great Full Body Workout, Says an Expert

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Kendra Gamble, HIT Fitness Training, Huntingdon Valley, PA, NPTI Certified Personal Trainer and Nutritional Consultant explains that Bhumi is doing a full body workout “which is a good option if you are trying to focus on fat loss as well as some muscle gain,” she said. “For the most part these are pretty good exercises. However, she doesn’t recommend the one where she’s on her back, her feet are on the ball, and she’s tapping her heels on the ground alternating, “if you don’t know how to properly engage your core (which most people don’t) then you will feel your own back – and possibly injure it,” she says.

2. Devotion to Fitness

“I work really hard; it’s become an active part of my routine,” Bhumi told Vogue India. “If you want something, don't wait for a Monday to begin working for it. Just show up,” she added to India Today. “I just woke up each day and showed up at the gym. I decided to never break this resolve, so there were days when I would merely take a steam and sauna and potter around. But I was there, soaking in the energy. There's no dearth of excuses when the motivation is down. I knew I had to push past this.”

3. Running

“Running regularly and light exercises along with a balanced diet will help keep you active. Hence, I start my day with running followed by a healthy breakfast including foods like nuts, fruits that help maintain my energy levels and give me the boost of nutrition I need to go about my day," she revealed in another interview with Vogue India.

4. Exercise Is Her “Me Time”

“The hour or two I spend in the gym every morning is me time," Bhumi told Vogue. “It’s not just physical, it’s meditative too; I do a lot of thinking when I’m working out."

5. Counting Steps

“I make sure to dedicate an hour to exercise daily and have made a resolution to complete 7,000-8,000 steps in a day so I don’t feel lethargic. It may look difficult since you’re indoors all the time but it’s important to push yourself," she told Vogue.

Disha Patani just shared a set of new photos on Instagram to update her followers on her life. She’s been having a lot of beach days. In one photo, Patani wore a brown bathing suit with fringe. In another, she went for a dip in the pool in a pink bikini with blue flowers. In another pool photo, she wore another pink bikini, this time with silver dots. She captioned the post, “Random.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Disha Patani stays in shape and the photos that prove they work—and to get beach-ready yourself, don't miss these essential 30 Best-Ever Celebrity Bathing Suit Photos!

1. She Has Good Sneakers

Patani revealed some of her workout secrets to Vogue, including some of her favorite workout gear. Patani says that it is important to find good sneakers, and gave some tips on how to do so. “You need to understand your feet first—whether you are flat footed or have high arches. Only then can you buy something that fits you properly. But always keep comfort as your top priority, and ensure that you are opting for the right size—your shoes shouldn't be too big, loose or tight.”

2. She Does Cardio and Weights

Patani makes sure to workout regularly, and does a variety of things. “I work out everyday,” she tells Vogue. “My routine usually involves cardio in the mornings, like dancing, kick boxing or gymnastics, and weight training in the evenings. I supplement that with a protein-carbs diet.”

3. She Makes Sure To Get Enough Protein

Patani revealed some of her diet secrets to Vogue. She says that she makes sure she has enough protein in her diet, especially when she’s working out. “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. But, it is definitely advisable to cram in a small meal before a work out, consisting of some protein, like eggs. After exercising, it is good to add protein again, either through chicken, eggs or paneer.”

4. She Still Indulges

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Patani eats healthy, however, she does believe in having a cheat day now and then. “I absolutely love them,” she tells Vogue. “In fact, I wait for cheat days the whole week. Depending on the diet I am following and my shoot schedule, I sit down once a week and eat everything I can fit into my stomach.”

5. She Worked Hard

Patani opened up about her childhood to the Times Of India. She says that she had to work hard, and it helped her get to where she is. “While growing up, we had to study a lot. I wanted to be an air force pilot, however, things didn’t work in that direction for me. Ours was quite a strict household, but this helped me be independent right from the beginning.”