Deepika Padukone in Workout Gear Says "it's Self-Care Month"

Deepika Padukone is a very successful actress, reportedly India's highest-paid actress, as of 2023. One of her recent roles is in The Fighter. In July, Padukone is celebrating “Self-Care Month.” She shared how she was doing this in a recent Instagram post. In it, she is seen doing a yoga pose. Padukone captioned the post, “It’s Self-Care Month. But why celebrate ‘Self-Care Month’ when you can practice simple acts of Self-Care every day?” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Deepika Padukone stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.

1. She’s Consistent

As she wrote in her Instagram post’s caption, Padukone is consistent when it comes to wellness. She expanded on this in the post’s third paragraph. “It’s no secret that I love a good workout. And that I don’t work out to ‘look good’ but in fact to ‘feel fit’. Exercise has been part of my lifestyle for as long as I can remember. However, whenever I can’t fit in a workout, I practice *This Simple 5-Minute Routine. TBT, I practice this routine everyday! I find it especially useful after a long flight or even just to decompress.”

2. She Does Yoga

Padukone likes to practice yoga to keep herself in shape. She shared what pose she was doing and the benefits in the caption of her Instagram post. *Viparita Karani (Legs-Up-The-Wall Pose) In Sanskrit, *viparita* means “inverted” and *karani* translates to “in action.” This active inversion position is also called the restful inversion. Lying with your legs up against the wall can benefit your mental and physical health. From calming the nervous system to strengthening immune health, this ancient posture offers so much, especially in our stressful and busy world.”

3. She Eats A Balanced Diet

Padukone opened up about her diet in the caption of this Instagram post. She revealed that she eats a balanced diet. “Surprised to see this on my feed? Well, I eat! And I eat well! Ask anyone who knows me. So don’t believe anything else you might hear or read. The trick? Balance, Consistency and Listening to YOUR Body. I’ve always, for as long as I can remember, followed a ‘Balanced Diet’. And it is for me ‘a way of life’. I’ve never followed a diet that I cannot be consistent with or one that is a fad.”

4. She’s Proud Of Her Ambition

Padukone is very ambitious, and she’s proud of that. She talked about this in the caption of this Instagram post. “Ambition can feel like a dirty word in the era of quiet quitting and the Great Resignation. Many people have realized that an always-striving mindset can come at a cost to mental wellness. Research has also linked chasing extrinsic goals­, such as power, to anxiety and depression. But is abandoning your ambition outright the secret to inner peace? Not necessarily. Instead, research suggests, the key is harnessing your ambition for a goal that serves your well-being.”

5. She Hikes

Padukone likes to go hiking to stay in shape. She shared this video of herself hiking on Instagram. She also shared this photo of herself in the forest. Harvard Health states that hiking is a great workout. “Like brisk walking, hiking is a good way to improve your cardiovascular fitness, particularly if your route includes some hills, which will force your heart to work harder. Taking a hike on the slightly uneven surface of a trail also provides a natural way to engage the core muscles in your torso and to hone your balance skills.”

Ananya Panday is an actress best known for her work in Student of The Year 2, Liger, and Pati Patni Aur Woh. She just shared a new set of photos on her Instagram, giving her followers an idea of what she’s up to. In one photo, Panday wore an orange plaid bathing suit and cover up. In another she wore a bright yellow bathing suit. She captioned the post, “Mirror selfies, taking photos, photos being taken, weird selfies - feeling random.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Ananya Panday 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 Loves Pilates

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Panday does a lot of things to stay in shape. She talked about her fitness in an interview with Vogue India. “My favourite is Pilates,” she says. “It’s very good for stretching. I’m not flexible at all, so it really relaxes my body.” Pilates also has a lot of other benefits than just flexibility. The Houston Methodist reports, “The goal is to be in total control of your body as you move. That requires beginning from your central core muscles and using the stability these muscles provide to smoothly control your arms, legs and other extremities. This is no easy feat, which is what makes Pilates a great way to build strength and stamina.”

2. She Takes Care Of Her Skin

Panday makes sure to care for her skin. She revealed some of her tips to Vogue India. “My mum emphasises the importance of sunscreen. Even if I’m sitting at home, she tells me to put it on.” In addition to protecting her skin from the sun, she also keeps it hydrated. “I use a normal face wash and spray rose water onto my face at least twice or thrice a day. It energises me and wakes me up.”

3. She Eats Healthy Six Days A Week

For Panday, dieting means balance. She tells Vogue India that she likes to indulge each Sunday, then “I eat well and clean six days a week. Then every Sunday, it’s burgers galore.” Panday shared these photos on Instagram of herself enjoying her go to Sunday burger and fries. She captioned it, “Literally me every Sunday when I’m reunited w my burger (bae).”

4. She’s Happy With Herself

Panday opened up about her approach to wellness to Vogue India. She says that she focuses on how she feels and what makes her happy, rather than trying to lose weight. “I am the happiest with my body when it’s well-fed, well-rested and well-exercised,” Panday says. “More than trying to hit a target body weight or size, I am looking more for happiness by simply being kind to my body.”

5. She Loves Yoga

One thing Panday likes to do to stay in shape is practice yoga. She does many different kinds of yoga as well. Panday shared these photos on Instagram from the studio. In them, she used silks and did partner work. She captioned the post, “My favourite morning ritual. The world is truly better upside down.”

Indian actress Sara Ali Khan is giving her 45 million Instagram followers a look at what a typical core workout looks like. Khan, 28, shared a video of herself wearing green shorts and a sports bra, doing slow, controlled abdominal exercises on a Pilates reformer machine. “Start your day right, hold your core tight. I shall invest in some more gym wear soon! Till then I’m more than happy in my green,” reads the text over her post. Khan famously lost almost 90 pounds through diet and exercise—here’s how the star keeps it off and focuses on her health.

1. Her Fitness Goals

Khan changes up her fitness goals depending on her work—for example, having to look a certain way for a certain role. “But my fitness endeavor started before the realization that I wanted to become an actor,” she told Elle India. “My fitness goal is to wake up every morning and get in at least an hour of some form of exercise so I am a stronger and happier version of myself. I think the hormones that one has going after a good workout and just the feeling of satisfaction and conviction in yourself after a good workout is irreplaceable. That feel-good-serotonin that just rushes through your body is my goal.”

2. Moody Day Workouts

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Khan does specific workouts to lift her mood when she needs a boost. “Usually a swim or a boxing session helps,” she told Elle India. “But if it's an extremely low day, and then I think a piece of chocolate that guilts me into working out even harder the next day keeps me going.”

3. 90-Pound Weight Loss

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Khan lost almost 90 pounds and transformed her life. “My weight loss journey has been a profound learning experience, unveiling crucial insights into wellness and self-care,” she told Lifestyle Asia. “The massive impact nutrition has on overall fitness has been my key takeaway from my journey. It is rightly said beauty truly begins in the kitchen. I have come to appreciate the nourishing power of natural ingredients for nurturing my skin from within.”

4. Yoga, Meditation, and Self-Care

Khan has a holistic approach to health and beauty. “I think beauty tips are very subjective because it depends on how comfortable you are with the products you use,” she told Lifestyle Asia. “But for me a couple of these things are essential on a daily routine basis – a good, nourishing shower gel with skin conditioners, an effective sunscreen and lots of water throughout the day. I usually keep an hour in the day to meditate or practice yoga which also lets me unwind and relax.”

5. Her Fitness Advice

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Khan has good advice for fitness beginners. “Don’t get disappointed if you don’t see immediate results, anything worth it takes time,” she told Elle India. “Look good, feel good, work harder—I work out better when I look better so dress for yourself in the gym. Set a weekly target for yourself with a reward system, so you can keep going. Working out is just half the battle, eating right is as important. Change up your routine; body, mind and souls enjoy variation in workout!”

Bollywood star Janhvi Kapoor—of the Netflix hits Ghost Stories and Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl—enjoyed her weekend. And she looked great while doing so. Kapoor posted a stunning photo on Instagram of herself relaxing in her home, captioning the photo, “Self care weekend.” Read on to see 5 ways Janhvi Kapoor 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 Promotes COVID-19 Vaccines

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With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing on, Kapoor is encouraging her followers to protect themselves. Kapoor is encouraging her followers to get the COVID-19 vaccine, and has included a link to vaccinations in her Instagram bio.

2. She Hikes

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Kapoor spends a lot of time outside, and she posts a lot of stunning photos of herself enjoying the great outdoors. Kapoor is a big fan of hiking and has posted a lot of photos of herself hiking on Instagram. Hiking is a great way to stay active. “Going up and down hills gives the heart a great workout," board-certified family physician, Dr. Ray Sahelian, tells WebMD.

3. She Swims

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In addition to hiking, another of Kapoor’s favorite outdoor activities is hitting the beach and going for a swim. She posted this stunning video on Instagram of herself enjoying time in the ocean.

4. She Does Pilates

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Kapoor is a big fan of Pilates as a way to stay in shape. She posted this photo on Instagram of herself doing leg exercises on a reformer. Pilates isn’t just a great way to stay active, it can also allow you to build more awareness about your body. "It is an education in body awareness," says Pilates studio owner Siri Dharma Galliano, to WebMD. "It changes your shape by educating you in daily life.”

5. She Takes Care Of Her Skin

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Kapoor has incredible skin, and she makes an effort to take care of it. "Proactive skin care can help keep your skin youthful and healthy. Start with skin care rule No. 1 — protect yourself from the sun. When you're outdoors, wear protective clothing and use generous amounts of sunscreen. Then consider other skin care basics, such as avoiding strong soaps and managing stress," says the Mayo Clinic. "Of course, skin care goes beyond sunscreen and daily cleansing. Understand the risks and benefits of tattoos and piercings, including the latest tattoo removal techniques. Know the ins and outs of sunless tanning products. Find out the best ways to treat acne. Consider whether laser hair removal is right for you."

Anshula Kapoor just posted a new bathing suit photo on Instagram. And it was a meaningful photo for her. She wrote in the caption that she is working on finding confidence in her body, and that wearing a bikini has helped. “If you’ve ever wanted to wear something that you’ve liked on someone else but you’ve convinced yourself not to, maybe it’s time to just chase joy and listen to your heart?” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Anshula Kapoor 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 Combines Strength and Cardio

Kapoor opened up about her wellness on Instagram. She says that she combines cardio and strength training to stay in shape. “The trainers keep changing my program but it’s basically a strength workout with some functional training thrown in to the mix towards the end of each session. In a week, we do strength training four times and 1-2 days, I end up doing cardio.”

2. She Builds Muscle

Kapoor’s trainer, Priyanka Metha, opened up about her approach to working with the actress. She says on her Instagram story that their goal is building muscle. “Our focus is to achieve that tone in muscle mass,” she says. “Fat loss being only a by-product.”

3. She Eats Veggies

On her Instagram story, Kapoor talked about her daily diet. She says that she eats a lot of veggies each day. “I am not picky about vegetables. Cook it Indian style and I will have just about anything.”

4. She Took Care Of Her Mental Health

Kapoor opened up about her mental state on Instagram. She says that she took steps to improve her mental health. “For me today, being ‘healthy’ means so much more than what I look like in the mirror. One of my first steps to becoming a healthier me was to acknowledge that mentally I wasn’t in the best place, and that I had to address what was eating me from the inside before I could even begin working on anything else. This was the most uncomfortable part. And the most difficult part too. It took so much therapy. So many tears. So much uncertainty. Fear. Setbacks. Discomfort. Self doubt. Then came the self realisations. Thus began the healing.”

5. She’s Confident In Herself

In her recent Instagram post, Kapoor opened up about finding confidence in herself. She says that she bought a bikini to help her feel better. “I’m glad I took a chance and bought the bikini. This was one of my favorite days on our holiday.. I felt confident, I felt comfortable in my own skin. This is me chasing joy instead of perfection. And I actually can’t wait to wear this bikini again.”