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Hindi Stunner Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia in Two-Piece Workout Gear is a "Babe"

She recently met up with her friends for a gym day.

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Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia is a very successful actress. She is known for her role in the TV series, Choti Sarrdaarni. Ahluwalia also appeared on the reality series, Bigg Boss. She recently met up with her friends for a gym day. They shared a photo on all three of their Instagram accounts from the day. They all wore sets of black workout gear, showing off their figures. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.


1. She Does Chin-Ups

Ahluwalia shared this video on Instagram of herself working out in the gym. In it, she is seen doing chin-ups. According to ACE Fitness, chin-ups are a great exercise. “The primary benefits of the chin-up are increasing strength and definition of the upper arms, specifically the biceps, the posterior deltoids of the shoulders and the teres major and latissimus dorsi muscles of the back. Additionally, holding on to a bar and being able to do chin-ups helps develop crushing grip strength, which can come in handy for opening stubborn jars or having an impressive handshake.”

2. She Strength Trains

In her Instagram video, Ahluwalia is seen doing strength training exercises like lifting dumbbells and pulley rows. According to The Mayo Clinic, exercises like these have a lot of benefits. “By stressing your bones, strength training can increase bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Strength training can help you manage or lose weight, and it can increase your metabolism to help you burn more calories.”

3. She Wants To Help Others

Ahluwalia wants to help others. She shared this video on Instagram calling for young people to be educated on menstruation. She captioned the post, “As women, we tend to go through different kinds of hormonal imbalances affecting our health; physically and mentally. Irregular periods can be a sign of poor health and so educating ourselves and girls and women around us is important. Let us include ‘Period’ in school education. You too can contribute by signing the petition.”

4. She Doesn’t Stress About Her Diet

In an interview with IANS, Ahluwalia talked about the importance of not stressing about her diet and weight. “Many of us focus too much on the number of kilos lost. I realised it is more than just the number on the scale; it is about feeling healthier and stronger. This transformation has been about internal changes, and I feel that energy is now radiating outward. Currently, I eat carbs in a very controlled way, just focusing on a high-protein and low-carb diet. I also try to have dinner early and avoid eating anything afterward.”

5. She Boxes

“Throwing a punch works your entire body, from your arms and shoulders all the way to your core and legs,” physical therapist James Edwards, DPT says to the Cleveland Clinic, which adds "The conditioning exercises in fitness boxing classes also use a whole-body approach. You’ll tone muscles you never knew you had!:

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Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia is a very successful actress. She is known for her role in the TV series, Choti Sarrdaarni. Ahluwalia also appeared on the reality series, Bigg Boss. She recently met up with her friends for a gym day. They shared a photo on all three of their Instagram accounts from the day. They all wore sets of black workout gear, showing off their figures. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia stays in shape and the photos that prove they work.


1. She Does Chin-Ups

Ahluwalia shared this video on Instagram of herself working out in the gym. In it, she is seen doing chin-ups. According to ACE Fitness, chin-ups are a great exercise. “The primary benefits of the chin-up are increasing strength and definition of the upper arms, specifically the biceps, the posterior deltoids of the shoulders and the teres major and latissimus dorsi muscles of the back. Additionally, holding on to a bar and being able to do chin-ups helps develop crushing grip strength, which can come in handy for opening stubborn jars or having an impressive handshake.”

2. She Strength Trains

In her Instagram video, Ahluwalia is seen doing strength training exercises like lifting dumbbells and pulley rows. According to The Mayo Clinic, exercises like these have a lot of benefits. “By stressing your bones, strength training can increase bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Strength training can help you manage or lose weight, and it can increase your metabolism to help you burn more calories.”

3. She Wants To Help Others

Ahluwalia wants to help others. She shared this video on Instagram calling for young people to be educated on menstruation. She captioned the post, “As women, we tend to go through different kinds of hormonal imbalances affecting our health; physically and mentally. Irregular periods can be a sign of poor health and so educating ourselves and girls and women around us is important. Let us include ‘Period’ in school education. You too can contribute by signing the petition.”

4. She Doesn’t Stress About Her Diet

In an interview with IANS, Ahluwalia talked about the importance of not stressing about her diet and weight. “Many of us focus too much on the number of kilos lost. I realised it is more than just the number on the scale; it is about feeling healthier and stronger. This transformation has been about internal changes, and I feel that energy is now radiating outward. Currently, I eat carbs in a very controlled way, just focusing on a high-protein and low-carb diet. I also try to have dinner early and avoid eating anything afterward.”

5. She Boxes

“Throwing a punch works your entire body, from your arms and shoulders all the way to your core and legs,” physical therapist James Edwards, DPT says to the Cleveland Clinic, which adds "The conditioning exercises in fitness boxing classes also use a whole-body approach. You’ll tone muscles you never knew you had!:

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Mrunal Thakar is best known for her work in projects like Super 30, Batla House, and Jersey. She recently enjoyed a beach day, and shared some highlights on Instagram. In them, she posed on the sand. Thakar wore a royal blue bathing suit, showing off her figure. She captioned the post, “Photo dump.” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Mrunal Thakar 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 With A Trainer

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Thakur notably lost a lot of weight, leaving many wondering about her secrets. She revealed to Filmfare that when she was working on the film Super 30, she worked with trainer Hrithik Roshan. “When I used to wake up in the morning for the 7 am shift, Hrithik would already be in the gym. After the pack-up in the evening, he would hit the gym again. I remember days when I used to be quite exhausted but I would push myself to do a couple of Surya Namaskars. So yes, Hrithik has inspired me a lot.”

2. She Hikes

Thakur spends a lot of time outside. One thing she likes to do is go hiking. Thakur shared this set of photos on Instagram of herself going on a hike with her friends and her dog. She captioned it, “Weekend moodboard.” The Cleveland Clinic states that hiking has a lot of benefits. “As with all exercise, hiking comes with heart health benefits. Studies have shown that exercise can reduce your risk of heart disease. By working out, your circulation improves and your heart becomes stronger.”

3. She Weight Trains

Thakur shares a lot of her favorite exercises on Instagram. One thing she likes to do is weight train. In this video, she is seen doing shoulder presses and bicep curls with hand weights. She captioned it, “A little progress each day! Adding animal flow workout into the routine.” The Mayo Clinic states that weight training has a lot of benefits. “Strength training can help you manage or lose weight, and it can increase your metabolism to help you burn more calories.”

4. She Works Out With Others

When Thakur goes to the gym, she isn’t always alone. Sometimes, she works out with a friend. Thakur shared this video on Instagram of herself at the gym with one of her friends. In it, they are seen using TRX cables, the agility ladder, and doing foot fires. She captioned the post, “You are only one workout away from a good mood. Hello gym partner.”

5. She Does Burpees

One exercise that Thakur likes to do are burpees. In this gym video she posted on Instagram, she is seen doing them. Thakur captioned the post, “And the countdown begins.” Burpees are a bodyweight exercise, and bodyweight exercises have a lot of benefits. A study concluded that, “A single session of a community-based group exercise program combining step aerobics and bodyweight resistance exercise was effective in inducing significant post-exercise hypotension in healthy young adult women.”

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Namrita Malla is showing off her authenticity – and her incredibly fit figure – in her swimsuit. The dancer shares a message of self-acceptance in one of her latest social media posts, wearing a bathing suit as she dances in the water. “Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself,” she captioned the Instagram post. How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Namrita Malla 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 Exudes Confidence

No matter what she is doing or who she is with, Namrita exudes self-love and confidence. “Confidence is sexy,wear it daily,” is even her tagline on Instagram, and she lives by those words.

2. She Dances

Obviously, Namrita’s main form of fitness – and also her claim to fame – is dancing. She performs with Zenith Dance Troupe and regularly shares all of her videos on social media. According to experts, rigorous dancing is a very effective workout, as it involves engaging all of your muscles and limbs and also gets your heart pumping. So, you burn calories, build muscle, and improve heart health.

3. She Does Yoga

Namrita loves getting her zen on with the help of yoga. Not only is yoga a great physical workout, but also helps exercise the mind and improve mental health. “Peaceful mind grateful heart,” she captioned one of her clips, showing off her yoga poses.

4. She Runs

Namritai also knows that cardiovascular exercise is essential. One of her favorite forms? Running. She loves running outside in her swimsuit. “I am sexy & I all know it,” she captioned this clip set to the popular LMFAO song.

5. She Has Workout Buddies

Namrita is a fan of the workout buddy system. In one of her Instagram videos she does a series of strength training exercises on the shoreline with her brother. “Workout with my bro,” she captioned it. Having a workout buddy is a great way to stay motivated and be held accountable.

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Indian actress and film producer Anushka Sharma just posted a stunning new photo on her Instagram. Sharma lounged by a pool, while wearing a bright green swimsuit. Sharma just captioned the photo with a clover emoji, likely referring to her swimsuit’s color, or describing herself as a lucky catch. Read on to see 5 ways Anushka Sharma 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 Regularly

Sharma is open about her love of fitness and working out. Even with her busy schedule, she still manages to squeeze in time for exercise. “I am very particular about my workouts and try not to miss it even when I'm shooting," she tells Vogue India.

2. She Loves To Listen To Music While Working Out

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Sharma makes sure to stay motivated to work out. One of her secrets? A great workout playlist. When working out, Sharma tells Vogue India that she likes to listen to, “Music that's peppy and lifts up my mood.”

3. She Loves Pilates

Sharma does Pilates, and often works out with a Pilates trainer. Her trainer, Megha Kawale, tells Vogue India that Sharma likes Pilates for strength building and to help with back problems. “When we started our journey with Pilates together, it was to take care of her sensitive lower back and build a strong core. So our focus was always the core and our aim was to elevate her fitness levels further.”

4. She Focuses on Her Core

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Sharma focuses on her core when it comes to exercising. Her Pilates trainer, Megha Kawale, says that the actress prioritizes her core, and this is one of the reasons the actress loves the exercise. Kawale says to Vogue India, "Initially, we did a lot of isolated core work as I wanted to ensure that we don’t stress her back, while working on core activation and recruitment. Then gradually we starting mixing the routines in the reformer and chair by doing combination core exercises.”

5. She Loves Running On The Treadmill

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Sharma makes sure to get enough cardio workouts in. One of her favorite exercises is running on a treadmill. She posted this photo of her on a treadmill on her Instagram.

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Avneet Kaur loves to spend time by the water. She posts a lot of beach, pool, and swimsuit photos on Instagram. Kaur just shared some photos from Antalya Beach Park. In them, she wore a white jeweled bikini, long white skirt, and long blue headband. She captioned the post, “Beach bum.” Read on to see 5 ways Avneet Kaur 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 Does Squats

Kaur shared this video on Instagram of herself doing different workouts at the gym. In it, she is seen doing squats. She captioned the post, “Turnin it up.” Squats are a great way to build leg and glute muscles, and tighten those areas.

2. She Does Cardio Workouts

In the same Instagram video, Kaur is seen doing a lot of cardio workouts. She is seen both running on a treadmill and going for a jog outside. She is also seen using the elliptical and stationary bike in the gym, and doing lateral stair jumps. Cardio is an important part of working out. These types of workouts increase blood flow and heart health.

3. She Plays Golf

Kaur likes to try new ways to stay active. She revealed on Instagram that she is learning golf. She posted this video of herself at the driving range. Kaur captioned the post, “Trying new things.” According to Better Health, golf is not just a good physical activity, it is also a good activity for your mental health. They state that golf can “Help in reducing stress (as a result of the physical activity and also due to the pleasure of walking in an open and natural environment).”

4. She Goes Swimming

Kaur loves to go swimming as a way to stay in shape. She shared these posts of herself in Dubai’s Aura Skypool. She captioned the post, “On top.” Better Health reports, “Swimming is a healthy activity that you can continue for a lifetime. It is a low-impact activity that has many physical and mental health benefits.”

5. She Does Small Workouts, On A Regular Basis

Kaur revealed some of her wellness secrets in this YouTube video. She says that when it comes to working out, she believes in quantity over quality. Kaur says that since she is so busy, she does smaller workouts on a regular basis. “I make sure that I do little, but I remain consistent,” she said.

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Rebeca Andrade is an Olympic gymnast. She is the most decorated Olympic athlete from Brazil, having won two gold medals, three silvers, and a bronze. Andrade recently shared some highlights of her native Brazil on Instagram. In some of them, she posed in a swimsuit while wading. Andrade captioned the post, “SC-&-RS🏕️🌅❤️ Being free is a paradox. It's committing to the life you want, without running away from the work that it entails. It's building freedom every day, with conscious choices and, mainly, with the acceptance that freedom is not the absence of limits, but the autonomy to know which ones are worth it and which ones are not. Being free is being willing to carry the weight of your own life and still find it funny.”

She Swims

In her Instagram post, Andrade is seen swimming. The Cleveland Clinic says that swimming has a lot of benefits. “Swimming takes much less of a toll on your body than, say, running or riding a bike. That’s because exercising in water lessens the impact of your body weight on your joints.”

She Does Gymnastics

Gymnastics is the main way Andrade stays in shape. British Gymnastics states that the sport has a lot of benefits. “When you take part in gymnastics, or any sport for that matter, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These also help to trigger a positive feeling in the body which can have a positive impact on your happiness and mental wellbeing. This can help to combat feelings of anxiety and depression.”

She Prioritizes Safety

Andrade talked about her training approach in an interview with the Olympics website. She says that she and her coach prioritize her safety, and that she will skip floor sessions if she isn’t able to do it. "I talk a lot with my coach and we trust in each other. We always try to be really safe, and do floor in the correct moments. He believes in me. I'm never going to lie to not do it. So, when I really tell him that I can't do it, it's because I cannot and he always respects that.”

She Sets Goals

In her Olympics website interview, Andrade talked about her commitment and goal setting. Specifically, she talked about her goal to make the Olympic team. “The other [goal], which is the main one, is for us to qualify as a team,” Andrade said. “I think it will be very important for me, for my team, and the focus is on that, whatever happens there, the result is a consequence of our work, of our commitment. But I really want to be there with my team and be happy and healthy.”

She Cooks

Andrade makes sure to eat healthy. She also likes to cook a lot of her own meals. She shared some of her favorite things to make in an interview with NPR. “There was one that was with potatoes and cheese, chicken. There’s cake. There’s cookies. A lot of things.”

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Brandi Glanville has never been one to hold back, whether on reality TV or her unfiltered podcast. Best known for her time on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, the US and UK versions of Celebrity Big Brother, and The Traitors, Glanville always speaks her mind. Her podcast, Brandi Glanville Unfiltered, recently stirred up some drama when she called out Real Housewives stars for struggling on The Traitors and suggested the show stop casting them. Many fans saw this as subtle shade toward Phaedra Parks, who excelled in the previous season.

Beyond the headlines, Glanville has shared glimpses into her personal wellness routine, from skincare secrets to unconventional self-care methods. Here’s a look at how she stays feeling and looking her best.

She Uses Eye Patches

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One thing that Glanville does to take care of her skin is use under-eye patches. In this Instagram post, she revealed the brand she used on Celebrity Big Brother. Glanville captioned it, “One of the #1 questions we get from fans since leaving #bigbrother is what brand of under eye patches were we wearing constantly on the show...The answer is @peterthomasrothofficial!! They are amaze! #ThanksMarissa 💋 (Blogging about all the products, will be posting on @bbeautyunfltrd soon).”

She Walks

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Glanville likes to walk her dogs to keep herself in shape. She shared this video on Instagram of herself and her pup walking in Los Angeles. Glanville captioned the post, “On our way to do some podcasting.” Harvard Health says that walking is very beneficial. “Walking can help protect you during cold and flu season. A study of over 1,000 men and women found that those who walked at least 20 minutes a day, at least 5 days a week, had 43% fewer sick days than those who exercised once a week or less. And if they did get sick, it was for a shorter duration, and their symptoms were milder.”

She Has A Dog

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As you can see from the previous Instagram post, Glanville has pet dogs. And according to Harvard Health, this can be beneficial. “A growing body of solid research shows that owning a dog can: provide companionship, help you be more active, make kids calmer, more secure, and more responsible, improve the lives of older individuals, help you be calmer, more mindful, and more present in your life, make you more social and less isolated, ease stress.”

She Worked With A Breath Coach

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Glanville revealed to Us Weekly that she works with a breath coach to help with her mental health. “I’m still doing cosmetic stuff, but at the same time trying to fix myself. I eat better and breathe and actually exercise. I’m getting there. I just started with this journey, but I can actually do things. My body can do things now that I couldn’t do five years ago.”

She Uses CellSound

Glanville revealed to People that she used the CellSound treatment on her stomach. "I mean, to be honest, I haven't worn a crop top in years, and I literally feel comfortable going out in a crop top, which is so bizarre," she says. "Not that I feel like everyone should do that, but I can go work out with a crop top on and not feel like I have my mommy stomach and I shouldn't sit down. So it's definitely empowered me in that aspect."

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Kat McNamara is a successful actress. She is known for her role in fantasy and superhero projects like Shadowhunters, Girl vs. Monster, and Arrow. McNamara just shared her fitness challenge for the year on Instagram. In a recent video, she is seen doing Pilates exercises on a reformer. McNamara received a lot of praise in the comments. She captioned the post, “Switching it up!💥New year, new workout adventure! Thanks @laurajquinn for once again putting me through my paces! 🤣 We’ve come a long way from ballet to @alo! 🩰”

She Does Pilates

McNamara is seen doing Pilates in her Instagram video. The Cleveland Clinic says that this exercise has a lot of health benefits. “The benefits of Pilates are both therapeutic and preventive. The practice may help you recover from an existing injury or manage a chronic musculoskeletal issue. It may also help you establish a healthy baseline, so that when those injuries or issues arise, you’re able to bounce back faster.”

She Boxes

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McNamara shared some of the things she did to stay in shape for Shadowhunters in an interview with Women’s Health. One thing she did was box. “It builds the shape of muscles I needed to look like a fighter, and it's just plain fun," she says.” Boxing has a lot of health benefits. The Cleveland Clinic says, “Regular physical activity, including boxing, can lower your blood pressure, your cholesterol and your risk of heart disease.”

She Does Leg Workouts

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McNamara tells Women’s Health that she doesn’t skip leg day. "I know most people hate leg day, but I kinda love it. It's what makes me feel strongest." Piedmont says that leg workouts are extremely important. “Having strong glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings and calf muscles gives your body a strong foundation and can: Tone your lower body muscles. Boost your metabolism as you increase muscle mass. Give you a higher calorie burn as you train larger muscle groups. Improve your balance.”

She Does HIIT

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While on Shadowhunters, McNamara did a lot of HIIT. "In order to do the fight scenes, I needed a lot of upper body strength because I would be holding weapons all day," she says to Women’s Health. "High intensity interval training turned out to be the perfect thing for me. I was able to keep up my cardio stamina and build upon that so I could do the fight scenes, which are basically just sprints."

She Consistent

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McNamara tells Women’s Health that she makes sure to stay consistent with her workouts. “There were days when I was tired. There were days when the last thing I wanted to do was pick up a weight...but I just had to physically get myself there—to take a deep breath and remember why I was doing it and why I was there. I think that can go for any kind of physical goal that someone has—half the battle is the mental battle.”