Rukmini Maitra in Workout Gear Shares "Sunday Motivation" Doing Aerial Yoga

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.”

Indian actress Malaika Arora recently opened her own yoga studio and based on her social media updates, is well qualified for the job. Arora, 50, shared a video of herself wearing purple shorts and a black sports bra, doing a full Vinyasa yoga workout on a mat. “Yoga is not just a workout …. It’s a way of life for me 🧘‍♀️. #powervinyasaflow @thedivayoga,” she captioned the post. Here’s how Arora lives her best, healthiest, and happiest life.

1. Yoga By Malaika

Arora is thrilled to open her own yoga studio, something is deeply passionate about. “I was introduced to yoga years ago when I suffered an injury, and since then my love affair with it has only become stronger,” she told Elle India. “So when the opportunity to be a part of Diva Yoga came my way, I jumped at it. It’s in sync with my beliefs about fitness, my love for yoga, and more importantly, I’ve always wanted to create a yoga studio that was dedicated to women.”

2. Weight Training and Pilates

Arora works out every day, mixing up yoga, weight training, and Pilates. “I make it a point to practice yoga every day; if not at the studio then a quick 20-minute routine at home,” she told Elle India. “Just practicing a few basic asanas every morning can really make a difference to the rest of my day. Besides that, I do some Pilates and weight training through the week to build strength, to train the mind and lengthen the body. I really wish I could be more outdoorsy, but I don’t enjoy running because I find it very hard on my knees. I do try to fit in a swim when I’m traveling.”

3. DIY Skin and Hair Treatments

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Arora freezes papaya, potato and tomato into ice cubes and uses them as a cold face treatment. She also makes hair masks out of egg, coconut oil, and banana. “During COVID, I started experimenting and using natural products and I was using coconut oil on my hair once a week,” celebrity extensionist Priscilla Valles told Vogue. “The hydration and shine it provides is beyond amazing.”

4. Relaxation Activities

Arora likes to wind down and relax with massages, or cleaning her house. “Massage therapy is safe and effective for people of all ages,” massage therapist Ivy Conrad, M.S.S.G.-L., tells the Mayo Clinic. “It's not only a feel-good way to indulge or pamper yourself. It's a powerful tool to help you take charge of your health and well-being, whether you have a specific health condition or are looking for a stress reliever.”

5. Fitness Encouragement For Newbies

Arora has good advice for anyone starting out on their fitness journey. “The fact that you’ve begun is the best thing,” she told Elle India. “You have got to push your mind, stay dedicated and look at your routine as a slow transformation, to stay on track. Don’t treat your workout like a quick-fix, it’s something that should be a part of your lifestyle if you want to reap its benefits. Creating your own fitness routine should be like getting into a long-term relationship.”

In addition to her work in films, actress Mallika Sherawat has become quite the fitness influencer on Instagram. And from the looks of her photos, all that exercise is paying off. Sherawat posted a photo of herself in a camouflage bathing suit, showing off her impressive abs. She captioned the photo, “Fit girl” and had these inspirational hashtags: “#getoutside #planetearth #naturegram #naturebeauty #natureshots #naturephoto #naturewalk #paradise #ocean #palmtrees #summervibes #beachlife #tropicalparadise #paradiseisland #aroundtheworld #tropicalvibes #beachlove #ocean🌊 #tropicalbeach #positivethinking #positivemindset #lifeisbeautiful #dream #positivemind #mothernature #view #beachphotoshoot #beachview #beachfashion #canon5dmarkiv” How does she stay so fit? Read on to see 5 ways Mallika Sherawat 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 Stretches

Sherawat always remembers to stretch, and she makes sure to do full-body stretches. She posted this set of photos on Instagram of herself doing two different Uttanasana stretches, one on the ground, and one in a chair. She captioned the post, “I love doing Uttanasana, Uttanasana is a stretch of the entire back body, from the soles of the feet and up the backs of the legs; spans the lower, middle, and upper back; rises up the neck; and circles over the scalp and back down the forehead. When you fold forward in Uttanasana, you stretch this entire sheath of muscles.It creates a Calming effect throughout the central nervous system. I personally experience Euphoria after doing this intense asana.”

2. She Practices Yoga

One of Sherawat’s favorite ways to exercise is by practicing yoga. She has posted several photos and videos on Instagram of herself doing different yoga poses. In this reel, Sherawat says that yoga has a great effect on her mood, writing in the caption, “Beat the Monday Blues with yoga postures, forward bends being my favorite as they promote total mental relaxation, calmness & joy.”

3. She Does TRX

Sherawat has a lot of workout equipment at home, which she uses to stay in shape. One piece of equipment that she owns are TRX cables, and she does a lot of different exercises with them. She posted this video on Instagram of herself using the cable to help her do squats. She captioned the video, “Pistol squat TRX training is one of the most challenging lower body workouts.” “Strength training can help you tone your muscles and improve your appearance. With a regular strength training program, you can reduce your body fat, increase bone strength, increase your lean muscle mass and burn calories more efficiently,” says the Mayo Clinic. “You can do strength training with inexpensive resistance tubing or even your own body weight. With proper technique, you may enjoy noticeable improvements in your strength and stamina over time.”

4. She Lifts Weights

Another at-home workout Sherawat likes to do is strength training exercises. She likes to lift weights, and has posted photos on Instagram with a barbell over her head. She captioned this weightlifting video, “High intensity workout is one of my favorite form of exercises to engage the entire body & not just one muscle group.”

5. She Does Suspension Based Exercises

Another of Sherawat’s at-home exercises are suspension exercises. She posted this video on Instagram of herself doing crunches while hanging from a bar. She captioned the post, “Suspension based exercises can improve mobility , flexibility, balance , focus and STRENGTH. They constantly engage your core plus it’s pretty... fun!”

Sushmita Sen is rebuilding her back – in her workout gear. In a new social media post the Indian actress shares a photo from her back workout at the gym. “From setBACK to comeBACK,” she wrote in the caption. “When positivity BACKsup…Negativity BACKsdown!!! #backstory #spinetalk #builditstrong #workinprogress 🤗👊❤️I love you guys!!! #duggadugga #yourstruly 😍.” How does the star approach diet and fitness? Celebwell has the details on her health habits.

1. Aerial Silks

Sushmita injured her back in 2006 when she suffered a slipped disc. “Restricted from working out and doing a lot else, I ended up with tons of weight," she told Times of India. “I could have complained about a bad back for the rest of my life or done something about it.” She then discovered aerial silks. “AS is a mix of yoga, dancing, ballet and one of the most disciplined martial arts, Kallaripayatu. It's now a part of my everyday workout and on days, when I am not doing it, I do stretches. They give me a blood rush to stay charged throughout the day and keep my skin glowing. Because you are using your own body weight, each and every muscle is working out, leaving you toned,” she said. She also loves the “meditative feel” it gives her. “You need to have the ability to lift the entire weight of your body to perform it -this comes with practice. Beginners find it tough, and must start slow, but anyone can do it really, and once you are into it, it's pure bliss.”

2. Different Workouts Throughout the Week

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“My workout keeps changing through the week,” Sushmita added to Times of India. “It switches between internal training -walking, running, skipping, and strengthening. I don't like the idea of working out for hours, but keeping my body active from head to toe works. I am not enthusiastic about weight-training, like I was earlier.” Her trainer, Nupur Shikhare, added that she weight trains four times a week for two hours a session. “She is currently working on bodyweight training and flexibility. Mobility is another key area that you'll find her focusing on—core strengthening, head-to-toe mobility and shoulder rotations are a prominent feature of her regimen,” he told Vogue.

3. New Techniques

Shikhare revealed to Vogue that his star client likes to try new workouts. “What really characterizes Sushmita Sen is her drive and enthusiasm for trying out new things. She is extremely clued into the latest workouts and I constantly have her coming up with new innovations that she'd like to incorporate into her regimen. She spends hours researching new techniques in minute detail, and often breaks them down and tries them out on her own to figure out how they work for her,” he continued. “Sen believes that working out at the gym will keep you healthy but trying new things can challenge you even further,” he said.

4. Balanced Diet

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Sushmita detailed her diet to Times of India. Her breakfast is a bowl of fruit and a glass of warm water followed by “two toasts with six egg whites made like a French toast. Two hours later, I eat a pear,” she said. Two hours later, she eats lunch, “half a bowl of black dal, one bowl of gobi sabji, a piece of fish cooked in foil with ginger and coriander, one bowl of rice and two rotis. Evening snack is limited to four biscuits. Two hours later, I have a glass of vegetable juice,” she continued. For dinner she eats half a bowl of dal, beans and one measured bowl of onion-cucumber raita or plain dahi with masala. “Sometimes, I have two rotis and three egg whites,” she added. “Luckily, I don't have a sweet tooth. I usually don't include sugar in my meals.”

5. Yoga

Sushmita also does yoga. “What a feeling it is to find balance & stability after all the failed attempts,” she captioned aInstagram post.

6. Hydration

She also prioritizes hydration. “I ensure I have at least 14 glasses of water through the day,” she told Times of India. According to the Mayo Clinic, hydration is important for a variety of reasons. Water helps get rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements, keeps your temperature normal, lubricates and cushions joints, and helps protect sensitive tissues.

Taapsee Pannu, the accomplished actress known for her powerful roles in films like Baby and Pink, recently took to Instagram to share a video of herself performing aerial yoga. Captioned, “Aerial shaerial …. N all that jazz…..,” the post showcases Pannu's dedication to staying fit and healthy through unique and challenging workouts. Alongside her love for yoga, Pannu follows a mindful approach to diet and strength training, ensuring she maintains her health and well-being. Here’s a look at some of the key practices that keep Taapsee in top form.

1. She Does Yoga

As you can see from her Instagram post, Pannu likes to do yoga to stay in shape. According to Harvard Health, yoga has a lot of benefits. “People who practice yoga and are mindful eaters are more in tune with their bodies. They may be more sensitive to hunger cues and feelings of fullness. 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. 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.”

2. She Eats Healthy

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Pannu opened up about her diet on Instagram. She says that she sought out help from a nutritionist to come up with her plan. “The diet that helped me deal with my bad metabolism, the diet that helped me get the body of an athlete ‘all naturally’, but most importantly the diet that bust every other myth about ‘dieting’. I eat 6 times a day and all my meals have CARBS! This is strictly as per my diet plan by the one and only Munmun Ganeriwal.”

3. She Gets Enough Protein

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Pannu makes sure to get enough protein in her diet. She shared a recipe for a high-protein snack in this Instagram post. Pannu captioned it, “Not a Protein Bar kind of person. What works for me are laddoos approved by my superwoman @munmun.Ganeriwal Filled up with the goodness of besan, coconut, nuts, gond and ghee. She calls it the 'Protein Energy Balls' and I call it my 'healthy indulgence.’”

4. She Does Planks

Pannu does planks to stay in shape. She shared this photo of herself in a plank on Instagram. Pannu captioned the post, “So hold on baby. Cause lately I feel crazy. Oh you hold on.” Allina Health states that planks have a lot of benefits. “The plank is a simple, effective bodyweight exercise that strengthens your core, as well as muscles in your upper and lower body. Core muscles, which include your back and abdomen, help you maintain posture and balance as you stand, sit and move throughout the day.”

5. She Strength Trains

Pannu likes to strength train to stay in shape. She shared this photo on Instagram of herself doing pulldowns, which are a strength training exercise. Pannu captioned the post, “When they say you need to have a strong back…..just build one!” The Mayo Clinic states that strength training exercises are very beneficial. “Strength training can help you manage or lose weight, and it can increase your metabolism to help you burn more calories.”