You’re active, healthy and fit, and constantly looking for newer challenges. Give your fitness routine an edge by trying physical activities that are sure to thrill and excite you. On International Women’s Day, we suggest you put these five thrilling things on your fitness bucket list. Run the Bandra-Worli Sea Link So what if you […]
Over the last few years, there has been an increase in lifestyle-related diseases among women. One of the reasons could be that women, juggling work and home, pay little attention to their health on a daily basis. I would know. A software engineer, I had a sedentary job. I never realised how quickly I could […]
By Pragya Bhatt
Summer’s on its way but is you summer-ready? Strong shoulders, a taut upper back and sexy upper arms will ensure that you look your best, be it in a sundress or a vest. Square your shoulders and show them off in style under the summer sun by being regular with this shoulder workout. Standing Dumbbell […]
Cardio in the morning, strength training on alternate days, a jog in the evening and cycling on weekends. Are you pushing your body way too hard? Experts are unanimous that exercise alone won’t help you lose weight. And that overtraining – or overreaching – may hamper your health and fitness goals. Overtraining is when you […]
Tired of the treadmill and had enough of Zumba? Give your fitness routine a spin by getting onto a bicycle. We give you 10 reasons to start cycling today. 1. It’s one of the easiest ways to exercise Cycling doesn’t need inordinate skills; just one that you picked up in childhood. You can ride a […]
You are determined to stick to your New Year resolution of doing your daily workout diligently, but an unwelcome cold or flu has come in the way. What should you do? Should you work out when you are sick or indulge in a long nap? Fitness experts say the answer depends on where your illness […]
By Meenakshi S.
If you are a woman, you have probably heard countless horror stories about weight training. Lifting weights will make you muscular like a man; the muscles will turn to fat when you discontinue; it will put pressure on your uterus and so on. Talk to any sports medicine specialist or qualified fitness instructor and you […]
If you want to torch calories – and who doesn’t? – try spinning. A 45-50-minute session can help you lose up to 500 calories. A also comes with the guarantee of never being monotonous. Spinning is similar to stationary cycling but with certain differences—a spin bike has an open flywheel that controls the intensity of […]
You’ve been hitting the gym 6 days a week but aren’t losing any weight. Why are you going around in circles when it comes to weight loss? Relax for there’s nothing wrong with what you are doing. A new study conducted at the City University of New York and published in the journal Current Biology […]
thighs that you can show off, thunder thighs may have been hot once but they are no longer sexy. If you want to flaunt slim thighs in your hot pants, it’s time you whittled away that excess fat. We tell you how. Reality check You believe you have fat thighs but do you have a […]
10 hours to go for the big fat Indian wedding that you just have to attend? If you’re struggling to feel great in that figure-hugging Anarkali or slim-fit sherwani, we’ve got help. Five Healthify Me experts give you last-minute healthy tips that will help you avoid the bloated feeling and help you put your best […]
Preparing for a marathon needs a lot of time, discipline and commitment. Training outdoors is an important part of prepping for a marathon but no workout is worth risking your overall health or well-being for. Follow our top 12 training tips for marathon beginners to ensure safe sessions: Avoid deserted areas like the plague. This […]
No one really likes them but there’s no way you can get a toned lower body without squats. Fitness trainers and experts worldwide recommend them, giving umpteen reasons to add squats to your workout routine. Squats can help build muscle, burn fat, increase strength and protect against disease. Variations of squat exercises ensure that you […]
Yoga, which is associated with unifying the mind, spirit, and body, offers umpteen health benefits. Done regularly, it can improve cardiovascular health, control diabetes, reduce depression, and improve intuition. But there’s more to yoga than toning the muscles, relaxing the mind, and increasing energy. Yoga can also help in weight loss as the right yoga […]
It’s marathon season and almost everybody seems to be running one. You want to but are you marathon ready? If you start training now, you may well be by next season. Try our training tips for marathon beginners and get started. Announce it out loud: The race remains a pipe dream till you start talking about […]
Staying committed to a fitness routine needs constant inspiration and motivation. Most of us want to make sweating a part of our routine but find it tough to stay motivated to exercise. We got four HealthifyMe experts to crack the code of how you can compel yourself to stick to your health and fitness routine. […]
Yoga asanas and fat burn? Yes, you heard right. Yoga isn’t only about moves that increase flexibility; it can also increase the heart rate, build muscle, fuel calorie burn and zap away that fat. Try these yoga asanas for weight loss and shed those winter kilos before they add up. These yoga poses are ideal […]
Love them or hate them, squats are an important part of any exercise routine. Apart from being an exercise that you can do anywhere and at any time, they are the best way to tone your legs and butt. But there are lots more reasons to get down. We give you the top nine reasons […]
Getting fit may be your top 2019 resolution but that doesn’t mean you need to feel bloated and out of shape at the New Year Eve bash. Our last-minute suggestions will help the men look their muscled best and the women their svelte-st self. [symple_button url=”https://healthifyme.onelink.me/2285251819?pid=Blog_Post&c=Sign_Up&af_dp=hmein%3A%2F%2Factivity%2FPlansv2Activity&af_web_dp=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthifyme.com%2Fhome&af_force_dp=true” color=”red” size=”medium” border_radius=”3px” target=”self” rel=”” icon_left=”” icon_right=””]Get fit with […]
The sun is yet to rise when your alarm clock goes off. You feel like diving under the blanket rather than driving to the gym or heading to the park for a jog on this cold, dreary morning. Sleep in for a bit if you like but don’t let the weather affect your fitness. After […]
Kareena Kapoor swears by it. As do Rani Mukherji and Sridevi. And a gazillion other celebrities! The Surya Namaskar, a sequence of 12 yoga poses that flow into each other with rhythmic breathing, is touted as the one series that can keep you fit. Even if you don’t have the time for any other strenuous […]
Love handles you can hide but what do you do when one appears on your face? The dreaded double chin is hated universally and often acts as the final wakeup call for those who’ve been putting off getting their fitness routine in order. But while gymming, yoga and dieting may help shed pounds and inches […]
Anyone who has arthritis tries to live with the pain. The pain is accompanied by aches, stiffness, swelling and decreased range of motion in and around one or more joints. Winter tends to augment the condition. Most often than not, people afflicted by arthritis prefer to stay put but this backfires as the muscles and […]
become Mentally fit! cardio five days a week, strength or functional training three days a week and long bike rides over the weekend. You have your physical fitness in order but are you neglecting your mental health? We give you five ways to improve your mental health and wellbeing and condition your brain. Let the […]
Who doesn’t want a stronger sleeker upper body to show off? Working your upper arms won’t get you bulked up like the Incredible Hulk. It will get your arms leaner and ready to bare by the time summer rolls around. The best part? You can do all these exercises at home. All you need are […]
Beauty, they say, is self-confidence applied directly to the face. Stay beautiful by trying facial yoga to rejuvenate your face, relax muscles and nerve connections and brighten it. The benefits of yoga go far beyond flexibility. Apart from the life-changing benefits, the practice can help banish fine lines, sagging and wrinkles. Experts believe that yogic […]
An 18-inch waist may seem like a pipedream, but whittling down the middle should be on everyone’s to-do list. Research has shown that a large waist is associated with large amounts of visceral fat around the abdominal organs. This can lead to inflammation, high cholesterol, insulin resistance and other problems linked with poor health. Getting […]
If you’ve made spending time at the gym a part of your daily life, getting your gym bag in order could save you a few precious minutes every day and simplify life. Every bag reflects its owner’s personality and choice but, there are a few essentials that can set you up for a more productive […]
What sets a great physique apart from a good one? A superb set of thick diamond-shaped calves. Muscular calves aren’t just only for the looks they provide. Strong calves can help support and stabilise your body during lifts such as the Deadlift and Squat, and during almost every sport. In fact, unless you’ve got calves […]
Here’s a little secret. Cycling can make you a better runner. I bet you’re thinking how that’s possible since in our minds cycling and running are broadly categorized as ‘cardio’. Well, cardio is not always the same and works different muscles during different exercises. We’re going to break down the benefits of biking and running for you. […]
