Tag: fitness

Summer style steals for men

This summer is all about experimentation for men. And, if you are reading this then it is time you make the much-needed shift in your priorities – now. Allow your style quotient to top the agenda and you shouldn’t feel apologetic about it at all. It is time you treat yourself as equals in every sense of the word. Here’s a list of summer essentials for men to keep them looking cool and chic at the same time, all season long.

This summer dress up and dare the sun as if you are a way ahead than the ladies. Here’s a check list for your summer wardrobe.

Lots of linens

A summer favourite, linen is the fabric to brave the sun. When heat and humidity bug you together it is important that you opt for something as light and breathable as linens. This warm weather fabric can actually give your summer wardrobe a whole lot of variety. Schedule your days at work with a linen shirt and dress down for a soiree in a pair of crease-free linen pants. You are good to go.

Decoding the collarless

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On a hot sunny day, who wouldn’t want to slip into a T-shirt? There is no crime in doing that. But, how about adopting the tee with a whole new dimension? Collarless Henley T-shirts with a button placket can offer so much more to your wardrobe. Made for the summer season, they are easy, extremely comfortable and super stylish.

Summery shorts

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Gone are the days when men had only a handful of options to dress up. In fact, today they can completely ditch the pants and instead don a cool pair of shorts to rock a hot summer day. Remember, it isn’t that easy to find a perfect fit. Hog your way through different sizes and fit, once you nail the perfect one for your body type – buy them. Further, you can experiment with texture, material and colours to enhance your look.

Weather watch

A look without a wrist watch is like a movie without any climax. Yeah! A watch really does that to your look. Get an envious nato strap watch and let the sweat feel bad throughout the summer season. It is a quintessential summer accessory that adds character to your look without much ado.

Bag the look

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Perfect your look with an over-sized bag and walk through a hectic day at work like a fashion-forward man. Designer brand like Nappa Dori have some great options to suit every style.

Shoe power

It is time you shelve your sneakers until autumn returns and get out with the newest edition of shoes – the boat shoe. They are in vogue for many reasons. First up, they are easy-to-wear and slip out of. They can turn around your look in seconds and get you the attention for all the good reasons. The boat shoe in different colours and styles is definitely a head turner.

Pamper a bit

Sweat out but remember to rejuvenate too. While it is important that you workout through the summer, it is mandatory that you indulge in some self-pampering too. In that case, the coolest option is to get yourself registered to Fitpass – a service that will not let you miss you a single workout session with access to a 1000 gyms operating in Delhi-NCR, all with just one subscription. To top it all, brands like Ustraa from Happily Unmarried and Kiehl’s can offer you an array of beauty and skincare products that can give your basics a whole new face. Remember, to pull off any look you need to really look good and feel good.

March 11, 2016
Fuel your fitness regime with these power foods

You have to eat the right foods to fuel your workout. Before you get set to hit the gym, you may want to re-consider your diet. Sometimes unknowingly we eat things that instead of helping our workout go against it. The result is… well… no result, even hours after sweating it out!

Balance is the key. You can’t run on an empty stomach or even stuff yourself after your workout. A pre-workout meal or snack prepares your body for exercise, whereas a post-workout meal helps in rebooting the body’s drained muscles. Here is a list of food items that get the best out of your workout.

Pre-workout Food

1) Greek Yogurt– Greek yogurt is high on protein and is easy to digest. It is great if you’re going to follow it up with a high-intensity cardio workout.

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2) Whole grain Bread – A diet including whole grain is great for your metabolism. Pack in some healthy bread for a super-charged gym session.

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3) Oat meal– Slow-cooked oat meal is high on low-sugar carb and is perfect as a pre-workout snack.

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Post-workout food

1) Salmon- Salmon is full of heart-healthy omega-3 fats, an ideal source of protein for muscle recovery after a tiring workout.

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2) Omelet with vegetables- Breakfast for dinner? Uhh… yes! This post-workout food is perfect for those who want to keep their calorie and carb consumption low but need the protein to retain muscle.

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3) Chocolate milk- It boosts post-workout recovery and provides carbohydrate replenishment for your muscles. It is also enriched with calcium and refuels the body’s sugar level.

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July 17, 2015
First International Day of Yoga in these beautiful pictures

June 21 was declared as the International Day of Yoga by the UN General Assembly in December 2014 and the world got together to celebrate it in all its glory. How many times have we witnessed people getting together to celebrate a single spiritual practice that empowers the mental and physical being of the human body? Never before!

In 2014, during his address to the UN General Assembly, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for the world to adopt June 21 as the International Day of Yoga as a step towards encouraging holistic health and well being. Not only did the first ever International Day of Yoga observe participation from a record-breaking 84 nationalities at once, the day also broke the record for the largest ever Yoga class having 35,985 participants altogether at New Delhi’s Rajpath.

Here are some pictures of people from all over the world celebrating the first ever International Day of Yoga.

International Day of Yoga in Chandigarh, India

International Day of Yoga at Rajpath, New Delhi, India

International Day of Yoga in Kazakhstan

International Day of Yoga at Kolkata, India

International Day of Yoga in London

International Day of Yoga in Malaysia

International Day of Yoga at Times Square in New York City

International Day of Yoga at Eiffel Tower in Paris

International Day of Yoga at Eiffel Tower in Paris

International Day of Yoga in Manila, Philippines

International Day of Yoga at Seoul, South Korea

International Day of Yoga at Srinagar, India

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June 22, 2015
8 myths about running that you should know before planning your next run

If you like running and are planning to start running this summer to get into the fitness mode, we applaud you. But before you get into that routine of running every day here are a few myths about running that you must take into account.

Myth 1: You need to stretch before running

Static stretching before running does not make a lot of difference to your run. Instead it diminishes your energy levels right before the run. If you do feel comfortable with a warm up before running then you should rather go for lunges, leg shifts, leg kicks and high knees since you use your legs the most while running.

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Myth 2: You need to load up on carbs before going for a run

Carbohydrates load up your muscles with glycogen which is the energy stored from carbs. Although it’s good to be loaded with energy but the muscle tissue can only hold a certain amount of glycogen, the rest just gets stored as fat. So only eat a limited quantity of carbs before you plan your run.

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Myth 3: Running alone leads to weight loss

While running is a great way to keep fit, it does not guarantee weight loss. Running only leads to weight loss when combined with other workouts and a balanced diet. We don’t mean to discourage anyone from running but if you are putting in so much effort, be sure to keep a check on all other aspects to get the most out of it.

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Myth 4: Strength training is not important for runners

Strength training is as important for runners as it is for any other athlete. However for runners, a couple of days of strength training a week are enough. Runners need to focus on their legs and core workout for 15-30 minutes per session.

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Myth 5: Running is bad for your knees

Running is not harmful for the knees and is not a source of injuries. In fact, running makes you stronger and more durable. A study by the Stanford University found that knee osteoarthritis was neither more prevalent and nor more severe in case of both runners and non-runners.

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Myth 6: Running outside is different than running on a treadmill

Running outside may come with the natural scenery and stimulation but in terms of the technical measurements running on a treadmill with a stiff surface isn’t a lot different than running outside. Studies suggest that running on a treadmill with adequate belt speed may produce results comparable to running outdoors.

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Myth 7: Maintaining a weekly mileage is important

Running more everyday is not the smartest thing to do. Yes your body is exerting more effort on increasing your running mileage every week but it’s overall impact on your body is not very different. It is good to maintain and keep a target for a certain miles every day and week but what’s more important is to run in different patterns. Increase tempo, run uphill, downhill and keep varying the intensity of your run as much as you can. The variety makes for a greater performance and impact than running on the same pace every day.

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Myth 8: Running everyday is important

As mentioned earlier running should be complemented with other workout for better results. But if you love running, 4-5 days a week is enough for your body to take. Your body needs rest from time to time and if you run every day you bear the risk of injuring your body. So take it easy for a couple of days in the week.

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May 19, 2015
5 amazing Instagram accounts to follow for your everyday fitness inspiration

Don’t feel like working out today? Thinking about skipping the gym? Well hold on for a moment and scroll through your Instagram feed. We bring you the best, fierce and fit women who have a passion for health and fitness, for some powerhouse workout inspiration. After flipping through their pictures and videos, we assure you, hitting the gym will feel like a necessity.

1) Jen Selter

Known as ‘The Butt’ on Instragram with 6.1 million followers in her kitty, Jen Selter is an American fitness model and a fitness guru. Follow her for some serious inspiration and motivation for your workouts.

Handle: @jenselter

Followers: 6.1 million

2) Michelle Lewin

Michelle Lewin is a fitness model and a health enthusiast. She has the most enviable abs and an hourglass body anyone could kill for.

Handle: @michelle_lewin

Followers: 4.4 million

3) Kayla Itsines

Kayla Itsines is a bikini body trainer who is famous for her 12 weeks fitness programme and her abs are going to make you want to throw out all the carbs from your refrigerator and hit the gym like NOW.

Handle: @kayla_itsines

Followers: 2.7 million

4) Lyzabeth Lopez

Fitness instructor, personal trainer and holistic nutritionist, Lyzabeth Lopez is known for her booty building workout classes. Follow her to get your dose of fitness every day.

Handle: @lyzabethlopez

Followers: 1.6 million

5) Rachel Brathen

Rachel Brathen aka yoga girl is an international yoga teacher who travels around the world for yoga retreats. We love her pictures especially yoga with a view from places all over the world.

Handle: @yogagirl

Followers: 1.3 million

May 11, 2015