The minister clarified the government's position on Zumba dance, a high-energy fitness programme introduced in schools in Kerala by the General Education Department as part of its anti-drug campaign, facing opposition from certain Muslim groups who argue that it went against moral values.
As someone who could not predict a single beat in advance, who was exhilarated by its audacity to throw random elements together and take chances all over the place, Sreehari Nair thinks Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira is one of the best films of the year.
She shares the milestones, routines and insights that defined her fitness journey and the lessons she learnt along the way.
Rediff reader Hiral Harekar tells us how she stays fit in the lockdown.
According to Kota police and district administration records, at least 14 students studying in coaching centres in the city committed suicide this year.
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Despite director Homi Adajania's ease around quirky ensembles and macabre touches, Murder Mubarak fails to draw the viewer into its shallow world of the vain and wealthy, feels Sukanya Verma.
'When she is on screen, you can't take your eyes off her.'
Until last week, MC Stan was hellbent on leaving Bigg Boss.
All you need is 150 minutes in a week to workout so you can remain healthy and fit, suggests celebrity nutritionist and wellness expert Neha Sahaya.
With the right amount of drama and comedy, the Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui trailer is indeed entertaining.
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Since you can't step out, virtual sessions held by fitness experts have come to the rescue.
You don't need a gym or heavy equipment to train your body to lose fat.
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Walk down the pathway of improved habits like regular exercising, a balanced diet and sufficient sleep with your partner.
The actor has rarely let the lack of space come in the way of fitness.
Where Ayushmann Khurrana gets the tone and texture of his hypermasculine chump in skinny gym shorts down pat, Vaani Kapoor is a picture of backbone and restraint in a role that could not have been easy, observes Sukanya Verma.
Mahesh Shirodkar shares his weightloss journey.
There was a surge in the demand for virtual classes for yoga (87%) and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) cardio workouts such as Zumba (72%), aerobics (67%), and pilates (22%).
Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.
10 good ideas to make this February 14 a memorable one.
Dr Ashish Sarangi, 32 from Texas, USA offers some helpful tips to stay mentally fit during the lockdown.
'You are what you are and you have to live life embracing all of you.'
You're a captive audience to friends who want you to share the agony of their aches and pains, their spouse's experiments in the kitchen gone wrong, or partners' peccadillos, sighs Kishore Singh.
15 photographs that prove we live in an odd, odd world!
Always warm up before and allow your body to cool down, after exercising, says Zumba instructor and ambassador Sucheta Pal.
Prachi Tehlan who gained weight for the film Mamangam tells us how she got back in shape.
Avoid oily foods, processed foods and artificial sugars, suggests nutritionist Anju Katara.
Ready to workout at home? These exercises are meant for you.
Rediff reader Shikha signed up for yoga two years ago and has since never looked back.
They have everything they wanted as a teenager - only they seem to have got it all 50 years later, says ad guru Sandeep Goyal.
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'Excess calories at dinner will get converted to fat and will result in weight gain,' warns Komal Jethmalani.
An undergarment with the right size and fit makes you feel comfortable and confident.
Nishriin Parikh, a 51-year-old fitness enthusiast, wants to inspire youngsters into taking their health and fitness seriously.
Veenu Sandhu visits the new Adidas office in Gurugram, which is cultivating a refreshing new sports culture among its employees.
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