Everyone needs to be active. That’s pretty much the crux of a healthy life. Whether you play a sport, go to the gym, clean the house every day, or take your dog for a run, you need some form of regular physical activity. In the current scenario of the quintessential urban lifestyle, it can be difficult to make this happen and much, much easier to ignore our bodies. We’ll look for diet plans for weight loss and workouts for beginners, but we don’t make fitness a lifestyle. We’ll get in a home workout now and then, when there’s nothing else to do. Or when we spot Katrina Kaif’s flawless abs on TV. Speaking of those abs, do you know who’s responsible for them? Katrina Kaif works out regularly with renowned fitness trainer, Yasmin Karachiwala, a woman who loves her pilates and takes fitness very seriously.

The 49-year-old fitness entrepreneur also trains Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Malaika Arora and other Bollywood celebrities. Known as the pioneer of Pilates in India, Yasmin Karachiwala emphasises on strength, body movements and overall fitness. Here are some of her workouts which you can at home, in a hotel or in the gym. All you need is motivation. And Yasmin Karachiwala’s valuable tips.

1. Start with this effective warm up

You should never skip your warm-up since these movements loosen up your muscles and prepare your body for intense exercise. These are also great as daily stretches to soothe soreness.

 

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2. Intense cardio session at home or in the gym

If you want to lose weight, it’s very important for you to do cardio sessions. Whether it’s at home or in the gym, you should try these exercises to burn excess fat.

 

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3. A quick workout for busy days

It’s not always easy to get a full body workout every day. On days when you’re really busy, try this quick and easy home workout to keep your body active.

 

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4. Work out with a partner

Can’t find the motivation to work out? Find a partner. Yasmin Karachiwala’s Double Trouble workouts can help you and your partner get fit together. And they look like a lot of fun.

 

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5. Full body workout for beginners

If you’ve never worked out before, this full body workout suited for beginners is ideal for you. Try your hand at these workouts and feel the burn.

 

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Click here to know what you should do when you start working out for the first time.

6. Full body workout with light weights

As you work out regularly and your body becomes nimble, try adding weights to your workout. If you don’t have dumbbells, try these workouts with two big bottles of water.

 

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7. Cool down

Just as a warm up is more important for your muscles to prepare, an effective cool down routine is essential for your muscles to repair themselves. Follow Yasmin Karachiwala’s quick and easy cool down to help your body recover after an intense workout.

 

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