Showing posts with label exercise. Show all posts
Showing posts with label exercise. Show all posts

Thursday, October 17, 2024

Exercise and fitness

Here’s a general exercise routine that covers strength, cardio, and flexibility. It can be done in 30–45 minutes and is suitable for most fitness levels:

1. Warm-Up (5–10 minutes)

Jogging in place or brisk walking

Arm circles

Leg swings (front to back, side to side)

Dynamic stretches (lunges with a twist)


2. Cardio (10–15 minutes)

Jumping jacks – 1 minute

High knees – 1 minute

Burpees – 10-15 repetitions

Mountain climbers – 30 seconds

Rest 30 seconds and repeat this set 2-3 times.


3. Strength Training (15–20 minutes)

Bodyweight squats – 3 sets of 12-15 reps

Push-ups – 3 sets of 10-15 reps (modify as needed)

Lunges – 3 sets of 12 reps per leg

Plank – hold for 30-60 seconds, repeat 2-3 times

Glute bridges – 3 sets of 15 reps


4. Core Workout (5 minutes)

Bicycle crunches – 3 sets of 20 reps

Russian twists – 3 sets of 20 reps

Leg raises – 3 sets of 12 reps


5. Cool-Down and Stretch (5 minutes)

Hamstring stretch

Quad stretch

Shoulder stretch

Child's pose

Deep breathing exercises


This workout will improve your overall fitness, combining cardiovascular endurance, strength, and flexibility. You can adjust intensity based on your fitness level.

Thursday, June 11, 2015

Yoga Day Drill totalling 35 minutes!

The world is observing June 21 as International Yoga Day.At least 177 countries will participate in a 35 minute programme that has been devised for the purpose.
35 minute Yoga Day event is as follows:


Vedic Prayer    2 minutes

Loosening exercises    5 minutes

Simple Asanas    15 minutes

Closing prayer    2 minutes

Meditation     5 minutes

Sankalp/pledge    1 minute

Pranayam    5 minutes