Fitness & Nutrition News

New Delhi, May 16: The growing obsession with muscular physiques and rapid body transformations among the urban youth in India is fuelling dangerous misuse of steroids, stimulant-heavy pre-workout powders and unregulated gym supplements, with cardiologists warning of rising risks of arrhythmias, heart failure and sudden cardiac events in seemingly healthy young men. The trend, amplified by social media fitness culture and online supplement marketing, is pushing many gym-goers towards products and exercise regimens that may severely strain the heart, said […]

People with asthma do not necessarily need to avoid exercise, as proper asthma management and the right workout choices can improve lung function and stamina

For many people, hearing the word “gym” immediately brings thoughts of toned bodies, muscle pain after intense workouts, and long hours of exercise to

It’s been decades since FRIENDS, but Jennifer Aniston really hasn’t left the spotlight in almost thirty years. The generation might have changed, and Aniston has moved forward with projects like ‘The Morning Show’, ‘Just Go with It’, and ‘We’re the Millers’. And even in her fifties, Jen continues to steal the limelight — one would argue, even more than what she did in her twenties. One of the big reasons behind that popularity? It’s her consistency, in her performance as well as in fitness.Jen always looks fit, happy, and just… well, healthy. Even now, in her fifties, she’s still inspiring people who watched her in Friends and people discovering her now. What’s interesting is, she’s not about punishing herself in the gym anymore. She’s talked a bunch about ditching the exhausting routines and extreme diets. These days, she’s into movement she can keep up with as she gets older: focusing on strength, flexibility, feeling good, and not burning out.And in recent years, Aniston has found something that works: Pvolve. It’s a type of workout that blends resistance training, mobility, and controlled moves, all designed to build strength without wrecking your joints. She credits Pvolve for changing her body and her attitude toward exercise.This new routine lines up with a bigger shift in wellness, where it’s not just about being as thin as possible or squeezing out every bead of sweat in an hour. Instead, it’s about longevity and feeling good in your body, no matter your age.Let’s unpack Jen’s fitness journey and evolution over the years.

Why spend time in the gym when your local park has the equipment you need? This is the exercise routine a top fitness instructor recommends

Actor Vicky Kaushal’s father, action director Sham Kaushal (70), recently shared a video of himself doing strength training like suspension exercises and bench press, emphasizing “small efforts to continue” and inspiring discussions on fitness in old age. Experts, including dietitian Garima Goyal, highlighted that his routine reflects the importance of active ageing, where regular strength training helps counter muscle loss (sarcopenia), improves bone density, and supports metabolic health, including better insulin sensitivity and reduced risk of age-related diseases like type 2 diabetes. She also stressed that maintaining muscle at this age depends not just on exercise but also proper nutrition—adequate protein, vitamin D, calcium, B12, hydration, and recovery. The key message is that fitness is not about intensity or age but consistency, and strength training in later years is both safe (when done correctly) and essential for maintaining independence, mobility, and overall quality of life.

Actor Vicky Kaushal’s father, action director Sham Kaushal (70), recently shared a video of himself doing strength training like suspension exercises and bench press, emphasizing “small efforts to continue” and inspiring discussions on fitness in old age. Experts, including dietitian Garima Goyal, highlighted that his routine reflects the importance of active ageing, where regular strength training helps counter muscle loss (sarcopenia), improves bone density, and supports metabolic health, including better insulin sensitivity and reduced risk of age-related diseases like type 2 diabetes. She also stressed that maintaining muscle at this age depends not just on exercise but also proper nutrition—adequate protein, vitamin D, calcium, B12, hydration, and recovery. The key message is that fitness is not about intensity or age but consistency, and strength training in later years is both safe (when done correctly) and essential for maintaining independence, mobility, and overall quality of life.