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Get to know... Karishma Tanna

Actor Karishma Tanna is enjoying the success of Scoop and winning Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi in 2020

Advice Karishma Tanna would give her 18-year-old self? “Be diplomatic”.
Updated on Aug 10, 2023 08:34 PM IST

Get to know... Shriya Pilgaonkar

The actor and filmmaker talks about the superpowers she wishes she had, living a healthy life and doing what she loves

Advice Shriya Pilgaonkar would give her 18-year-old self? “Trust your instincts. Also, do not thread your eyebrows too much. They will not grow back”. (Shivam Gupta)
Updated on Jul 19, 2023 07:26 PM IST

Why putting on some music helps you de-stress

When a song you like comes on, it sparks the brain’s reward centre by triggering the release of the hormone, dopamine. Research also suggests rhythm and melody may also help enhance memory.

Published on Mar 14, 2020 06:19 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

Mountains always rejuvenate me: Divya Khosla Kumar

The actor-director believes in the power of positive attitude and thinks that harmony between one’s inner and outer self is true fitness

“I mix it up to keep exercising interesting — yoga, kickboxing, freehand exercises, weight--training, a gym routine and even dance ,” says Divya Khosla Kumar.
Published on Mar 14, 2020 06:15 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

I love memorising shayaris and narrating them: Shikhar Dhawan

Besides cricket, Dhawan plays table-tennis, squash, football and likes to go horse-riding to stay fit

“I have recently turned vegetarian and I avoid sugar, processed foods and fried foods,” says cricketer Shikhar Dhawan.(HT FILE PHOTO)
Published on Feb 22, 2020 05:11 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

I like to retreat to the mountains by myself, says Jubin Nautiyal

The singer-composer talks fitness, happiness, and how meditation makes him more creative.

Published on Feb 15, 2020 03:33 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

‘My wellness mantra is to look on the bright side,’ says Shaan

The singer talks about dealing with stress, keeping fit and how he likes to unwind

“I relax by spending time with my wife and two boys; family time is the best,” says Shaan
Updated on Feb 08, 2020 07:50 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

“I don’t eat anything that doesn’t feel right,” says Amaan Ali Bangash

The sarod player says that pizza, pasta and fried foods are a big no-no for him

Amaan Ali Bangash relaxes by spending time with his nephews. He also believes that short bursts of stress can help one accomplish a goal.
Published on Jan 25, 2020 05:12 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

Dancing in a group is a fun way to stay fit, says actor Divya Dutta

The National Award winner says she keeps her diet simple, fresh and wholesome, and de-stresses by spending time with her nephew and niece.

(HT Photo)
Published on Jan 18, 2020 06:48 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

Wildlife photography is my stressbuster: Gagan Narang

The sharpshooter says that along with regular exercise, he has started having one meal a day to keep fit and rajma-chawal is his comfort meal at any time of day

To keep fit, Gagan Narang spends a few hours, five days a week, exercising at a gym. As a shooter, a lot of work goes into specific areas like the shoulders, back and legs, the core and the mind.(HT FILE PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 10, 2020 08:20 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

Fitness takes determination and hardwork, says wrestler Babita Phogat

One of India’s most decorated wrestlers talks about her workout routine, diet and what she does to unwind

Babital Phogat training in Balali village, Haryana(Pradeep Gaur/Mint)
Published on Jan 04, 2020 06:31 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

I don’t aim to be number one; just want to do my best, says actor Hrithik Roshan

The key to fitness is knowing when to stop and how much is enough, says the star.

(HT Photo)
Updated on Dec 28, 2019 06:16 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

Travel enriches a person, says Tannishtha Chatterjee

The actor-director-singer also says music and spending time with her daughter instantly de-stress her

“I believe in a combination of balanced diet and regular exercise. Physical activity just enhances well-being,” says Tannishtha Chatterjee.(Aalok Soni/HT PHOTO)
Published on Dec 14, 2019 08:08 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

From fitness comes confidence, and wins, says sports prodigy Pankaj Advani

Billiards world champion says he loves to go on long walks, can’t sit still for long.

(Getty Images)
Published on Dec 07, 2019 07:21 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

With food, listen to your body not your mind, says Kirti Kulhari

Exercise regularly and eat everything in moderation, says the actress. ‘I I love food and try not to deprive myself of that pleasure.’

Published on Nov 30, 2019 06:58 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

My fitness motto is 10k steps a day, no matter what, says actor Dia Mirza

I love to swim, play basketball and generally keep active, she adds.

Published on Nov 23, 2019 06:47 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

Time with my dog is the best stress-buster, says actor Shriya Pilgaonkar

Trying to keep fit? Don’t overthink it; switch up your workout every three months; find ways to tackle stress, says the actor.

Published on Oct 18, 2019 08:29 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

Equipment won’t help if you lack motivation, says actor Ranvir Shorey

The important thing is to find motivation, and learn to cook, he adds.

(Getty Images)
Published on Sep 21, 2019 10:32 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

Mental fitness as important as physical, says Salim Merchant

The singer and music composer says he believes in moderation, and dieting has no room in his life.

(Gokul VS / HT)
Published on Aug 31, 2019 05:04 PM IST
Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma
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