Apart from his acting and incredible moves on the dance floor, the Greek god of Bollywood, Hrithik Roshan, is also known for leading a fit and healthy lifestyle. And it seems the love of fitness extends to his family, too. On June 22, the actor’s mother, Pinkie Roshan, shared a bunch of videos on Instagram showcasing how she works out at the gym.
“My feel-best part of a day…Connect the three HHH: head, heart, and hand, and you will be balanced. Keep the HHH practice. Just trust me and trust yourself,” Pinkie Roshan wrote, posting the video online. Here’s a breakdown of all the exercises she did.
Inside Pinkie Roshan’s workout routine
The first exercise Hrithik’s mother, who is in her early 70s, did in the clip is called the dumbbell front squat. For this exercise, she placed the dumbbells on her shoulders and did squats. To make the exercise more age-friendly and reduce pressure on her joints, Pinkie kept a bench for her to sit on when she lowered her body.
She did courtesy lunges for the second exercise. To do this workout, standing shoulder-width apart, she took a step backwards and placed her left foot behind and to the outside of the right leg, both knees bent at 90 degrees. This exercise helps build power and strength in the quads, glutes, and hips.
The third exercise she did is called the dumbbell shoulder press, a staple move for building powerful, well-rounded delts and shoulders that look and feel strong. For the workout, she placed the dumbbell on her shoulders and, in alternating movements, raised it over her head.
For the fourth routine, Pinkie Roshan practised bent-over kettlebell rows, in which one pulls the kettlebell up to the side of the torso, keeping the elbows close to the body, with bent knees and a straight back. However, to make the workout age-appropriate, she placed the dumbbells on the floor, with one foot at the back for support. Lastly, she also did an elbow plank during the routine.
Why is it important to exercise, lift weights in old age?
According to the NHS, older adults should engage in some form of physical activity every day. It can help to improve their health and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Moreover, lifting weights can help maintain quality of life, improve sleep quality and mental health, enhance physical function, and reduce falls.
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