A yoga enthusiast diagnosed with ovarian cancer has told of her horror after mistakenly believing her agonising back pain was caused by tight hips. Alex Macgillivray, from Wrexham in Wales, took up the flexible hobby in January in a bid to relieve the pressure on her back. But by June it had intensified and she
The sweet, small, beautiful god with the head of an elephant will arrive in many homes today. Ganesh Chaturthi is the start of the 10-day festival of Lord Ganesha, one of the most loved and widely worshipped Gods. He is the ‘Sukha-karta’ whose blessings bring in happiness and remove obstacles in new ventures. As a
Published By: Snigdha Oreya Last Updated: September 06, 2024, 10:18 IST Yoga can help in weight loss. Cardio workouts, including running, cycling, swimming, and brisk walking, are vital for burning calories and enhancing cardiovascular health. In the pursuit of weight loss, exercise remains a pivotal component and it can give quick results when combined with
It is important to incorporate exercises that target the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves and glutes into your workout routine for stronger legs. (Getty Images) Whether you are an athlete or simply a corporate employee, strong legs are essential for optimal performance. In today’s fast-paced world, where physical activity often gets neglected, it is extremely important to
Colin Farrell showcased his muscular form by going shirtless after enjoying a yoga class in Los Angeles on Tuesday. The Batman star, 48 – who recently opened up about his son James’ Angelman Syndrome diagnosis – could be seen holding a lighthearted conversation with a pal shortly after the session came to an end. The Irish-born actor
Known for her unfiltered honesty and graceful approach to life, Neena Gupta has cultivated a dedicated fan base that admires her for more than just her acting skills. One of the secrets behind Neena Gupta’s radiant appearance is her dedication to fitness, particularly yoga. If there’s one ageless beauty in Bollywood who continues to inspire
Yoga and dance share a profound connection—both uniting the body, mind, and spirit. Yoga is an old Indian discipline that helps dancers all around the world by improving their flexibility, strength, and focus. We Indians are bestowed with many traditional art forms and studies. Yoga is one of them, which is benefiting not only Indians
Neena Gupta’s dedication to yoga and wellbeing never ceases to inspire us all. (Images: Instagram) Neena Gupta just posted a video of herself doing Ardha Matsyendrasana, stressing the physical and mental advantages of this pose. If there’s one ageless beauty in Bollywood who continues to inspire us, it’s Neena Gupta. Known for her unfiltered honesty and graceful
Mother Sita Devi Yogendra, while heading a separate women’s section at The Yoga Institute when Yoga was still predominantly a man’s privilege, was able to recognise that physiological and psychological differences between man and woman made women’s health needs different. Last week, we wrote about Sita Devi’s work, how clinical and laboratory experience at the
Around the time that revolutionaries Sukhdev, Rajguru and Bhagat Singh were active in pre-independent India, a quiet revolution was taking place in a parallel world. Sita Devi was the wife of Shri Yogendra, founder of The Yoga Institute, Mumbai. Married at the age of 18 years in 1927 — and despite all modern amenities within