Strength training, balanced diet: Here’s how to stay fit during Navratri

Navratri is here and after two years, garba enthusiasts can gear up to swirl and twirl for vibrant celebrations! While we do love to gorge on scrumptious food during the festive days, after the modak-binge, it might just be the time to get the ball rolling on the fitness plans to not miss out on the energy-filled evenings.

- Masumi SHah

After all, who doesn’t want to stay on the dance floor with fellow enthusiasts for as long as possible? We asked experts to share useful tips to get fit and fab for the festivities.

CARDIO EXERCISES CAN BE YOUR QUICK FIX

If you're not a fitness enthusiast and tend not to exercise frequently, this might be the right time to incorporate movement into your day. Fitness trainer Vandit Jain says, "Garba is all about endurance and joint strength. For regular exercisers, high-intensity training works. But for beginners, it is advisable to start with cardio or circuit training. It builds your muscular strength." Leg training is also a good option. "Don't skip that leg day. It will help you ease your way through the fast garba moves. Do squats, lunges or some cycling for lower body strength," Vandit adds. If your muscles feel sore after the first day on the ground, light stretches for 20-30 minutes will help.