Hardik Pandya India are basking in the glory of having won the T20 World Cup. Pandya’s decisive over in the final sealed India’s victory and put an end to the hostility they faced from a section of cricket fans in the country. Behind the glory is an untold story of hard work, dedication and determination, born out of sheer mentality and a desire to be the best. Virat Kohli’s fitness journeyHere is a page from the fitness diary of all-rounder cricketer Hardik Pandya.
Pandya’s typical off-field routine includes a mix of yoga and strength training. “I wake up between 7-8 am, play Hanuman Chalisa seven times, take a cold shower to freshen up and wake up, do yoga for 55 minutes to an hour, then meditate for 30 minutes. My gym session runs from 11.30 am to 1 pm,” he told ESPN.
The right-arm fast bowler Pandya said his lunch break is also the only time he watches TV. “I take a 15-minute break (after a training session) and then have lunch while watching TV. It’s a 45-minute break. After that, I have a one-hour nap, and then I stretch and have my second session in the gym from 4 pm to around 6.30 pm. I reach home by 7 pm, read or write in my diary and go to bed by 9.30 pm.”
Taking inspiration from him, Fitness Routine I can help you.
Saurabh Bothra, certified yoga trainer and CEO of Habuild, suggests that certain habits can significantly boost your personal and professional growth. “Cortisol, the stress hormone, is highest in the morning to help you wake up. To stop it from affecting your day, the best way to balance it out is with exercise. Running, Yoga practiceor exercise, will help you start your day off calmer,” says Bothra.
According to Bosla, reflecting on your thoughts and actions can help you start your day with purpose. Pranayama Practice“Focusing on your breathing can help reduce cortisol and clear your mind, while keeping a journal or making a to-do list can also help guide your day,” explains Bothra.
Reading a book or listening to a podcast can help with self-improvement. “These habits can shape the next 12 to 15 hours of your day,” Bosla said, emphasizing the importance of blocking out quiet time for yourself.
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First uploaded: 07 Jun 2024 12:27 IST
