Bhagyashree gives fitness lessons on Instagram- watch her demonstrate a technique to maintain range of motion

New Delhi: From Maine Pyar Kiya in 1989 till date, actress Bhagyashree continues to hold a special place in the hearts of her fans not just for being a sweetheart of Bollywood but also for being and fitness icon at 53. On her official Instagram profile, fans see the actress exercising her heart out trying various formats – from doing household chores to lifting weights, doing yoga, or doing cardio workouts. But at a time when many are still working from home and following a sedentary lifestyle which not only took a toll on the waistline but also the range of motion.

In a recent Instagram Reel video, Bhagyashree turns into a fitness expert for her fans talking about the effect of long hours of sitting on hip mobility and range of motion.

“Long hours of sitting can often impair your hip mobility. So here is an exercise that can help to maintain that ROM(range of motion). Make sure that you hold the bar straight 90°angle to the floor, spine erect and no other body part should move during the exercise. Concentrate only on the hip joint as you move your leg up and then to the side and back,” she wrote in the caption.

How to maintain range of motion?

Bhagyashree demonstrated a simple exercise to improve their range of motion – she is seen holding a bar with her left hand while kneeling on her left knee. The actress kept her torso upright and stretched her right hand sideways and moved her right leg to either side of the weights kept ahead. The isometric exercise might appear like a regular practice but is an efficient way to improve range of motion and build strength.

While performing these exercises, some simple things need to be kept in mind:

1. Hold the bar at a 90-degree angle to the floor with the spine erect
2. Do not move any other body part during the exercise
3. Focus only on the hip joint while moving the leg up and to the back and sides.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.