Yasmin Karachiwala is a name that is synonymous with fitness and wellness in the Indian film industry. She has been training some of the most popular and glamorous stars for over two decades, helping them achieve their fitness goals and sculpt their bodies to perfection. Some of her celebrity clients include Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kriti Sanon, and Karan Johar.
Yasmin is not only a fitness trainer, but also an author, a pilates instructor, and a wellness coach. She is the founder of Body Image, a fitness studio that offers various services such as gym group classes, teacher training, and online sessions. She is also the first BASI certified pilates instructor in India and has been revolutionizing pilates in the country since 2006.
In an exclusive interview with Filmfare, Yasmin Karachiwala opened up about her journey as a fitness trainer, her tips for achieving toned abs like Bollywood divas, her latest book on 10-minute workouts, and more.
Yasmin Karachiwala shares her fitness mantra and how she motivates her clients
Yasmin Karachiwala believes that fitness is not just about physical appearance, but also about mental and emotional well-being. She says that her fitness mantra is to “be fit because you deserve it”. She adds that fitness is a lifestyle choice that requires consistency, dedication, and discipline.
She also reveals how she motivates her clients to stick to their fitness routines and achieve their desired results. She says that she tries to make the workouts fun and challenging for them, and also adapts them according to their mood and energy levels. She says that she often trains with them as well, as it helps them feel more comfortable and confident. She also keeps track of their progress and gives them feedback and encouragement along the way.
Yasmin Karachiwala reveals the secrets behind Bollywood divas’ toned abs
One of the most common fitness goals that many people have is to get toned abs like their favourite Bollywood stars. Yasmin Karachiwala says that there is no shortcut or magic formula to get such abs, but rather it takes a lot of hard work and patience. She says that one has to follow a balanced diet, do regular cardio exercises, and incorporate core strengthening exercises such as pilates, planks, crunches, and leg raises.
She also shares some of the specific exercises that she makes her celebrity clients do to get those enviable abs. She says that Katrina Kaif loves doing hanging leg raises, which work on the lower abs and obliques. She says that Deepika Padukone likes doing roll-ups, which target the upper abs and spine. She says that Alia Bhatt enjoys doing side planks with hip dips, which tone the side abs and waistline. She says that Kareena Kapoor Khan prefers doing bicycle crunches, which work on the entire abdominal region.
Yasmin Karachiwala talks about her latest book on 10-minute workouts
Yasmin Karachiwala has recently launched her second book titled ‘10-Minute Workouts: The Ultimate Guide To Working Out On A Time Crunch’. The book features 25 different workouts that can be done in just 10 minutes each, at any time of the day and anywhere. The book aims to help busy people who find it hard to squeeze in time for exercise in their hectic schedules.
Yasmin Karachiwala says that the book is based on her own experience of being a working mother who has to juggle multiple roles and responsibilities. She says that she understands the challenges that people face when it comes to finding time for fitness, and hence she came up with this idea of 10-minute workouts that are effective and efficient. She says that the book has workouts for different body parts such as upper body, lower body, abs, cardio, and full body. She also says that the book has tips on nutrition, hydration, sleep, stress management, and goal setting.
She says that the book is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels, as it has modifications and variations for each exercise. She also says that the book is user-friendly and interactive, as it has QR codes that link to videos of her demonstrating each workout. She says that she hopes that the book will inspire people to make fitness a part of their daily routine and enjoy its benefits.
