From surya namaskar to dand baithak: Baba Ramdev’s 5-move fitness plan for Gen Z

Baba Ramdev, the renowned yoga guru, has introduced a 5-move fitness plan tailored for the youth and Gen Z. In an Instagram video, Ramdev urged the youth to become more active and suggested various exercises, including cycling, running, surya namaskar, dand baithak, swimming, and outdoor games like badminton. He demonstrated the five high-intensity exercises, which are believed to improve energy, posture, and cardiovascular fitness.

Professional athlete Ambaji Bodekar endorsed Ramdev's workout routine, noting its benefits for stress management, maintaining a healthy weight, and targeting primary muscle groups. Bodekar emphasized the importance of maintaining proper form during exercises rather than focusing solely on repetitions. He suggested starting at a manageable intensity and gradually increasing it as one's fitness improves.

Bodekar also stressed the significance of warming up before workouts, cooling down afterward, staying hydrated, and getting adequate rest. He advised listening to one's body and avoiding exercising through intense or unexpected pain. Post-workout, gentle poses like butterfly and breathing techniques like bhastrika, kapal bhati, and anulom vilom pranayam are recommended for muscle recovery.