GETTING folksy fit!

THIS TRADITIONAL FORM OF WORKOUT TAKES INSPIRATION FROM VARIOUS CULTURAL DANCES IN INDIA

AARTI PANDEY

Folk Fitness is an Indian fitness regime comprising of the ‘Mind, body and soul’ bringing together Indian folk music, folk dance and fitness — all on one platform. A Make in India concept, folk fitness takes inspiration from 122 registered folk dances, celebrating the diverse Indian culture and tradition. It is a cardiovascular, fullbody strength, endurance and agility exercise programme ending with meditation, and is suitable for all age groups. Folk fitness enables a faster fat burn, weight loss, increased flexibility and mental strength. Driven by passion for dance, it is an apt alternative to any conventional workout. Holistic fitness of the body, mind and soul, it aims at celebrating the zest of traditional India. — The writer is the co-founder of a fitness studio.