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Updated: July 06, 2025 00:10
THE FITNESS FIX
Bollywood actress and wellness guru Bhagyashree has come back with a fresh dose of in-the-real-world fitness tips—this time, targeting the notoriously recalcitrant belly fat. In a recent Instagram reel, she revealed three simple but powerful core-strengthening exercises that can be performed anywhere by anybody without injuring themselves. Her little-known secret? Keep the back on the ground in order to engage the core.
WELLNESS TAKEAWAYS
Bhagyashree believes that losing belly fat is more about well-planned nutrition rather than endless crunches
All the exercises are performed to firm the core without stressing the spine or neck
Can be performed by everyone, especially the elderly, since they are low-impact.
One single most crucial rule: get your entire back laid flat on the floor to activate core muscles with every rep
THE 3-STEPS CORE ROUTINE
Leg Raise with Toe Movement
Lie down, lift up both legs to 90 degrees
Alternate toe lifts, alternating lifting and lowering toes for lower abs and better circulation
Alternating Leg Lifts
Lift one leg with the other kept on the ground
10 repetitions on both legs in 3 sets to create balance and core control
Deadbug Toe Taps
Lie on back, raise arms and legs
Drop opposite arm and leg together, and switch
Enables coordination and deep core activation
EXPERT INSIGHTS
Personal fitness instructor Pawan Behal identifies these movements to reduce spinal tension and improve posture
Personal trainer Anamika Lalwani calls the core the body's "powerhouse," the source of daily movement and injury prevention
These exercises also increase flexibility and hip mobility, and are best for beginners and old people as well
GROUND RULE REMINDER
Avoid crunches if you’re prone to back or cervical issues
Always maintain your back strongly anchored so that you don't get strained and get maximum muscle activation
Hold each position 30–45 seconds, although it is not possible to maintain a complete 90-degree position
SOURCE Indian Express, India Today, Times Now, Times of India, Navbharat Times