Pilates is often misunderstood as a workout only for women, but Namrata Purohit dispels this myth with some key tips for men. “Pilates helps build lean body mass, shaping a physique like that of a dancer or swimmer, but with the strength of a warrior,” she explains. Men can benefit greatly from Pilates by increasing flexibility, enhancing core strength, and improving posture. Namrata emphasizes the importance of quality over quantity, noting that focusing on controlled movements is essential for maximum results.
Celebrities across industries have embraced Pilates to enhance their fitness routines. Arjun Kapoor, for instance, has a Pilates reformer table at home, making it an essential part of his workout. Varun Dhawan also incorporated Pilates while training for his lean physique in ABCD 2. “Pilates will give you lean body mass, which makes the body look like that of a dancer or swimmer, but with the strength of a warrior,” Namrata shares. Actor Ishaan Khatter is another advocate, with Namrata highlighting his commitment to quality in his Pilates practice. She shared a video on Instagram, praising Ishaan for understanding the importance of controlled, intentional movements. Cricketers like Shreyas Iyer are also discovering Pilates’ benefits for strength and flexibility, making it a go-to fitness method for enhancing performance both on and off the field.
About Namrata Purohit: Having started her career at the age of 16, Namrata Purohit went on to claim the title of the ‘Youngest Trained Stott Pilates Instructor’ in the world and has collaborated with noteworthy brands across fitness, lifestyle, and wellness spaces like Addidas, Reebok, Nike, GoPro, Superdry, Forrest Essentials and Clinique to name a few. Being a travel enthusiast she has also been associated with luxurious properties like Atlantis The Palm, Hilton Shillim, Marriot, Maldives, etc. Having trained celeb favorites like Sara Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Malaika Arora among others, Namrata has now ventured into the world of sustainability with The Earth Circle which is an avenue for all things sustainable, she has curated a website consisting of recommendations of like-minded brands to empower you towards bettering the environment, one step at a time.