After Virat Kohli nominated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the #FitnessChallenge, the PM posted a 1.49-minute video of his morning exercise routine. In the video, PM Modi can be seen performing several yoga asannas and breathing exercises. He also walked on a track inspired by the five elements of nature and did some stretching exercises.
Dressed in a black jogging outfit, the 67-year-old sat on a rock for meditation after doing stretching exercises. “Here are moments from my morning exercises. Apart from Yoga, I walk on a track inspired by the Panchtatvas or 5 elements of nature – Prithvi, Jal, Agni, Vayu, Aakash. This is extremely refreshing and rejuvenating. I also practice breathing exercises,” he tweeted.
Let’s take a look at what exercises he performed and what are their advantages.
Walking barefoot on the grass
The video starts by showing PM Modi walking on grass. Now, this exercise has numerous advantages. Apart from keeping our feet healthy, walking barefoot on grass improves eyesight and relieves stress. It helps to rejuvenate the senses and calms the mind. It further strengthens the muscles in your feet and ankles.
Meditation
PM Modi is seen sitting on a rock with one of legs half-crossed and meditating. From reducing stress to increasing concentration level, meditation has amazing benefits. It is a great source of energy and increases self-awareness as well. Furthermore, it helps in improving cardiovascular health and slows down ageing.