Alia Bhatt Nails Aerial Pilates; Know The Benefits Of This Exercise

Alia Bhatt is an avid Pilates lover and is often seen sweating it out at the gym. While Alia is mostly occupied with movies, promotions, and shoots, the actress still never misses out her gym. Recently, a video of Alia practicing the aerial pilates with her trainer has surfaced on the internet. 

 

 

 

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In the video, Alia Bhatt can be seen entangling herself in the cloth suspened from the rooftop. A few minutes later, she turned upside down and held her position. Though the Raazi actress was swinging, she did her leg raises and stretches whilst hanging upside down. 

What Is Aerial Pilates?

If you are wondering what is this fitness fad all about, allow me to shed some light on it. Aerial Pilates is an exercise which is performed using aerial silk or hammock, suspended from the ceiling. It can be performed in various poses such as sitting, standing straight or hanging upside down and have various mind and body health benefits. 

Benefits Of Aerial Pilates

Weight Loss

Want to shed those unwanted kilos?  Well, aerial pilates can help you out. According to a study by the National Institute of Health, USA, an average aerial pilates session burns around 1000 calories, whereas, regular pilates burn only 500 calories. 

Improves Flexibility

When you are suspended in the air, it releases tension from your muscles and bones and improves flexibility. It also strengthens core muscles and increases spinal and shoulder flexibility.

Improves Body Posture

Doing aerial pilates on a regular basis increases your flexibility and improves your body posture.

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Puts You In A Great Mood

Apart from shedding those unwanted kilos and improving your posture, this exercise is also known for enhancing mood. Aerial pilates releases endorphins in the body, which in turn, relieve stress and boosts mood.

Aids Digestion

If nothing else convinced you to perform this exercise, know that your bowels will eternally be thankful to them. Why? Because the stretches and movements that are part of the workout will boost the digestive system and help prevent constipation.

So, when are you going to start doing this exercise? Do tell us in the comments and stay tuned to HerZindagi for more such articles.