MAKHANA
Makhana, or fox nuts or lotus seed are all set to become the next rage. These nuts deserve that stature since long. Makhana, or fox nuts or lotus seed that is well-known for their nutritional value are truly symbolic of the notion that "FOOD IS MEDICINE". Makhana is from the Euryale Ferox plant which is commonly known as prickly waterlily or Gorgon plant. This is a species of waterlily found in Southern and Eastern Asia. The edible seeds, called fox nuts or makhanas when dried are consumed in many Asian countries. Makhanas are used in traditional forms of medicines to treat various conditions. I will enlist the various benefits of this superfood. There is one thing I specifically wish to focus upon. Our traditional foods are delicious, nutritious, healing and…
The Various Divisions of the IFBB
Ever wondered why fitness and figure athletes refer what are the parameters for being best in each category? A renowned name in fitness, Ms. Rita gives us a very detailed insight into the various divisions of IFBB. Bodybuilding is a beautiful amalgamation that encompasses various fields. It is an art as well as a science and requires a person to be evolved, disciplined and focussed. It is a privilege that the IFBB shows are now being held in our country. This has put India on the world bodybuilding map, and we look forward to our glorious and hardworking athletes to rise and shine. I have myself had a long beautiful journey with the IFBB; I would like to throw some light on the various divisions in IFBB. I hope it…
THE BIKINI DIVISION: PRESENTATION AND POSING
It has been a while now since the various divisions in women's bodybuilding have got established in India. As I have always insisted, bodybuilding, in its purest sense, implies building our body. By building, I mean making it stronger, more powerful, capable and efficient as well as enhancing it aesthetically to its supreme potential. When it comes to competitive bodybuilding, the focus is on what is visible on the forefront. That is why the entire limelight falls on the aesthetics. The paradox is that since the human body is one single entity and works as a unit, we cannot isolate certain parts or aspects of it and just present them by ourselves. It has to be in entirety. So how we can logically place this is to be able to…