Have you ever felt like you completely lost focus after a few workouts?
According to trainer Yasmin Karachiwala, actor Alia Bhatt also suffers from this problem. During an episode of her podcast with nutritionist Ryan Fernando, she mentioned how Batt’s workouts have to be adjusted to keep the actor interested.
The Zigra star wanted to stay active during her pregnancy and devised a custom workout plan to meet her needs. “Working with Aria was interesting and beautiful. She came to me and said, ‘I’m pregnant but I need to exercise.’ Aria is someone who exercises every day and doesn’t want to feel limited by her body, so we customized her workouts to interest her. Aria has a short attention span, so I needed to keep her routine engaging. Even if you let her repeat it 20 times, you’ll lose her by the 8th time. To keep her focused, her workouts need to be brisk and varied,” Karachiwala said.
This comes after Bhatt revealed in a recent interview that she suffers from Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), which makes it uncomfortable for her to sit in the makeup chair for more than 45 minutes.
In fitness, especially when performing exercises that require precise movements such as Pilates or weight training, a loss of concentration can lead to incorrect postures and incorrect repetitions (Source: Freepik)
How does short attention span affect personal fitness training?
Dr. Bajra Shrabani, MPT and certified Pilates coach at Tone 30, Bangalore, tells indianexpress.com, “Pilates is a very important part of the body. In fitness, especially when performing exercises that require precision movements, such as Pilates or weight training, a lack of concentration can lead to incorrect posture or insufficient repetitions, reducing the effectiveness of the workout. Possibly. Additionally, a lack of sustained concentration can lead to mental fatigue and cause you to rush your practice without proper form, which can increase your risk of injury. ”
Key strategies for designing workout routines tailored to people with short attention spans
Workouts should be engaging and dynamic for people with short attention spans. “Incorporating HIIT (high-intensity interval training) is especially beneficial because it involves quick, intense activity followed by rest. This can help keep your routine paced and engaged.” says Dr. Shravani.
Circuit training and mixed therapy (alternating between aerobic exercise, strength training, and flexibility exercises) also prevent monotony. By frequently switching between different exercises, a routine like this will not only keep your mind focused, but will also ensure that your entire body is trained.
Exercise has mental and physical benefits for people who easily lose focus.
Dr. Shrabani says exercise has both mental and physical benefits for people with short attention spans. Regular physical activity releases endorphins, which improves mood, reduces stress, and improves concentration. “Studies have shown that engaging in exercises like Pilates that integrate mental focus and physical movement can improve cognitive function over time. It’s especially important for people who have trouble staying focused during activities.
Dr. Shrabani emphasizes that the benefits of staying active for pregnant women are two-fold. Physically, exercise can help you maintain a healthy weight, increase circulation, and reduce discomfort such as lower back pain, but mentally, it can improve your mood, reduce anxiety, and improve concentration. Masu.
“Activities like prenatal Pilates, which emphasize gentle stretching, breathing, and controlled movements, help pregnant women maintain concentration during workouts, despite hormonal changes that can affect concentration. and helps you stay alert,” she concludes.
Disclaimer: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or from experts we spoke to. Be sure to consult your doctor before starting your daily life.
