Rebooting the mind & body

Poonam Bindra

Winsome and versatile, Punjabi kudi Pavitra Punia is a popular television actress. She is known for portraying characters like Nidhi Chhaabra in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein and Geet Dhillon in Love U Zindagi. She also participated in Splitsvilla 3 and played Simran Ahluwalia in Sawaare Sabke Sapne…Preeto and Paulomi Roy in Naagin 3. She is currently seen playing an evil fairy, named Timnasa, in the popular sitcom, Baalveer Returns.

“It is necessary to take a break and reboot your mind and body,” says Pavitra as she reveals her fitness secrets.

Be fit always

Fitness for me is a lifestyle. As an artiste and also as an individual, fitness always has been an important aspect of my life. The combination of a fit mind and a fit body is capable of achieving anything.

My special take

I strongly believe in dividing my meals in portions and over the years I have found that portion control is really helpful. Eating the right meal in correct proportion is the first step towards fitness.

Balance is the main funda

It is crucial to have a healthy balance between your mind and body, especially in today’s day and age. Being in the entertainment industry, sometimes you tend to get caught up in the hectic and demanding schedule. I believe in taking a break and rebooting my mind. I feel meditation really helps to achieve that or any activity that you enjoy doing. Always break the monotony in life to have a healthy balance.

Flexibility has helped me do my stunts

I perform my own stunts in Baalveer Returns and I am blessed to have a flexible body. I was a very active kid and the flexibility that I attained during my childhood has fortunately persisted and it continues to help me. I do work out to maintain my agility but not every day.

Going nuts

I have a habit of keeping different nuts and seeds handy with me and during the break between the shots, I enjoy munching on them. They are a healthy option for snacks as it is packed with proteins, healthy fats, fibers and vitamins. It keeps me energetic throughout the day.

My favourite and my weakness

My weakness is Thai green curry. It is one dish I can never resist and I always make it a point to have an elaborate Thai meal on my cheat days.

Some takeaway fitness tips

To all fitness enthusiasts, I would like to say that do not only rely on the gym to attain fitness. You can work out at home as well by going for a run or doing crunches. There are several videos available these days, which can guide you. I urge everyone to take some time out through the week and dedicate it to being fit even if it is playing your favourite sport. This tip is very important in these times when we are advised to stay indoors. Depend on your ingenuity to keep physically fit with whatever facilities you have.