Soha Ali Khan Swears By These 4 Exercises Before Lifting Weights

To get the most out of strength training regarding greater muscle building, calorie burning, and boosting one's metabolism, a proper warm-up is necessary-and it's definitely not the part to be skipped. Fitness enthusiast and actress Soha Ali Khan recently took to Instagram to emphasise the importance of mobility exercises as a way to prepare the body for heavy lifting.

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On October 28, Soha shared her pre-workout routine, which was specific to a tough leg session. She said, "These dynamic movements are the crucial first set." In her caption, she mentioned that although mobility may sound and appear to be a disposable kind of warm-up, it is actually "your insurance against injuries" because it guarantees that your body will be able to take the load without limiting movement.

These include a series of stretches to get the muscles and joints loose, especially the legs. Soha explained that these exercises increase the range of motion, significantly reducing the risk of injury during the subsequent weightlifting session.

Taking a page from Soha's fitness playbook, here are the key mobility drills she recommends to lift like a professional:

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Soha Ali Khan Recommends 4 Exercises Before Lifting Weights

1. Hip Hinge: Start with feet shoulder-width apart and a tight core. With a flat back, slowly fold forward at the hips to stretch the hamstrings, then use your heels to push back up.

2. Cossack Squat (Lateral Lunge): Wide stance, shift your weight on one side, and bend your knee into the deepest possible squat position, keeping the opposite leg straight. Smoothly transfer to the other side.

3. Seated Torso Twists (Russian Twist Variation): Sit down, lean back slightly with your knees bent, and start to twist your torso, tapping your hands near the floor on each side.

4. Standing High Knees: While standing, perform a marching action, bringing each knee upwards toward your chest or hip level alternately.

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Lastly, the advantages of strength training, be it with weights, bands, or body weight, are not confined to young gym enthusiasts but are equally useful in older adults.

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