What the Press has to say about Mickey Mehta
**THE SEVEN WONDERS...
Attaining a perfect-10 figure is no easy task. AINDRILA
MITRA shows seven easy ways to burn the extra kilos faster
You’ve often wondered how to muster that surfboard tummy,
the bootylicious rear and toned limbs. To get there is no
easy feat, especially when time is a constraint. Rewind:
the innumerable trial and error exercise patterns, yoga,
Pilates etc! But what most women overlook are the
essential factors that help burn fat faster, repeat, real
fast…..
ALWAYS TIME YOUR PRE-MEAL SNACK
As Mickey Mehta, holistic health guru elucidates,
“Ingestion results in blood gush which is withdrawn during
working out. Therefore it is imperative to keep the
stomach more or less empty before exercising.”
BREATHE THROUGH THE NOSE
“Breathing regulates the metabolic rate,” says Mehta.
So regulated inhalation and exhalation should be followed.
CARDIO,
THE LAST STRETCH
If you’re wondering whether to hit the thread-mill just
after you’ve completed a heavy session of weight training,
then don’t think twice! As Mehta mentions, “Always
go by bio-feedback. Cardio actually helps to cool down
after weight training. It’s advisable to walk on the
thread-mill at an easy pace, depending on fatigue rate.”
VALUE VARIETY
Don’t you get bored donning the same top, the same pair of
denim, similar hair-dos everyday? It’s human tendency to
detest monotony and it’s true with exercises as well. Mehta says, “Continuing the same exercise over a long
period of time may lead to flat response. So there has to
be a break in the pattern. The body always responds more
to something that’s new, be it motion or exercise.”
DO NOT SLOUCH
A slouch is never an attractive element, and if it becomes
a deterrent to getting rid of the extra flab, it’s
definitely a no, no! Mehta explains while slouching
one doesn’t hold oneself up. Then the posture expends
energy, which increases BMR.
TRAIN IN INTERVALS
Training in intervals can be very effective. There are two
ways to losing fat: the low-intensity-long duration cardio
and the other one is to cut down on the duration and
follow a high-intensity work-out to lose body fat. This
increases the cardiac output.
ADD LIGHT WEIGHTS
Is it enough just to cycle for hours on end, with no real
effects showing on your body? Here in, comes the
significance of light weights. Twelve repetitions are must
per exercise. One can use one’s body weight as well for
exercising chest, triceps and back through push-ups, says Mehta. That way, the muscles also get stronger.
.................ROUGE, 24 December 2005
**SHAPING UP THE STARS...
Behind every actor there’s a personal trainer calling the
shots. Sushmita Biswas reports
Mickey Mehta
Yashraj
Studios likes to make sure that its stars look trim. So
when Salaam Namaste was being shot, Mickey Mehta was told to make sure that Preity Zinta looked her perky
best.
“Aditya Chopra briefed me about the character Preity
played and thus, began our 45-days gruelling schedule
where I transformed her both physically and mentally,”
says Mehta. Swimming and underwater aerobics, for which
Mehta is famous, formed part of Zinta’s schedule.
Others who keep shipshape with Mehta include top industrialists Anil Ambani, Kumaramangalam
Birla and Vindi Banga and movie stars like Bipasha Basu,
Mallika Sherawat, Suresh Oberoi, Diana Hayden and Aryan
Vaid to name a few. He has also trained Miss India
contestants and is the official fitness instructor to
serial Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin and reality shows like Fame
Gurukul.
Mehta who’s a judo instructor and a swimming coach
likes to mix his disciplines. He throws in everything from
meditation and yoga postures to free-hand cardiovascular
bouncing drills. He’s also likely to use Pilates training,
abdominal workouts along with pranayama and suryanamaskars.
The fee for this holistic package comes close to Rs 20,000
an hour. He has four gyms in Mumbai, and is planning to
open more all over the country.
A strict disciplinarian, Mehta even dropped actress
Priyanka Chopra from his schedule when she was competing
for the Miss India title. “I don’t like students who opt
for short-cuts to fitness. You cannot have a great figure
without going through a rigorous training session.” he
says.
Mickey Mehta’s stressbusters: Meditation,
discipline and a positive attitude.
……………GRAPHITI, The Telegraph Magazine, 18 December 2005
**WARM WATER EASES JOINT PAINS...
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic disease that
affects the joints, particularly the hands, feet and
knees, but other parts of the body can also be affected.
The joints ache and swell, which leads to bent and
deformed joints, resulting in restriction of movement,
stiffness and extreme pain. It is observed that warm water
or a hot tub relaxes tense muscles, reduces pain and
stiffness in the joints and enables the body to exercise
with ease. Water exercises are a gentle way to work joints
and muscles. Warm water raises your body temperature,
causing your blood vessels to dilate and increase
circulation. As water enables joints to have free movement
it also acts as resistance to help build muscle strength.
A spa or pool provides buoyancy that helps you to relax
and exercise your joints. Pools offer more space than hot
tubs, allowing for more vigorous exercises, including
strengthening and aerobic exercises.
After entering a spa or pool, relax and enjoy the soothing
water. Wait till your muscles and joints feel more
comfortable and relaxed. Slowly begin your exercise
routine. Allow enough time after exercising to relax
muscles again before getting out of the water.
Precautionary advice
Extremely hot water is not safe. Mild heat is just as
effective and easier for the body to tolerate.
Remember that individuals react differently to heat; if
you start feeling light-headed or nauseous, get out of the
water immediately.
If joint swelling, stiffness or pain increases,
discontinue exercise and consult your doctor. Never
consume alcohol while in the hot tub. These may cause
drowsiness or a change in blood pressure.
By Mickey Mehta, a spiritual guru
………………ASIAN AGE, 12 December 2005
**HOW I KEEP FIT...
Carol Gracias: Model
What’s your experience with diets?
Before
I started modeling, I put myself on a diet. I did lose weight but
I wouldn’t recommend that to anyone. The diet Mickey Mehta put me on really worked well for me. I could basically eat whatever
I enjoyed, but in moderation. It was wholesome food without the
unnecessary oil and spices. Right now I’m following a diet my model
friend Ignatius has put me on. I can eat everything, except whatever
disagrees with my blood group, namely sweet corn and chicken.
……………….Parizaad Khan, INDIAN EXPRESS, 11 December 2005.
**MICKEY MEHTA’S 3-STEP SUPER EFFECTIVE BELLY BUSTER EXERCISE
REGIME...
1. Upper abdomen crunches
Raise one leg mid air. With the opposite hand, support the back
of the head and raise it to the knee of the raised leg. Alternate
legs.
2. Mid-abdomen crunches
Raise both legs and cross them at right angles to the body while
you lie flat on the mat. Stretch both arms and touch your toes.
3.
Lower abdomen crunches
Lie flat on the mat and look up to the ceiling. Bend each leg, one
at a time, and cycle horizontally.
………………….MID-DAY, 23 November 2005
**DIET TIPS FOR MUMS-TO-BE...
A healthy pregnancy requires a rich supply of protein,
vitamins and minerals for both mother and child. If one
builds up good stores of nutrients in the months and years
before conception through a healthy, balanced diet, the
additional demands of pregnancy can be met with modest
adjustments. Certain nutrients become particularly
important during pregnancy. They are folic acid, calcium,
iron and extra calories. On an average, expectant mothers
should have 150 calories more per day in the first
trimester and 350 calories more per day in the next two
trimesters. Low calorie intake during pregnancy can result
in a breakdown of stored fat in the mother, leading to the
production substances called ketones in her blood and
urine.
……………..The writer Mickey Mehta is a spiritual guru,
ASIAN AGE, 21st November 2005
INSOMNIA
You yawn, stretch your arms behind your head and stare at the ceiling.
You have been in bed for a few minutes. There is peace all around.
The room is dark. Everyone is asleep. It’s an expansive moment for
your mind. The mind seems to fill the entire room. Okay, its been
20 minutes now. The novel meditative moment has passed. Now your
mind seems to be filling up like a bowl that’s been left outside
in a torrential downpour. You can’t seem to slow down or empty out
your mind. So many things to think about, not the least of which
can answer why you can’t fall asleep?
You are tired, but cannot sleep. Beginning to feel agitated you
become physically restless. Each passing moment lends itself to
increasing frustration. Now your mind has jumped ahead to tomorrow,
lining up all those things that need to be done knowing that you’ll
only do so by dragging this haggard, exhausted and fatigued body
around for the entire day. This process goes deeply into the night.
Any of that sound familiar? Most adults have experienced insomnia
or sleeplessness at one time or another in their lives. An estimated
30-50% of the general population is affected by insomnia, and 10%
have chronic insomnia. By definition, insomnia is “difficulty initiating
or maintaining sleep, or both”
SYMPTOMS
- Inability to slip into a deep state of relaxation in sleep
- Hyper flickering mind in bed
- High irritability
- End of the day mood swing
- Emotional unrest
CAUSES
- Inappropriate eating habits
- Lack of fulfillment and satisfaction
- Abuses: Drugs, smoking, alcohol, tablet abuses
- Unfulfilled relationships
- Overwhelming work pressures
- Peer pressure for fast material growth
- Super great aspirations, poor deliverance and opportunities
WAYS TO AVOID INSOMNIA
Insomnia can be dealt with effectively by introducing and
practicing these easy steps as you are getting ready for
bed. Take a hot shower, settle in dim lights, listen to
soothing music/bhajans/discourses or chanting mantras or
prayers. Loosen up the body, shut your eyes and relax your
breathing. Now visualize a quiet still lake under a
starlit sky. Breathe deeply, let the internal dialogue
quieten, feel any resentment or hurts fading away.
Continue breathing slowly and deeply.
Follow these dietary habits:
- Poppy seeds (khas) in food
- Wild rice or whole/brown rice
- Bajra/jowar chappatis
- Avoid consuming sweet potatoes and desserts at night
……....Mickey Mehta, SWITCH Outsource This!, 16th Nov – 15th Dec 2005 (Vol.1 Issue3)
**EXERCISE FOR EASY DELIVERY AND YUMMY MUMMY STATUS...
Exercising during pregnancy will not only ensure an easy delivery
but will also make it easier for you to return to your pre-pregnancy
weight. Yoga, stretches, sit-ups and meditation are your best bets.
The body experiences dramatic physiological changes during pregnancy.
To help have an easy, short labour and a quick return to your pre-pregnancy
weight, expectant mothers should follow an exercise routine. Women
who are physically active before pregnancy can modify their exercise
programme, but those who were inactive before pregnancy should wait
for the second trimester to begin new activities. It is a good idea
to check with your gynecologist about your exercise programme.
Weight lifting, twisting and jarring movements are a no-no. Listen
to your body, do only what feels comfortable and if anything hurts,
stop immediately. Drink plenty of water before, during and after
exercise. Make sure you are in a well-ventilated area and wearing
loose-fitting breathable clothing.
................The writer Mickey Mehta is a holistic
guru, ASIAN AGE, 14 November 2005
**In the spotlight...
Making
significant strides to kowtow in a country enveloping 56 nationalities
and 50,000 rivers, Sindhura Gadde, Pond’s Femina Miss India World
2005, is all geared to contest for Miss World 2005 pageant in Sanya,
People’s Republic of China. Will she bring in the dusk or the dawn
back home? Here’s a potent mixture to discern if India stands to
outshine.
Visibly confident, focused and elated this dusky lass from Vijayawada
has the savvy poise to make an Indian impression at the pageant.
Equipped with a career in the media and fashion industry, walking
the ramp and facing the camera have been her deal in life. Sprucing
her skills and strengthening her inner beauty is a strong team of
experts who have imparted what it takes reach for the crown.
A lot of her composure can be attributed to Mickey Mehta,
holistic health and spiritual guru who instilled virtues which maketh
a woman of substance!
.............Nimisha Tiwari, 8 November 2005, Times News Network
**DIET CAN DELAY AGEING...
Women often express feelings of 
discontent
about their body image, which in turn may contribute to the initiation
and / or maintenance of eating disorders and exercise addiction
in middle life. Women fail to accept certain biological facts about
midlife transition which are genetically based as females are born
with more fat cells and slower metabolic rates than males.
All women above 30 years should consume sufficient calcium, proteins,
vitamins and minerals because that would give them strong bones,
glowing skin and lustrous hair which will keep them looking young.
..................By Mickey Mehta, ASIAN AGE, 7 November 2005
**FORGET DESPERATE, BE A FIT
HOUSEWIFE...
Lack of exercise and a sedentary lifestyle will ensure
that you are plagued with a number of health-related
problems, so beat premature aging by working out daily
Women are the back-bone of the family, therefore they
can’t afford to neglect their health. If you don’t take
care of yourself you will gain weight, have very low
stamina and sometimes PMS too. And all these ailments will
begin to plague you in your 30s itself due to your
lifestyle rather than age. Physiologic aging has various
effects on the human body and alters body image,
particularly in women.
So in order to age healthily, create a strong platform
well before you turn 40. Being a housewife is great as you
the luxury to flex and manage time as per your
convenience. To enhance wellness and avoid health problems
resulting from physical inactivity, stress and poor diet,
commit yourself to exercise regularly for 30 minutes to
begin with.
…………….The writer Mickey Mehta is a spiritual guru, THE
ASIAN AGE, 31 October 2005.
**WHAT-ER WAY TO HEAL...
There is more
to water than just a splash of refreshment, Mickey
Mehta writes about the spiritual joys of water – the
eternal elixir
Water is one of the five universal elements and is very
spiritual in nature. It helps humans transform and
transcend.
Water has properties, elements and characteristics to
trigger healing processes, soothe frayed nerves and calm
the otherwise hyper and restless mind. Water contributes
towards five dimensions of wellness.
…….The writer is a holistic health expert and spiritual
guru
..............BOMBAY TIMES, 30 October 2005
**NEGATIVE IS POSITIVE!...
What is food has no calories, you could eat as much as you want
and still not gain weight? Madhavi Trivedi explores the possibility
What are negative calorie foods?
“Fads, illusions and researchers will keep coming and going in the
world of science,” agrees holistic health guru Mickey Mehta.
“What is constant are the principles of a Vedic ‘satvik’ diet. When
raw food is consumed in its unaltered state after cleaning, it delivers
energy to the body, simultaneously healing regularities and the
state of dis-ease.’ Fruits and vegetables are precooked and predigested
by nature – they are sun cooked foods that take nothing more than
30 minutes to 1 hour to breakdown, digest, assimilate and put it
into elimination process.”
......TIMES WELLNESS, 23 October 2005
**METAMORPHOSIS...
A few lifestyle changes can bring tremendous relief. Jogging, walking,
yoga, Pilates or aerobics – exercise relaxes the body’s endorphins
(pain healing hormones), helps to relieve stress and sleep better.
Ginger juice, a good digestive decreases the severity and frequency
of headaches. Consciously choose your food well, avoid sugary foods,
fried foods, caffeine and aerated drinks.
During breaks use break away zones to stretch, unwind with meditation,
relax with different yoga asanas, de-stress with pranayam breathing
techniques or just deep breathing in open spaces. Intentionally
keep away from smoking zones, passive smoking does bring on headaches.
Minor changes integrated in your everyday lifestyle will internally
strength you, in the process transforming your being.
..........Mickey Mehta, SWITCH Outsource This!, 16th Sept – 15th
Oct 2005 (Vol. 1 Issue 1)
**WEIGHT LOSS: ARE YOU HEADED THE RIGHT WAY?
Facing the right direction might make you thinner!...
Human beings are influenced by the forces of the cosmos (primarily
the solar and lunar energies). Harmony with the energies establishes
a state of balance and good health. The sun is our source of
light and heat. As it sustains life, it enables the human body to
consume calories for everyday living. Thus, heat not only warms
the body but also increases our metabolism (BMR) to burn the excess
fat. As normally observed, the pace of our life is at its peak in
the morning and starts declining by the evening. Come twilight,
the body begins the process of repair, conservation and restoration
of energy to recuperate from stress, both mental and physical. This
recuperation is influenced by the lunar energies. According to shastras,
the sun symbolizes the East and the moon the West. We use the knowledge
of these energies and directions to maintain our biorhythms.
…………The writer Mickey Mehta is a fitness instructor,DNA, 11 October
2005
**EXECUTIVE’S DIET CHART...
We are what we eat. Our lifestyle and the nature of work always
influence our eating habits. Many executives and entrepreneurs don’t
follow a healthy eating pattern because they skip breakfast most
of the time, drink too many cups of coffee and tea and frequent
restaurants for lunch and dinner. In addition to this they smoke,
drink and consume fried and salty snacks.
Due to the nature of their work, stress levels and undisciplined
eating habits, their health can very soon deteriorate. They need
a food plan that can take care of and improve their physical and
mental health
…………The writer Mickey Mehta is a spiritual guru, THE ASIAN AGE,
10 October 2005
**TAKING ON TOKYO...
Pond’s
Femina Miss India 2005 finalist Vaishali Desai is on her way to
make her mark at the Miss International Contest in Japan. Smita
DeSouza spoke to her about her preparations.
Even as we write this, Pond’s Femina Miss India finalist Vaishali
Desai hasn’t gotten over the excitement of being chosen to represent
her country at the upcoming Miss International pageant.
Mickey Mehta has given her imperative pointers to help maintain
a holistic health regimen and get in touch with spirituality to
help her stay calm during stressful moments.
………..FEMINA, 28 September 2005
***DOCS ADVICE BALANCE AS TEENS SWING ON WEIGHT CHARTS...
Fitness expert Mickey Mehta too has had his share of the
Barbie Brigade. “Several kids who are only 4-5 kg overweight come
to me to lose much more as they want to look skinny like the models
they see on television.” he says. However, Mehta makes sure
they don’t fall into the trap. “We educate them about body mass
index and counsel them. I help them lose only the excess weight
and tone their bodies,” he says.
..................By Payeli Ghosh, TIMES OF INDIA, 23 September
2005
***HYDROPOWER...
“Water resistance is the finest
and softest,” says Mickey Mehta ,holistic health and spiritual
guru who also offers a premium aqua aerobics programme.” Aqua aerobics
is second to yoga and improves tone, stimulates the nervous system,
is kind to the ligaments, and facilitates strength in injured muscles
and joints.”
.................... TIMES WELLNESS, 11 September 2005
***‘The Indian drought at international pageants might end’...
When it comes to winning beauty pageants – poise, elegance, and
wit seem to be the prerequisites. Vaishali Desai has all of them and natural beauty to boot, all of which will go
a long way to impress the judges when she competes in the Miss International
pageant in Tokyo.
Pond’s
Femina Miss India finalist Vaishali Desai is in a tizzy. She’s busy
giving herself the last-minute makeover touches now that she’s been
selected to take part in Miss International been selected to take
place in Tokyo. Bombay Times spent some quality time with her as
the Bangalore beauty perfected her smile, chose her dresses, and
fine-tuned her make-up.
Vaishali is all prepared for it thanks to her holistic health and
spirituality instructor Mickey Mehta who has helped her stay
focused with physical training and meditation sessions.
As she packs her bags and gets ready to fly to Tokyo the Air-India
way, she makes a bold statement, “Just wait and watch, the Indian
drought at international pageants might end this time!”
…………..Avinash Kalla, BOMBAY TIMES, 10 September 2005
**SUNDAY CONFESSION...
Two men admit to behaviour that doesn’t fit their social
standing
I ANSWER NATURE’S CALL ANYWHERE, ANYTIME
About four years ago, BBC was interviewing me for a show on new age health. During the interview I was very buoyant
and camera friendly making a good impression on the crew.
When the shoot stopped for a break, I felt the urge to go
to visit the toilet. But I forgot that the mike clipped on
to my shirt was still on. So after I returned to the set,
I found the crew doubling up in laughter. They had heard
all the noise I made inside, including the splashing of
water, the sound of the flush and every little ‘phut phat’
I did there.
…………Mickey Mehta, fitness guru, Times Review, September
4, 2005
**BRINGING BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT IN SYNC...
I am trying to shed the image of a fitness guru, because that doesn’t
define me. As far back as in school, I was active in martial arts,
which integrate body, mind, and soul. In college, I learned what
I call ‘cosmic nutrition’ from Vijaya Venkat. I understood how to
absorb sunlight and moonlight, how to smell flowers, smell the mud,
how to listen to the chirping of birds. That way, you draw nourishment
from every sensory experience, from love, from a creative idea,
even an emotional upsurge.
Health is more than mere fitness. It is a process of self-healing;
it is organic soundness, balance and equilibrium. Fitness can be
destructive. You can be strong of appearance but weak of health.
Your stamina may be great, but one infection can put you down if
you are immuno-compromised.
Unfold as a being. Your each unfolding is a unique experience of
evolution and enlightenment.
.......................The writer is Mickey Mehta, a Mumbai-based
wellness guru
DNA.Sunday, August 28, 2005
**TAKE THE PLUNGE...
But
don’t poke someone’s eye out while doing so. Faye Remedios offers some basic pool etiquette
Lazily splashing around in a pool, or sipping on a chilled drink
beside it sound like tempting ways to spend a weekend. That is,
until people whack you in the eye while trying some fancy manoeuvre,
or hogging the poolside chairs for hours. Simply follow our pointers
to avoid turning into a nuisance yourself while soaking in the waters.
LOOK & LEAP
Hygiene is an important aspect to consider. “Make sure you shower
before entering, to neutralize odour and perspiration,” says holistic
health expert Mickey Mehta, who has appeared in the
Limca Book of Records for teaching people to swim , in under 24
hours. Ideally toe nails and fingernails should be trimmed.
And if your hair hangs below your shoulder, wear a cap. “Otherwise,
loose strands come in the way of other swimmers, which is very annoying,”
he points out. All jewellery, like bracelets and necklaces, that
can scratch people, should be removed.
SMOOTH SWIM
Be careful that you don’t dive or jump onto the path of oncoming
swimmers. 
“While
this should only be done in pools which are more than 15 or 20 feet
deep, always check to see that no one’s below you, before diving,”
says Mehta. In general, don’t kick and swing arms around.
“Especially when attempting the back stroke, most people don’t bother
to look where they are going and keep bumping into others, which
is not on at all” Mehta adds.
LOCKER TALK
“Moving around in the nude is considered obnoxious behaviour by
many people,” seconds Mehta, “Make sure you wear a swim/trunks
or at least cover yourself with a towel.
..............MIRROR BUZZ, 20 August 2005
**WARM UP EXERCISES ARE A MUST...
Warming up prior to any exercise, physical activity or sports prepares
the body and mind for more strenuous activity. You can structure
the warm up of 15-20 minutes as follows:
Aerobic activities
Dynamic stretches
Exercise specific or sports specific activities
These are the key elements, which should be included.
A
good warm up should begin with light aerobic physical activities for 5-7 minutes and result in a light sweat. For example, jogging,
running, cycling, jumping jacks, climbing up staircase etc. Then
do dynamic stretches and slow controlled gentle movements through
the limits of your range of motion. These should last for about
5-10 minutes.
Dynamic stretching involves moving parts of your body and
gradually increasing speed of movement. In dynamic stretches, there
are no bounces or ‘jerky’ movements. By performing these stretches
your limbs achieve a greater range of movement. This is essential
to prevent muscle and tendon injuries.
EXAMPLES:
Leg swing forward and backward
Leg swing side to side
Lower leg calf raise
Arm circles
Lastly, exercise or sport specific warm up is more specific
towards the type of exercise programmed for that day. Activities
should reflect the type of movements and actions which will be required
during the exercise.
.............The writer is MICKEY MEHTA, India’s ace holistic
and spiritual guru
22nd August, 2005 ASIAN AGE
**MYSTIC MASSEUR FOR LALU...
Union
Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav was in Mumbai recently. After
work he found himself fatigued and needed a massage. His PA contacted
fitness expert Mickey Mehta. The one instruction from Lalu
was that the masseur should only be a Bihari. Until this moment, Mickey had no idea that one of his team members was from
Bihar. As soon as he realized that he actually did have a masseur
from Bihar, the person was sent to Sahayadri guest house, where
Lalu was staying. In case you were wondering, Lalu’s massage took
4 hours.
..........BOMBAY TIMES, 20th August 2005
**BUSTING MYTHS...
Small breasts do not necessary imply sagging morale. Likewise,
big busts do not have to be an embarrassment. NITYA ALWANI-SATYANI
goes below the seams
Whoever said ‘size does not matter’ has never faced the challenge
of making mountains out of mole hills under the bra. Or the embarrassment
of concealing a cleavage, that creeps out to greet the audience,
at the most inopportune time.
An increasing number of women, in this breast obsessed world, agonized
because they don’t ‘fit in’. Some because they cannot even wear
a chase t-shirt without causing men to forget that there is a face
attached to their abundant chest, and others, because they can wear
the most seductive top but still end up looking as flat as stale
soda.
ENHANCING SIZE 32A
Exercising right
Mickey Mehta, health guru
“Certain isometric exercises help increase bust size. It can be
done with a medicine, Swiss ball, or even a pillow. Hold the ball
horizontally between your palms, close to your chest and take a
deep breath. Exhale and press the ball as hard as you can. Keep
the ball suspended for a few seconds then release and breathe again.
Repeat 4-5 times.
Another successful remedy is to massage the breasts with warm mustard
oil regularly (at least thrice a week)
Red signal: Mehta cautions against obsessive weight training.
Bench press and other weights do help in firming the muscle but
often cause a decrease in size, because overuse of weights results
in increase of male hormones. This causes women to lose heir feminity
and changes their body and features,” warns Mickey.
MINIMISING SIZE 36D:
Exercising right
“Volume of the bust cannot be reduced but breasts that sag can be
firmed through exercise. This is important as skin that has already
important as skin that has already expanded, often sags following
weight loss,” says Mehta.
“Do vertical push-ups against the wall or with your knees on the
floor, which helps cut the body weight in half. Or stimulate push-ups
action. Take a deep breath, hold arms in front of you. Exhale and
push outwards. This creates a resistance from within and helps in
firming.”
..................ROUGE, 13 August 2005
**BUILDING BLOCKBUSTERS...
Who are the people behind the hottest bods in Bollywood” Radhika
Mittal and Chandrima Pal step into the world of power yoga and Pilates
to find out.
MICKEY MEHTA: Preity Picture
Mickey Mehta goes for focused fitness
“People hire me for specific events or programmes,” affirms Mickey
Mehta, master of holistic fitness and veteran of over two decades.
His hands are already well smeared well smeared with success and
star dust, having trained the likes of Anil Ambani, Kumaramangalam
Birla, Diana Hayden and Mallika Sherawat.
But prod him a little and he’ll tell you that it is the
perky Preity Zinta who is ‘star’ student. Mehta first worked with her when she approached him to teach her
to swim. But for the forthcoming flick Salaam Namaste, the
goal was more focused. “I had 45 days to give her a
slimmer toned and, most importantly, younger look, “ he
reveals, “We had to reach her ideal body-fat ratio.”
Mehta is not your run-of-the-mill trainer. And his
price tag, along with his client list, is proof of his
exclusivity – it is said he charges close to Rs 15,000 an
hour. But he sure tries to give you your money’s worth.
His training for Zinta began with a customized nutrition
plan and a diet programme designed just for the actress.
With this he also created a special workout programme and
a session of meditation. “I don’t take on people who are
not serious about fitness,” he declares. In fact, he’s
quite critical of Priyanka Chopra’s lack of sincerity even
as he praises her naturally slim body.
“I pay exclusive attention to my clients, workout with
them and, while they are at it, I meditate with them. All
the time they have to keep their eyes closed.”
The tough taskmaster, however, has been impressed with
Zinta. “She is a sensible woman and she knew she had to
surrender to the programme. I am very happy with the way
she looks in the film.”
..................MIRROR BUZZ, The Times of India,
13-19 August, 2005
**SURYANAMASKAR, A GOOD
COMBINATION OF 14 ASANAS...
Suryanamaskar is a rhythmic combination of yogasana and pranayama. This asana is done at
sunrise as well as sunset. It’s a combination of 14 asanas, gives excellent results. Do start with a small
prayer, invoking the SUN GOD.
THE STEPS:
1. Stand straight facing the sun, with both feet
touching.
2. Bring the hands together, palm-to-palm, at the
heart.
3. Inhale and raise the arms upward. Slowly bend
backward, stretching arms above the head.
4. Exhale slowly, bending forward; touch the earth
keeping the hands in line with the feet, head touching knees
5. Inhale and move the right leg back, away from the
body in a wide backward step. Keep the hands and feet firmly on the ground, with the left foot
between the hands. Raise the head.
6. While exhaling, bring the left foot together with
right. Keep arms straight, raise the hips and align the head with the arms with the arms, forming an
upward arch.
7. Inhale and slowly lower the hips to the floor,
(hips should be slightly raised above the ground) and bend backward as much as possible
8. Exhale and lower the body to the floor until the
feet, knees, hands, chest, and forehead art touching the ground.
9. Inhale and slowly raise the head and bend
backwards as much as possible, bending the spine to the maximum.
10. While exhaling slowly and keeping the arms straight,
raise the hips and align the head with the arms, forming an upward arch.
11. Slowly inhale and bend the left leg at the knee at the
knee taking a wide forward step. Keeping
the hands firmly rooted, place the left foot on the
ground between the hands. Lift the head upwards.
12. Exhale slowly and keeping hands firmly in place bring
both feet together to align them with the hands.
13. Touch the head to the knees, if possible.
14. Inhale slowly and raise the arms upwards. Slowly bend
backward, stretching the arms above the head.
Return back to position 1. (One namaskar is of 14
steps as given above) This exercise can be repeated 10
times.
Note: Time consumed to perform one namaskar is not important. Do it correctly. Body posture and
breathing pattern is very important. Learn from a yoga
teacher, then practice on your own.
..................The writer is Mickey Mehta, India’s ace
holistic guru, ASIAN AGE, 25 July 2005
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**FIT FACTS...
Fitness expert Mickey Mehta who is part of the Sony daily
Fame Gurukul has been motivating the reality show’s participants
through self-guided creative visuals. To perform this technique,
the participant has to close his or her eyes and live out their
performance in their mind. This supposedly allows their talent to
simply flow when on stage and they actually live the performance,
feeling every moment of it and enjoying it. This also helps the
participants overcome their nervousness and shyness. He also insists
on meditation, allowing them to connect with their inner self while
enriching and mentally empowering them
..............23rd July, 2005, MID-DAY
**WHY WARM UP EXERCISES ARE A MUST...
Always begin your exercise
with a warm-up session. Warm up is a small preparatory session
of 10 to 15 minutes of exercises and stretches, that help to
gear up your body for exercise.
It prepares your body physically
and mentally for the upcoming physical strain.
Normally people feel lazy to warm up before they begin exercising. Although there are many benefits of warming up, most fitness freaks and athletes spend little or no time in warming up. Warm up; as the name implies, increases the body temperature by increasing the blood circulation in the body since cold muscles and tendons are more prone to injury than warmed-up ones. This temperature elevation reduces the potential of muscle and connective tissue injuries. In addition, blood flow to the muscle aids in the delivery of fuels required for muscle performance. The benefits of warming up are categorized in 3 areas as physical, physiological and psychological. They are as follows:
Physical changes:
It
provides a transition from rest to strenuous exercise.
Lubricates the joints and increases its flexibility and mobility.
Warms the connective tissues.
Prevents injury.
Charges the circulatory system.
Enhances the neuro-muscular coordination.
Physiological changes:
It strengthens the physiological functioning of the body.
Activates respiratory and nervous system.
Excites the hormonal system.
Improves cardiovascular and muscular systems.
Reduces the muscle viscosity.
Increases rate of chemical synthesis of contraction and
recovery.
Increases capacity of Myoglobin.
Psychological changes:
It prepares you mentally for upcoming exercise.
Increases confidence levels.
Reduces stress, anxiety, tension.
Warming up creates a constructive outlet in your body for
negative feelings.
Creates a feeling of freshness.
...............By Mickey Mehta, India’s ace holistic and spiritual guru,THE ASIAN AGE, 11 July 2005
**"Have Realistic Goals And Targets "...
Mickey Mehta calls himself a holistic guru and not a fitness expert. To him, being healthy is important and that includes strength, stamina, tone, size and energy. His take on fitness is more on the holistic lines with great emphasis on the well being of the entire body. He’s been in the fitness line for over a decade and his celebrity clients are the likes of Anil Ambani, Kumaramangalam Birla, Preity Zinta, Priyanka Chopra, several other beauty queens and industrialists, lawyers, politicians. One of his remarkable achievements is the fact that he can teach you to swim in just 24 hours! “Its all in the mind. We can rid ourselves of several fears by thinking positively,” he says.
Slim and petite, Mickey Mehta was deeply into exercising from his school days. He’s a black belt in martial arts, a great swimmer, is into therapeutic massages and has studied nutrition and diet. So his expertise on fitness includes all of this, spirituality and holistic well-being. “Any exercise programme which has a mix yoga, meditation, right breathing techniques and workout works wonders,” he says.
Mickey is dead against the new theory of body building. “You cannot make a Sylvester Stallone out of a Bruce Lee. Each body is made differently. Those who take all kinds of supplements to build muscle are damaging their body in the long run. I even know of people who take scoops of powders as fat burners. That’s lethal. One cannot challenge the natural structure of a body,” he warns.
He also advises people not to be obsessed with the body because this will make one go to any length to achieve it. “One set back and the whole body goes for a toss. Each individual is different, made differently, so devise a fitness programme accordingly. Be realistic and have realistic, achievable goals.” He says.
Talking of the various new forms of exercises that are being taught these days, he says, “Newness is the mantra. If fitness studios don’t reinvent themselves with new kinds of exercises like kick-boxing, different types of yoga, dance aerobics,,,it will shut down. They are nothing but a combination of the same old stuff.”
………This is the first of a regular series of fitness columns
written by Mickey Mehta for the readers of Asian Age, July 2005
**HERBAL REMEDIES...
Herbs like tulsi,
wheat grass, aloe vera, alpha alpha, ginseng and many more
contain various medicinal and therapeutic agents. In addition to
nutrients to bolster your immunity, herbal remedies, can also
suppress viral and candida infections.
Garlic is a powerful, natural antibiotic, while ginger and basil have strong anti-infective abilities. Stimulating herbs such as ginger and Siberian ginseng can improve vitality and energy.
Daily consumption of these food types will nourish your body with nutrients that will help revitalize the physiological functioning of the body. Thus it will rejuvenate your health with extra vigor and strength.
...............By Mickey Mehta, ASIAN AGE, 26th July
2005