Pune: Fitness craze among youngsters taking a toll on their bodies
In the digital age of mobile phones, companies are using adults’ favourite devices to help motivate them to become active. It is an uphill and urgent battle: More than a quarter of adults worldwide are not getting enough exercise. As a result, thousands of fitness apps are available in the Play Store, ranging from run trackers through dieting and specific workouts to meditating
It is extremely important to remember that over-doing your workout routine or religiously following the six pack diet because this can result in cramps, muscle sprain and strain, and bursitis – muscle injuries that could be dangerous. A 30-year-old youth from Pune fell prey to exercise applications available online. After following a rigorous exercise schedule […]
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