INFS scholar Priyanka Dutta Barua faced numerous challenges on her fitness journey, but she never gave up. Instead, she chose to keep moving forward, turning her setbacks into opportunities for growth at every step.
Here’s her journey.
As a teenager, Priyanka struggled with weight loss.…
High-intensity interval Training (HIIT) has gained immense popularity in recent years as an effective method for improving endurance, fitness, and overall health. This training regimen involves alternating short bursts of intense activity with periods of active rest or low-intensity exercise. Scientific research supports the effectiveness of HIIT, demonstrating that it can lead to significant improvements in cardiovascular fitness, metabolic health, and muscular endurance in a shorter time compared to traditional steady-state aerobic exercise.…
Do you remember those days when sports were everything? The excitement, the friendships, and the thrill of competition were at the heart of school life. But often, somewhere along the way, we’re told that sports can’t be part of our “real” future.…
Don’t think you have the ‘right genes’ to build the physique of your dreams? INFS scholar Mayank Singh Shishodia is here to prove you wrong! At just 23, he’s a full-time college student and a passionate FITTR coach who has transformed himself through hard work, determination, and a love for fitness.…
In the ever-evolving conversation around health, longevity, and chronic disease, there’s a growing focus on Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs). Although they might sound like something out of a high school chemistry class, AGEs are part of our everyday lives—and can play a significant role in how fast we age and our risk for chronic illnesses like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and even Alzheimer’s.…
When it comes to nutrition, fiber often takes a backseat to protein, fats, and vitamins. But if you’ve ever been told to “eat more fruits and vegetables,” it’s largely because of the fiber they contain. Fiber is a type of carbohydrate found in plant foods – but unlike regular carbs, our bodies can’t digest it fully.…
For generations, cast iron cookware has been a staple in Indian kitchens. From crispy dosas to slow-cooked sabzis, cast iron pans are perfect for a variety of traditional cooking techniques—frying, simmering, and baking. Unlike modern non-stick alternatives that degrade over time, cast iron improves with age, becoming naturally non-stick and reducing the need for excess oil.…
When it comes to managing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, satiety – or the feeling of fullness – plays a key role. While calorie counts often dominate conversations about dieting, not all calories are created equal when it comes to how filling they are.…
Fats are an essential part of our diet, but not all fats are created equal. You might have come across terms like “hydrogenated” or “partially hydrogenated” fats on food labels and wondered, “What does that mean for my health?”
These are processed fats created to improve the texture and shelf life of foods, but they come with their own set of health concerns.…