Celebrity Pilates expert Yasmin Karachiwala, the woman behind some of Bollywood’s fittest bodies: think Deepika Padukone, Katrina Kaif, Alia Bhatt, Jacqueline Fernandez recently revealed what really goes
into their enviable fitness levels. Speaking on Bhavishya Sindwani’s podcast, posted on YouTube on May 17, Yasmin opened up about the discipline, dedication, and mindful training strategies that keep her A-list clientele at peak performance, both on and off the screen.
Do celebrities really train differently?
According to Yasmin, the answer lies not in secret exercises but in an unshakable mindset. “The one thing they have that most people don’t is commitment and discipline,” she explained. Post-pregnancy, Deepika embraced Pilates to regain her strength, while Alia has made it a non-negotiable part of her life. “You can’t get someone else’s body, but you can be just as fit as they are,” Yasmin stressed.
For these stars, workouts are sacred appointments never sacrificed for parties, brunches, or social plans. This consistency, Yasmin believes, is as much about mental health as it is about physical transformation.
Listening to the body, not chasing the trend
Deepika, Alia, and Katrina’s real secret? They pay close attention to their bodies’ needs, whether that’s adjusting nutrition, varying exercise intensity, or switching up routines and they stick to the personalised programs Yasmin designs for them. Their workouts typically blend Pilates with functional training, creating a balance of strength, flexibility, and endurance.
Pilates for a sculpted lower body
Pilates isn’t just about core strength, it’s a full-body conditioning method. As Prerna Khetrapal, founder of Kaizen Pilates & Wellness Studio, told HT Lifestyle, “Reformer Pilates is especially effective for toning and strengthening the lower body. The controlled, low-impact movements build endurance and definition in the legs, hips, and glutes, all while protecting the joints.”
The benefits go beyond aesthetics
Done consistently, Pilates improves posture, balance, and joint mobility. It can ease back pain, enhance flexibility, boost circulation, and develop long, lean muscle tone making it as much a longevity tool as a beauty one. And when combined with functional training, it sets the stage for a resilient, agile, and energised body that can take on the demands of stardom or everyday life with ease.
