From marathon miles to martial arts drills, Akriti Pal decodes how Bollywood’s winners are turning to movement for emotional and physical balance.

Ranveer Singh 

Ranveer mixes his gym routines with regular runs, swimming sessions, and cycling to boost cardiovascular health and clear his mind before and after long shooting days. He’s spoken about how staying active helps him manage intensity and reset mentally.

Mandira Bedi 

For Mandira, running isn’t just fitness, it’s a ritual. She has spoken about how regular runs help her stay centered, manage emotional ups and downs, and reconnect with her inner calm through the rhythm of her footsteps.

Tiger Shroff 

Movement is play for Tiger Shroff. His practice of parkour blends running, jumping and agility drills that keep both his body and mind engaged. The dynamic nature of this discipline helps him diffuse stress and maintain focus.

Rakul Preet Singh 

Rakul incorporates trekking into her lifestyle, blending outdoor adventure with physical challenge, a powerful combo for stress reduction. Being in nature, away from the city buzz and deadlines, brings an emotional reset that’s hard to match. 

Vidyut Jammwal 

Vidyut’s lifelong journey with Kalaripayattu and martial arts isn’t just about physical prowess. The discipline required in these practices fosters focus, resilience, and body-mind harmony, making movement a daily therapy session in its own right. 

Neha Dhupia

Neha turns to cycling and sprint workouts to break up the monotony of routines and clear her head. Short bursts of intense movement are great for stress relief, boosting endorphins and sharpening mental clarity. 

Move It

Physical activity triggers endorphin release, reducing pain and elevating mood, while lowering cortisol — the body’s primary stress hormone. Regular aerobic exercise also boosts brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which supports sharper cognition and reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression. Add better sleep, improved heart health, and steadier blood sugar regulation, and the result is clear: Movement doesn’t just strengthen the body, it stabilises the mind.