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Reboot with Dr. Arasi MaranEP 35: Breaking Myths - Women and Strength Training with Sheba DevarajSummaryIn this enlightening conversation, Dr. Arasi Maran and fitness expert Sheba Devaraj delve into the transformative power of strength training, particularly for women. They discuss the importance of strength training over cardio, the necessity of starting early, and the mental and physical benefits it brings. Sheba shares her personal journey and offers practical advice for women to prioritize their health, set realistic fitness goals, and overcome common barriers to exercise. The conversation emphasizes the need to debunk myths surrounding women and strength training, encouraging listeners to embrace fitness as a vital part of their lives.
2024-12-1644 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaPick the right weight for your workoutIn this episode, let’s learn how to pick the right weight for your workout. Often, we’re clueless about the weight for the prescribed workout. While a coach can help with this, understanding the logic behind it can help you improve your strength.
2024-05-1306 minFITtalk with coach ShebaWhat’s your grip?Want to improve your deadlifts? Try the different grips and see which one gives you a better lift:
2024-04-2205 minFITtalk with coach ShebaBiomechanics of runningMost of us like to run. Understanding the basic biomechanics of running could help you run optimally without any injuries.
2024-04-1507 minFITtalk with coach ShebaImportance of training the respiratory musclesPost COVID there’s so much awareness on improving and managing lung function. In this episode, I’m discussing on how to train the respiratory muscles and what happens when you do train them!
2024-04-0806 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFive tips to “ageing well”Worried about growing old? Listen to this episode to understand how you can prepare yourself from now to enjoy your senior years!
2024-04-0110 minFITtalk with coach ShebaWhat does “engage your core” mean?A cue that’s given very often, and a cue il that’s not completed understood mostly. Let’s understand what it actually means and how it helps us!
2024-03-2505 minFITtalk with coach ShebaWhat does progress mean?Progress at the gym looks different for each one. I’m discussing some of the most important points of progress. Let me know what you think!
2024-03-1807 minFITtalk with coach Sheba5 things that mean you’re doing well in lifeYayyy this is my 50th episode! I am super thrilled. The best way to celebrate I thought was to make a grateful episode. Most often, we forget to pause and appreciate our life, let’s take time to do that NOW!
2024-03-1205 minFITtalk with coach ShebaWhat does transformation mean to you?This is a question I put up in my insta story and got some very interesting responses. Let’s discuss!
2024-03-0405 minFITtalk with coach ShebaEmbrace discipline for growthWe brush discipline aside and wonder why we don’t see results! In this episode, I’m sharing three points that’ll help you embrace discipline for your overall growth.
2024-02-2805 minFITtalk with coach ShebaHow much is too much?I’m answering three interesting questions on how much to workout? How often and if rest is necessary. Listen to the episode and let me know your comments!
2024-02-1904 minFITtalk with coach ShebaEating clean without hating foodWe’ve all had our share of bad relationship with food, especially when trying to lose weight. I’m sharing my views on how we can mend this and build a better bond with food.
2024-02-1105 minFITtalk with coach ShebaShould you workout with shoes or without?This is an ongoing debate. Hear me out discussing pros and cons of both! And let me know if it helped you:
2024-02-0506 minFITtalk with coach ShebaMental well-being over physical healthWhy is your mental well-being more important than physical health? Is it that important? I’m talking about five points that’ll help you understand why and also fix it.
2024-01-2906 minFITtalk with coach ShebaCardio vs conditioningI’m discussing the difference between cardio and metabolic conditioning and how useful each one is!
2024-01-1506 minFITtalk with coach ShebaAre you playing hide and seek with results?Are you working on your fitness goals but your results seem to be evading you? I’m sharing 5 simple ways to sort this! Enjoy the podcast.
2024-01-0803 minFITtalk with coach ShebaStress from Information OverloadListen up on what is information overload and how you can manage the stress caused by it.
2022-10-0507 minFITtalk with coach ShebaWhat should “training” mean to you?Training could mean differently to each person. Here’s my take on what it should mean to you!
2022-09-2806 min
The MyndStories PodcastSheba Devaraj || How to Stick With Your Goals - Ep. 02Tell us what you feel. Message us. In our second episode, we talk to Sheba Devaraj, a fitness instructor, nutrition specialist, and state level powerlifting champion from Chennai.We discuss1. How to navigate uncertainty and stick to your goals2. How fitness plays a big role in nurturing mental health3. Tips on how women can overcome biases and stereotypes to emerge strong4. Successfully shifting careers no matter the age5. Managing family expectations6. Staying consistent while embracing changeSupport the...
2022-03-2246 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with a doc- Working out post-Covid and fitness as a lifesttleDr. Arasi Maran, an Interventional Cardiologist, shares her thoughts on working out post-Covid, lung capacity and making workouts as part of your lifestyle.
2021-07-0614 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with Dr. Shraddha, DermatologistLoose skin after weight loss is a concern for many. Dr. Shraddha explains how we can avoid the situation as well as face it when we are left with loose skin. Listen to us converse and share your thoughts.
2021-06-2911 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with Dr. Arasi Maran- working out with a heart conditionFitTalk with a Doc- an interview with Dr. Arasi Maran, an Interventional Cardiologist on working out with a heart condition. She also tells us about improving our lung capacity and the importance of workouts in our daily lives.
2021-06-2315 minFITtalk with coach ShebaMe Vs Me- 5 tips to stay motivated to workoutWe’re often looking for some motivational pointers to help us get out workouts done. Sometimes we have no clue and give up. I’m giving 5 tips straightway! I’m sure you’ll find your muse in these. Good luck!
2021-06-0705 minFITtalk with coach ShebaMe Vs Me - acknowledging your mental spaceMental health is so important these days. More than ever. From my little knowledge from CBT for coaching, I’m sharing a few points on how we can overcome these strange times by embracing ourselves.
2021-05-2004 minFITtalk with coach ShebaMe Vs Me - Why is her/his gain better than mine?Me Vs Me is an interesting series of mini-podcasts on intrinsic and extrinsic issues with our fitness goals. Listen to how you can figure out why you aren’t progressing in your fitness goal, as much as your peer.
2021-05-1006 min
The People I MeetEpisode 31On the occasion of World Health day I think its a happy coincidence that my guest for today is someone who fits the bill. In today's fast paced world it is but imperative that we understand how important it is to be fit and healthy. Finding the right trainer or coach is one of the most important aspects of your fitness journey because to be very honest finding the right person who makes you want to be the fittest version of yourself is no cake walk. That's where today's guest comes in. A multifaceted superwoman, Sheba Devaraj is a...
2021-04-0740 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaThree dimensions of weight lossWeight-loss doesn’t happen over night. It’s not something we can do mindlessly either. I’m talking about the three important dimensions of weight management in this episode.
2020-11-2605 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaFit during festivals- five ways to manage your weight during the festive seasonDiwali is here and so is the season of festivals. It doesn't just end here but goes on till the year-end until January.
I love sweets and I go through the same issue as you. That's why I thought I'd do this episode of FitTalk on facing sweet temptations.
2020-11-1206 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaBursting 5 fitness myth bubblesDid you believe these? These are 5 myths that are still prevalent and I’m surprised. Listen to me break these bubbles and tell you what’s right. Don’t forget to share with your friends and family.
2020-10-1706 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaDon’t do these 5 things if you want to reach tour goal weightAttaining your goal weight is most often a task-abandonned-midway. While motivation seems to be the single most reason quoted there are some reasons that point back at you. Yes you!
Listen to me discuss where exactly you could be falling off the wagon and how you could stay focussed.
2020-10-0408 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaMore workouts for more weight lossIf only that was possible! Overtraining syndrome is a sly guy. We train like Rocky and expect miraculous weightloss, instead, we end up with fatigue and training failure. In this episode, I tell you what causes this syndrome and how we can save yourself from it.
2020-09-2704 minFITtalk with coach ShebaCues- are you being mindful?Are you being present and mindful when your trainers cues you? As much as it’s important for a trainer to cue, it is essential for the client to listen and participate. Listen to me talk about your 50:50 part in cues.
2020-06-2808 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaHealthy eyes; healthy lifeAn interesting conversation with Dr. Vinod Nathaniel, MBBS MS Ophthalmology, Eye Surgeon and a certified Personal trainer. He shares with us info on good eye health, food that compliments and managing small eye problems at home during COVID times.
2020-05-2418 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaBodybuilding - from dream to a career and all that it takes - with Mr. Biglee MuraliGlamorous and coveted- bodybuilding is many a man and a woman’s dream. How do you pursue that dream? What does it take to be a winner? What should you do? This and more is what Mr. Biglee, former bodybuilder with 15 years of experience in coaching, shares with us!
2020-04-1421 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with Sheba- lockdown and Intermittent Fasting with Mr. Arun KumarMr. Arun Kumar talks to me about Intermittent fasting and how you can do it correctly; and how you can use the lockdown phase to start small. There’s so much info online, this talk will definitely clear all your basic doubts. (Note: This is a bi-lingual conversation. You can always write in to clear your queries.)
2020-04-1124 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with Coach Sheba - Fit at homeLockdown, quarantine, boredom- is all we hear. But here we are discussing the importance of working out at home and what motivates them to actually workout. Mythili, Prob and Karthika are in a discussion with me!
2020-04-0421 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with Smitha Murthy - embracing changeSmitha is a happiness coach and she tells us how we can embrace this global change and how we can stay happy immaterial of what we define happiness as.
2020-03-2815 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitBit with coach Sheba- getting through the corona phaseWe’re all in this together. It’s a phase and this too shall pass. I’m sharing 3 simple ways to get through the global epidemic.
2020-03-2103 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitBit with Coach Sheba - 5 things to look for in a trainerLet’s talk about how you could go about looking for a trainer. I’m sharing 5 important points that you need to check . Easy, simple and useful!
2020-03-1407 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitBit with Coach Sheba - the real junk, the real dealI’m talking about junk, yes the real junk that we all need to get rid of. Have you thought of why we need junk?! Listen to me tell you how to lead a clean life.
2020-03-0705 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with ShebaMany of us are runners- newbies and intermediates. This one’s for all of you. Running is free and you should enjoy it. But here’s how you can do it without injuring yourself.
2019-09-2506 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with Sheba- Curb your period cravingsIt’s not odd to crave specific food items before and during your period time. I’m talking about what happens to your body hat triggers the craving and how you can face it!
2019-08-2904 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with Sheba - Getting over your gym phobiaOh the fears we have when we think of getting to a gym! Is it just you and me? Nah! There’s a whole lot of us. I’m talking about how to over come gym phobia and start off your fitness journey!
2019-08-2104 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitBits with Sheba - The secret to losing weight!Everyone wants to know the secret. I've got interesting tips and a super happy news that's going to make you kick start your fitness lifestyle in style!
2019-04-2304 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitBits with Coach Sheba - How to lose your arm fat?Not really arm fat! Im talking about spot reduction and how you can achieve an aesthetic body! Let me know what you think!
2019-04-1005 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitBits - How much is too much or too less workout?Often we winder why the workout felt easy or too much. Its just got to do with how you manage your weights as against your work capacity. Listen to this episode to know more!
2019-04-0309 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitBits - 5 ways to energize yourself this summer!This is the first episode of the brand new FitBits segment. Im so exicted to be sharing quick tips on health and fitness related topics. Let me know you guys think!!
2019-03-3004 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with Dr. Vijay KumarDr. Vijay is an experienced Pediatrician and an ardent runner. I'm in conversation with him on physical and mental health of children and breaking some common myths that people still believe. He shares some interesting insights and important guidelines on ensuring a better life for the children of today!
2019-03-1622 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with Girija VenkatesanA very happy women's day to all thr women oit there! This episode ia special cos im in conversation with my inspiration - Girija. You gotto listen to know what I mean. Get inspired guys! Cheers!
2019-03-0915 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with Jaya - yoga, strength and healthy lifeJaya, an experienced yoga instructor, is in conversation with me on the goodness of yoga and how to combine yoga and strength training for weight management.
2019-03-0232 min
FITtalk with coach ShebaNutrition and weight loss with Jyotsna JohnNEW PODCAST EPISODE ALERT
This topic is another of everyone's favorites - nutrition. It's both overrated and misunderstood all at the same time. So, I'm in conversation with Jyotsna from The Unit, who's a strength and conditioning coach and holds a nutrition certification. She threw some interesting insights on basic nutrition and how we can sustain a healthy eating plan for life.
Listen to us discuss the most relevant nutrition topics and let us know what you think.
2019-02-2326 minFITtalk with coach ShebaWomen's Health and more with Dr. Wahida SureshEverything that women need to understand- from PCOS, working out during periods to the importance of strength training, we're discussing all of it and more!
2019-02-0228 minFITtalk with coach ShebaHealthy inside and out - FitTalk with Dr. ShraddhaI'm in conversation with Dr. Shraddha, a consultant Dermatologist. She's an MD, DNB and PHD, and has a fellowship in aesthetic medicine in American Academy of anti-aging medicine.
2019-01-2629 min2019-01-1900 minFITtalk with coach Sheba"Heart of the matter"-in dialogue with Dr. Arasi MaranDr. Maran, an interventional cardiologist, talks to me about a healthy heart, healthy eating plans and a healthy life.
2019-01-1930 minFITtalk with coach ShebaFitTalk with Sheba & Dr. EdelIm chatting with Dr. edel on lifestyle condtions auch as diabetes, PCoS, healthy eating, and of course strength training.
2019-01-131h 03