Shilpa Shetty Kundra operates traditional chakki during Rajasthan trip: 'What a workout!'

Shilpa Shetty Kundra

It's no secret that Shilpa Shetty Kundra is a fitness enthusiast and finds workout material in day-to-day activities as well. Recently, during her trip to Rajasthan, the actor discovered how the traditional chakki is an effective form of workout that benefits different parts of the body.

On Monday, Shilpa Shetty took to her social media handle to share a video of her trying her hand at the traditional chakki. The first part of the video featured a local lady operating the chakki with ease. After that, Shilpa tried her hand at it and shared her experience. "During my recent visit to Rajasthan, when I saw a chakki, I knew I had to do it. And, oh my God! What a workout! No wonder the Chakki Chalasana strengthens the arms, improves digestion, stimulates the reproductive organs, and increases the flexibility of the back & hamstring muscles. (Going back to your roots and working the actual chakki also gives you immense respect for the people who do it regularly)."

She further warned netizens to not do the activity if they have pre-existing health complications. "Make sure to avoid practicing this asana if you have back pain, suffer from slip-disc, and during pregnancy. Have you ever worked on a chakki before? Let me know in the comments below!"

Reacting to the video, several people hailed the actress for highlighting the use of the traditional chakki. "Yes ma'am this is a very tough workout but my nani told me that they had to do this even when she was pregnant," read a comment.

Another comment read, "This is the hardest I feel in all actives".

Another user shared, "Iska naam hai gatti".

Shilpa Shetty honoured with Champions of Change 2023 award:

The charismatic actress and fitness enthusiast was honoured with the 'Champions of Change 2023' award recently in Maharashtra. Sharing the pictures and video, Shilpa wrote a note of gratitude in the caption:

"Immensely grateful and honoured to be awarded the ‘Champions of Change 2023' award by Hon'ble Justice K.G. Balakrishnan and Hon'ble Justice Gyan Sudha Misra ji in Maharashtra. As a #ProudIndian, I take immense pride in my work and feel humbled that I can play catalyst in a small, positive way through entertainment or awareness for one's health & wellness. Thank you for the acknowledgment, Nandan Jha (@nandan5664) ji. It's all this love and appreciation that motivates me to do better. This one's for my audiences."

The Champions of Change Awards is Asia's Premiere Award for promoting social service, social development, education, innovation, sports and culture. It is a nonprofit organisation.