Samantha Ruth Prabhu reveals fitness goals for 2022; nails deadlifts with squats in new video

New Delhi: Gone are the days when people would only turn to bodybuilders and models for fitness inspiration – actors and actresses are no less these days when one can turn to them not just for workouts but also for nutrition-related advice. An absolute fitness enthusiast, most recently actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu won over her fans by sharing a new video of herself performing deadlifts with squats. The actress, who relies on yoga and high-intensity training on a daily basis to maintain the wow factor in her physique, often shares snippets from her routine thereby motivating her followers to stick to a healthier lifestyle.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Instagram handle helps fans navigate through her fitness journey where she many times demonstrates complicated yoga asanas and aces them quite effortlessly. This time, her post won a million hearts not just because of the intense exercise she demonstrated but also because she shared her fitness goals for the year through the caption.

“Strong body. Stronger mind. 2022-23 is going to be the most physically demanding and challenging time for me. Bringing it. One step at a time,” she captioned her video.

How Samantha Ruth Prabhu aced deadlifts with squats

The new video from the actress’s fitness diaries witnesses her taking weights off the rack, stretching her arms above her head holding the weights, and then lifting them above her head. Under the supervision of her trainer Junaid Shaikh, she was seen performing the intense exercise – deadlifts plus squats.

What are the benefits of deadlifts and squats?

While deadlifts fall under the advanced workouts category, squats are one of the most versatile and common cardio workouts that most people rely on for a stronger and more toned lower body. This exercise, across its forms, helps strengthen the muscles of the lower body – legs, thighs and calves, and the glutes.

Deadlifts, on the other hand, have the following health benefits to offer:

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.