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Malaika Arora shares 7 chinese movements to feel younger and lighter in just 2 minutes| Watch video

The 51-year-old fitness icon swears by this quick flow of exercises, inspired by Chinese practices, to release stiffness, boost energy, and improve flexibility.

September 29, 2025 / 17:52 IST
Malaika Arora shows how a two-minute sequence of “Chinese movements” can ease stiffness, improve posture, and enhance energy flow. (Image: malaikaaroraofficial/instagram)

Malaika Arora shows how a two-minute sequence of “Chinese movements” can ease stiffness, improve posture, and enhance energy flow. (Image: malaikaaroraofficial/instagram)


Bollywood icon Malaika Arora has gained recognition for her health, elegance, and vibrant spirit. At 51, she keeps motivating her fans with practices that combine power, suppleness, and awareness. She shared on Instagram a quick routine she relies on — a group of "7 Chinese Movements" that she claims can make you feel a decade younger and 5 kilos lighter in just 120 seconds.

What Are These "7 Chinese Movements"?

Malaika explained in her post that these exercises aim to ease stress, boost flexibility, and get lymph flowing. She believes that even brief conscious movement can help loosen stiffness, stretch the body, and bring back a sense of vitality.



Wearing matching workout clothes, she showed the whole sequence, which includes:

  • Neck circles and shoulder stretches to relax tightness and straighten posture
  • Spine twists that loosen the back and decrease stiffness
  • Arm circles and shoulder raises to widen the chest and get the blood flowing
  • Bends at the waist and stretches to the side for a core with more give
  • Circles with the hips and tilts of the pelvis to ease up the lower back and hips
  • Stretches and kicks of the legs to wake up the lower body and steady your footing
  • Full-body flow movements that combine everything boosting relaxation and energy flow
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The Inspiration & Benefits

Malaika calls them "Chinese movements," which appear to draw from Qigong or Tai Chi — old practices focusing on soft fluid exercises that help balance energy and improve overall health. While she emphasizes benefits such as feeling more youthful, lighter, and flexible, the underlying science relates to improving blood circulation, easing muscle tension, and helping lymph drainage.

She also stresses that regularity is key. Although a single session won't transform you, gradually increasing your energy and flexibility by incorporating short, deliberate movements into your daily routine can help.

How to Include Them in Your Daily Routine
To avoid straining your muscles, start with a mild warm-up.

Go slowly and mindfully, paying attention to your posture and breathing.

Combine with other mild exercises like yoga, stretching, or walking.

Keep going; even a short daily effort can yield significant results.

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FAQs on 7 Chinese Movements Exercise:

1. What are the primary benefits?
They ease stress, boost flexibility, and improve lymph flow, making you feel younger and lighter.

2. How often should I do these exercises?
Regularity is key. Even a short daily effort can yield significant results.

3. Can beginners do these movements?
Yes, start slowly and mindfully, paying attention to your posture and breathing.

4. Do I need any equipment?
No, these exercises can be done without any equipment.

5. How long does the routine take?
The entire sequence takes just 120 seconds.

6. Is there a specific time to do these exercises?
They can be incorporated into any part of your day, as per your convenience.

7. Can they be combined with other exercises?
Yes, they can be combined with other mild exercises like yoga, stretching, or walking.

Manjiri Patil
first published: Sep 29, 2025 05:52 pm

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