Bombay Times Life.Styled Club gave Friendship Day (August 1) a refreshing twist by bringing together fitness enthusiasts for a unique aqua fitness session. The event was packed with movement, laughter and energy as attendees took to the pool for a session led by fitness and longevity coach Khyati Kanjani. Combining strength, endurance and mobility, the workout offered a refreshing alternative to conventional fitness routines, while interactive games and team challenges added a fun, competitive element.‘It’s so much fun that you almost forget you were exercising’Among those enjoying the session was Marita Monteiro, a lifestyle influencer, who saw the event as an opportunity to get back on track with her fitness goals. She said, “I’ve been looking to revamp my lifestyle and get back into fitness. This felt like the perfect push to restart.” Kajal Kothari, an influencer, added, “This was my first session and I absolutely loved it. While you’re in the water, the workout doesn’t feel as strenuous as a regular gym session, but once you step out, your body definitely realises it has worked hard. The games, especially the noodle workout and relay challenges, made it so much fun that you almost forget you were exercising.”
Train without strainExplaining why aqua fitness has been gaining popularity, Khyati said, “The exercises are similar to what you would do on land, but the water significantly reduces the impact on your joints. It makes the workout sustainable in the long run because there’s a much lower risk of injury compared to exercises like squats, lunges or jumps. At the same time, the resistance of water means you’re still getting an effective full-body workout. Beyond the fitness benefits, it’s simply more enjoyable.”This was such a refreshing way to spend a morning. Celebrating Friendship Day like this made it even more special. It never felt like a workout because everyone was having so much fun. We’d definitely do it again– Pari Jain and Hrishita Jain attended the session togetherI’m scared of water and have never been comfortable swimming. My sister encouraged me to come here and face that fear. I enjoyed all forms of workout throughout the session– Roopali Rasam, IT professional
Fitness partner: The Fit Corporate; Location partner: Grand Hyatt Mumbai Hotel & Residences
