Kapha personalities are marked by inertia, endurance and stored energy reserves. They need stimulus to get moving. They are more comfortable playing team sports where they do not have to move a lot. But they can be cajoled to take up more strenuous exercises and once they warm up to it, they start enjoying the activity as their endurance level is high.
They benefit immensely from any aerobic work. Because they can have weight maintenance issues, it is a good idea for Kaphas to engage in high-intensity exercises or sports.
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Kapha Body Type Exercises or activites in Prakrit state:
- Aerobics
- Power Yoga
- Baseball
- Basketball( defense positions initially)
- Football (defense positions initially)
- Hockey ( Back or full-back positions initially)
- Weight training
- Powerlifting
- Cycling
- Jogging
- Skipping
- Kickboxing
- Racquet sports ( doubles initially till muscles get conditioned for a single game)
- Rowing
- Swimming\
Exercises/activities to calm Kapha in an aggravated state:
- Any aerobic workout
- Jogging
- Skipping
- Weight training (quick repetitions)
- Hiking
- Fast cycling
- Mini marathons (slowly built up on time) – As the duration of exercise increases, aggravated Kapha starts normalizing quickly.
Exercises /activities that Kapha personalities should avoid:
- Water sports for long durations which involve getting wet.
- Exposure to cold during any sport or exercise.
- Over-hydration during exercise
Looking for more personalized exercise routines? Explore our guides on Exercises for Pitta Body Type and Exercises for Vata Body Type to find the perfect fit for your unique needs.
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