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SCMP Reporter

Master Kamal has been studying yoga since he was five and has been a qualified yoga teacher for more than 20 years, specialising in hatha, ashtanga patanjali, raja and kundalini. He conducts classes at all levels in the recently opened Planet Yoga studio in Central, where he is also a director.

Age: 38

Height: 1.65m

Weight: 69kg

Do you work out? Yes, I do.

Where? At home and at the Planet Yoga studio in Central

When? In the morning and evening

How many times a week? I like to keep active every day

Favourite exercise or regimen? I start my day with pranayama [breathing], mantra and meditation at 4.30am for 11/2 hours and some yoga techniques like agni sara [fire-awakening technique] and surynamaskara [sun salutation postures]. And in the evening some basti [sit-ups] and dhandi [push-ups]. along with some intense postures.

Diet - are you a healthy eater? Yes, I eat healthy food. I eat twice a day. Vegetarian, milk, eggs, fruits and protein drink.

Alcohol - do you indulge? No

Do you smoke? No

When is bedtime? 11.30pm

Ever had cosmetic surgery? No. With yoga you can be very fit and healthy in body and mind. Even if you have chronic health problems or sports injuries, they can heal naturally by doing yoga. It is a great art of living happy, healthy and peacefully. It is safe for all ages.

Favourite sport? Martial arts and gymnastics

Health tip? Be positive. Be happy. Be God-conscious. Be a vegetarian. Live in the moment. Most of your health problems are due to your worries and anxiety. Do meditation and asana every day. Yoga is the best of the best in increasing your physical, mental, vital, intellectual and spiritual energies. May God bless you.



Master Kamal