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Shrenik Avlani

Independent writer, editor

Shrenik Avlani is an independent writer and editor on a long-term break from full-time work. He writes on fitness, lifestyle, leadership and travel. He has co-written a book on fitness, The Shivfit Way: A Comprehensive Functional Fitness Programme. He kills time sleeping, traveling, lecturing, drinking, playing sports and figuring out how to pay his outstanding credit card bill in full. Sometimes, he writes.

ARTICLES BY SHRENIK AVLANI

Taking part in marathons and marquee races can make running an expensive hobby to have. (Unsplash/Quino Al)

Is running still the most affordable sport? It depends on your goal

4 min read . 05:20 PM IST

Padel is challenging enough for players to upgrade their skills and fast enough to ensure a good workout. (iStockphoto)

Say hello to padel, the racquet sport everyone’s playing

6 min read . 09 Jul 2025

The Del Fuego volcano. (Shrenik Avlani)

Travel: Hiking through Guatemala's active volcanoes

6 min read . 06 Jul 2025

Olympic gold medallist runner, Faith Kipyegon, at the Breaking4 event in Paris. (Nike.com)

Why Faith Kipyegon’s attempt at the sub-4-minute mile matters

4 min read . 02 Jul 2025

One of the key physical benefits of yoga is that it helps build strength and flexibility in our bodies. (Unsplash/Oleksandr Skochko)

Can only doing yoga help you lose the pounds?

5 min read . 21 Jun 2025

Popular weighted core exercises include plank dumbbell drags and hanging knee raises with some weight added. (iStockphoto)

Want six-pack abs? Ditch crunches for weighted core exercises

4 min read . 18 Jun 2025

‘There is increased enthusiasm towards fitness and active lifestyle, especially post covid. Fitness, as a culture, is growing’. (istockphoto)

Pickleball is now part of the recruitment offer

4 min read . 16 Jun 2025

Today, there are thousands of influencers and self-proclaimed experts making slickly produced wellness content. (iStockphoyo)

Watch Reels and Shorts for fun, not health advice. Here's why

3 min read . 09 Jun 2025

The zero sugar and diet alternatives of fizzy drinks are high on artificial sugar substitutes like aspartame, which is linked to various metabolic disorders. (Unsplash/QingYu)

Want to recover fast from injury? Quit fizzy drinks and alcohol

4 min read . 02 Jun 2025

The Nike x Hyperice boot (Nike.com )

Clear gels, massage boots, sleep masks, here's hi-tech gear for quick recovery

6 min read . 26 May 2025

P.R. Sreejesh, who recently received the Padma Bhushan, retired after the Paris Olympics in 2024. (PTI)

When athletes decide the right time to retire

7 min read . 24 May 2025

Tirzepatide and semaglutide-based weight loss injectables trigger the glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) hormone in the small intestine. (iStockphoto)

Mounjaro in India: The speed bumps impacting access to weight loss drugs

5 min read . 20 May 2025

For individuals with medical conditions or those recovering from treatment health experts recommend beginning with low-impact activities such as walking, stretching, or light yoga. (Unsplash/Jaspinder Singh)

Want to counter cancer’s side-effects? Get exercising

5 min read . 12 May 2025

80m of burpee broad jumps is one of the exercises that participants must do in a Hyrox race. (Unsplash/Alexandre Ricart)

Pain, persistence and teamwork: What I learnt from my first Hyrox race

6 min read . 07 May 2025

According to research on elite endurance athletes, twice-a-day training can enhance their overall training volume and adaptation without increasing injury risk. (Unsplash/Edgar Antony Ann)

Double Workouts: All you need to know about the twice-a-day fitness routine

5 min read . 28 Apr 2025

People who smoke, are in high stress professions or have a family history of disease should get checkups more frequently. (iStockphoto)

Being fit is not an excuse to skip a health checkup. Here's why

6 min read . 22 Apr 2025

Recreational runners have bought into the idea that carbon shoes can help them get faster and improve their timings. (Unsplash/Miguel A Amutio)

Running shoes review: Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 10 vs Nike Alphafly 3

5 min read . 14 Apr 2025

Wellness retreats offer guests the opportunity to reset and adopt healthier lifestyle habits in a serene environment. (Unsplash/The Anam)

Rest and reboot: The growing appeal of wellness holidays in India

4 min read . 07 Apr 2025

Listening to your body’s natural thirst signals is key in maintaining healthy hydration levels. (Unsplash/Jacek Dylag)

Beat the heat: Why hydration is the best hack to face extreme summers

4 min read . 31 Mar 2025

One of the biggest reasons for conflicting information surrounding food is that interpreting scientific studies accurately can be challenging. (Unsplash/Fotos)

Fad or fact: 10 common nutrition myths busted

5 min read . 27 Mar 2025