Functional Strength and Bodyweight Training
I don't just teach yoga. I build bodies that can handle the messiness of life. Here is how I use movement to gain strength and stability.
Here I am adding a 10kg plate to my Mayurasana (Peacock Pose) practice. This advanced variation significantly increases the challenge on my arm and core strength.
My workout partner and I doing core drills at the gym. Working out with a friend makes challenging exercises like weighted sit ups and squats more fun and motivating.
A glimpse into my strength training routine at the gym. I incorporate exercises like pull ups and TRX rows to build upper body and back strength, which complements my yoga practice.
A tribute to strong women everywhere. This video shows a powerful flow of tiger pushups, a challenging variation that builds strength in the arms, chest, and core.
Here are two of my favorite cable leg workouts. These exercises, including cable squats and lunges, are fantastic for building lower body strength and stability.
You can practice yoga anywhere. Here I am using a gym bench to assist with an extended puppy pose, a creative way to get a deep heart opening stretch.
A playful moment at the gym. As a yoga teacher, I find opportunities to stretch everywhere, here using a cable machine for a standing backbend.
About this collection
I often get asked if yoga is enough. While it is the heart of my practice, I believe in mixing it up. Whether we are using weighted plates in a Mayurasana progression or hitting the cable machines for functional leg day, we are just finding better ways to support your body. My goal is to make sure you feel capable in your daily life, not just strong on the mat.
My training isn't about vanity—it’s about longevity and feeling good in your own skin. When I work with clients, we look at where they’re stiff and where they’re weak. If you are a runner dealing with tight hips or a professional spending hours at a desk, simple, focused movements can change everything. We might use TRX rows to open your shoulders or focus on core stability with dead bugs. It’s all abhyaas—consistent, intentional practice.
I bring this training to you, whether we are utilizing your gym’s equipment or just using your body weight at home here in Bengaluru. We start by identifying your specific needs—maybe that’s better squat form or finally mastering an arm balance. Then we work on the progressions, step by step, until the movement feels natural. It’s not about doing 100 reps of something you hate. It’s about building a foundation that helps you move with freedom, ease, and power.
Richa Kumar
I’m Richa. I believe that being strong isn't about how much you can lift, but about how well you can move through your day. My sessions are direct, focused, and always grounded in what your body actually needs right now.
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