Build Functional Strength with Tagda Raho

It was an absolute honor to coach the legendary Jonty Rhodes. It shows that this traditional Indian workout is for everyone, from absolute beginners to world-class athletes. His humility and willingness to learn was truly inspiring.

Worried about lifting heavy weights or this being only an upper-body workout? Let me clear that up. We start with weights as light as 1.8kg and focus on skill first. Our movements are designed for full-body strength, including a lot of fun lower body work.

My own journey has been humbling. I started struggling with a 3kg mudgar and have slowly worked my way up to 12kg. This is proof that with patience and consistency, you can discover a strength you never knew you had.

What does being 'Tagda' mean to me? It's a discipline for my body and mind. It's showing up on good days and tough ones, crushing my ego, and moving with my mind, body, and soul in a state of flow.

Here you can see the union of mind and muscle. The mudgar movements become a symphony, a dance that builds a deep connection with your body. It’s a liberating feeling that I want to share with you.

Are you still tracking progress on the weighing scale? Let's shift our focus. Real progress is feeling exercises get easier, recovering faster, and noticing your clothes fit differently. It's time to ditch the scale and look at the bigger picture.

Who says you can't be strong and graceful? Here I am swinging a 9kg gada in a saree. This movement is about embracing your power and breaking stereotypes, all while celebrating our beautiful culture.