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5 fitness tips that make Virat Kohli the G.O.A.T of all seasons

Virat Kohli may have hung his bat in the test series format, but he continues to be a beacon of inspiration for fitness enthusiasts around the world
5 fitness tips that make Virat Kohli the G.O.A.T of all seasons
Sabrina Mathews
Sabrina Mathews
Assistant Editor
50 days ago
May 12, 2025, 11:10 PM IST
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It wouldn't be wrong to consider cricket a religion in India. If cricket is the sanctum sanctorum of all sports in the country, there are bound to be some exalted figures, too. Virat Kohli is undoubtedly one of them. Virat Kohli is a sports icon extraordinaire, but today he is making headlines for different reasons. He took to Instagram on May 12, 2025 to share his retirement from the test format after his decorated 14-year career. Although the sporting legend walks away from this aspect of cricket, he hasn't said goodbye to cricket altogether. 

 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli)

For a career in cricket, the sporting star has devoted much of his time to a fitness routine to keep him at the best of his game. He continues to tell an inspirational tale for an active and healthy life, even as one part of his cricket journey comes to an end. As a tribute to his stellar cricketing career, HELLO! India draws inspiration from his life on and off the field as a fitness icon. 

4 FITNESS TIPS INSPIRED BY VIRAT KOHLI

1. Running like nobody's watching:

To carry out long hours of play on the field, professional cricket players require a great deal of stamina. Running is the most effective form of excessive to increase stamina, musculoskeletal strength, improve heart health and keep the mind healthy. Whether he's on the field or on the treadmill, King Kohli is an inspiration to keep running. 

 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli)

2. Never skip leg day: 

In addition to great stamina for a great run, you need great legs. Muscular strength in the lower body is essential for Virat Kohli to be at the top of his game. To nobody's surprise, he never misses leg day. His leg days include everything from goblet squats to leg press to strengthen his glutes, hamstrings, and calves and engage the core. 

 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli)

3. Consistency is key: 

"Every day is a chance to be better," said nobody else but Virat Kohli himself when he shared a video of himself doing a clean and jerk, a complex and technical weightlifting technique that required intense skill and strength. It is a full-body workout that increases strength with its explosive power and improved athletic performance that can only be achieved with perseverance from regular practice. 

 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli)

4. Follow a balanced workout routine

Beyond his century runs, Virat Kohli is the master of balancing the art of weight training and a good cardio workout. On Instagram, it is easy to spot him training beyond the fundamentals of cricket by engaging in workouts that work on his agility and overall strength in equal measures. 

 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli)

5. Eat healthy (and not just food): 

It is important to follow healthy habits. A balanced diet is essential to provide useful nutrients is essential for regular rigorous workouts. Virat Kohli sustains his body on healthy meals with adequate protein, fibre and mineral content. But he doesn't just feed his body with healthy food, but also his mind with healthy thoughts. Family time and rest often keep his mind healthy too. 

 
 
 
 
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A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli)

Whether on or off the field after delivering a career that many aspire to achieve a quarter of, it's certain without a reasonable doubt that Virat Kohli is a G.O.A.T for all reasons and seasons. 

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