HOW WE STAY IN SHAPE

From yoga to running or swimming, these eight women are living proof that you have to move it to lose it.

“I swim laps and run around my neighbourhood a few times a week. When I’m at home, I try to do static exercises, like flutter kicks, hamstring stretches and side bends.”

– Hayley Pereira, 27, advancement and communications executive.

“I stay in shape by running, swimming, walking and hiking. I’m currently training for my first full marathon, so I’m working out a bit more than usual.”

– Amutha Saravanan, 31, managing director.

“I attend a dance class a few times a month. Dancing is such an energising workout. Once in a while, I also do yoga and barre, which I find really conditions my body and keeps my muscles supple and toned.”

– Amanda Chia, 41, designer.

“Twice a week, I attend a Bodystep class at the gym. This is a high-intensity cardiovascular workout that builds stamina and burns fat. On days when I don’t go to the gym, I do weightless lower-body exercises at home, like squats, lunges and leg lifts.”

– Duanne Kahlenberg, 29, administrative executive.

“For a long time, I stayed fit and fiexible through yoga, that was until I discovered aerial yoga. It’s a lot more challenging and so much more fun.”

– Katie Kwok, 32, wedding consultant.

“To make sure I work all my main muscle groups, I alternate between yoga, barre and weight training, which keep me lean and toned.”

– Florence Fauls, 41, stayat- home mum.

“Yoga is my favourite way to stay in shape. I’ve been practising it for about three years now and go four times a week. It helps a lot with my strength and flexibility, and really clears my head after a manic day.”

– Jo Wong, 36, packaging manager.

“I run two or three times a week. It’s the best fat-burning exercise ever and I can do it anywhere – at a park, on a treadmill or around my neighbourhood. I don’t need any fancy equipment either, just a pair of good running shoes.”

– Sabrina Hsu, 31, property manager.