40 plus rockstars and their fitness fundas

RUPAM ISLAM
MAINTENANCE METER — 8/10
BAND: Fossils
AGE: 41
CONCERN: Weight and swollen face
ON FITNESS: It's very important to stay fit, though I'm just not worried about how I look. A fitness regimen for me is a must as I usually do high-voltage shows.
WHAT I DO: Since my triglyceride levels are high, I don't have red meat more than once a month. That apart, I try to walk 5 km on the treadmill between 7.30 pm and 8.30 pm. Though I can't do it religiously every day, I exercise as and when I can. My trainer comes home before my shows to help me out with stretchings. He also gives me a body massage.

SILAJIT MAJUMDER
MAINTENANCE METER 7/10
BAND: Silajit Live
AGE: 49
CONCERN: Oily skin
ON FITNESS: I've never paid much importance to how I look as I'm pretty confident about it. Am I not good-looking, anyway? What matters to me when I am on stage is if I can do a show comfortably and if the sound arrangement is good.
WHAT I DO: Happiness is a virtue. To keep myself happy, I paint a lot, bathe quite a few times every day and thrive on love. Yes, at times, the earlobes feel oily and I keep washing them as that takes a toll on my confidence.

SIDHU
MAINTENANCE METER 5.5/10
BAND: Cactus
AGE: 44
CONCERN: Weight
ON FITNESS: A performer needs to look good on stage.Reason why I keep experimenting with my hairstyle every now and then. That boosts your morale too.
WHAT I DO: Though I keep making resolutions to give up on rice, I have not been able to do so fully. I am a foodie. But I go for strolls regularly and during summer, I swim in the mornings. I have come to believe that fitness is a way of life.

ANINDYA CHATTOPADHYAY
MAINTENANCE METER 6/10
BAND: Chandrabindoo
AGE: 45
CONCERN: Receding hairline
ON FITNESS: To feel young, I mingle with a lot of youngsters. I never wear OTT clothes and just go with the flow. I strongly believe that a performer can charm with his personality. That comprises 70% of the enigma around him. The rest 30% is about how you behave. When Pankaj Kapur is on stage, all eyes are on him.
WHAT I DO: To keep myself happy, I have plenty of sweets. Earlier, I used to go for regular strolls and would even do yoga. Now, I have less carbs and eat moderate meals.

SURAJIT CHATTERJEE
MAINTENANCE METER 6/10
BAND: Bhoomi
AGE: 48
CONCERN: Paunch
ON FITNESS: When you are on stage, you are already on an elevated platform, which sets you apart from the crowd. Reason why a performer should be careful about how he looks. I think costumes too play an important part. Also, it's important to emote while singing and not keep a long face. It's time we are no longer casual about it.
WHAT I DO: When I feel I'm growing a paunch, I stay away from fried food. Also, I exercise four days a week. It comprises walking, free-hand exercises and yoga. From May 1, I'm planning to join a gym.