<ul><li>Only 0.2% of India's population, approximately 50 lakh people, are engaged in gym activities, according to data shared by Nithin Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha.</li><li>Kamath emphasized the importance of strength training, particularly for older adults, as it becomes critical for maintaining health and an active lifestyle.</li><li>He mentioned that exercise, including strength training, is proven to be effective in delaying death, preventing cognitive and physical decline.</li><li>Kamath encouraged the use of open-air gyms and alternative exercises like yoga or free-hand exercises such as push-ups, pull-ups, squats, and crunches, to promote strength training and overall health.</li></ul>

Zerodha's Nithin Kamath shares data on the 'gym membership adoption rate in India

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