Rishikesh Kumar, Founder of Xtraliving

Over the last few decades in India, there have been major changes to family structures due to the current nature of the business world. Families have been negatively impacted by increasing work hours, increased demands from employers for higher levels of production and productivity, and the need for constant access to digital media. As a result, many families are forced to put off decisions relating to their physical health and only address them after experiencing fatigue or injury, and/or seeing or reading about the effects of being unhealthy.

For working professionalsfinding ways to fit physical activity into their lifestyle and eating habits is no longer the primary challenge. The real difficulty lies in creating a culture of health within the home and encouraging other family members to develop or sustain healthy habits. For many professionalsa typical day will consist of sitting for long periods of time, limited mobility or physical movement, consuming foods at irregular times and experiencing psychological stress to work that may extend well beyond the workday. These patterns affect family routines, children’s habits, and even the health of senior parents. When a parent comes home tired, they often skip exercise, eat in a rush, and disrupt their sleep. Eventually, this lifestyle becomes the new normal for the entire family. Functional wellness recognizes this fact and provides solutions that are not age-specific and do not require drastic changes.

Movement for working professionals has to be efficient and effective. It has to reverse the negative effect of sitting, correct posture, and sustain strength without consuming too much time. For children in such households, movement often mirrors what they see at home. When parents prioritise regular physical activity, children naturally stay more active. Teenagers, who face academic pressure and long study hours, need structured activity that supports focus and emotional balance. Elder family members require gentle movement to stay mobile and independent. When families move together in ways suited to each age, health becomes a shared value rather than a personal task.

Nutrition is another area where corporate lifestyles have made things complicated. Professionals tend to eat at unusual times, have fast food, and forego breaks. This habit impacts energy, focus, and overall health. Children in these households tend to develop such eating patterns, while seniors can have difficulty with meals that do not support their nutritional requirements. Functional nutrition emphasizes regularity over perfection. Balanced meals based on work patterns will help maintain consistent energy and curb the need for processed meals. When households grasp the role of food in their functioning and recovery, healthier habits become simpler to maintain.

Recovery is where most working professionals struggle. The combination of notifications, late nights, and the mental burden of daily activities adds to the difficulties in getting enough sleep. Getting enough sleep improves a person’s ability to make decisions, control their emotions, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Furthermore, children and young adults will also be impacted by having unstructured schedules. Seniors may experience rigidity and poor sleep due to a lack of activity and ongoing stress within the home environment. Recovery can be achieved by changing sleep patterns, relaxation techniques, and appropriate use of downtime. It also brings emotional calm into the family, which is often missing in high pressure work cultures.

Personalised wellness has become essential in today’s sedentary corporate world because generic advice no longer works. A senior executive, a young professional, a school-going child, and an elderly parent all face different physical demands. A better understanding of personal movement patterns, nutrition requirements, and recovery abilities means that families can make informed decisions that are attainable. Progress is essential in building trust and consistency, which is vital for long-term success.

At Xtralivingwe are grounded in the desire to help working professionals and their families achieve optimal health without requiring an interruption in their busy lives. We understand the value of functional movement, nutrition, and recovery methods that can be adapted to a busy lifestyle. Through our assessments and measurable results, we empower individuals to better understand their bodies and make progressive improvements. When working professionals choose to invest in their healththey are, in fact, investing in the health of their families as well. This, in turn, instills a culture of health that helps build performance at work, home, and in the years to come.