Rakul Preet Singh Recalls Painful Gym Injury After 80 Kg Deadlift Says It Caused Her Slip Disc 40 Days Of Bed Rest

Rakul Preet Singh opened up about one of the most challenging phases of her life while appearing with husband Jackky Bhagnani on Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi’s talk show Double Date, recalling how a workout decision led to a serious injury.

The actor shared that she suffered a severe lower back injury after attempting an 80 kg deadlift without wearing a safety belt, something she normally never skips. Reflecting on the incident, Rakul said, “No matter what your trainer tells you, deadlift is the worst exercise to do. It’s an ego lift.”

She explained that while she usually trained with proper support, that day she chose to go without a belt. “That one mistake caused me a slip disc and 40 days of bed rest,” she said.

Beyond the physical pain, Rakul admitted the emotional toll was just as difficult. Used to an active and independent lifestyle, she struggled with suddenly relying on others for even basic tasks. “It was not only a physical injury, it was affecting me mentally too. It was a mental mess up because I was going through a physical turmoil,” she shared. She added, “Suddenly, I was not able to do anything, and that really triggers you.”

During this period, she credited Jackky for being her constant support system. “It’s very important that your partner supports you at that point, and that was Jackky’s biggest contribution when I was injured. He was there for me,” she said.

Her injury led to intense pain, restricted movement and nerve-related complications, forcing her to eventually take complete rest before gradually resuming work.

Looking back, Rakul’s experience stands as a reminder of the importance of listening to one’s body and never compromising on safety during workouts, no matter how experienced one is.

Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani tied the knot on February 21, 2024, in a beautiful, intimate wedding in Goa, celebrating both Anand Karaj and Sindhi traditions. The couple, who had been in a relationship since around 2021, opted for a close-knit ceremony attended by family and friends.

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