City: New Delhi (Currently working in Maldives)
Highest weight recorded: 85 kilos
Weight lost: 23 kilos
Duration it took me to lose weight: 13 months
The turning point: Although my "turning point" amuses me now, it did have a lasting impact on me when I was overweight.
I remember, I attended a college reunion. Back then, I used to weigh approximately 80-85 kilos. One of my female friends talked to me and said, "you look exactly like your dad now". This was the time I realized I had to change my look as I had started to look double my age. Take a look at my photos and you woul d believe me!
My breakfast: We have all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. However, I like to tweak my morning meals a little. I usually skip having my breakfast and instead, go for an early lunch at around 11 a.m. This strategy has really worked for me since I have my dinner early too, around 6 p.m. This pattern continues and ensures that I stay in a fasting state for around 16 hours. This has majorly helped me beat obesity. I fast for around 16 hours and all of my energy is derived from stored fat, rather than from the meals I consume. It might not suit others, but my diet plan helped me ditch the flab!
My lunch: I usually have something like 3 boiled eggs or egg whites, grilled chicken, sweet potatoes and a serving of fresh salad.
My dinner: In the evenings, I avoid carbs. However, I stick to brown rice with vegetables or grilled chicken. Salad again is a must-have!
I indulge in (What you eat on your cheat days): I do not believe i n the concept of cheating on my diet. I believe that earned meals are better than cheat meals.
While I do try to avoid sugar, I give in to my chocolate cravings on days. That is what counts as my "cheat meal".
My workout: I work out for two hours, six days a week. One hour is exclusively dedicated to lifting weights. The next hour can be spent doing cardio, Tabata exercise or even HIIT. I also swim for two days a week.
Low-calorie recipes I swear by: Egg whites. I believe anything with egg whites is a low-calorie, protein-rich meal.Fitness secrets I unveiled: I solemnly swear by this and would advise anyone looking to remember this. Consistency and patience are the two most important keywords in a weight watcher's dictionary. The journey can be arduous but there is no denying that you won't get to see the results you desire.How do I stay motivated? Many say that motivation is the most important thing in the journey but if you ask me, discipline is the most importan t thing. Even if I am not really motivated or in the mood, I make sure I hit the gym. It is something I do not miss!How do you ensure you don't lose focus? There is a huge difference between how I used to look and how I look now. I see my old pictures and I feel an instant surge of motivation now. It inspires me to keep working towards my goal and get healthy.
What's the most difficult part of being overweight? I totally think that obesity is the biggest health risk you do not want to afford. Being overweight puts you at risk for a lot of diseases and depletes your productivity. Lethargy becomes a part of life.
What shape do you see yourself 10 years down the line? Ten years down the line, I want to see myself in a leaner, fitter shape and be proud of my look. What are the lifestyle changes you made? I have tried to cut away the sugar from my diet, as much as I can. I also eat on time now, so diet-wise, there have been a lot of differences. What was the lowest point for you? For a long time, I was so overweight, I couldn't see my feet because of my big "belly". Now, I can laugh about it and say that I do have two feet! Lessons learnt from weight loss: Getting six-pack abs are not always the goal. Weight loss is not just about getting ripped or flat but also about overall physical and mental wellness. If you too have a weight loss story to share, send it to us at toi.health1@gmail.com
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