Real-life weight loss stories often have a direct connection to people. Having a tough time starting your weight loss regime? Here is an inspiring journey to help you develop a healthy lifestyle.

Everybody’s weight loss journey is different. Every person has a unique reason for starting this new chapter that calls for both physical and mental engagement, along with an inspiring story to tell. Siddharth Shinde has a similar story, a story that many people might relate to. He said, “The biggest motivation behind my weight loss journey was my family and friends especially my best friend turned trainer and mentor, Puneet Rao. He is the main reason what I am today.”

Here is Siddharth Shinde’s inspiring story of weight loss and how he lost 50 kgs by cutting sugar for 1.5 year:

How Much Did You Lose in How Many Days?

I lost over 50 kgs within 360 days and body fat From 61.6 % To Under 10%

What Was Your Weight Loss Diet And Routine?

• Early morning after I woke up at 5 AM: 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with one glass of warm water.
• Breakfast (7.30 AM): 5 egg whites with my protein smoothie
• Snacks (11 AM): 2 pcs of kiwi
• Lunch 1.30 PM: 150 gms of boiled chicken breast, 100 gsm of brown rice and 100 gms of cucumbers.
• Snacks (4 PM): 2 pcs of kiwi, 10 almonds and a protein shake.
• Dinner (7 PM): 100 gms of boiled chicken breast, 100 gsm of brown rice and 100 gms of cucumbers.

Did You Completely Cut Down on Sugar?

Yes, I completely cut sugar for 1.5 years.

Did You Have Cheat Meals?

I never had any cheat meals during my weight loss journey, even while my trainer suggested I occasionally give in to that craving.

What is One Rule That You Abide by For Losing Weight?

Discipline and consistency is the key.

What Was One Thing That Worked Best For You?

Planning and executing my goals even being a food safety officer in UAE Dubai. Despite having a hectic schedule, I still managed to set my goals & achieve them with discipline and a consistent work routine.

One Challenge That You Faced And How Did You Overcome it?

I gave up and quit attending the gym when I first started my weight loss journey. I informed Puneet that I couldn’t. After that, he asked me where I wanted to see myself in five years. Is it healthy or not? That’s what set me off, and I never looked back.

Is There a Weight Loss Myth That You Got to Know About During Your Journey?

You need to be patient during your weight loss journey and understand that there is no shortcut to lose weight.

India.com decided to bring Real-Life Weight Loss stories for our readers which will inspire you to finally sign up for that gym membership or start making yoga an active part of your lifestyle. If you have an incredible weight loss story that inspires people to stay healthy, drop a mail at – Jigyasa.Sahay@India.com