Weight loss story: “I had eggs for breakfast and dinner”

18-year-old Chitransh knew it was time to ditch his old habits and unhealthy eating when he faced rejection from his peers. His story is an example that you can achieve everything if you set your mind to it. Read the story to know more

Name: Chitransh Gupta

Occupation: B.A final year student

Age: 18 years

Height: 160 cm

City: Orai

Highest weight recorded: 108 kilos

Weight lost: 40 kilos

Duration it took me to lose weight: It took me 5 months to transform myself.

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For me, obesity hit my self-esteem levels. I faced embarrassment, shame and trolling from my friends. They used to sometimes call me or chide me by saying bad words, and keep me out of activities. A lot of it was due to my unhealthy eating habits (I once used to eat just oily food, and now, everything I eat is clean and healthy), but personally, too, it was a lot to deal with.

The feeling of being different and heavy is always there. So, it was after my birthday in July that I kickstarted my journey. By that time, gyms have started to open up after the lockdown so I signed up instantly.

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My breakfast: I used to have a glass of warm water just after waking up. Then, I would go on to have a cup of black coffee with an apple, followed by working out in the gym.

I had my breakfast after coming back from the gym- 6 eggs (5 white+1 whole) with 50 grams oats (made in 250 ml toned milk, topped off with some fruit and 10 almonds).

A while later, I would take any one fruit, with a slice of brown bread and a spoonful of peanut butter.

My lunch: A bowl of arhar ki dal+ soyabean subji/veggies+ 2 whole wheat chapatis+ curd (100 grams)+ salad.

My dinner: For dinner, I usually have 8 eggs (7 whites+ 1 whole) with a serving of salad.

Pre-workout meal: Black coffee+ apple/ brown bread slice.

Post-workout meal: A scoop of whey protein + what I have for breakfast.

I indulge in (What you eat on your cheat days): I didn’t have any cheat meal throughout 2020! I just had my first one on January 01, 2021.

Low-calorie recipes I swear by:

My favourites are fruits and veggies! Whenever I feel hungry, I munch on cucumbers, carrots, fruits (except banana/chikoo), peanuts and dry fruits.

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I workout 6 days a week, reserving Sundays for rest and recovery.

Firstly, I spend time warming myself up with a session of cardio for 15-20 minutes. Then, I do strength training.

Here’s what my routine looks like:

Monday- Chest, abs

Tuesday- Back (doing deadlifts)

Wednesday-Shoulder, legs

Thursday- Arms, biceps and traps.

Friday- Triceps and Abs

Saturday- Legs.

Sunday- Rest.

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Discipline and dedication will take you places. Following a calorie-restricted diet is also crucial to fat loss.

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I stay in the prime shape because of the constant results I have been seeing. Working out in the mornings keeps your energy high through the day. Powerful music while working out in the gym is also motivating.

How do you ensure you don’t lose focus?

I can say this proudly that I ensured I didn’t lose my focus during the transformation- not then, and never in the future. My constant focus has been on my chiselled physique and improved health. I promise to keep up this in the future too.

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I feel that being overweight impacted me personally and slowly, started to impact my studies too. I felt heavy, dull, lethargic all the time. Couldn’t even study well. Finding clothes for your size is also difficult.

What shape do you see yourself 10 years down the line? I want to have a muscular body like athletes too. I also want to look attractive in front of others.

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The changes I have made helped me get to where I am today.

I now walk when I need to cover short distances. I eat clean and healthy now. All my focus is on making myself aware about the latest on health and nutrition.

In fact, it surprises people to see me now. They don’t even recognize me sometimes! Plus, I get to wear the clothes I want without facing any problems.

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The struggle for me was the fact I had to spend so much money on my transformation, even if I didn’t have the amount. That felt depressing sometimes. But I still managed to come through and not let anything stop me from getting to my goals.

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Nothing seems impossible in your life once you align your mind to the same.

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DISCLAIMER

These views are not generic in nature. What worked for the writer may not work for you. So avoid following this article blindly. Find out what works for your body.

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