She lost 18 kilos at home, without a gym. Her secret is very simple and going viral
Aryaa's approach wasn't built on crash diets or punishing routines. Instead, she relied on structure, simplicity, and sustainability. She began by calculating her Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)—a metric that helps determine daily calorie needs—using a simple ChatGPT prompt. From there, she designed a routine that combined mindful eating with efficient training.
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One of her key food strategies was portion-balancing. Aryaa recommends dividing your plate as follows: 40% protein, 30% fibre, 20% carbs, and 10% healthy fats. 'No cutting, just balancing,' she emphasised in her post, making it clear that restrictive eating isn't the solution—awareness and moderation are.
Weight training
In terms of workouts, Aryaa, in a separate post, revealed that her training required nothing more than two dumbbells. 'I started with 2.5 kg, then switched to 5 kg,' she shared. Her routine involved strength training four times a week, cardio twice, and daily walks—a well-rounded mix designed to burn fat while building muscle. And if you're wondering about discipline, she admits that it will be difficult at first, but consistency, according to her, is the key.
Calorie tracking
She also stressed the importance of calorie tracking—but only for awareness, not obsession. 'Do it for just 7 days to understand your intake,' Aryaa advised, encouraging followers to treat tracking as a learning tool rather than a rigid rule.
Mental health for weight loss
Journaling for mental health. (Pic credit- istock. Image used for representative purpose only)
The influencer didn't stop at just food and fitness. In a holistic twist, she touched upon the role of mental health in weight loss. Her advice? Journal, meditate, and practice gratitude—simple practices that can regulate hormones and reduce stress-induced cravings.
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