Weight loss story: “Protein was a major part of my diet and I did a combination of strength and HIIT training to lose 13 kilos”

T. Komal had to work hard to make fitness her career. After the devastating loss of her husband, she brought herself back up and did everything to achieve her goals. And now, besides having transformed herself, she has helped change several other lives. She believes in consistency and advises people to avoid setting unrealistic goals. Most importantly, a healthy lifestyle is key to attaining a fit physique. Here’s a glimpse into her weight loss journey:

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Name: T. Komal (komalfit)

Occupation: Fitness and Nutrition consultant

Age: 30 yrs

Height: 5'4

City: Jamshedpur

Highest weight recorded: 65kgs

Weight lost: 13kg

Duration it took me to lose weight: 9 months

I have always wanted to be fit since my teenage years. I started my journey at the age of 23. It was always on and off. When I got married to my late husband and moved to Dubai, it was the turning point of my life. He supported my passion to make my fitness my profession. I completed many fitness courses. But after a few months of moving to the city, I got news of his death. It was a very traumatic phase in my life. But I chose to not give up. I kept working on my goal and today fitness has become my profession, following which I have helped transform thousands of people throughout the world. I have successfully created my own fitness transformation website www.komalfit.com and reached out to many people through my social media (komal_fit).

My breakfast: 2 egg white with spinach and protein smoothie

My lunch: Paneer veggies and rice.

My dinner: Daliya khichdi with salad

Pre-workout meal: Yogurt, fruits

Post- workout meal: Egg white and protein shake

I indulge in (What you eat on your cheat days): Biryani, gulab jamun

Low-calorie recipes I swear by: My all time favourite healthy and low calorie recipe is quinoa salad. Mix lettuce, strawberry, sprouts, pomegranate, tofu, 2 spoon boiled quinoa and enjoy.

I prefer to workout 6 days a week. I indulge in a combination of strength training, HIIT/Circuit, core training and some isolated movements .

Do not set unrealistic goals in the beginning, don’t go for quick results. Go for sustainability and be consistent. Take it as a lifestyle change for good and for your entire life.

How do I stay motivated?: I take it as my daily routine. You don't need motivation to follow your daily routine like brushing your teeth, taking a shower, having breakfast etc. Similarly, doing workout and eating healthy is my daily routine.

How do you ensure you don’t lose focus?: I watch my progress in the mirror and speak to myself that it took years to get here. Don’t ever give up on your hard work. You have to go a long way.

I always wanted to look fabulous no matter what I wear but when I was overweight. My clothes did not fit well with bulges coming out and asymmetric proportions. I was disappointed. I wanted to lose extra fat and I did it. I transformed myself and many other women too.

What was the lowest point for you? When my husband died it was the biggest challenge for me. Being in a small town and doing something in Fitness i faced so many hurdles from society . But I never care about it. Now I am successfully running my fitness website. And helping many people from worldwide to get them into shape.

What shape do you see yourself 10 years down the line?: The same shape I am in currently. I am happy with where I have reached and plan to hold on to it .

No alcohol, no toxic substances, only healthy food, 8 hrs of sleep and learn to plan your meals ahead of time.

Lessons learnt from weight loss: You look more younger than ever !

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These views are not generic in nature. Weight loss results vary for individuals and the views shared in this article offer no guarantee of specific results. The content is not intended in any way as a substitute for professional advice.