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There are no shortcuts to lose weight fast and neither are there any magic hacks that will help you get ripped in a record-breaking time. Both these processes require time, effort and an occasional sweat in the gym, explicates doctor Dishant Malik, who at his heaviest weighed a whopping 130 kgs.

Being a doctor, I believe that it is my moral duty to advise not just my patients but also my friends and family to live a healthy life. But, when I, myself, was not living a fit and healthy lifestyle then what was the entire point of advising /explaining someone the benefits of good health? They wouldnt be convinced by me, he said . I wanted to be their example and not just give examples, he added before revealing the weight loss plan, diet and exercise regime that helped him trim from 130 kgs to 77 kgs in just 18 months.

Dishant followed a very systematic approach to weight loss, keeping the below point in mind.

1. "Stay motivated - Cultivating a positive mindset is one of the most important things to achieve any target or goal in life and weight loss is no exception to that. Since I knew I have a tendency to gain weight very easily, I kept reminding myself to not fall short on effort to lose weight.

2. Focus on what matters - Being focused on a particular target is of paramount importance too. There were days when I didn't feel like going to gym or follow my diet or even give into a late night sugar craving, whenever such a scenario arrived, Id look at my old pictures to realise and remember that I cannot lose focus at all.

3. Follow a proper schedule - I followed a proper training session along with a proper diet plan. Id also evaluate my progress every month. It proved to be a great source of inspiration.

4. Say a BIG no to cheating - Don't cheat on this plan, period (it will only do one thing hamper your progress).

I followed a low-calorie diet plan to shed my bodys excess fat in a healthy manner. Some of the low-calorie foods that I absolutely swear by are: almonds, peanuts, walnuts, oats, eggs (mostly boiled) and salads. But on a daily basis, this is what my diet plan comprised:

Breakfast: 2 slices of brown bread with peanut butter OR boiled eggs with 50 gms oats and 200 ml double-toned milk

Lunch: Brown rice + 200 gms boiled chicken breast OR boiled eggs and salad

Dinner: A salad made from red/yellow /green bell peppers + 1 small cucumber + broccoli, half a lemon + 1 bowl of pulses/ 200 gms boiled chicken

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I worked out for 3-4 days in a week. This exercise regime included a combination of weight training and cardio. Initially, I focussed only on cardio and high intensity interval training (HIIT) routines. They helped me lose weight but at the same time, I also dropped a significant amount of muscle mass. So, now I follow a good combination of cardio and heavy lifting (compound muscle training) to retain my physique. Besides this routine, I also indulge in kickboxing, yoga and other functional exercises on weekends.

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I have been able to maintain my weight by following a proper schedule and also be evaluating my progress from time to time. It is very important to keep evaluating your progress as no matter how small this progress is, it is A STEP FORWARD a step towards your betterment.

It is said that abs are not made in the gym, they are made in the kitchen. Hence, I strongly believe that diet is the most important part of any fitness regime. Losing weight is not easy, it takes effort and discipline. But if you are motivated and willing to take that extra step, nothing can stop you.

Disclaimer: The diet and workout routines shared by the respondents may or may not be approved by diet and fitness experts. GQ India doesn't encourage or endorse the weight loss tips & tricks shared by the person in the article. Please consult an authorised medical professional before following any specific diet or workout routine mentioned above.

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