Don’t Stop Trying: How I Lost 50 Kg and Reclaimed My Health — One Sustainable Step at a Time
By Priyanka Sehrawat | Fittr Coach
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The Beginning: When Nothing Seemed to Work
For the longest time, I believed I was doing everything right to lose weight.
- I cut out carbs completely
- Tried one meal a day (OMAD)
- Did fasted cardio religiously
- Took yoga classes
- Joined expensive slimming centres
Yet, after every few weeks, I found myself back at square one — exhausted, frustrated, and disappointed.
So what was going wrong?
The Pattern That Kept Failing Me
Every weight loss attempt followed the same pattern:
- Cut out foods I loved — rice, wheat, sweets — believing they were “bad.”
- Followed extreme diets — usually low-calorie (hypocaloric) plans that were impossible to sustain.
- Watched the scale drop quickly by 7–8 kg.
- Returned to old habits the moment I saw results: bingeing on comfort foods, skipping workouts, being sedentary.
My daily routine had no structure. It included:
🍕 Junk food
🍪 Cookies and sweets
📺 Long sedentary hours
There was no balance, no education about why certain choices worked and others didn’t.
And the real truth?
I wasn’t ready to change — not mentally, not behaviorally.
What Was Missing: Sustainability + Consistency
Looking back, I now realize two things were always missing:
❌ Sustainability
Fad diets and extreme routines are simply not built to last. You can’t live a joyful life by constantly depriving yourself.
❌ Consistency
I had no long-term strategy. I was chasing short-term numbers on the scale, not lifelong habits.
The Turning Point: April 4th, 2018
I gave myself one last chance.
But this time, I didn’t aim for fast results — I aimed for real change.
I stopped following trends and started following a structured, scientific approach to fitness.
And that made all the difference.
What Actually Worked for Me — This Time for Good
✅ 1. Quantified Nutrition
I followed a customized, science-backed plan that focused on eating enough, not starving.
- Included moderate carbs
- Prioritized optimal protein intake
- Ate home-cooked meals and never eliminated food groups
✅ 2. Strength Training — Not Endless Cardio
I committed to 5 days of weight training — at home and in the gym.
I completely ditched cardio. Why? Because fat loss comes from a calorie deficit, not from hours of treadmill.
✅ 3. Built Habits Over Time
I didn’t change everything overnight. I worked on small daily actions.
- Ate at consistent times
- Drank enough water
- Slept well
- Tracked progress beyond the scale
✅ 4. Accepted Setbacks, But Never Gave Up
My journey wasn’t perfect. I made mistakes. I had slow weeks. I even doubted myself.
But I kept showing up — and that made all the difference.
Life-Changing Realizations
Here are some truths I learned through experience, not theory:
📌 1. Progress Takes Time
Quick fixes will always disappoint you later. True transformation is slow — but worth it.
📌 2. You Won’t Get Bulky from Lifting Weights
Women shy away from strength training fearing they’ll look “manly.”
Truth: You’ll look toned, defined, and strong.
📌 3. The Scale Lies
Weight can fluctuate due to water retention, hormones, and digestion. It’s just one metric.
Track:
- Inches lost
- Clothes fitting better
- Improved strength and energy
- Confidence boost
📌 4. Your Metabolism Isn’t Broken
You’re just not moving enough. Your body wants to thrive — you just need to give it a chance.
📌 5. Eat More, Not Less
I now eat 2200–2300 calories a day — and I’m in better shape than ever.
Starvation is not the solution — education is.
What I Achieved
- Total Weight Loss: 50 Kg
- Dress Size: From 5XL to Medium/Small
- Calories Now: ~2300 per day (no more starvation!)
- Time Taken: Longer than I expected — because real progress tests your patience
Health Issues I Overcame
Before I took control of my health, I was battling:
- ⚠️ Borderline Cholesterol
- 🌀 Thyroid Disorder
- ♀️ PCOD & Irregular Menstruation (entire 20s)
- 💊 Hypertension
- 🧠 Postpartum Depression
- 🦴 Joint Pains
- ⛔ Zero Confidence
Today, I feel healthy, strong, and truly happy in my skin.
Gratitude That Keeps Me Grounded
I couldn’t have done this alone.
🙏 Deep thanks to Jitendra Chouksey (JC), Rohit Sir, Bala Sir, and Jyoti Sehrawat for being my pillars of strength.
🙏 And to the amazing FITTR Community — your knowledge and support changed my life.
Final Words: Don’t Stop Trying
If you’re tired of starting over…
If you feel like giving up…
If you’ve failed more times than you can count…
Just know this:
💬 You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be persistent.
- Change your approach, not just your food.
- Build habits, not just temporary plans.
- Be patient, not just motivated.
The journey is hard — but the reward is life-changing.
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