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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
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Fitness coach shares 5 truths about weight loss that 'no one talks about': You'll feel like nothing is changing until…
Aarja Bedi is a fitness coach who regularly shares practical weight loss tips and strategies on her Instagram profile. From common mistakes to tried-and-tested methods that deliver results, her content is packed with motivational insights and actionable advice. On July 9, Aarja shared a post shedding light on the often-overlooked truths about weight loss that few people talk about. Also read | Fitness coach shares 10 simple rules to lose 10 kgs in 50 days without dieting or gym: 'Start your day with protein' Know these truths about weight loss.(Image by Pixabay) 'These are the truths I wish I knew when I first started my fat loss journey. They're not sexy. They're not trending. But they're the realest reasons I made it through and didn't give up,' she wrote in the caption. 1. You'll feel like nothing is changing until suddenly it does. The scale might not move, your clothes might feel the same and then one random morning, it clicks. Your jeans fit better. Your face looks leaner. Trust that the behind-the-scenes work is working. 2. You won't be motivated every day; discipline is what carries you. No one wakes up feeling pumped every day. On most days, it's just habits and discipline doing the heavy lifting. And that's okay. That's what builds results. 3. Progress doesn't always show up on the scale. The number isn't the full story. Sometimes your body is dropping fat, but you're holding water, building strength, or regulating hormones. Learn to see beyond the scale. Also read | Fitness coach talks about 10 'realistic sacrifices' you should make to lose 20 kg: Start intermittent fasting 4. Your friends might not understand, do it anyway. You might feel out of place at brunch. Or judged for ordering grilled chicken instead of fries. That's part of choosing something different. You'll inspire them later. 5. You'll romanticise your old carefree habits until you remember how tired and bloated they made you feel. You'll miss the midnight Maggi and chaotic weekends. But not the brain fog, the low energy, or the nothing fits me anxiety. Choose the life that gives more than it takes. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Hindustan Times
7 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
Fitness coach who dropped 10 kg shares 10 habits that look healthy but hamper your fat loss: 'Snacking on protein bars'
Aarja Bedi, an online fitness coach, underwent an impressive transformation, shedding 10 kilos through consistent effort and discipline. On her Instagram profile, she regularly shares personal anecdotes from her weight loss journey, highlighting the mistakes she made, lessons learned, and the strategies that truly worked for her. Also read | Fitness coach shares 10 simple rules to lose 10 kgs in 50 days without dieting or gym: 'Start your day with protein' Know these 10 weight loss mistakes that can slow down your progress.(Freepik) On June 27, Aarja posted about the importance of understanding which weight loss hacks actually deliver results and which ones may unknowingly stall your progress. 'I used to think these were healthy habits… But they were quietly stalling my fat loss. And the crazy part? Most of them are still praised as fit girl moves. If you're stuck even though you think you're doing everything right, this might explain why,' she wrote. Aarja noted down 10 weight loss mistakes that can slow down your progress: 1. Starting the day with fruit only Felt light and clean but crashed her blood sugar and triggered cravings by noon. 2. Barely eating all day, then overeating at night While this may look like a disciplined move, it can starve your body and lead to more cravings, making you settle for a binge. 3. Oats and peanut butter every morning Seemed fit girl approved, but super calorie-dense and didn't keep her full. 4. Snacking on protein bars and trail mix Easy and high protein but added up fast and barely satisfied her. 5. Replacing meals with smoothies Aarja drank her calories thinking it was smart but ended up hungrier and snacky after. Also read | Woman who lost 18 kg at home without gym or crash diet shares 7 simple tips she followed: 'Use this prompt on Chatgpt' 6. Trying to burn off food with workouts Exercise is not punishment. This mindset made her hate training and obsessed over food. 7. Cutting all carbs completely Cutting down carbs completely can lead to muscle loss. This can further damage your energy and mood. 8. Baking healthy desserts all the time Just because it's sugar-free doesn't mean it's calorie-free. And it kept her sweet tooth alive. 9. Training hard but sleeping 5 hours You can't out-train broken recovery. In weight loss, sleep is of primary importance. It helps regulate the body and rejuvenate it. 10. Obsessing over the scale daily 'It moved up and down like crazy. I didn't realize I was making real progress till I stopped caring,' Aarja added. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Hindustan Times
16-06-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Fitness coach who dropped 10 kilos, shares 7 mistakes to avoid for faster weight loss: Cutting carbs, skipping meals
Aarja Bedi, a fitness coach, underwent a remarkable transformation, shedding 10 kilos. Since then, she has been inspiring her followers by sharing glimpses of her journey, along with effective fat loss tips and hacks on her Instagram profile. Aarja also opens up about the weight loss mistakes she encountered along the way, helping others learn from her experience. Also read | Woman who lost 30 kg without hitting gym shares how she lost face fat: 'Facial exercises can help with toning' On May 22, she posted a list of common habits that hinder weight loss and should be avoided. 'These aren't mistakes — they're habits that feel productive but actually waste time, energy, and motivation. And most people do them without even realising,' she wrote. A post shared by Aarja Bedi | Fitness Coach (@fitwithaabi) If you're either all in or off track, you'll stay stuck. Aim for B+ effort, every day - that wins. You don't lose fat by removing roti or rice. You lose it by creating a calorie deficit that still keeps you full and sane. Your lifestyle, body, and goals are different. Copying someone's 1200-calories of What I eat in a day might lead you to disaster. Fat loss doesn't happen through running, spinning, and sweating more. It happens through what you eat. Cardio is just a tool, not the solution. Also read | Weight loss coach shares 7 habits that can help melt body fat faster: 'Get more sleep' Almost always leads to cravings, overeating, or bingeing later. Regular meals are better than starving till dinner. Dry fruits, smoothies, peanut butter, protein cookies — all great, but still high calorie. Quality and quantity matter. If you're not sleeping, managing stress, or moving during the day, no plan will work for long. Lifestyle patterns impact weight loss journey better than hacks. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Hindustan Times
17-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Fitness coach shares list of 12 foods to avoid for faster weight loss: Peanut butter, fruit juice and more
Aarja Bedi, a fitness coach, underwent a remarkable transformation, shedding 10 kilos. She regularly shares glimpses of her weight loss journey on Instagram, offering followers a mix of motivation, practical diet advice, and effective workout tips for achieving and maintaining healthy weight loss. Also read | Want to lose 10 kilos in 2 months? Fitness coach shares 6 easy steps to follow for weight loss On April 8, Aarja shared a post noting down the food items that we should avoid for faster fat loss. 'There are some foods that make staying in a calorie deficit way harder than it needs to be, either because they spike cravings, pack hidden calories, or leave you feeling hungrier.' A post shared by Aarja Bedi | Fitness Coach (@fitwithaabi) Half cup of granola can easily hit more than 250-300 calories and still barely touch your hunger. Often loaded with sugar and low fibre, protein bars cause bloating, cravings, no satiety. Acai bowls can hit 600-900 calories without much protein or fat. Nut butters are so easy to overeat. One heaping spoon of nut butter contains more than 300 calories. Loaded with zero fiber and liquid sugar, these juices can cause insulin spike, crash, and hunger again in an hour. Also read | Woman who dropped 68 kilos, shares 5 weight loss tips for real, sustainable changes Low-fat flavored yogurt contain added sugar and no real protein. Choose Greek yoghurt instead. Vegan doesn't mean low-calorie. Most are still full of fats and sugars (just plant-based). Loaded with concentrated sugar, a handful of dried mango can contain more than 200 calories and still keep you hungry. Avocado toast contains healthy fats, but with white bread, oil and toppings, you can easily hit 500-700 calories. Fruit, juice, syrup, frozen yogurt, peanut butter, zero protein. Packaged smoothies can have a lot of empty calories. A classic healthy snack, rice cakes and peanut butter are just carbs and fat with low protein. This can lead to low satiety and high calories. Refined starches with flavour sprinkled on, veggie chips are no good for weight loss. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
