TomorrowMakers

Many of us aspire to achieve a healthy weight, but it often comes with a price tag. Let’s meet four individuals who undertook their weight loss programmes, exploring their unique stories and the financial investments required to cut the flab.

Highlights:

• Weight loss costs vary significantly based on the chosen method, be it a balanced diet or surgery and sports.

• A balanced diet, sports, and fitness gear improves health without breaking the bank.

• Surgery and sports equipment, along with gym memberships and dietary supplements, increase expenses.

Meet Ankitkumar Bhamborliya

Ankitkumar's weight rose to 165kg with a BMI of 52 after a medical illness in 2013. In 2016, he underwent bariatric surgery costing Rs 2.5 lakh and medicines costing Rs 20,000. After the surgery, he adopted a disciplined lifestyle involving diet and exercise, achieving a healthy weight of 100kg and a BMI of 31. He maintains his health with daily walks, an annual gym membership of Rs 12,000, and a yearly swimming pool fee of Rs 2,400.

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Meet Sudhakar Singh

Sudhakar began his weight loss programme at 105kg and a BMI of 33. He initiated intermittent fasting and started exercising regularly for good health. He invested Rs 4,000 in protein powder and Rs 2,000 monthly for badminton training to maintain his health. Additionally, he frequents the gym, paying Rs 1,000 monthly, resulting in his current healthy weight of 95kg and a BMI of 30.

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Meet Abhinav Sharma

Abhinav decided to shed weight when he reached 94kg (BMI of 32). He began with daily walks, interval running, and dietary changes, reaching a healthy weight of 65kg. His expenses include Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,500 as entry fees for running events and Rs 6,000 to Rs 8,000 for six pairs of running shoes, which he expects to replace annually. He bought a pair of badminton shoes for Rs 3,500 and a smartwatch for Rs 27,000 to monitor his health and physical activities.

Meet Shineson

Weighing 91kg with a BMI of 33, Shineson started worrying about his health due to elevated cholesterol and sugar levels. He started his weight loss programme with daily walking, spinning on a stationary bike (costing Rs 16,000), and body weight-based strength exercises. He purchased macadamia nuts (Rs 3,000 monthly), switched to fresh cream for coffee (Rs 3,000 monthly), and added protein powder (Rs 3,000 for 1kg lasting three months) to his diet. He acquired an Apple Watch for Rs 28,000. He successfully reached a healthy weight of 74kg (BMI of 27).

5 Diet tips to make your efforts and money worth it!

• Avoid processed foods.

• Introduce protein and healthy carbs.

• Reduce your salt and sugar intake.

• Opt for five small meals daily.

• Stay away from sugary drinks.

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 Disclaimer: This article is intended for general information purposes only and should not be construed as insurance or investment or tax or legal advice. You should separately obtain independent advice when making decisions in these areas.