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Abs are made in kitchen: Shilpa Shetty, John Abraham say secret to fitness is in diet; reveal they don't do ab exercises

Published on: Nov 3, 2024, 11:52:39 IST
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Shilpa Shetty and John Abraham believe that abs are made in the kitchen.
Shilpa Shetty and John Abraham believe that abs are made in the kitchen.

Shilpa Shetty and John Abraham discussed their fitness philosophies, stressing that diet is crucial for maintaining health.

Shilpa Shetty and John Abraham are two of the fittest celebrities in B-Town. The two actors love working out and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with nutritious diets. In an interview, Shilpa and John sat together to discuss their diet and fitness routines. According to them, abs are made in the kitchen, and the secret to fitness lies in your diet.

'I don't do ab exercises'

During an episode of Shape of You, Shilpa and John sat together to talk about the importance of a healthy diet and the role it plays in our fitness. According to John, fitness is like a tripod stand - good food, good exercise and good sleep - and without these three factors, our fitness will suffer.

Insisting on the importance of a healthy diet in our fitness routine, Shilpa added, “I always say that 70 per cent of fitness is in [your] diet. Abs are made in the kitchen.” John agreed, “I don't do ab exercises, and I am sure you don't either.”

According to Shilpa, since their [celebrities] schedules are so erratic, they don't get time to do so many exercises. She explained, “People think we must do the planks and exercise for like 2 hours or something. But maintenance can only be done through nutrition.”

John also advised in the segment that if people start spending less, it will be healthier for their bodies. “You remove butter, sugar, oil etc from your diet. Have Bajra (pearl millet), Jawar (sorghum) and Ragi (finger millet) rotis in your diet. Keep it [your diet] simple. [Live] the farmer's life.”

‘Sugar is the biggest poison’

During the interview, John also revealed the items he has removed from his diet. According to the actor, he last ate his favourite sweet - kaju katli - 27 years ago, and he doesn't consume aerated drinks because ‘sugar is the biggest poison in the world’. He added that he ‘eats protein, loves peanut butter, and consumes no dairy or dairy products.’

Disclaimer: 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.

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    Krishna Pallavi Priya

    Krishna Priya Pallavi is a journalist with over 9 years of experience, covering health, fashion, pop culture, travel, wellness, entertainment, festivals, mental health, art, decor, fitness, and sex and relationships. She is an alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Dhenkanal, and holds an undergraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi. Her strong academic foundation informs her analytical and detail-oriented approach to storytelling, helping her uncover stories where none seem to exist. Before joining Hindustan Times, Pallavi worked with some of India’s leading media organisations. She spent close to three years at India Today, where she honed her newsroom skills and developed a sharp editorial sensibility. She also worked for over a year and a half at Vagabomb, ScoopWhoop’s feminist digital platform, where she explored stories through a gender-sensitive, socially aware lens. Pallavi has a deep interest in global fashion trends and international fashion seasons, and enjoys interviewing celebrities and tracking pop culture movements—interests that frequently translate into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Alongside lifestyle and entertainment, she has a keen eye for impactful health and wellness journalism, regularly interacting with doctors, designers, and digital content creators to bring nuance and credibility to her work. Born and raised in Haryana, Pallavi remains deeply connected to her ancestral roots in Odisha. Her ability to spot fresh angles brings curiosity and depth to stories she pursues. When not chasing deadlines, she enjoys spending time with her dog, planning her next vacation, reading, running new trails, and discovering new destinations.Read More