If losing weight feels overwhelming and you've been burned by crash diets that leave you feeling exhausted and frustrated, you're not alone. Many people struggle to find a plan that's both sustainable and effective.
Fitness coach Shubh Agrawal shared in his July 17 Instagram post a smart and time-saving plan to help you lose up to 15 kg in just 30 days without starving yourself or following any crash diets. (Also read: Man loses 27 kg in 6 months using ChatGPT to plan his meals, workouts and daily routine: ‘It taught me to keep moving’ )
Shubh recommends, "Don't skip your dinner, this is the most effective tip." Here's his simple plan to help you lose weight:
Daily structure
1. Morning (7–8 AM): Wake up and drink warm lemon water with a pinch of pink salt.
{{/usCountry}}1. Morning (7–8 AM): Wake up and drink warm lemon water with a pinch of pink salt.
{{/usCountry}}2. Morning fasted walk: Do a 30–40 minute brisk walk or aim for 6,000 steps.
3. Meals (2 big meals + 1 light snack + 1 protein drink): Keep it high-protein, low-carb.
4. Workout (optional): Either 15 mins HIIT (3x/week) or 10,000–15,000 steps/day.
5. Sleep: Get at least 7 hours of deep sleep.
Meal plan (1200–1300 kcal/day – High protein, low carb)
Breakfast (10–11 AM): High protein
- 3 boiled eggs or 100g paneer bhurji
- Black coffee or green tea
- 5 soaked almonds + 2 walnuts
Lunch (2–3 PM): Balanced meal
- 1 cup cooked rice or 2 small rotis
- 1 bowl dal or 100g paneer/tofu
- 1 cup sabzi (avoid potatoes)
- Curd or buttermilk
For the remaining 2–3 meals, he suggests following him and messaging directly for personalised guidance.
Workout plan for busy people
Option A: If you have no time for gym
12,000 steps/day (track using your phone or watch)
Take stairs, walk during calls, do 5–10 minute walks after meals (mandatory)
Option B: 15-minute fat-torching workout (3x/week)
20 jumping jacks
15 squats
10 pushups (on knees if needed)
20 high knees
30-second plank
Repeat this circuit 3 times.
Rules to follow:
- No sugar (even in tea/coffee).
- Avoid packaged and fried foods.
- Eat only when hungry, and avoid emotional eating.
- No eating after 8 PM.
- Sleep early (by 10–11 PM) to regulate hunger hormones.
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.
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