Weight loss is often associated with strict diets, intense workouts and long hours at the gym. But sustainable progress can also come from building simple, consistent habits that fit into everyday life. Tania, who has lost 32 kg, shared in her July 13 Instagram post five things she considers non-negotiable when working towards weight loss from home.<\/p>\n
Sharing her approach, Tania emphasised that consistency matters more than chasing perfection. \u201cYou\u2019ll either find an excuse or find a way; regardless, that\u2019s on you,\u201d she said. (Also read: <\/strong>Bengaluru woman who lost 30 kg shares her \u2018greatest\u2019 weight loss advice, says people may try to \u2018sabotage\u2019 your progress<\/strong><\/a> )<\/strong><\/p>\n Here are the five habits Tania swears by:<\/p>\n 1. Prioritise protein<\/p>\n According to Tania, getting enough protein is one of the most important parts of her routine. \u201cThe pro, minimum 30g protein 3 times a day is always my goal! Ensure you are putting real protein before processed proteins,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n She also warned against drastically cutting food intake in an attempt to lose weight. \u201cYou can\u2019t expect to lose weight<\/a> and tone up when you\u2019re eating less than a good chunk of protein daily or if you aren\u2019t eating at all. Stop skipping meals!\u201d \u201cIf you\u2019re serious about weight loss and muscle building, this is non-negotiable,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n 2. Find a workout time that fits your life<\/p>\n For Tania, consistency does not mean exercising at the same time every day. As a mother, she learned to work her workouts around her schedule rather than waiting for the perfect window.<\/p>\n \u201cAs a mom, I stopped chasing the \u2018perfect\u2019 workout time. Some days I worked out at 5 AM, some days at 3 PM while my baby napped, and some days even at 9 PM after everyone was asleep,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n \u201cThe best workout<\/a> time is the one you can consistently show up for. Stop waiting for the perfect schedule, make movement fit your life, not the other way around,\u201d Tania added.<\/p>\n 3. Lift weights<\/p>\n Strength training is another key part of Tania\u2019s routine. She recommends challenging yourself with weights and gradually increasing the load as you become stronger. \u201cLift as heavy as you can while challenging yourself, every time!\u201d she said, addressing a common concern about women becoming \u2018bulky\u2019 from weight training.<\/p>\n \u201cListen, you will not get bulky. You will get toned. You need to lift 3 times a week,\u201d Tania said, adding that beginners should start light, focus on consistency and full-body workouts, and gradually increase their weights.<\/p>\n 4. Stay hydrated<\/p>\n Tania also considers hydration an important part of her daily routine. She follows a simple body-weight<\/a>-based approach to setting her water intake. \u201cEnsure you are properly hydrated. I aim to drink half my body weight in ounces of water,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n \u201cFor example, if you weigh 120 lbs, aim for 60 ounces daily.\u201d Tania said staying hydrated helps her feel energetic and supports her workouts and recovery. \u201cI can immediately tell when I haven\u2019t hit my water intake for the day,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n 5. Prioritise quality sleep<\/p>\n