For many, weight loss feels like an uphill battle. But Instagram mom influencer Nihira Aggarwal has shown that with consistency and smart planning, change is possible\u2014even without a gym membership. In a recent Instagram video, she revealed that she lost 20 kilograms in just eight months, crediting her success to a mix of diet, weight training, and home-based cardio sessions.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn addition to my diet, I\u2019ve been incorporating weight training and cardio into my routine. I do home workouts, which help me stay consistent,\u201d Aggarwal explained in the video while showcasing her remarkable transformation.<\/p>\n
The 40-minute formulaAggarwal\u2019s workout plan is structured yet flexible, proving that results do not always require long hours in the gym. Each session lasts around 40 minutes, including warm-up and stretching, and she performs three sets of every exercise. Her weekly schedule is divided into muscle groups:<\/p>\n
To maintain proper form, Aggarwal records her workouts and reviews them, a practice she says helps her correct mistakes and improve posture. <\/p>\n
What experts say about balancing diet and exerciseHer approach reflects what experts recommend for sustainable weight management<\/a>. According to the Mayo Clinic<\/a>, being active is essential not just for losing weight but also for keeping it off. The 2020\u20132025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans highlight the need to both cut calories and move more, often suggesting a 500\u2013750 calorie reduction per day for gradual and safe weight loss.<\/p>\n \u00ab Back to recommendation stories<\/p>\n However, experts caution that diet alone is not enough. Physical activity\u2014especially resistance training\u2014prevents muscle and bone loss, which can occur with age or when losing weight without exercise. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services advises at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity weekly, coupled with strength training twice a week for all major muscle groups.