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Karan Wahi recalls ‘purposely’ losing six-pack abs during Covid-19, regretting later: ‘Wanted to see what would happen to my body’

"But people forget that the body is not a robot," said Karan Wahi

Karan Wahi on losing six-packs abs (Photo: Karan Wahi/Instagram)

Imagine the very fit Karan Wahi giving up his workout routine! That’s exactly what happened during the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020, Karan admitted in an interaction with Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa on their YouTube podcast. The Hate Story 4 actor said, “I did it purposely. But it backfired. When Covid-19 happened, I saw everyone was doing home workouts. But I was like, to hell with it. I thought I wouldn’t work out and wanted to see what would happen to my body.”

He added that he took his body lightly, thinking it would remain the same. “Then, there is a thought that your body will always stay the same! But people forget that the body is not a robot. So, I didn’t work out for 1-2 months. I developed a small belly. However, since I didn’t put on massive weight, my arms became smaller, and the belly was visible. So, when I joined Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi, people were worried if I had become lean. I told them not lean, but because of the belly, I lost out my six packs.”

He also regretted missing out on work opportunities due to it. “I thought I would get normal characters after giving up six packs, but I ended up missing out on opportunities. That experience taught me to just stick to the gym,” the 39-year-old shared.

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Taking a cue from his candid admission, let’s understand how the body reacts to no workouts.

There may be some unwelcome effects of taking a long break from your fitness routine. “Your cardiovascular endurance and muscle strength will drop from the peak levels you achieved during your regular workout days if you stop exercising for a few months. And as the body fat increases, those hard-earned six-pack abs will likely fade away,” said fitness coach Varun Rattan.

Do you have to workout everyday? (Photo: Freepik)

To regain those abs, you will have to increase your daily energy expenditure by participating in sports like swimming, jogging, etc. “Ease back into your gym routine, progressively increasing the intensity to avoid burnout,” said Rattan.

Limit processed foods and re-introduce a high-protein diet with lean meats and vegetables. “Aim to consume 2 to 2.2 gm protein per kg of body weight daily. Drink plenty of water and allow yourself a high-calorie meal every 10 days,” suggested Rattan.

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With this balanced approach, you can see results in about three to four months. “HIIT activities combined with a well-planned workout can help you achieve your goal more quickly,” said Rattan.

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DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.

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