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Sameera Reddy’s fitness coach, Ashwyn Michael Barreto, talked in detail about the training program, including her ‘no-fad’ diet.
Her workout includes low-impact cardio rather than high-impact moves like jumping and sprinting.
Sameera Reddy, known for her roles in films such as Maine Dil Tujhko Diya, Race and Musafir, had an incredible weight loss journey. The actress has never stopped documenting her journey on social media, from weighing over 90 kg to shedding kilos within a few years and living a healthy life. Wondering what helped her through this process? According to her fitness coach, Ashwyn Michael Barreto, she follows a very meticulously tailored programme based on her body’s needs.
In a candid conversation, Sameera Reddy’s fitness coach, Ashwyn Michael Barreto, CEO and co-founder of ThatLifestyleCoach (TLC) in Goa, revealed that the actress initially took part in various rigorous training programmes. However, they were not meeting her body’s demands. She turned to professional training programmes that boosted her resilience, energy, and confidence.
“Sameera and I began working together when she realised her previous approaches—like Pilates, yoga, and running—weren’t delivering the results she hoped for. Despite her consistent, rigorous training, she struggled with fat loss and felt frustrated. That’s when she sought professional help instead of continuing on her own,” Barreto told the Indian Express.
Barreto revealed that his structured wellness programme, which worked for Sameera’s body since 2022, was made after assessing her age, lifestyle, past training history, dietary methods, and hormonal challenges. “Sameera’s programme is tailored to her energy levels and her history of stiffness and fat retention,” he added.
During the initial four weeks, the diva focused on mastering movement patterns, establishing proper form and technique to practise those movements regularly, boosting proprioception (body awareness), enhancing joint stability and mobility, and nurturing healthy eating habits in her lifestyle.
He shared, “Weeks five to eight transitioned into strength and hypertrophy (muscle growth), with progressive overload and a protein-rich diet to support recovery and lean muscle development.” By the ninth week, the routine led to changes in her body, including improved muscle tone and posture and noticeable fat loss.
Talking about her training programme, Barreto mentioned that it includes-
- Strength buildup three times per week through exercises such as deadlifts, squats, TRX rows, and presses that focus on the whole body and core.
- High-energy functional interval training once every week, concentrating on core stability and full-body agility.
- Daily work on mobility and flexibility to improve posture and prevent injuries.
- Low-impact cardio rather than high-impact moves like jumping and sprinting.
The workout focused heavily on unilateral stability in the first month.
Key Aspects Of Sameera’s Diet
Barreto shared, “Like you may have guessed, Sameera follows a high-protein, high-fibre, and balanced nutrition plan to support her training and recovery,” adding, “We’ve also tailored her plan to include supplements based on her blood work to address specific deficiencies.”
“Her nutrition is designed to be sustainable, such that it is built around real, whole foods rather than short-term fixes. It is adjusted based on activity levels, hormonal health, and recovery, and flexible such that nothing is entirely off-limits unless it’s ultra-processed and devoid of nutritional value,” said the fitness coach.
He mentioned that earlier, Reddy tried cutting out carbs like rice, bread and all-purpose flour from her diet, but these turned out counterproductive for her energy levels and overall progress. “We encourage mindful eating, not a reward-restriction cycle. She enjoys all foods in moderation, with portion control, and avoids unnecessary ultra-processed foods,” Barreto elaborated.
According to Barreto, her ‘no-fad’ diet includes –
- Lean proteins like chicken, fish, eggs, paneer, and tofu for muscle recovery and strength.
- Complex carbohydrates like quinoa, brown rice, and sweet potatoes to fuel her intensive exercises.
- Healthy fats like nuts, seeds, and avocado to maintain a balance of hormones and reduce inflammation.
- Antioxidant-rich and anti-inflammatory foods to manage oxidative stress and elevated cortisol levels.
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Delhi, India, India
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