Sameera Reddy, 46, has been embracing her fitness journey and how. The Darna Mana Hai actor recently opened up about her renewed focus on , weight loss, and managing her lifestyle despite the demanding juggle of motherhood and work.
In an exclusive chat with , Reddy said that she restarted her fitness journey on her birthday, December 14, last year. “It actually started when I realised that constantly yo-yoing with my weight wasn’t sustainable. I was trying to balance work, family, and yoga, but even with discipline, life would get overwhelming, especially as a busy mom,” said the mother of two.
On , instead of feeling discouraged, Reddy decided to find a solution. “I knew I needed professional support, and that’s when I reached out to and his team. Having a structured plan gave me clarity, motivation, and direction instead of feeling stuck,” she said.
Now training consistently “at least four to five times a week,” Reddy said she’s begun seeing steady results. “No matter how hectic life gets, I make sure to prioritise my workouts,” she said.
While she saw “very good results” in the first month, she hit a “bit of a plateau” in the second. However, by the third month, her body “started responding again because Ashwyn constantly tweaked my program based on how my body reacted.”
Reddy said she is already seeing a “significant difference,” though she hasn’t revealed the exact weight lost. “I realise that it’s all about understanding my body, staying consistent, and trusting the process,” she told indianexpress.com.
Acknowledging she has “failed many times before”, Reddy said that this time, the focus is on “ageing well”. “At 46, I realise that extreme diets and yo-yo weight loss aren’t the solution. My priorities now are , managing my fitness levels over the long run, feeling strong and confident rather than just trying to be skinny,” she said.
A sustainable, balanced lifestyle will help me not just look good but stay strong and healthy as I age, she said.
Reddy’s approach to food is rooted in balance, not restriction. “There are no extreme restrictions, like cutting out carbs,” she said. Her nutrition plan is guided by the following principles: it’s portion-controlled, not deprived, it’s adjusted to match her intensity, and it’s focused on long-term sustainability, not short-term fixes.
However, like many others, evenings are her weak spot, “Especially around 5 PM when I crave something sweet,” she said.
To manage this, Reddy’s team ensures she has “something substantial at 4 PM so I don’t reach for unhealthy snacks.” According to Reddy, planning ahead makes all the difference.
While she credited her , Reddy believes the real shift came from within. “You have to be your own biggest cheerleader. Not everyone will cheer you on, and that’s okay. You have to show up for yourself. Create a vision board, set a goal, and commit. This is your journey and your decision. No one else can do it for you,” she said.
Acknowledging how hard it is for mothers, who she referred to as “natural caregivers, who often forget to take care of ourselves”, Reddy pointed out some of the issues that need to be resolved.
– Emotional eating is real, whether from exhaustion or eating kids’ leftovers.
– You don’t need a ; basics can be done at home.
– Be mindful of what and when you eat.
Her biggest lesson? “Be a little selfish. Prioritising your own health isn’t selfish. It is . When you feel good, you can give your best to your family and everything else in life,” said Reddy.
