How a Bengaluru Executive Lost 20 Kg, Reduced Blood Pressure Medication, and Became a Stronger Runner at 46
I Dropped a Whopping 20 Kg in 6 Months With FFD!
- Name - Mr. Nagendra Sharma
- Age - 46 Years Young
- Profession - Senior General Manager, Siemens Healthineers
- Place - Bangalore, Karnataka.
I joined Freedom From Diabetes not because I had diabetes, but because I wanted to become fitter, healthier, and more energetic. What began as a weight-loss journey soon transformed my entire lifestyle. I lost 20 kg, significantly reduced my blood pressure medication, improved my sleep quality, and today I can comfortably run 15–20 km at a stretch.
The biggest surprise for me was discovering the power of fasting. Something I once doubted became one of the most valuable habits of my life.
Key Takeaways
- Weight reduced from 83.8 kg to 63.8 kg in 6 months
- Reduced blood pressure medication by more than 50%
- Improved sleep quality significantly
- Built a sustainable fasting lifestyle
- Runs 275–300 km every month
- Completes weekly 36-hour fasts with ease
- Developed a healthier relationship with food and hunger
My Health Story
I have always been physically active and considered myself reasonably fit. Running has been a part of my lifestyle for years.
However, despite being active, I had gradually gained weight and reached 83.8 kg.
While I did not have major health complications, I was dealing with high blood pressure and was taking medication regularly.
While I did not have major health complications, I was dealing with high blood pressure and was taking medication regularly.
My running performance was also getting affected. Most days, I could comfortably run only about 5 km.
Crossing the 10 km mark required extra effort and was not something I could do consistently.
Crossing the 10 km mark required extra effort and was not something I could do consistently.
I knew I needed to improve my health, reduce excess weight, and build a lifestyle that I could sustain for the long term.
How Was FFD Introduced and What Made Me Choose It?
Over a period of three to four months, I could visibly see the changes in him. His transformation was remarkable and gave me confidence that the program actually worked.
The only thing that made me hesitant was fasting.
Like many people, I believed fasting would leave me weak, tired, and unable to function normally.
That was the biggest apprehension I had before starting the program.
That was the biggest apprehension I had before starting the program.
But I decided to trust the process.
Mr. Nagendra SharmaMy Reversal and Transformation Journey
The results exceeded my expectations.
Over time, I lost nearly 20 kg, bringing my weight down from 83.8 kg to 63.8 kg.
More importantly, I have successfully maintained this weight loss for almost two years after completing the program.
This was very different from my previous experience with another weight-loss program.
Earlier, I had managed to lose weight, but within six months, I regained more than half of it.
Earlier, I had managed to lose weight, but within six months, I regained more than half of it.
FFD helped me build habits that were sustainable rather than temporary.
One of the biggest improvements was in my blood pressure.
Before joining the program, I was taking 40 mg blood pressure medication in the morning and another 20 mg at night.
As my weight reduced and my health improved, my medication requirement dropped significantly.
As my weight reduced and my health improved, my medication requirement dropped significantly.
Today, I only take 20 mg in the morning, and my blood pressure remains largely stable and within the normal range.
Another major change was in my sleep quality. Unless I am dealing with an unusually stressful day at work, my sleep is far deeper and more refreshing than before.
The greatest surprise, however, was fasting.
Initially, I believed fasting would drain my energy. Instead, I experienced the exact opposite.
During fasting periods, I felt lighter, sharper, and more energetic.
The structured fasting approach, supported by fasting supplements and proper hydration,
helped me understand that the body can function exceptionally well even without constant eating.
The structured fasting approach, supported by fasting supplements and proper hydration,
helped me understand that the body can function exceptionally well even without constant eating.
Today, every Tuesday is a fasting day for me. I regularly complete 36-hour fasts and have made fasting a natural part of my lifestyle.
FFD also changed my relationship with food.
Earlier, meals were often based on the clock. Now, I eat primarily when I am genuinely hungry.
Most days, I comfortably follow a two-meal-a-day pattern, which feels completely natural.
Most days, I comfortably follow a two-meal-a-day pattern, which feels completely natural.
Athletic Identity
Running has always been my preferred form of exercise.
However, after losing weight and improving my overall fitness, my running capacity increased dramatically.
Before joining FFD, I generally managed around 5 km comfortably and crossed 10 km only occasionally.
- Today, running 15–20 km feels normal.
- I currently clock between 275 and 300 kilometres every month.
Along with running, I perform strengthening exercises and follow the World's Best Warm-Up routine regularly to maintain mobility and fitness.
The improvement in endurance, stamina, and recovery has been one of the most rewarding aspects of my transformation.
Current Lifestyle & Reflection
Today, my wife and I continue many of the habits we learned through FFD.
We usually follow a two-meal-a-day routine, practice regular fasting, and make conscious food choices based on hunger rather than habit.
The most valuable lesson I learned is that health is not about short-term dieting. It is about building sustainable habits that can be maintained for years.
Looking back, joining FFD was one of the best decisions I made for my health.
The weight loss was important, but the lasting lifestyle transformation has been even more valuable.
