Actor Ramya Subramanian | Photo Credit: Special Arrangements
Moji actor Ramya Subramanian, who made his debut as an anchor at the age of 15, faced body shaming that forced him to resort to extreme measures, from drastically cutting back on his diet to exercising constantly to hide his “flaws.” He says that he no longer has access to
Popularly known as VJ Ramya, she is now a health coach and has just published a book, Stop Weighting (published by Penguin), focused on her own journey into fitness. “This book is about my story, my journey, and everything I’ve done, including the mistakes I’ve made,” she says, adding that she’s also about “what to do and what not to do.” We hope to guide our readers.We share healthy recipes and exercise guidelines, skin care, hair care, and mental health tips.
Ramya’s journey began when she discovered weight training. “It was a game changer for me because it gave me confidence. I participated in powerlifting competitions and won gold medals in several competitions. So this caused a big change in the behavior of many people. Soon many people approached me asking for tips on how I had lost weight.
‘Stop Weighting’ Book Cover | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
she said: Conversations usually start with “I’m skinny, underweight, or gaining weight” rather than “How are you/how are you feeling today?” I think society needs to change that perception. “
The Indian way of showing love through food also has its drawbacks, she said. Ever since I was a kid, my mom encouraged me to eat more, which made me a plump kid.”
Ramya suggests that parents get their children involved in more physical activity. “Playing sports helps with focus, agility, multitasking, and hand-eye coordination.”
She advises anyone wanting to lose weight to be “conscious of every meal you eat.” I will,” he concludes.
The price of this book is £399. You can buy it online.
