3 min read<\/span>New Delhi<\/em><\/span>Jun 2, 2026 02:30 PM IST<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Bobby Deol, 57, recently recalled his fitness transformation journey in an endearing chat with Shekhar Suman on his YouTube show. \u201cMy dad (late actor Dharmendra) always said to take care of your health first. Health is wealth. I decided to be healthy. I started working out<\/a><\/strong> every day. No matter what, I did it six days a week. I still do six days a week. I didn\u2019t want to look like a bodybuilder, but physically, visually look fit.\u201d<\/p>\n DISCLAIMER:\u00a0This 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.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n Bobby highlighted the discipline<\/a><\/strong> and consistency that often go behind long-term physical transformation in the entertainment industry. Taking a cue from him, we decided to understand how training six days a week can be effective when workouts are structured with proper recovery, nutrition, and variation. \u201cConsistency in movement improves muscle strength, cardiovascular fitness, insulin sensitivity, and overall metabolic health. However, the body\u2019s response depends not just on frequency, but also on workout intensity and recovery quality,\u201d said consultant dietitian and fitness expert Garima Goyal.<\/p>\n One important factor in such routines is progressive adaptation. \u201cWhen the body is trained regularly, muscles, joints, and endurance gradually improve over time. This is why consistency often delivers better results than occasional extreme workouts,\u201d Goyal said.<\/p>\n At the same time, training almost every day requires attention to recovery<\/a><\/strong> balance. \u201cWithout adequate sleep, hydration, protein intake, and rest periods, excessive training can increase the risk of fatigue, injuries, hormonal imbalance, and burnout,\u201d said Goyal.<\/p>\n Another key aspect is the motivation behind fitness<\/a><\/strong>. \u201cHis statement about wanting to be fit reflects an important psychological element. Sustainable fitness journeys are often driven more by the desire to feel strong, active, and capable rather than just aesthetic pressure,\u201d reflected Goyal.<\/p>\n![\"exercise\"](\"https:\/\/images.indianexpress.com\/2026\/05\/exercise_1600_getty.jpg\")
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