Namita Nayyar:
Besides drama, you have also been part of reality shows, including your debut show as well, tell us about your recent experience on Khatron Ki Khiladi, also you were seen as the toughest competition there, how did you prep for the show
Divyanka Tripathi:
Yes, I have been a part of several reality shows. I have won only Nach Baliye to date, but that doesn’t stop me from becoming a part of these extraordinary concepts. I feel these shows are generally so close to reality that they enhance your overall personality & make you stronger as a person and in your craft.
I didn’t join Khatron with the intent of winning because I myself didn’t know my capacity then. Yet, I underwent an aggressive schedule of rehabilitation, fitness regime and followed a proper nutrition plan. I consciously remained very disciplined for those few months.
When I signed up for the show, I knew I wasn’t the fittest but I wanted to be better than my state then and wanted to finish the journey with pride. It wouldn’t be an exaggeration if I say, ‘today I feel like a winner and no one can take away this feeling of satisfaction from me because of the hard work & honesty I’ve put in.
Namita Nayyar:
Women Fitness India talks about celebrity diets and fitness regimes, do you take any special diets? How do manage your diet with your acting schedules and travel
Divyanka Tripathi:
I support a diet with a protein-rich and low-carb diet. I don’t believe in crash diets. I feel you should choose a pattern that you can maintain for life.
When I am traveling or working I try sticking to times to eat and I try making responsible choices while ordering food. That itself keeps me on track.
Namita Nayyar:
Mental and physical fitness are equally important nowadays, what comprises of your fitness regime, how many days in a week do you workout
Divyanka Tripathi
I have some long-term injuries hence I work on other body parts while the affected one rests, but I don’t stop now.
Before, I used to train to shed weight. It was a continuous, disappointing struggle for me and the results were short-lived. Every injury and the break thereafter used to demotivate me.
After Khatron I had a tremendous boost in my self-worth. I realized my body type is never a hindrance, I am all capable, only my willpower needs to stay strong when dealing with my perpetual injuries.
Regular workout has become a very important part of my life now. I do it at least 5 to 6 days a week. My regime consists more of muscle & bodyweight training and core strength.
