Vinesh Phogat, reportedly, worked out overnight to lose weight. This drew attention to the concept of rapid weight loss. Expert reveals the science and truth behind losing kilos overnight.

Published: August 9, 2024 6:51 AM IST By Edited by Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification from the Paris Olympics 2024 is loss that feels personal. She is one of the most resilient player both on and off the mat. Amid the wrestling row of the Indian wrestler being overweight by roughly 100 grams, several reports claimed how Phogat was working out overnight to lose weight.

Weight loss is a subjective journey that is different for different people. It is usually customised as per the individual’s body requirements. Similar, weight loss process will always be different for a professional athlete and for a layperson.

Amid Vinesh Phogat’s overnight weight loss news, several questions loomed large about rapid weight loss technique. Is it really a healthy and sustainable way to go about? How much can one really lose over a night and merely few hours? India.com got in touch with fitness expert who shed light on the truth behind rapid weight loss and its sustainability.

Vinesh Phogat underwent weight loss routine overnight before the match. (PTI) How Much Weight Can You Lose Over Night? Speaking exclusively with India.com, celebrated fitness coach, Miten Kakaiya, founder of Miten Says Fitness (MSF) revealed that, “Overnight, a person can lose between 1-3 pounds, mostly from water loss through brea.