Enjoy vacations without the guilt of gaining weigh: Influencer who lost 40 kg in 15 months reveals tips to stay fit while on a break

Vacations are supposed to be about relaxation, adventure, and indulgence—but for those on a weight loss journey, the thought of stepping off routine can feel like a nightmare. Can a week of travel undo months of discipline? According to fitness influencer Saachi Pai, it doesn’t have to. Having lost 40 kg over 15 months, Saachi explains that you can enjoy vacation delicacies without derailing progress—as long as you follow mindful habits.

Her Instagram post, captioned “I lost 40 kgs — and trust me, vacations didn’t ruin my progress”, has resonated with thousands of followers. In a detailed post, she explains how she prepares for, enjoys, and resets after vacations while keeping her fitness intact.

Before You Leave: Prep for Balance, Not Perfection
Saachi’s philosophy is clear—vacations are not about dieting but about maintaining healthy habits in enjoyable ways. “I prep with a few non-negotiables → protein and fibre in meals, walking, water. I pack resistance bands and sneakers,” she wrote in her post.

Her top strategies include:

• Setting realistic goals: Decide if you’ll squeeze in a 10-minute room workout or simply stick to daily walks.
• Listing non-negotiables: Water intake, step counts, and including protein at meals.
• Shifting focus: “The goal is to maintain your routine, not stress over losing weight.”

By defining these habits ahead of time, she creates structure without restricting enjoyment.

During Vacation: Balance Beats Deprivation
Once on the road, Saachi embraces flexibility. “I don’t restrict myself—I balance,” she says. Her approach focuses on sustainable habits, not rigid rules.

Move daily
She aims for 10–12k steps per day, counting sightseeing as part of her activity. On days when she has time, she fits in a 20-minute workout consisting of squats, lunges, pushups, and planks. Activities like swimming, biking, or hiking become “fitness disguised as fun.”

Eat smart, not less
Her meals are satisfying and structured. She eats two main meals and one snack or dessert daily. Brunch typically includes eggs, toast, avocado, and juice, while dinner is whatever she craves. Desserts are allowed in moderation, without guilt.

Stay hydrated
Carrying two large bottles of water daily, she ensures she stays hydrated—a habit often neglected during travel..

Post Vacation: Reset, Don’t Punish
Returning home is often where people overcorrect—but Saachi urges simplicity. “I don’t crash diet. I just get back to my normal calories, grocery shop within 24 hours, and ease into training,” she explains.

Her post highlights these key steps:

• Avoid crash diets: Revert to regular eating patterns.
• Grocery shop within a day: Meal prep to regain rhythm.
• Prioritize sleep: Aim for 7–8 hours to restore energy levels.
• Ease into exercise: Start with lighter sessions and increase gradually.

Her most reassuring tip is that weight fluctuations during trips are temporary. “I usually gain 2–2.5 kgs during trips—but I lose it within a week back home. That ‘gain’ is mostly water and routine shift, not fat,” she wrote.

For those worried about falling off their fitness journey while traveling, her approach offers a blueprint rooted in balance, self-compassion, and consistency. As Saachi puts it, “Vacations are a break, not a punishment.”