Body Recomposition Plan

Beginner Fat Loss
& Muscle Gain Plan

Simple, Structured, Indian Lifestyle-Friendly

A complete roadmap designed for a 20-year-old beginner in India. Real food, real workouts, real results.

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~2000 Daily Calories
4 Days Gym / Week
140g Protein Target

Profile Overview

Your starting point. Every transformation begins here.

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Age
20 years
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Weight
94 kg
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Goal
Fat Loss + Muscle Gain
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Level
Beginner
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Diet Type
Indian (Veg + Non-Veg)
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Budget
Moderate

Daily Calorie Target: ~2000 kcal

Protein 140g (560 kcal)
Carbs 200g (800 kcal)
Fats 70g (630 kcal)

Daily Diet Plan

Budget-friendly, Indian meals with veg & non-veg options. All macros calculated.

7:00 AM

Breakfast

~450 kcal 35g protein
  • 3 whole eggs + 2 egg whites (boiled or omelette with minimal oil)
  • 2 slices whole wheat bread OR 1 medium bowl oats with milk
  • 1 banana
Alt: Poha with peanuts + 2 boiled eggs, or Besan chilla (2) + curd
₹ 40-60
10:00 AM

Mid-Morning Snack

~200 kcal 8g protein
  • 1 apple or seasonal fruit
  • A handful of roasted chana (30g) or 10-12 almonds
Alt: Makhana (fox nuts) roasted with a pinch of salt
₹ 20-30
1:00 PM

Lunch

~550 kcal 40g protein
  • 2 chapatis (whole wheat) OR 1 cup cooked brown/white rice
  • 1 bowl chicken curry (150g chicken) OR 1 bowl dal + 100g chicken
  • 1 bowl mixed vegetable sabzi
  • Small bowl of curd/raita
Alt: Rajma chawal with a side of grilled chicken (budget-friendly combo)
₹ 60-90
4:30 PM

Evening / Pre-Workout Snack

~250 kcal 25g protein
  • 1 scoop whey protein with water OR 1 glass sattu drink
  • 1 medium banana or 2 Marie biscuits
Alt: Peanut butter sandwich (1 slice bread + 1 tbsp PB) + black coffee
₹ 30-50
8:00 PM

Dinner

~500 kcal 35g protein
  • 2 chapatis OR 1 cup rice
  • 1 bowl egg bhurji (3 eggs) OR grilled fish/chicken (150g)
  • 1 bowl dal or sabzi
  • Small salad (cucumber, tomato, onion)
Alt: Chicken salad bowl with quinoa or broken wheat (dalia)
₹ 50-80
🌙 10:00 PM

Before Bed (Optional)

~100 kcal 7g protein
  • 1 glass warm turmeric milk (haldi doodh) with low-fat milk
₹ 10-15
🔥 Total: ~2000 kcal/day
🥩 Protein: ~140g (Non-Veg) / ~120g (Veg)
💰 Daily Cost: ₹200-350 approx

Beginner Workout Plan

4-day gym split. Focus on form over weight. Rest 60-90 seconds between sets.

Day 1

Chest + Triceps

Push Day
Flat Barbell Bench Press
3 sets x 10 reps
Keep feet flat, squeeze chest at top
Incline Dumbbell Press
3 sets x 12 reps
30-degree bench angle, control the weight down
Cable / Dumbbell Flyes
3 sets x 12 reps
Slight bend in elbows, feel the stretch
Push-Ups (Bodyweight)
2 sets x max reps
Start on knees if needed, keep core tight
🔴 Tricep Rope Pushdowns
3 sets x 12 reps
Elbows pinned to sides, squeeze at bottom
🔴 Overhead Dumbbell Tricep Extension
3 sets x 12 reps
Lower slowly, feel the stretch in tricep
Day 2

Back + Biceps

Pull Day
Lat Pulldowns
3 sets x 12 reps
Pull to upper chest, squeeze lats at bottom
Seated Cable Rows
3 sets x 12 reps
Pull to belly button, keep back straight
Dumbbell Rows (One-Arm)
3 sets x 10 reps each
Row to hip, not shoulder. Keep core tight
Deadlifts (Light Weight)
3 sets x 8 reps
Hinge at hips, keep bar close to body. Learn form first!
🔵 Barbell / Dumbbell Bicep Curls
3 sets x 12 reps
No swinging. Control the negative (lowering)
🔵 Hammer Curls
3 sets x 12 reps
Palms facing each other, works brachialis
Day 3

Legs

Lower Body
🟢 Barbell Squats
4 sets x 10 reps
Go below parallel if mobility allows. Chest up, knees out
🟢 Leg Press
3 sets x 12 reps
Feet shoulder-width, don't lock out knees
🟢 Romanian Deadlifts (Dumbbell)
3 sets x 10 reps
Feel hamstring stretch, slight knee bend
🟢 Walking Lunges
3 sets x 12 each leg
Take big steps, back knee nearly touches ground
🟢 Leg Curls (Machine)
3 sets x 12 reps
Squeeze at top, slow on the way down
🟢 Standing Calf Raises
4 sets x 15 reps
Full range of motion, pause at top
Day 4

Shoulders + Core

Stability Day
🟠 Overhead Dumbbell Press (Seated)
3 sets x 10 reps
Press straight up, don't arch lower back
🟠 Lateral Raises
3 sets x 15 reps
Light weight, raise to shoulder height only
🟠 Front Raises (Dumbbell)
3 sets x 12 reps
Alternate arms, control the movement
🟠 Face Pulls (Cable/Band)
3 sets x 15 reps
Great for posture. Pull to face, elbows high
🌱 Plank Hold
3 sets x 30-45 sec
Keep body straight, don't let hips sag
🌱 Hanging Knee Raises / Crunches
3 sets x 15 reps
Slow and controlled, exhale as you crunch
🌱 Russian Twists
3 sets x 20 reps (10 each side)
Lean back slightly, twist from core not arms

Beginner Tips

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Form first. Use light weights for the first 2 weeks. Watch YouTube tutorials for each exercise.

Rest between sets: 60-90 seconds. For compound lifts (squats, bench), take up to 2 minutes.

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Progressive overload: Add 2.5 kg every 1-2 weeks. Small increments = big results over time.

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Rest days matter. Muscles grow during recovery. Take 3 rest days per week (light walking is fine).

Daily Routine

Structure your day for maximum results. Consistency beats perfection.

6:30 AM

Wake Up

Drink 2 glasses of warm water. No phone for first 15 minutes.

6:45 AM

Morning Walk / Light Stretch

15-20 min brisk walk or dynamic stretching. Gets blood flowing.

7:15 AM

Breakfast

High protein breakfast as per diet plan. Don't skip this meal.

8:00 AM

College / Work

Stay active. Take stairs, walk between classes. Avoid sitting for 2+ hours straight.

10:00 AM

Mid-Morning Snack

Fruits + nuts. Keep a small box in your bag.

1:00 PM

Lunch

Balanced meal with protein, carbs, veggies. Eat slowly, chew well.

4:30 PM

Pre-Workout Snack

Protein shake or light snack 30-45 min before gym.

5:30 PM

Gym Time

60-75 min session. Warm up 5 min, workout, cool down with stretching.

7:00 PM

Post-Workout

Hydrate well. Optional: protein shake if you didn't hit your protein target.

8:00 PM

Dinner

Light, high-protein dinner. Avoid heavy fried foods at night.

9:30 PM

Wind Down

No screens 30 min before bed. Read, journal, or light stretching.

10:30 PM

Sleep

7-8 hours minimum. Sleep is when your muscles actually grow. Non-negotiable.

Progress Tracker

What gets measured gets managed. Log your weight weekly.

Weekly Weight Log

Aim to lose 0.5-0.75 kg/week. Slow and steady wins the race.

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Tips & Common Mistakes

Learn from others' mistakes. Stay smart, stay consistent.

Common Mistakes

Eating too little

Crash diets kill muscle. You need a moderate deficit (~500 kcal below maintenance), not starvation. At 94 kg, eating 1200 kcal will backfire.

Skipping protein

Indian diets are naturally carb-heavy. You must actively add protein sources (eggs, chicken, paneer, dal, whey) to every meal.

Ego lifting

Nobody cares how much you bench on day 1. Bad form = injuries = weeks off the gym. Start light, learn the movement.

Ignoring legs

Leg exercises (squats, deadlifts) burn the most calories and release the most growth hormones. Never skip leg day.

Relying on supplements

Whey protein is a convenience, not magic. BCAAs, fat burners, mass gainers are mostly marketing. Food first, always.

What Actually Works

Consistency over intensity

4 decent workouts/week for 6 months beats 7 brutal days followed by quitting. Show up even when you don't feel like it.

Track your food (at least initially)

Use a free app like HealthifyMe for 2-3 weeks to understand portion sizes. You'll be surprised how much oil and sugar sneaks in.

Hydration is non-negotiable

Drink 3-4 liters of water daily. Dehydration kills performance, recovery, and even makes you feel hungrier. Carry a bottle everywhere.

Sleep is a superpower

7-8 hours of quality sleep. Growth hormone peaks during deep sleep. Poor sleep = higher cortisol = more belly fat. No shortcut around this.

Take progress photos

The scale lies. You might gain muscle and lose fat at the same weight. Take photos every 2 weeks, same lighting, same pose.

"The best time to start was yesterday. The second best time is now."

You're already ahead of 90% of people just by having a plan. Now execute it.