Thakur Anoop Singh – an actor, fitness model, and Mr. India bodybuilding champion. These are just some of the achievements Thakur boasts in his remarkable career.
Initially, Thakur studied and worked to become a pilot. At the age of 19, he fulfilled his biggest ambition; earning his pilot license. But this dream was short-lived.
After a recession in India hit, Thakur was forced to pursue a different career path in order to make ends meet. It was here that he began fantasizing about the idea of becoming an actor.
Fast forward to 2015, and Thakur achieved all of his dreams and more. He won three major bodybuilding shows that year, alongside becoming one of the most recognized TV personalities in India
Bodybuilding Achievements
2015
Fit Factor Mr. India Champion
Mr. Asia 2015
Mr. World 2015
Thakur’s Background
Growing up, Thakur Anoop Singh dreamed of becoming a pilot. After high school, his dreams became a reality. He earned his pilot license at the age of 19 and began flying across the skies of his native India.
Unfortunately for Thakur though, this period didn’t last long. Around this time, the worldwide recession was in full swing, and the airline sector in India was heavily affected by it.
As a result, Thakur had to abandon his career as a pilot and pursue something else. “I just had to be sure that whatever I chose to do next, I needed to surrender myself to it and enjoy doing it.” – Thakur Anoop Singh
New Chapter in Bodybuilding
In order to break the image he’d created, Thakur decided to start training in the gym to get in shape.
With the help of his friend Rohit Shetty, who was a professional bodybuilder, Thakur was able to quickly transform how he looked.
As he saw his transformation unfold in front of his own eyes, Thakur became ‘obsessed’ with bodybuilding. Over time, he was able to sculpt an amazing physique.
This spurred him on to take a new challenge in his fitness journey – competing in a fitness & bodybuilding show on the stage. Thakur saw this as an ideal way to test his physique against other aspiring athletes.
Thakur’s Workout Routine
Monday
Fasted Cardio 45 minutes
Abs Crunches, Leg Raises, Cables
Shoulders Overhead Press, Lateral Raises, Shrugs, Arnold Press, Front Raises
Calf’s Standing Calf Raise, Seated Calf Raise
Tuesday
Fasted Cardio 30 minutes
Gymnastics 30 minutes
Legs (Quads) Squats, Leg Press, Leg Extension
Wednesday
Fasted Cardio 30 minutes
Abs Leg Raises, Crunches, Sit-ups
Chest and Triceps Bench Press, Incline/Decline Press, Fly’s, Tricep Pushdown
Thursday
Legs (hamstrings+calfs) Leg Curl, Lunges, Stiff Leg Deadlift, Standing/Seated Calf Raise
Steam 30 minutes
Sauna 30 minutes
Friday
Fasted Cardio 30 minutes
Gymnastics 30 minutes
Back and Biceps Deadlift, Pullup, Lat pulldown, Rowing, Bicep Curl, Hammer Curl
Saturday Rest
Sunday
Legs Squats, Leg Press, Leg Extension
Dieting for Mr. World
Much like with his training, Thakur had to completely overhaul his diet in order to win the 2015 Mr. World contest. Prior to the show, Thakur didn’t pay a lot of attention to the quality of the foods he was eating. He knew this had to change.
One of the first things Thakur changed in his diet was drastically reducing carbs. He then added a lot of high-quality proteins and fats to ensure optimal energy levels and muscle growth. Thakur would eat 40 egg whites and 1,5 kilograms of chicken every day during this stage.
24-hours prior to the contest, Thakur completely cut out his water intake in order to achieve a shredded look. Then, one hour before stepping on the stage, he did what is called a ‘carb fill.’
Thakur Anoop Singh’s Diet
Meal Time Description
Meal 1 9 am Whey Protein- 2 scoops, oats, and 10 egg whites
Meal 2 1 pm 300 gms chicken breast with vegetables, 5 egg white omelet, 200gm sweet potato with lemon ice tea or watermelon slices
Meal 3 4 pm Same as Meal 2
Meal 4 6 pm Oats, Whey Protein- 2 scoops, 10 egg whites, 1 scoop pre-workout
Meal 5 10 pm 300 g chicken breast, salad, 6 egg whites
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