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Listen up: Learn what helped this concert pianist get into the best shape of his life.

Ludovic Zamor, 30, is no stranger to challenges. He’s been studying piano since the age of three, and has been performing since he was seven. (yes, really)

As a teenager, the Canadian-American made his debut at New York’s Carnegie Hall.

The Details

But his biggest endeavor to date? Reshaping his mind and body after a 111 pound weight loss—just in time for his return to the stage last December.

Here’s what he did, in his own words: AROUND JANUARY 2020 , I weighed around 175 pounds. During lockdown, I steadily gained weight.

Why This Matters

At the time, it felt like everything in my life was piling up on me at once. I dealt with multiple losses and stressors in my personal life, my work life was suffering, and I wasn’t active at all. The main cause was my out-of-control eating habits.

This is the kind of health news that affects everyday decisions.

Key Takeaways

• I was eating anything I wanted in huge portions.
• I’d go through a drive-thru and order four sandwiches plus two large drinks.
• I’d get two large pizzas delivered, or eat multiple meals of Chinese food with sides in one sitting.
• I had no structure and no limits.

The Bottom Line

The Lightbulb Moment Then came a real turning point. I was in my car in a parking lot, and there happened to be a Porsche dealership nearby.

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