Just recently Kapuso star  Dingdong Dantes celebrated his ninth week into "holistic," "transformative," and "challenging" exercise. And he does it to stay "healthy" physically, emotionally, and mentally.

According to Dingdong, buying a bike trainer is probably the "best investment" that he made when the lockdown started last year. 

"It has become a morning ritual, where good friends and I would share workouts—and even ideas on how to survive this Pandemic. In fact, my decision to pursue @dingdong.ph happened in one of these sessions," he shared on Instagram. 

But more than its physical benefits, he truly looks forward to his morning routine because it is something that he did not have the privilege of doing for the past 20 years due to the nature of his work.

"I also used this time to have the opportunity to listen to audiobooks, watch masterclasses, and reflect on spiritual videos," he added.

However, the husband of actress Marian Rivera found himself gradually missing his morning sessions that his weight reached an all-time high of 210 pounds or 95 kilograms. And because of this, there were days when he would feel kind of "sluggish, down and unmotivated."

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Not until last February, the Kapuso hunk actor decided to "recommit" himself to a lifestyle change with the help of some friends. 

"And in 9 weeks, I have lost 21 pounds. I am still on my way though to achieving my goal in the coming months," the 40-year-old actor said.

"It is definitely not easy, and it will definitely not get easier. But with the proper motivation— my loved ones and my work who truly deserve my best self— I know I will be able to reach my target. At the end of the day, this fitness journey is not only about looking good, but more importantly of feeling strong, sharp and of course…happy."