Pericles, 40 kilos lighter, continues to fight obesity at his own pace: “I’m in no hurry” | interviews

Singer Pericles has already lost 40 kilos, but he is continuing his weight loss process. The 54-year-old samba singer, whose EP will be released in October calendar, remains firm and deliberate, with the aim of improving the quality of life. He points out that “Obesity is a disease and you should always take care of it, like everything else in life.”

Weight loss did not happen overnight. Pericles started taking care of himself before the epidemic and today he is reaping the fruits of the decision. Exercise and nutritional re-education were part of the habit change, with medical follow-up, he is keen to stress.

“If your car breaks down, take it to the mechanic. For body care, our most prized possession, we need to look for someone who really knows this,” says the singer. He assumes: “I have a personal trainer, a cardiologist who helps me a lot with what I need, and nutritionists. It’s a ready-made group for everything to happen. I could never do it on my own.”

Following the planning of the professionals does not always go as well as Pericles would like, due to the routine of performances and other professional obligations. “It’s hard to follow, it’s not easy, no. I have a trash day and there I extrapolate a little,” he says. Straight ahead is the singer’s motto. “I’ve lost 40 kilos, as it should be in my way of thinking: slowly. I’m in no rush to lose weight,” he says.

“My biggest gain is being more able to do what I do. I have a better life and not just my professional activity. I feel like a better father, a better husband, a better friend. By taking care of myself, I can take care of people,” he says. Married to Lydian FariaHe has a 3-year-old daughter, Maria Helena, and is also the father of the singer Lucas Morato30 years of previous relationship.