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Virat Kohli Turns 36: Virat Kohli's outstanding career is a testament to the importance of prioritizing diet and fitness in achieving longevity and success in professional sports. Throughout his notable journey, Kohli has consistently emphasized the importance of maintaining a rigorous fitness regimen and balanced diet.

The Indian batting superstar adheres to a strict diet that carefully excludes deep-fried and spicy foods, allowing him to optimize his performance on the field.

Today, November 5, marks a special day for cricket legend Kohli as he turns 36. As we celebrate this milestone birthday, let's delve into the key factors that have contributed to his enduring success.

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During an interview with Star Sports last year Virat Kohli opened up about his diet and food habits.

“When you are figuring out your fitness journey, you are trying to figure out all sorts of things, vitamins, extra hydration, protein, this, that, to a point where you figure out okay this is what works for me. This is the right balance," he said, as per the Indian Express.

Beyond his strict dietary regimen, Virat Kohli also prioritizes a grueling training schedule to maintain his exceptional physical condition. His rigorous fitness routine is meticulously designed to enhance strength, agility, endurance, and flexibility.

Kohli's intense workout sessions begin with a dynamic warm-up phase, designed to prepare his body for the rigors of physical training. This initial stage includes cardio-based exercises such as jogging, jumping jacks, and cycling, which elevate his heart rate and loosen his muscles.

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Virat Kohli offered a glimpse into the disciplined lifestyle he maintains, revealing the challenges of adhering to a strict diet.

 “I mean repetition is everything. So the basic challenge that I felt in terms of fitness, is food," he said.

“90 per cent of my food is all steamed, boiled. No masala. Only salt, pepper, and lime, that’s how I eat. I am not a big fanatic about the taste of food, I don’t care about the taste," Virat Kohli explained about his strict, plant-based diet.

“Salads, I enjoy with a bit of dressing. Pan-grilled is good with a bit of olive oil or whatever. No curries, I only eat dal (lentils), but no masala curries. I do, however, eat rajma and lobhiya; as a Punjabi can’t skip them," Virat Kohli added.