India, Jan. 23 -- In a city world-famous for its gridlock, one Bengaluru resident has sparked a viral debate by claiming that the traffic actually made him healthier. After enduring the gruelling 90-minute commute between Whitefield and Koramangala, the techie decided to stop "fighting" the congestion and overhauled his entire lifestyle. Tired of eating at his desk and skipping the gym because of a three-hour daily round-trip commute, he pivoted to a hybrid work model and early-morning workouts. His story has quickly gained traction online.

"Unpopular opinion: Bengaluru's traffic actually made me healthier," the Reddit user wrote. Telling his story, he posted, "I used to commute from Whitefield to Koramangala. 90 minutes each way on good...