More Than Muscle: Fitness for Your Mind
Fitness is about more than just numbers on a scale. It's about showing up for yourself, finding calm in the movement, and building a mindset that's truly 'Tagda'.
What is self-love? It's more than just pampering. It's tough love. It's the discipline to say no to things that don't serve you and to make choices that support your growth. Discipline is self-love.
I used to think I was crazy for talking to myself, but it's actually a powerful tool. Positive self-talk can boost focus, lower anxiety, and improve performance. I'm constantly motivating myself during workouts with words of affirmation.
When life feels like it's spinning out of control, remember the one thing you can always control is how you treat yourself. How you show up for your body and your inner child, especially on the hard days, is your true power.
I don't make new year's resolutions; I have affirmations. This year, it's "I am wise." It's a simple but powerful statement that helps me make decisions with grace and compassion. What would your affirmation be?
Self-love is choosing to do the hard things. It's working out when you could take it easy. It's eating a meal that makes your body feel good. It's celebrating small wins and honoring your journey just as it is.
Physical activity boosts your mood by increasing levels of serotonin and dopamine. Here I am doing barbell squats, a great way to release those feel-good chemicals and fight off feelings of depression.
Exercise helps reduce stress and anxiety by lowering stress hormones like cortisol and increasing endorphins. Movements like weighted push-ups and deadlifts are powerful natural mood boosters.
About this collection
My approach to training isn't about counting reps to hit a target. It's about practicing 'Tagda Raho'—a philosophy where we use functional tools like Gada and Mudgars to break through mental barriers, not just physical ones. Every movement is a deliberate choice to show up for yourself.
Physical exercise is one of the most effective ways to regulate your nervous system. Whether we are working on mobility at my Indiranagar turf facility or focusing on Hyrox race conditioning, the primary goal is always the mental high. When you learn to handle the discomfort of a heavy Gada swing or the burn of a sled push, you are actually training your brain to handle stress, anxiety, and the unexpected challenges of daily life.
I treat fitness as an exercise in self-love. That means we don't punish our bodies with endless cardio; we fuel them with purpose. I help you build a routine that fits your life, whether that is through structured sessions at Chakra Athletica or remote coaching that keeps you accountable when you are traveling.
We often focus on 'discipline' as a rigid concept, but here, it is soft. It is simply keeping a promise to yourself. If you are starting from zero or recovering from an injury, we go slow. We focus on form, we build a mind-muscle connection, and we listen to what you need on any given day. You don't need to be perfect to start. You just need to be present.
Sheri Peri
I'm Sheri. I've been on both sides of this journey—the injuries, the mental highs, and the days where showing up feels impossible. I’m here to help you move, breathe, and find the 'Tagda' within, not because you have to, but because you deserve to feel capable.
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