My Journey: From Beginner to National Powerlifting Champion
I started lifting in my 40s, ignored the myths about getting 'bulky', and ended up with a national record. This is the path from learning the first lift to standing on the podium.
This shows my progress from a technically failed 115 kg lift to a successful 135 kg lift at the nationals just six months later. With the right guidance and consistent hard work, this is the kind of progress you can expect.
Setting a new national record in the deadlift. This wasn't a dream, it was the result of a clear goal and relentless training. I can help you set and achieve your own records.
Holding my gold medals from the UP States Classic Powerlifting Championship. This is a reminder that with the right coaching and a promise to yourself, you can achieve your goals.
A look at my journey to the National Classic Powerlifting Championship. It takes hard work, determination, and patience to get here, and I guide my clients through every step.
Despite injuries, I made it to the platform and competed. This sport is as much about mental toughness as it is about physical strength. I coach you to be resilient.
A glimpse into the National Masters Classic Powerlifting Championship in Kerala. Having my coach there made all the difference, showing the importance of expert guidance on competition day.
A proud moment, holding my national record deadlift medal. This 141 kg lift in the Master1 U63kg category is a testament to what's possible at any age.
About this collection
Most women come to me worried about getting 'bulky' or just wanting to tone up with light weights. My journey began with those same doubts until I stopped listening to fitness influencers and started listening to my body under a barbell. I went from a technically failed 115kg deadlift to a record-breaking 141kg in just six months. This isn't magic; it is the result of strict programming, video analysis, and refusing to settle for 'good enough' form.
I didn't start my fitness journey in my 20s. I started late, with the same hesitation many of you have. There was a time I believed that lifting heavy meant losing my femininity. I was wrong. The barbell doesn't care about your age or your excuses. It only cares about effort, consistency, and technique.
My path to the National Masters Classic Powerlifting Championship wasn't a straight line. There were injuries—shoulders, back, legs. There were days I wanted to quit. But I realized that real strength isn't just physical; it's about staying on the platform when things get tough. When I stood on that podium in Kerala as a gold medalist, it wasn't because I found a shortcut. It was because I followed a disciplined SBD (Squat, Bench, Deadlift) protocol, managed my fatigue, and fixed my form with the same rigour I now teach my clients.
Why this matters for your training: Whether you want to compete or just want to walk around with the confidence of someone who knows how to squat, you need a system. I don't give generic PDFs. I analyze your lift videos to fix that hip shift in your squat or the slack pull in your deadlift. We work on your peri-workout nutrition so you actually have the energy to push, and we deload properly so you don't burn out.
If you are ready to stop koodna (jumping) around with Zumba and start building actual muscle mass, I am here. Let's get you stronger, smarter, and platform-ready. No bakwas, just results.
Shikha Singh
I am a 46-year-old mother of two and a national gold medalist in powerlifting. I coach women to move past myths like 'spot reduction' and focus on building real, undeniable strength. If you are ready to do the work, I am ready to guide you.
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