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My Journey: From Beginner to National Powerlifting Champion

byShikha SinghOnline coaching available across IndiaStarts from6,000 per monthView full gallery

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.

A newspaper feature on my gold medal win at the National Master Powerlifting Championship. My success is built on the same principles I teach: hard work and dedication.

Displaying my medals and the supplements that fuel my performance. Proper nutrition and smart supplementation are key parts of my coaching and my own success.

From grueling hours in the gym to the podium at the Uttar Pradesh State Bench Press Competition. Success feels sweeter when the journey is hard.

About My Journey: From Beginner to National Champion

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.

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