The Turning Point: A Call for Change

For Prabha, the journey began at age 60, after a fall in the bathroom left her with a painful knee injury. Her doctor warned her the pain might be permanent. Limited mobility led to weight gain, which triggered thyroid and blood sugar issues. Meanwhile, her daughter, Manisha, had been on her own successful fitness journey with FITTR. Seeing her daughter’s transformation, Prabha began to wonder if a similar path was possible for her too.

“My daughter was my biggest inspiration. Watching her transform her life made me believe there was hope for me,” Prabha shared.

With Manisha’s encouragement and her diploma in nutrition and fitness from INFS, Prabha took her first steps toward health. Initially, these steps were small – simple exercises at home using light dumbbells – but they laid a foundation of strength and determination.

Building Strength: The Journey to Fitness

As Prabha grew stronger, she joined a gym and committed to a dedicated workout routine. Starting her journey at 73.4 kg, she gradually worked her way down to 53 kg. By age 62, she achieved a goal she once thought unattainable, winning a state powerlifting gold medal in Gujarat.

“Now, I train confidently and live a pain-free life. This new lifestyle has brought me joy and confidence. I even learned to drive and swim, skills I’d once only dreamed of. FITTR and Manisha changed my life, and I am forever grateful,” she shared.

Challenges Along the Way

Adjusting to weight training was challenging for Prabha initially, as was balancing her fitness regimen with family responsibilities and resisting food cravings. “It was hard to stay consistent, but seeing real progress helped me push past these hurdles,” Prabha explained. “Every small gain in strength and each decrease in pain motivated me to keep going.”

Her daughter’s constant encouragement helped her stay on track. “Manisha never let me give up, helping me focus on consistency over motivation,” she added.

The Diet and Exercise Plan

Under her coach and daughter’s guidance, Prabha followed a personalized diet plan that emphasized protein-rich meals, proper hydration, sufficient sleep, and six days of strength training per week. “I had a balanced diet that met my needs, carefully tailored by Manisha,” she noted.

Overcoming Setbacks

Fortunately, Prabha encountered few setbacks on her journey, thanks to Manisha’s unwavering support. “She was there to guide me through every moment of doubt,” Prabha shared.

Advice for Others Looking to Transform

Prabha’s advice for anyone beginning their own journey is that health isn’t optional. “If you love your family, staying healthy is a responsibility. Fitness is not just a choice; it’s a necessity. Life was given to us by God to live fully, not just to survive,” she said, urging others to make wellness a priority.

A New Lease on Life

Since achieving her weight loss goals, Prabha’s life has changed profoundly. Free from knee pain, she no longer needs thyroid or blood sugar medications and feels empowered to wear clothes she once only dreamed of. “This journey wasn’t just about losing weight; it was a journey of self-worth and growth,” Prabha said. “My transformation inspires others, and that recognition is the greatest reward.”

Prabha’s journey from struggling with pain and health issues to becoming a powerlifting champion and fitness advocate is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to take charge of your health.