My Transformation Story at 44: Not Just Physical, But Mental & Emotional Too

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My Transformation Story at 44: Not Just Physical, But Mental & Emotional Too

By Shailly Dutt
#infsscholar #fitat44

Introduction: More Than Just Weight Loss

When people talk about fitness transformations, most of them focus only on numbers—how many kilos lost, or how many inches shed.
But for me, the biggest transformation happened inside. At 44, I didn’t just lose fat—I gained confidence, mental strength, and a whole new perspective on life.

Starting Point: From Fat Loss to Self-Love

📍Start Weight: 65.2 kg
📍Current Weight: 62 kg
📍Body Fat: 14.1%
📍Skeletal Muscle Mass (SMM): 45.1%

I had always been on the chubbier side, and truthfully, I never really liked what I saw in the mirror. It all began 1.5 years ago when I took my first step with Coach Harshal Milani. My only goal back then? Fat loss.

Coach Harshal helped me start without judgment. And that made all the difference. That one step unlocked a journey I didn’t expect.

Pushing My Limits: Signing Up for a 100 KM Hell Race

Then came a wild decision:
I registered for the 100 KM HELL RACE. 🏃‍♀️💥

It was more than just a race—it was about testing my limits, mentally and physically.

To train for this, I needed guidance. That’s when I found Coach Shilpa Mehta. She was my rock—supporting me through every training session, cheering me on when I doubted myself, and pushing me to go beyond what I thought I could do.

And I did it—I completed the 100 KM race! 🏁💪
That moment didn’t just break physical barriers; it smashed long-held mental blocks.

New Chapter: Strength Training & Becoming a Coach

Currently, I’m in a new phase of my journey with Coach Sarina Pani—and it feels even more powerful.

From DAY ONE, I told her:
👉 “I want to become a Fittr Coach someday.”

Her response?
👉 “Then go for the INFS Diploma.”

And I did. That very day. 🎓🔥

Sarina is not just a coach—she’s a mentor. She educates me, answers all my questions (even when I message her 5 times a day 😅), and helps me grow—not just as a trainee, but as a future coach.

Overcoming Fears: Falling in Love with the Gym

Confession:
I used to avoid the gym. I was scared—intimidated by the machines, the crowd, the unfamiliarity.

But Sarina helped me face that fear head-on.
That very day, I walked into the gym—and I haven’t looked back since.

Today, after 6 months of 5:45 AM lifts, the gym feels like home. 🏋️‍♀️🌄
Strength training is no longer something I dread—it’s something I crave.

Final Thoughts: Transformation Beyond the Physical

This journey isn’t over.
I’m still learning. Still lifting. Still growing. 🌱

But today, I feel:
✅ Strong
✅ Confident
✅ Connected with myself

A Heartfelt Thank You

None of this would’ve been possible without:
🙏 Coach Harshal Milani – for helping me start.
🙏 Coach Shilpa Mehta – for guiding me through the toughest challenge.
🙏 Coach Sarina Pani – for mentoring me into the next phase of my journey.

And a special thank you to Jitendra Chouksey, the founder of Fittr, for building this life-changing platform. This community gave me the space to grow, transform, and most importantly—believe in myself. 💙