Careers in Fitness, INFS Alumni Interview Series

When Her Body Said Stop, She Chose To Rebuild Herself

There comes a time in many people’s lives—especially women—when their body starts to change in ways they don’t fully understand. They feel heavier, more tired, and not quite themselves, even though they’re doing everything “right.” Eating healthy, staying active, going for walks, maybe even jogging. Yet somehow, the body doesn’t respond like it used to.

For many, this starts to happen around the time of menopause. It can be frustrating and even disheartening. You’re putting in the effort, but your energy is low, the weight isn’t budging, and worst of all, you don’t feel in control anymore.

But here’s the truth: It’s never too late to take back control. And sometimes, a setback can become the turning point that changes your entire life.

This is the story of Nidhi Sharma, a woman who faced these exact challenges—and turned them into her strength.

 

She Always Believed in Taking Care of Herself

Nidhi was someone who always prioritized her health. She made sure to eat clean, stayed active, went for regular walks, jogged, and did cardio. Health and wellness were not new to her. She knew the importance of movement and clean eating, and she followed those principles sincerely.

But as she approached menopause, things slowly started shifting. She noticed that, despite doing all the things she always had, her body fat was increasing. She felt more tired than usual. It didn’t make sense.

And then came the diagnosis: hypothyroidism.

 

A Tough Phase—But She Didn’t Quit

Getting diagnosed with hypothyroidism was a difficult moment. It explained the weight gain and fatigue, but it didn’t make it any easier. Nidhi started medication and decided to push herself even harder.

She began running more, thinking that more cardio would help her drop the fat. But that only made things worse—her knees started hurting. Her body was signaling for help. She was doing everything she knew, but it wasn’t working anymore.

That’s when everything changed in April 2020, when she came across FITTR.

 

A New Chapter Begins

Nidhi came across FITTR and was blown away by the inspiring transformation stories. People just like her—real people—were changing their lives through knowledge, structure, and consistency.

Being a biophysicist research scholar before her marriage, the science behind these transformations fascinated her. The FITTR community spoke a language she understood—evidence-based, practical, and logical. She began following them closely.

She didn’t wait for the “perfect” time or the “perfect” body. She started where she was—with home workouts and quantified eating. And slowly, the changes began.

 

Real Results With The Right Knowledge from INFS

Her energy improved. Her body responded. She started feeling lighter, not just physically, but mentally too.

She realized this wasn’t just about working harder. It was about working smarter—with the right understanding of nutrition and fitness.

That’s when she decided to go a step further and enrolled in the INFS Diploma in Nutrition and Fitness. She wanted to learn everything the right way—and apply it to her own life. And it paid off.

 

18 Kilos Lost. Confidence Gained. Life Transformed.

With the right guidance and a deep understanding of her body, Nidhi lost around 18 kilos. She didn’t just drop weight—she reduced her body fat percentage, improved her joint health, and felt stronger and more in control than ever before.

And the most powerful part? She realized she could help others, too!

What helped her most was the INFS FTP session. She wanted to help others just like she helped herself. And she did! From someone who once struggled using a computer, she grew into someone who now effortlessly guides people online.

 

It’s Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself

Nidhi Sharma’s story is not just about weight loss. It’s about resilience, curiosity, and the desire to grow. It’s about refusing to let age, health conditions, or setbacks define you.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, too old to change, or too far gone to start—you’re not alone. And it’s okay to struggle, but it’s not okay to give up. That learning and growing have no age limit.

Remember, your journey can start today. Just like hers did.

 

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