Fitness | MindsetFrom Personal Struggle to Professional Purpose
Author: Chand Baungally | Published: September 2025
When I look back at the past eleven years of my life, I see how what began as a personal quest has transformed into my deepest calling. My journey into fitness and personal growth has never been about certifications, titles, or external validation. It has always been about lived experience, and that remains my greatest strength.
I know the weight of self-doubt, the frustration of looking in the mirror and longing for change, and the uncertainty of not knowing where to begin. I also know the power of taking that first step, staying consistent, and watching small victories build into life-changing transformation. This is not knowledge learned in a book or classroom. It is knowledge I lived. That authenticity is what I now carry into my professional life.
Over the years, my belief has only deepened: true transformation is not about the body alone, it is about the mind. Fitness is not simply lifting weights, following routines, or chasing a number on the scale. It is about building a mindset that embraces discipline, resilience, and hope. When we tell ourselves we are capable, something shifts inside us.
That inner drive becomes our strongest asset. It strengthens our bodies, but it also strengthens our resolve. It teaches us to face challenges with courage and to create possibilities where we once saw limitations.
I could not keep this transformation to myself. I felt compelled to share it, to guide others, and to spark change in ways that might ripple outward into families, communities, and even generations. The impact of fitness, wellness, and personal discipline is too powerful to be contained within one life.
For me, the essence of coaching lies in seeing people exactly as they are, free of judgment, and helping them uncover the potential within. Everyone has a unique story and a personal reason for wanting to be healthier, stronger, or more confident. Some dream of building muscle, others simply want the energy to play with their children, to age with strength, or to pursue passions without feeling drained. The “why” is deeply personal, and when it is clear, it always outweighs the discomfort of hard work.
This is why I focus on creating healthy habits that last. It is never about temporary fixes or extreme routines. It is about cultivating daily practices that help you feel strong and alive. Fitness belongs to everyone, whether you are in your twenties, your fifties, or beyond. It is never too early or too late to take control of your wellbeing.
One truth I hold close is that everything begins with energy. Living the life you want, fulfilling your responsibilities, and enjoying your passions all require energy. It does not appear by chance. It must be managed with intention. Movement, nourishment, rest, and thought all shape the energy we carry. When we learn to manage it well, life opens in new ways. We no longer settle for existing. We flourish.
My passion is to teach this. Not only the exercises or the science of training, but also the mindset and spirit behind it. Fitness is not only about changing how you look, but transforming how you feel and how you live. It is about standing taller, not just in posture but in confidence. It is about shaping a version of yourself that reflects both strength and grace.
After eleven years of walking this path, I remain eager to keep learning, to keep growing, and to keep sharing. This work is more than a career. It is my life’s purpose. Every client I coach, every story of progress, every moment someone discovers their own strength fills me with gratitude.
My mission is simple: to inspire people to see that they are capable of more than they believe, to guide them toward habits that enrich their lives, and to pass on the energy and belief that once changed me. Because ultimately, this is not just about building bodies. It is about building lives.
Chand Baungally is a certified fitness coach with over 10 years of experience. She has has trained and supported 100s of people doing her career. She is now expanding her domain to include an online fitness business. In her free time, Chand enjoys peaceful moments with her dogs, self care and hiking in nature.
