When life knocked her down—twice—Manisha Singh chose to rise stronger each time. Once an investment banker turned fitness model and coach, she was at the peak of her career when a medical setback left her paralyzed and questioning everything she knew about strength.In this deeply personal and powerful talk, Manisha Singh — Ms. Fitness India 2015 and MTV Roadies 2019 contestant — shares how she transformed her failures into fuel through resilience, mental conditioning, and self-belief. From battling postpartum weight gain to overcoming paralysis, she reveals how fitness is not just about sculpting your body but training your mind through neuroplasticity and discipline.Her story is a testament to one truth — strength is not what you show the world, it’s what you fight for in silence. Manisha Singh is a celebrated fitness champion, coach, and inspirational speaker who transformed her life through sheer grit and strength. Crowned Ms. Fitness India 2015, and known for her iconic stint on MTV Roadies 2019 as the only mom contestant to date, she is also a paralysis survivor who overcame immense physical challenges to reshape her body and spirit. Armed with certifications like AFAA, Les Mills (BODYCOMBAT & CXWORX), Reebok, TRX, and BOSU, Manisha is a licensed group and personal trainer, revered for empowering women through strength training and body transformation. Her journey—from "fat to fit"—serves as a powerful testimony to resilience, and her coaching philosophy centers on patience, perseverance, and self-belief. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx