Featuring Dipti Pore in Exeleon Women Magazine’s Impactful Women in Fitness Edition, redefining strength and resilience.
For Dipti Pore, fitness did not begin as a long-term goal or a carefully planned path. It started as a way to cope with the demands of a high-pressure IT career. What began as a simple outlet for stress gradually evolved into something far more meaningful.
Over time, training became a source of strength, not just physically, but mentally. The discipline she built through consistent effort pushed her beyond the boundaries of routine fitness and into competitive sport. Today, balancing her roles as an IT professional, coach, and athlete, Dipti represents a mindset that goes beyond aesthetics. Her journey is about performance, resilience, and continuously challenging her own limits.
1. What sparked your fitness journey?
My fitness journey started as a way to manage stress from my IT job, but it quickly became something much bigger. I realized how powerful training made me feel, not just physically but mentally.
Over time, that passion turned into discipline, and discipline turned into a desire to constantly challenge myself. That is what pushed me from being a regular fitness enthusiast to competing as a hybrid athlete and powerlifter.
2. Which achievement means the most to you?
Both achievements are special in different ways. Winning in powerlifting proved my strength and consistency, while finishing Hyrox challenged my endurance and mental toughness.
If I had to choose, Hyrox stands out because it pushed me out of my comfort zone. It taught me that I am capable of much more than I think, especially when things get uncomfortable.
3. What does your typical training week look like?
My training is built around variation and balance. I do three strength training sessions focused on powerlifting movements such as deadlifts, squats, and presses.
Alongside that, I include running and metabolic conditioning through Zumba, outdoor runs, and functional circuits. I also practice yoga for mobility and recovery.
Balancing strength and endurance is all about smart programming and listening to my body so I can perform well without burning out.
4. What has been the biggest challenge in your journey?
One of the biggest challenges has been balancing time and energy while managing multiple roles, working in IT, coaching, and training at a high level.
As a woman in fitness, there is also a constant need to prove strength and capability. I pushed through by staying consistent, focusing on my goals, and not letting outside opinions define my limits.
5. What is the most common mistake beginners make?
The most common mistake is trying to do everything at once without understanding the basics. People often jump into intense workouts without building proper form or consistency first.
My advice would be to start simple, stay consistent, and focus on mastering the fundamentals. Results come from discipline, not shortcuts.
6. What are your goals for the next 2 to 3 years?
My goal is to grow both as an athlete and as a coach. As an athlete, I want to compete at higher levels in hybrid events and continue progressing in strength.
As a coach, I want to help more people build sustainable fitness lifestyles and create a strong community around training. I also want to inspire more women to lift, run, and feel confident in their strength.
