Who am I?
I’m Piyush Harmalkar, the founder of Fitnik — and I’m on a mission to help you build a body you’re proud of, without giving up the food and lifestyle you love. At 21, fitness isn’t just my passion — it’s my purpose. I’ve dedicated myself to understanding how to transform not just bodies, but mindsets. I know what it’s like to want results without feeling restricted or overwhelmed. That’s why I created Fitnik — a coaching platform that blends science-backed training, flexible nutrition, and daily accountability to help you achieve sustainable fat loss or muscle gain. Whether you’re a foodie, a busy student, or just tired of starting over, I’m here to guide you — not just as a coach, but as someone who genuinely gets it. Welcome to the Fitnik lifestyle — Building Unbreakable
My Journey
My fitness journey began on June 11, 2021, in the simplest place — my home. With no fancy equipment or deep knowledge, just a drive to change. Less than a year later, on May 3, 2022, I joined a gym — and that’s where the real transformation began. I started with zero experience, no guidance, and a lot of self-doubt. But step by step, rep by rep, I built not just muscle, but discipline and belief in myself. From that humble beginning, I went on to: • Compete 3 times in intercollegiate bodybuilding • Step on stage 2 times at the state level • Represent myself 2 times on the national stage • And proudly compete once in ICN (I Compete Natural) Every competition, every mistake, every drop of sweat taught me something that no textbook ever could. And now, I’ve turned that experience into Fitnik — a coaching brand built to help people like you achieve their goals, no matter where you’re starting from. If I could go from home workouts to the national stage, imagine what’s possible for you.
My Inspiration
When I started my fitness journey, I was skinny — just 49 kgs — and like many, I simply wanted to get in better shape. But what truly sparked the fire in me was watching someone I’ve always looked up to: Cristiano Ronaldo. His unmatched discipline, work ethic, and world-class physique showed me what’s possible when you fully commit to a goal. How it helped me Inspired by his lifestyle, I made a promise to myself on May 3, 2022 — the day I joined the gym — that I would level up every aspect of my life. Since that day: • I haven’t sipped alcohol • I’ve never smoked a cigarette • I’ve completely cut out soft drinks All because I knew who I wanted to become. I’ve now gone from 49 kgs to 73 kgs of lean, strong, and healthy weight — but more importantly, I’ve built a mindset that doesn’t quit. While I’ve drawn motivation from role models like Ronaldo, the biggest inspiration was always the future version of myself — the one I promised to show up for every single day. And now, through Fitnik, I help others make that same promise to themselves — and keep it.
