India, May 18 -- It's a common misconception that fitness takes a back seat once motherhood begins. However, IAS officer Pari Bishnoi is proving that while the journey is challenging, it is incredibly rewarding. Also read | Want to lose pregnancy weight? Gynaecologist reveals 5 'simple, realistic' tips to shed some kilos after childbirth

The 30-year-old IAS officer, who hails from Rajasthan, took to Instagram in November 2025 to share an intimate look at her postpartum fitness journey, offering a dose of 'real talk' about the physical and mental hurdles of returning to the gym after childbirth.

Pari, who welcomed her child in February 2024, posted a montage of her workouts spanning her pregnancy and post-partum recovery. The video highl...