Have you ever wondered if one person’s vision can reshape an entire space? This is the story of Vaishali Bhoir, who built her dream gym from scratch and became an IFBB Pro along the way.
Watch the video below to see where it all began—inside Creed Culture Gym, with Into Wellness.In this short clip, you see her standing next to rows of Realleader USA machines, talking with Ritesh Mahindrakar, Founder of Into Wellness, about how she turned a lockdown struggle into a living, breathing, iron-pumping community in Mumbai.
It’s easy to see a pro athlete posing with fancy equipment and think, “Well, it must have always been easy for her.” But when you look at the whole picture, you realise the truth: every plate, every machine, every inch of floor at Creed Culture Gym in Kandivali, “Mumbai” was built through determination, discipline, and a promise Vaishali made to herself when the world was shut at the time of covid-19.
The Video: A Glimpse into Grit
In the video you can see Vaishali as a successful gym owner but her journey has been full of challenges and learnings. In 2020 when Covid-19 lockdowns closed every commercial gym across the world, athletes like Vaishali lost more than a work-out stop. In the pressure she reimagined her life and that’s where her dream was born.
“I tried home workouts, I tried everything, but as an athlete, it just wasn’t enough.”
This single line from her interview is striking. For most people, skipping the gym for a few weeks or months feels like an inconvenience. For a pro bodybuilder with a strict regime and precise biomechanics, it feels devastating. For Vaishali, every lost set was a reminder that waiting wasn’t an option, she decided to turn frustration into a blueprint for something bigger.
From Lockdown Barriers to Gym Foundations
During the lockdown, when she found herself stuck and unable to work out while the days kept slipping by, a thought crossed her mind, what if she could build a space for herself and for everyone else who are just as dedicated to their workouts as she is?
She didn’t want to create just another gym with a few treadmills and basic equipment. Her goal was to build a highly functional space with top-quality equipment, a gym that motivates people to push harder, stay consistent, and truly reach their goals.
Her vision was clear, her gym had to match the standards of the world-class gyms she had trained overseas. She wanted to create something polished, a place built for serious lifters, where she and anyone truly dedicated could push themselves and reach their fitness goals without compromise.
Finding the Right Equipment Partner: A Chance Message
We often talk about the power of social media for building your brand. But sometimes, social media builds your dreams too. Vaishali didn’t have a background in gym ownership. She turned to her Instagram community for advice.
She posted a story asking for recommendations on the best strength training machines in India. And that’s when a doctor, one of her followers suggested she check out Into Wellness and the RealLeader USA range.
She took the next step and travelled to Pune to see the Into Wellness showroom for herself. She didn’t just walk around glancing at machines, she tested every pull, felt each weight stack, and checked the biomechanics to be sure they met her standards.
By the end of that visit, she knew she had found the right equipment partner. That first meeting in Pune set the foundation for what would soon become Creed Culture Gym.
Creed Culture, Kandivali: A Place Built for Serious Training
Today, Creed Culture Gym in Kandivali, “Mumbai” is far more than just a place to work out, it’s a space built with a clear purpose: to help dedicated athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and professionals train at a standard that truly challenges them.
Every detail, from the placement of the RealLeader USA strength machines to the open workout floor, is designed to create a highly functional environment. There’s no wasted space and no unnecessary distractions, just the right setup for focused, effective training.
Vaishali was determined that her gym wouldn’t feel like the typical local setups with mismatched equipment and cramped corners. She wanted Creed Culture to match the experience she had felt in top international gyms, the kind that are serious yet welcoming for anyone ready to put in real work.
Even celebrities who train here appreciate how the layout and discipline of the space naturally allow them to work out in privacy, without attracting unnecessary attention. They experience the same serious atmosphere as everyone else, with the added assurance that their comfort and privacy are respected.
It’s the thoughtful combination, premium-grade equipment, a practical layout, and a training-first culture, that makes Creed Culture different from most commercial gyms “in India”. For anyone serious about building real strength and staying injury-free, it’s a rare space in India’s fitness landscape.
The atmosphere, built on discipline and respect for the process, naturally pushes people to stay committed to their goals.
A Rare Space Run by a Rare Woman
In India, you’ll find plenty of gyms run by corporate franchises or male athletes. But a hardcore, premium bodybuilding gym built and run by a woman? That’s rare.
Vaishali didn’t just build a business; she built a home for herself and others like her. She turned her own struggle into an opportunity to rewrite what a serious training environment can look like.
She’s on that gym floor every single day, pushing her limits right alongside everyone else. She’s never sitting behind an office desk while others train.
The Pro Physique: Forged on RealLeader USA
What makes Vaishali’s story stand out is how dedicated she stayed to her vision. Throughout the three and a half years she was building Creed Culture, she trained exclusively within its four walls. Not once did she have to depend on another gym, every rep, every lift, every transformation happened right there on RealLeader USA machines.
“Whatever I am today, I owe it to these “gym” machines. They’ve helped me build this physique without a single injury.”
Every leg press, hack squat, row, and pulldown she did was on her RealLeader USA equipment. For her, the quality wasn’t optional, it was survival. Heavy lifts demand biomechanical accuracy. Compound leg movements especially can destroy your knees if the angles are off.
With these machines, Vaishali trained safely, even when pushing her body to the edge. That dedication earned her the coveted IFBB Pro card, won at the 2022 Amateur Olympia India, where she became the only Indian woman to take home a Pro Card in Bikini Fitness.
Remote Coaching That Actually Worked
Another twist in her story is her bond with legendary coach George Farah. While George was a thousand miles away, Vaishali kept him updated through detailed videos.
Every lift was filmed at Creed Culture and sent for review. The consistency of the RealLeader USA machines made this possible, George knew exactly what angles she was hitting and could tweak her form or programming with total confidence.
It’s proof that a solid training environment plus the right mentorship brings out serious results.
Creed Culture Today: A Community That Lifts Together
If you look at Creed Culture Gym on Instagram, you’ll see how far it has come. New members get the right guidance to start their fitness journey properly, while experienced athletes continue to train seriously and achieve their goals. The atmosphere is supportive and disciplined, with quality equipment and an environment that helps everyone stay focused. It’s a place where people can genuinely work on their strength and progress, no distractions, just a commitment to real training.
The Road Ahead for IFBB Pro Vaishali Bhoir
Today, Vaishali is an IFBB Pro athlete and has already achieved what many dream of in the Indian female bodybuilding space. She knows there is still a long way to go, and she plans to keep working hard, both as an athlete and as a gym owner. Her goal is to grow Creed Culture further, build more spaces where people can train seriously, and inspire more young women to feel confident and strong. She’s a reminder that with discipline and the right vision, it’s possible to create something meaningful and make a real impact.
One Vision, One Gym, One Community That Lifts Together
When you look back at where it all started, one athlete stuck during lockdown, refusing to let her dream body slip away, it’s incredible to see how far Vaishali Bhoir has come. Today, The Creed Culture stands as one of the best gyms in Mumbai.
Vaishali has created an environment that feels raw yet refined. You’ll find proper guidance for your first day if you’re a beginner, and the best equipment and culture if you’re an experienced lifter. If you’ve ever wondered what a real gym should look like, Creed Culture Gym in Kandivali is exactly that place. If you’re serious about hitting your true fitness goals, this is where you should be training. It’s a space built by someone who knows what it really takes and gives you everything you need to put in the work and get there.
