Mumbai, Nov 21 (NationPress) Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who recently appeared in the streaming series ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’, is opening up about a significant challenge she faced in her life and successfully conquered.

On Friday, the actress shared two gym selfies on her Instagram account, showcasing her progress alongside her trainer as she flexed her trapezius and deltoid muscles.

In her caption, she provided insights into her journey towards developing a robust back. Initially, she would admire others with attractive backs and believe it was an unattainable goal for herself, attributing her struggles to her genetics. However, a turning point came when she decided to take control and began her journey of back strengthening.

She expressed, “Action mode. Beast mode. A few years ago, I had almost resigned myself to the idea that I could never achieve a strong back. I genuinely felt it wasn’t something I could inherit. I would watch others with impressive backs and think, ‘That’s not going to be my reality.’ But I was mistaken, and I’m thankful for that. Now, I’m proud to show my progress because the effort it took to reach this point was immense. It required showing up on days when I lacked motivation, when results seemed elusive, and when quitting would have been easier. Building muscle is vital—not only for physical appearance but also for how we live, move, and age. As we mature, strength training should become your ally.”

“Strength training has been more beneficial to me than anything else. It instilled discipline and patience, teaching me that ‘not in the genes’ is merely an excuse we tell ourselves until we prove otherwise. If you’re nearing the edge of giving up, hold on. Your future self will be immensely grateful for your perseverance,” she added.

This actress has faced health challenges in recent years, having been diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder called myositis.