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Paras Bajaj’s life changed at 18 with a cancer diagnosis after opening his gym. Despite treatment, he returned cancer-free and achieved a 220 kg deadlift.
Uttarakhand-Based Young Gym Owner Beats Cancer At 18, Hits 220kg Deadlift On Remission. (Instagram)
Paras Bajaj’s life took a dramatic turn when he was diagnosed with cancer at 18, just as he was achieving his dream of opening a gym. Despite enduring chemotherapy and surgery, he returned to his gym with a newfound sense of purpose. Now cancer-free, he’s focused on regaining his strength and motivating others with his courageous journey, recently achieving an impressive deadlift of 220 kgs.
In an interview with Humans of Bombay, Paras revealed that he dropped out of school in the 12th grade, as he was more interested in fitness than studies. He then went to Delhi and joined an academy where he learned that fitness wasn’t just about physical transformation, but also about discipline and purpose.
With his own body undergoing a remarkable change, Paras was helping others achieve their fitness goals, and life seemed to be falling into place. He later got a government start-up loan and opened his gym in Sitarganj, Uttarakhand, fulfilling his dream.
However, his success story was short-lived. Just two months after opening his gym, he found that he had cancer. The chemotherapy that followed took a toll on his body, causing him to lose his strength, muscles, and hair, leaving even simple tasks like lying down a challenge. However, on April 30, 2024, after enduring months of intense treatment, Paras underwent surgery in Chandigarh, and 12 days later, the life-changing words “You’re cancer-free” brought him a surge of hope and renewal.
Still in recovery, Paras made a remarkable comeback to his gym just six weeks post-surgery, fueled by a fresh sense of determination. He stepped back into the gym, resolute to rebuild his strength one rep at a time – and now he’s crushing deadlifts with 220 kgs.
“Today, when I look back, I’m proud of my scars. Cancer didn’t take away my dream. It made me stronger. And in this journey I’ve learnt that time can change everything, but if your will is strong-you can rebuild anything,” he said.
The comments section of the post was flooded with messages of admiration and support for Paras. Many were inspired by his journey from adversity to triumph, praising his remarkable determination and resilience in the face of life’s greatest challenges.
One user commented, “Your story is pure grit and grace. From chasing gains to fighting cancer—you didn’t just build a body, you built a legacy. Salute, brother.”
“I am so proud of you! Keep growing!” another said. “Awesome comeback,” added the third one.
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