Confessions of a Bikini Pro

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Confessions of a Bikini Pro
The Confessions of a Bikini Pro Podcast is the only place where IFBB bikini pros share their struggles, strategies, stories, insights, and advice in a real, raw, and vulnerable setting. ​ ​The goal of this podcast is to educate, inspire, and remind other competitors, athletes, or the every day gym goer that even the most elite professionals face hardships, health problems, mental obstacles, and other adversities. All show notes, time stamps, links, and information can be found on this page, just search the athlete you want to listen to in the alphabetized categories section or keep scrolling. ​Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast if you love it as much as we do so we can continue spreading the message to people worldwide! And be sure to follow @celestial_fit on instagram too for behind the scenes, sneak peeks, and more! Tag her and the guests in your posts and stories loving on the podcasts too! Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode!
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Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:00:20 +0000
JESSICA DEXTER; Letting Go of Perfection, Self-Coaching Tips, Committing to Each Season

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Jessica Dexter, an online lifestyle/ bikini competition prep coach, who also offers posing coaching. She has been competing for four years and earned her Pro card at 2021 North Americans after coaching her self. Her bodybuilding journey has been her saving grace and she wants to encourage other women to have the strength to take care of themselves mentally and physically despite life's obstacles!

TOPICS COVERED

-mental health

-maintaining healthy relationships/dating as a competitor

-client/coach relationships

-being self-coached

-learning from your mistakes

-committing to improvement season

-meeting clients where they’re at

-confidence on stage

-posing year round

-it takes a village

CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

Website: http://www.celestial.fit

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

CONNECT WITH JESSICA:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess_ifbbpro/

TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

3:48 lessons learned through bodybuilding

8:19 placing second at a pro show

11:40 committed to improvement season

17:01 life before bodybuilding

21:20 advice for prepping yourself

26:20 collaborating with her coach

30:40 non-negotiables for coaching yourself

33:14 developing posing routines

39:35 goals for competing

43:20 going through a divorce

46:34 dating as a bodybuilder

49:30 it takes a village

55:24 advice for competitors

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Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:00:20 +0000
MADDY MICHIELSSEN; Comparison & Female Competition, Eating Disorder on Stage, Health First Approach

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Maddy Michielssen, the CEO of Mpowered Fitness, who earned her Pro card at 2023 Nationals with the Overall win. She grew up a Ballet dancer with the Orlando Ballet before quitting at the age of 15 and took up weight training & wakeboarding. After a major accident, she put wakeboarding to bed and got into college at the University of Florida. She began training clients then, but also battled with her own eating disorder. After moving home and graduating, Maddy was put on a SLEW of medications, each with side effects, which lead her to I began on the journey to studying nursing as well as functional medicine. At that same time, she hired a bodybuilding coach and competed in her first show, knowing the feedback would be to gain weight.

Fast forward 4 years and she was healthy, thriving, and growing her own functional prep/lifestyle coaching business, FREE from medications and with a CLEAN bill of health. Maddy now uses her knowledge to empower, inspire, and cultivate healing and growth in other women -- whether they want to compete, get off of medication, or reconcile their relationship with food.

TOPICS COVERED

-her journey to self-love

-leveraging bodybuilding to heal

-posing/lifestyle/contest prep coaching

-having a family of bodybuilders/wellness advocates

-trusting yourself

-moving past the scale

-shifting mindset of bodybuilding

-being gracious

-dating as a competitor

-female competition

-gut issues

CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

Website: http://www.celestial.fit

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

CONNECT WITH MADDY:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madsmichiefitness/

TikTok: Madsmichiefitness

Youtube: madsmichiefitness

TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

7:30 getting into wakeboarding

10:30 healing eating disorder through bodybuilding

20:01 different approaches to tracking

30:05 positive reinforcement for negative actions

34:20 losing & finding your identity

46:35 beneficial habits

47:53 isolating in prep & dating

57:00 female competition

1:18:10 eating disorders and control

1:28:40 starting her business

1:34:35 how she works with clients

1:40:41 the biggest things people miss

1:47:17 changes in her last prep

1:51:20 advice for competitors

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https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/maddy-michielssen-comparison-female-competition-eating-disorder-on-stage-health-first-approach
Fri, 08 Mar 2024 08:00:06 +0000
AMANDA RIVAS; 'Ex Weeks Out' the Movie Competitors will Love, Authenticity with Yourself & Others, Childhood Impact on Personal Dreams

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Amanda Rivas, an actor, writer, filmmaker, comedian, and dog enthusiast. She is the writer & creator of EX Weeks Out - a film about bodybuilding and the strongest muscle of them all - the heart. Amanda competed in the NPC for nearly a decade with placings including everything from dead last to overall. Staying committed, consistent, and never giving up, she finally won her Pro car at Masters USAs in 2023.

Amanda is so open about her story and what led her to become the woman she is today. You don’t want to miss this interview!

TOPICS COVERED

-staying the course

-making yourself proud

-believing that your day is coming

-God’s plan

-learning through acting

-‘Ex Weeks Out’ Film

-no guarantees

-choose a path you’re comfortable with

CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

Website: http://www.celestial.fit

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

CONNECT WITH AMANDA:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandadoesitall/

Film: www.exweeksout.com

TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

5:30 keep going through No’s

12:15 experiences in childhood

16:12 God’s purpose

20:45 acting, filmmaking, and performing

23:20 ‘Ex Weeks Out’ Film

32:00 bodybuilding in media

39:40 favorite champions

43:00 Amanda’s plan

48:15 having doubts

54:10 long road to Pro

1:01:30 successful offseason

1:06:45 deciding to go enhanced

1:18:01 getting in the zone

1:20:35 Amanda’s husband

1:27:00 planning Pro debut

1:29:55 advice for competitors

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https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/amanda-rivas-ex-weeks-out-the-movie-competitors-will-love-authenticity-with-yourself-others-childhood-impact-on-personal-dreams
Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:00:40 +0000
MANUELITA ACUNA; God's Glory, Columbia to America, Injured Athlete to IFBB Pro

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Manuelita Acuña, a 20-year-old from Colombia, who has lived in the USA for 2.5 years. A former member of the Columbian National Trampoline team, she retired after winning the 2019 National championships and sustaining an injury. Who her mom came to visit her in March of 2022, she realized she wasn’t in a good spot mentally or physically, so she decided to make a change and began working out again. She began her bodybuilding journey in March of 2023 when she began coaching with Daniela Benitez.

She won the overall at her first show and then won her Pro card in December 2023 at Nationals, only her second show ever!

TOPICS COVERED

-health, discipline, passion, hard work,

-inspired to dream

-put in the work & trust in God

-trusting your coach

-being patient

-being an elite trampoline gymnast

-growing her relationship with God

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CONNECT WITH MANU:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manuacuna_ifbbpro/

TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

5:10 winning Pro at her second show

15:17 having a team you trust

19:30 being an elite level trampoline gymnast

23:35 finding bodybuilding

27:55 going from injured athlete to Pro

35:48 moving to another country

42:12 fear of judgement

50:34 trusting in God& giving him glory

56:00 life outside of bodybuilding

60:33 missing family

67:10 feedback after Pro card win

69:30 plans for the future

72:00 advice for competitors

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https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/manuelita-acuna-gods-glory-columbia-to-america-injured-athlete-to-ifbb-pro
Fri, 23 Feb 2024 08:00:29 +0000
JORDAN & DREW BRANNON; Everyone is a “Coach”, Trends of the Divisions, Honesty in Coaching, Balancing Marriage & Coaching

Today I speak with Jordan and Drew Brannon. Jordan was born & raised in Tampa, Florida. She has her Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science from the University of South Florida, where she also met her husband, Drew Brannon. Drew is from Miami, Florida. Like Jordan, he also has his Exercise Science degree from USF. After college, Jordan & Drew opened their own gym, Pinellas Ultimate Strength House. Five years later, they just moved their gym to a brand new space featuring top of the line equipment, a posing room and a member lounge.

Both Jordan & Drew are online coaches for Fit Body Fusion & travel frequently to support their athletes at shows. When not working, they enjoy spending time with their golden retrievers, Oliver and Penelope, cooking and a good glass of red wine!

TOPICS COVERED

-finding a REAL coach and what that actually means

-safety and efficiency in coaching

-patience and realistic progression

-the WHY behind everything

-spending time at shows

-shaping a bikini physique

-the roll of genetics

-coaching for Fit Body Fusion

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CONNECT WITH JORDAN & DREW:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayybrannon_ifbbpro/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewbrannon08/

Website: www.pinellasultimate.com

Website: www.fitbodyfusion.com

TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

5:56 addressing trends in the industry

9:30 coaching and training philosophies

13:38 what makes a good coach

17:32 changing trends at the national level

20:56 difference between a good athlete and a champion

23:44 the toll of coaching

35:05 prioritizing client health

38:40 politics in coaching

42:30 coaching for Fit Body Fusion

45:25 common misconceptions

47:59 hypothetical questions

60:00 rapid fire questions

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Sat, 17 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000
CASEY MARSHALL; Bikini as an Overall Package, Power of Mindset, Putting Health First, Coaching Camaraderie

Today I speak with IFBB Pro Casey Marshall, a coach of NPC/IFBB athletes and lifestyle clients for 13. She specializing in the overall package - presentation, glam, suit, sportsmanship and overall creating healthy happy athletes. Her team, Team Boss Bodies, has turned over 50 women pro and have had athletes win pro shows in masters and open. She is also the author of the book The Bikini Bible.

While treating each client as an individual, she also accounts for their mental health and discipline. Casey helps her clients navigate their normal life by making sure they are successful as a whole, not just on stage, keeping in mind their careers, life, and relationships.

TOPICS COVERED

-balance versus extremes

-setting realistic expectations and timelines

-bodybuilding as a subjective sport

-maintaining a positive image of yourself while trying to improve

-optimizing the improvement season

-paying attention to stage glam

-outgrowing a coach

-setting boundaries as a coach

-falling into comparison

-financial aspect of competing

-sponsorships & affiliate links

-loving your body on and off stage

CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

Website: http://www.celestial.fit

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

CONNECT WITH CASEY:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caseymfit/

Website: www.teambossbodies.com

TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

3:01 what makes a good coach

4:10 good athlete versus champion

12:13 maintaining health in all seasons

14:45 different approaches with different clients

21:30 taking personal lessons into coaching

24:05 having long-term athletes

33:25 the toll of coaching

38:20 managing mistakes

45:10 politics in bodybuilding

50:35 common misconceptions

53:20 hypothetical questions

1:14:00 rapid fire questions

1:19:26 genetics for bodybuilding

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https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/casey-marshall-bikini-as-an-overall-package-power-of-mindset-putting-health-first-coaching-camaraderie
Fri, 16 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000
DAVID DEMESQUITA; Functional Health, Balancing Hormones, Trusting your Coach, Truths about PEDs

Today I speak with David DeMesquita, a functional health coach on a mission to “make lives better”. For the past 8 years, he has helped people from a wide range of backgrounds to not just optimize internal systems, but ALSO achieve their best physiques ever. He has worked with some of the top Olympians in the IFBB and continues to help athletes of all ages and experiences. David has over 10 years of his own competitive bodybuilding experience, being coached directly by some of the best in the industry including the late Matt Porter and John Meadows, and Austin Stout. His love for the sport continues, as he continues sharing content on his YouTube channel with show predictions and division analysis.

Outside of fitness, David is a nerd, and enjoys playing various PC video games and watching anime. He enjoys weekend house projects and playing with his Bengal cats, Luke and Leia. He and his wife Caroline reside in Atlanta, Georgia.

TOPICS COVERED

-functional health & cortisol management

-balancing hormones & menstrual cycles

-longevity in bodybuilding

-recovering health naturally

-taking unnecessary risks

-truths about PEDs & SARMs

-stimulate use & cortisol levels

-capitalizing on opportunity

CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

Website: http://www.celestial.fit

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

CONNECT WITH DAVID:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dynamite_d/

david@demesquitanutrition.com

YouTube Channel: @DavidDeMesquita

tik tok: David DeMesquita

TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

8:20 optimizing bodybuilding prep

15:15 recovering from disordered eating

26:47 rushing to the result

35:40 usage of PEDs in female athletes

42:02 SARMs and side effects

46:45 longevity in the industry

56:16 primo entering the bikini community

1:03:30 measuring side effects of PEDs

1:05:45 managing cortisol

1:15:20 rapid fire questions

1:28:03 overuse of stimulants

1:34:31 the toll of coaching

1:46:50 common misconceptions

1:52:18 politics in bodybuilding

2:01:45 good athlete versus champion athlete

2:10:45 gut health and performance

2:29:20 being ready for stage

2:54:00 fertility

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https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/david-demesquita-functional-health-balancing-hormones-trusting-your-coach-truths-about-peds
Thu, 15 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000
LEXIE MAITLAND; Building Community, The Optimal Prep, When to Work with a Coach, Handling Post-Show

Today I speak with Lexie Maitland, a NASM certified CPT with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from the University of Tampa. Before online coaching, she was an in person personal trainer and has been a coach for Team ProPhysique since 2019. She competed for the first time in 2017 (out of a dorm room) and then took a few years away before coming back to the stage. As a coach, Lexie puts her clients’ health first, both physical and mental. She has built a close knit community with her clients and credits that to their success!

TOPICS COVERED

-Mentoring under Paul Revelia

-Building a community within her team of clients

-In person events and seminars

-prep does NOT have to ruin one's mental and physical health

-prep optimally

-educating clients & encouraging questions

-coaching glam & presentation

-prioritizing mental health

-planning for post-show

CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

Website: http://www.celestial.fit

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

CONNECT WITH LEXIE:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexiemait/

Coaching application: https://www.projotforms.com/direct/lexe

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcJ8M9Qt7haA5fjZVd21SWA

TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

6:30 picking the best show for your client

8:34 coaching philosophy

15:15 getting to the psyche of a client

19:42 what makes a good coach

23:25 building a community

27:40 in-person events

30:03 politics in bodybuilding

33:50 difference between a good athlete and a champion

36:36 common misconceptions

44:30 an optimal prep

48:20 handling a rebound

55:08 prioritizing health

57:36 the toll of coaching

1:03:45 working with Lexie

1:11 :25 overlooked components for bikini athletes

1:13:50 rapid fire questions

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https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/lexie-maitland-building-community-the-optimal-prep-when-to-work-with-a-coach-handling-post-show
Wed, 14 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000
SEAN IRWIN; Hard work vs. talent, Embrace the Process, Rooting in Reality, Focus on Longevity, Being a leader

Today I speak with Sean Irwin, a Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Coach, Lifestyle Coach, and Personal Trainer. He is also an experienced Bodybuilding Athlete associated with some of the top competitors and brands in the sport. At an early age Sean developed his passion for competitive preparation through various individualized sports that demanded peak levels of physical performance. He is constantly seeking out innovative and scientific approaches to maximizing client health as well as physical and mental output. Although he possesses specialty certifications in Performance Enhancement, he enjoys catering to a large array of fitness and lifestyle goals. Sean loves motivating, inspiring, and pushing people to achieve drastic results. Whether his client is striving for weight loss, a high caliber athlete, or a hard-charging professional; he can create and implement effective programs to launch them to success.

TOPICS COVERED

-maturing as an athlete

-process over outcome

-taking ego out of the process

-handling all types of stress

-finding the middle ground

-pushing boundaries & taking risks

-Does a coach need a pro card?

-prioritizing training

-handling your reverse

-trusting your coach

CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

Website: http://www.celestial.fit

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

CONNECT WITH SEAN:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanirwin_/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagacoaching/

Website: https://sagacoaching.com/

TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

4:25 coaching philosophy

8:30 good versus champion athlete

14:05 mindset based in ego

23:35 addressing extremes

36:55 demands of coaching

47:02 what makes a good coach

54:10 politics in bodybuilding

1:04:05 Why to hire Sean

1:13:01 training aspects overlooked for bikini

1:19:10 working with clients in reverse

1:24:55 dealing with self-doubt

1:28:46 rapid fire questions

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https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/sean-irwin-hard-work-vs-talent-embrace-the-process-rooting-in-reality-focus-on-longevity-being-a-leader
Tue, 13 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000
IVAN MADARANG; Prioritizing your reverse, Carb strategies, Never Say Never, Dispelling Misconceptions, What to know before Prep

Today I speak with Ivan Madarang of Geek to Physique. He has been an Internal medicine nurse for 10 years and started coaching in 2016, with a 2 years mentorship under Cameron Cheek and Mike from Peak Athletic Performance. A National level competitor himself, his highly individualized approach is focused on longevity, adapting to each client’s unique nature, from physical to the mental to the physiological.

TOPICS COVERED

-using a glucometer

-focusing on habits

-using nursing experience

-making the reverse a priority

-genetic components of bodybuilding

-never say never

-the “it” factor on stage

-handling self doubt in prep

CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

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All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

CONNECT WITH IVAN:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geektophysique/

TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

5:46 being a competitor and coach

10:53 making health a priority

19:45 handling a proper reverse

26:00 carb loading strategies

28:14 coaching philosophy

34:09 the demands of coaching

45:15 managing a schedule

47:47 politics in bodybuilding

52:02 difference between good and great athletes

56:48 what makes a good coach

1:03:11 why to work with you

1:11:13 rapid fire questions

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Mon, 12 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000
Coaches' Series Round 3
We are back for our 3rd coach series and I want to preface this week by saying every coach I am bringing on is a professional with their own achievements, education, and experience. Many of them you will recognize as well-known names. If I could fit every amazing coach in the bikini competition world on the show, we would have a whole other podcast, but I am so excited about the coach’s I will be conducting these interviews with. None of the coaches have paid to come on and there will be as limited bias as possible. Every episode will contain the same set of questions for the coaches along with specific topics for each coach to expand on or opportunities to learn from and get to know them more! This series is all about getting some serious understanding about who these coaches are, what their philosophy is and even asking them questions others might be afraid to ask them. The intention is for you all to learn not just about them and their style but also learn from them and their expertise. Plus! you can use the questions I ask to interview other coaches you have on your radar. This is not a popularity contest, a who is better than who, or a which is the right way fight, this is about truly highlighting the individual strengths and systems each of these coaches have to offer competitors in their own passionate way because we all know everyone is different and so are these coaches. I understand athletes have varying experiences with coaches and unfortunately in an episode I cannot fully capture every review of every coach either. We will be featuring: Ivan Madarang https://www.instagram.com/geektophysique/ Sean Irwin https://www.instagram.com/seanirwin_/ Lexie Maitland https://www.instagram.com/lexiemait/ David DesMesquita https://www.instagram.com/dynamite_d/ Casey Marshall https://www.instagram.com/caseymfit/ Drew and Jordan Brannon https://www.instagram.com/drewbrannon08/ and https://www.instagram.com/jayybrannon_ifbbpro/ ​Coach's Week Questions:
  • What is your coaching philosophy?
  • What kind of mental physical and even emotional toll does coaching take on you? How do you handle these types of demands?
  • What do you think makes a coach a ‘good’ coach?
  • What do you think is the difference between a good athlete and a phenomenal, winning champion athlete
  • What do you have to say to the people who say politics with teams plays a role in their client’s placing? Or that all of this is political?
  • How do you make your client’s health a priority?
  • What are some common misconceptions that people have about this sport when they come to you?
    • What does each coach believe to be the most ‘overlooked’ component by bikini athletes for success in the sport?! Hypothetical Round:
  • If I am 1 year into competing with a few overall wins under my belt and my goal is to get my pro card and I have never stepped on the national stage and have been working with the same coach for all those SHOWS but was looking for a new approach why would I hire you?
  • If I am 4 weeks out from a show and keep saying I don’t feel ready, but you believe I am, what is your response?
  • Let's say someone comes to you wanting to compete or considering it, what is something you want them to know before they compete?
  • Your client comes to you and says they have rebounded after their show and just wants to reverse it and get back to normal, what do you do?
    • Rapid fire answer with 1 sentence or less then you can pick some to expand on
  • Do you believe in using Waist trainers
  • IIfym or structured meal plan
  • Do you believe in using Fasted cardio?
  • Fan of Water Cuts
  • Steady state or HIIT for fatloss without sacrificing fullness especially in glutes?
    • Anything I didn’t ask you that you think I should have? Then 1-3 topics chosen for each individual coach will be covered too throughout the episode!
    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/coaches-series-round-3
    Sun, 11 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000
    DR. STEPHANIE ASHLEY WARDEN; Changing Coaches, Body Image, Take Inventory, Brand Yourself

    Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Stephanie Warden, who has been competing since 2018 and turned pro at NPC Universe in 2023, which was her 14th show. She made her Pro debut at the Hawaii Pro where she placed 4th. Outside of competing and fitness modeling, she is an eye doctor, a wife, and a coach, who will soon be launching a podcast with Lauren Kralovec and Kaylia Rhodes.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -moving on from a coach

    -intentional training

    -focus on posing

    -competing while in school

    -importance of communication

    -body acceptance in improvement season

    -identifying what’s important

    -dealing with haters

    -Bikini Besties Podcast

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH STEPHANIE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steph.ashlley/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:30 training with intention

    7:05 tips for posing & core control

    8:56 evolving with different coaches

    15:25 knowing when to switch coaches

    22:39 placings on the national circuit

    25:25 growing in improvement season

    31:15 haters and supporters

    34:34 placing 4th at her pro debut

    36:26 starting a podcast

    37:47 finding bodybuilding

    38:45 competing while in school

    40:26 finding a routine

    44:00 creating opportunities

    49:30 her brand as a Pro

    52:04 preparing to be a parent

    55:30 life goals

    59:05 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/dr-stephanie-ashley-warden-changing-coaches-body-image-take-inventory-brand-yourself
    Fri, 09 Feb 2024 08:00:48 +0000
    MEGAN VAN VLEET; Staying Natural, Decade Long Dream, Be Ready for Yes or No, Say it With Your Chest, Professional Development

    Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Megan Van Vleet, a 39-year-old with a masters in Management & Leadership who has been competing since 2013. She is married to her high school sweetheart and currently live in Oregon. Before bodybuilding she did ballet, rode horses, and played & coached softball. She competed in 24 shows, including 13 pro qualifiers before turning pro in November 2023.

    She starting a consulting mentorship business where she works 1:1 with corporate women not only to provide lifestyle coaching but also career mentorship. The Leadership Lifestyle Blueprint Program helps to create structure and map out a plan for multiple areas of your life, and supports not only becoming your healthiest self, but elevating your career as well.

    Megan is also offering posing!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -feelings of winning

    -cultivating consistency

    -letting go of a timeline

    -losing sight of the “why”

    -trusting your coach

    -staying natural in bodybuilding

    -staying away from the “quick fix”

    -improvement season lessons

    -setting boundaries

    -starting a consulting mentorship business

    -leaving the comparison game

    -saying it with your chest

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH MEGAN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitmegvv/

    Email: megan@elevateleadershipconsulting.org

    Website: https://elevateleadershipconsulting.org/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    8:32 creating consistency

    10:30 letting go of the timeline

    20:10 support from her husband

    25:40 experiencing a healthy relationship

    29:00 being a lifetime natural athlete

    35:13 perspective on PEDs as a healthcare worker

    46:05 putting in the time

    50:49 lessons learned through bodybuilding

    57:35 investing in all areas of your life

    61:15 working as a consultant

    70:55 common struggles for women in business

    76:30 having to say yes

    83:15 what she wants to represent as a Pro

    87:45 looking for inspiration

    99:30 judging yourself for your placings

    108:45 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/megan-van-vleet-staying-natural-decade-long-dream-be-ready-for-yes-or-no-say-it-with-your-chest-professional-development
    Fri, 02 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000
    ANDREA LOCES; Under The Rug?, Diagnosis Dangers, Trust your Execution, Go Pro or Don't Go Home

    Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Andrea Loces, a talent acquisition professional at a tech start-up, who has her bachelor of science degree in entrepreneurship from Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego. Originally from Palm Springs, CA, she earned her pro card at Nationals 2023 on the 3 year anniversary of the first check-in with her coach! A lifelong athlete and former ballerina, Andrea ran track and cross country, before an injury ended her collegiate cross country career. She has her barre instructor certification and was training for a powerlifting competition before she decided to commit to bodybuilding. She has competed in 13 shows, including 5 Regional and 8 National. She has been with her coach, Damian Segovia at The Pros, since the start, and is so grateful for him!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -mental health, anxiety and depression

    -trusting in your execution

    -being realistic

    -trusting your coach

    -embracing delayed gratification

    -changing views on food and her body

    -dealing with self-sabotage

    -overcoming self-limitations

    -having support and giving support

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ANDREA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreloces_ifbbpro/

    Resumes by Dre: https://www.instagram.com/resumesbydre/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:24 the underdog mentality

    11:50 goals to accomplish in the Pro league

    15:05 action steps toward goals

    17:35 trusting your coach

    25:10 changes in preps to earn Pro card

    27:15 shifting from powerlifting to bodybuilding

    33:55 coping mechanisms

    39:10 learning of her parens’ illnesses

    44:55 coming home with her Pro card

    47:08 struggles in mental health

    56:46 how her parents changed their views on mental health

    59:35 diagnoses in the mental health field

    66:40 starting her own business

    75:10 lessons from getting her degree

    79:58 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/andrea-loces-under-the-rug-diagnosis-dangers-trust-your-execution-go-pro-or-dont-go-home
    Fri, 26 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000
    LAUREN KRALOVEC; Physique Pressure, Relationship & Life Goals, Breast Augmentation Pros & Cons

    Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Lauren “Lolo” Kralovec, born and raised in Oregon and currently lives in Boise, Idaho. She started competing in 2017 and turned Pro in 2021 at the NPC Olympia Amateur. She has competed 19 and first hit the National stage in 2019. Lauren decided to take 2022 as a long improvement season, before returning to the Pro stage. She is dedicated to bodybuilding but also has a full-time career in Tech Sales.

    Thought her journey, discipline has shaped her life and her competitive experience. Lauren’s story is so inspirational yet relatable. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -setting goals that are attainable but also big!

    -Imposter syndrome

    -believing in your potential

    -discipline and consistency

    -improvement season feelings

    -details matter

    -trying new things

    -growing in relationships

    -factors for making physique improvements

    -getting a breast augmentation

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH LAUREN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lolo_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:12 embracing discipline

    13:05 judging your body in improvement season

    19:01 choosing to embrace your journey

    24:24 belief in yourself & goal setting

    30:30 different journeys to a Pro card

    25:20 ups and downs in placings

    41:30 switching coaches for a new approach

    46:15 emotions surrounding switching coaches

    49:10 being in a relationship with another bodybuilder

    57:50 having aligned goals and values with your partner

    60:40 feelings around achieving her goals

    67:18 managing her time

    70:30 making consistent physique improvements

    74:09 taking a long improvement season

    81:30 coming off birth control

    84:55 getting a breast augmentation

    69:54 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/lauren-kralovec-physique-pressure-relationship-life-goals-breast-augmentation-pros-cons
    Fri, 19 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000
    THERESA MENDOZA-CURA; First Show Tips, Dream without Limits, 7 year Road to Pro, Selfless Sport

    Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Theresa Mendoza-Cura, who recently turned pro recently at the 2023 Muscle Contest Masters USA after competing for 7 years. She has been competing since December 2016 and has been working to earn her pro card 2018. She has competed in over a dozen shows and has worked to make the best out of the situation and used the time to really develop the physique she needed to earn her pro card. She just started offering posing to newer athletes, including feedback, critiques, and routine development. Theresa also co-hosted a podcast series called Bikini Talks. Theresa is also a wife, mother and total powerhouse!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -backstage behind the scenes

    -dream without limits

    -working towards a long-term goal

    -balancing your physique

    -trusting your coach

    -taking time to grow

    -involving your family in bodybuilding

    -unselfish bodybuilding

    -competing in Masters

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH THERESA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresacura_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:10 backstage at a show

    11:55 dream without limits

    16:26 being humbled by the journey

    20:34 working on feedback

    29:01 trusting your coach, working with Michelle

    33:30 changed to support muscles development

    35:35 Theresa’s athletic background

    39:30 finding bodybuilding

    41:50 regrets from competing too much

    43:04 family support

    45:30 Is bodybuilding selfish?

    53:45 sharing the accomplishment with your family

    59:44 handling her reverse

    64:23 plans for the future

    66:28 competing as a masters athlete

    68:58 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/theresa-mendoza-cura-first-show-tips-dream-without-limits-7-year-road-to-pro-selfless-sport
    Fri, 12 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000
    OLYMPIA JUDGE JOE PISHKULA; Bikini Judging, Celeste's Breakout at Women's Workshop, Klash Series Announcements, and Everything Under the Sun

    Today I speak with NPC/IFBB Pro League Promoter & Professional Olympia Judge, Joe Pishkula. Joe has been on the podcast before and today he’s back to tell us about the Women’s NPC Seminar in January. I am so proud to be speaking this year on mental health and bodybuilding. We start with hearing Joe’s start in bodybuilding and how his relationship with it evolved over time. Joe and I cover a multitude of topics from, making a career in bodybuilding to taking advantage of opportunities when presented.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -NPC Women’s seminar

    -marketing yourself

    -lessons from bodybuilding

    -taking advantage of opportunities

    -the business of bodybuilding

    -fear and FOMO

    -ten years of Klash

    -bodybuilding becoming mainstream

    -thoughts on the Olympia results

    -the Wow Factor

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH JOE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joe_pishkula/

    Klash Series: https://www.instagram.com/klash_championship_series/

    Website: https://theklash.com/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    7:30 NPC Women’s seminar

    18:33 podcast guests who are going to seminar

    28:30 lessons from bodybuilding

    41:00 pay disparities between classes

    51:25 summarizing the journey

    60:00 getting wrapped up in the journey

    65:07 ten years of Klash

    79:30 putting athletes first

    97:50 behind the athlete’s mind

    108:30 how you treat people

    113:30 making bodybuilding mainstream

    123:14 thoughts on the Olympia

    132:50 potential 2024 standouts

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/olympia-judge-joe-pishkula-bikini-judging-celestes-breakout-at-womens-workshop-klash-series-announcements-and-everything-under-the-sun
    Fri, 05 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000
    TAMEKIA CARTER; Unique Posing Expression, Do More With Little And Shut Up And Color, Find Your Reason

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Tamekia Carter, a mother, Air Force veteran, and wife who grew up in Mississippi. She got into bodybuilding when her father-in-law suggested she look into it. She first competed in 2021 at the Kuclo Classics, where she made a clean sweep of her classes! She earned her Pro Card just six months later at North American. Since then, she has placed top 5 at the Dallas Pro, top 3 at the Texas Pro, earned earned her Olympia qualification when she won the Sasquatch Pro. She ended her 2023 season by placing 15th at her Olympia debut Outside of competing, she has a personal training company, MeekPhysiquefit.

    Tamekia tells us about her quick road to the Olympia and her true why behind competing. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -her why for competing

    -love for the stage & posing

    -competing with her natural hair

    -working on judges’ feedback

    -being an Air Force veteran

    -competing as a mom

    -discipline to compete

    -giving back to the sport

    -running MeekPhysique training

    -do more with little

    -shut up and color

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH TAMEKIA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meekphysique.ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    2:50 comparing dancing to competing

    7:40 finding yourself on stage

    9:30 hair changes for the stage

    14:50 feedback from the Olympia

    17:13 her Olympia experience

    20:01 giving bodybuilding a shot

    26:09 impact of competing on motherhood

    31:05 family support to compete

    35:45 goals for competing

    39:54 MeekPhysique training

    45:11 discipline in the Air Force

    50:35 deciding to join the Air Force

    57:59 meeting her husband

    60:13 bodybuilding influencing personal growth

    61:50 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/tamekia-carter-unique-posing-expression-do-more-with-little-and-shut-up-and-color-find-your-reason
    Fri, 29 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    ARIANA BROTHERS; 3 Years off to 2x Olympia Qualified, Growth Minded, Couples Questions, Physique Follows Mind, Building Glutes

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Ariana Brothers, an online coach with a B.S. in Nutrition and Foods. She first competed in 2019 and won her Pro card at NPC Nationals at her second show ever and also won the overall. After my pro debut in 2020, she took three years off and came back this year and qualified for the Olympia at her 3rd show of the season at the Nashville Fit Show! At my Olympia debut, she placed 7th! She finished out her season by earning her 2024 Olympia qualification by winning the Atlantic Coast Pro.

    Ariana shares all about her journey in bodybuilding, taking off two years, and then making it to the Olympia!You don’t want to miss this interview!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -confidence on stage

    -getting judges’ feedback

    -Olympia experience

    -the importance of self-belief

    -offstage efforts to improve onstage

    -influence of her mom

    -bodybuilding with her husband

    -sustainability in prep

    -training for glute growth

    -taking off three years

    -working with Paul Revelia

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ARIANA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ari_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:22 confidence on stage

    8:38 2024 season plans

    11:06 feelings of being on the Olympia Stage

    13:45 self-belief and reaching your goals

    19:28 improving offstage

    20:45 growing up with a single mom

    27:33 support from her husband

    35:20 balancing her relationship with competing

    44:20 knowing it was time to prep

    51:40 having fear of returning to the stage

    55:50 executing on feedback

    60:13 glute training

    63:58 taking off three years

    67:00 sustainable preps

    75:55 strengths and weaknesses

    79:45 Ariana outside of competing

    87:25 goals for competing

    89:00 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/ariana-brothers-3-years-off-to-2x-olympia-qualified-growth-minded-couples-questions-physique-follows-mind-building-glutes
    Fri, 22 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    JILL HUMPHREY; 2010 Bikini vs Now, Pro Masters vs Open, Resilience Building, Intuitive Macros, Rave Till Grave

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Jill Humphrey, a wife, mom of 2 college age kids & 2 fur babies, Founder & CEO of SOLA CBD, co-coach of Team Special Forces. She competed form 2005 to 2010 when her kids were little before “retiring”, and then decided to return to the stage in October 2020 after being in prep nearly a year. When her kids were little, bodybuilding gave Jill a way to focus on herself. As her kids left for college, the sport helped her stay grounded as she adjusted to them not being home. She earned her Pro Card in July 2021 NPC Universe and made her Pro debut in 2022 at Master’s Worlds.

    Starting her CBD company in 2018 has put her in a position to help so many people on their journey to healing and wellness. She’s able to create products that really make an impact on people's quality of life.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -healing journey from autoimmune issues

    -improving as you age

    -being over 40 and still a part of the rave community

    -how the sport has changed since year 1 of the bikini division

    -food sensitivities

    -how to diet when you're a foodie

    -intuitive macros

    -overcoming a toxic relationship

    -life after tragedy

    -building resiliency

    -lessons from business

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH JILL:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jilly_the_buff_bean/

    Website: https://www.cbdbysola.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jill.lane.3/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:18 competing before bodybuilding existed

    11:15 prep then versus now

    15:07 evolving perspective of competing

    16:55 going from self-coaching to finding a coach

    20:50 intuitive macros

    29:20 time away from the sport

    35:40 being in a toxic relationship

    44:40 dealing with loss and grief

    48:30 events that have impacted her journey as an athlete

    58:06 competing in Masters and Open

    62:20 plans for the future

    67:33 differences in open and masters

    70:19 pro versus amateur

    76:20 being an entrepreneur

    81:01 SOLA CBD

    83:50 “label culture”

    87:35 going to raves festivals

    95:30 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 15 Dec 2023 08:00:18 +0000
    CLARE MORROW; Peptides & HRT for over 35, Preventative Health, Fluffy to Fit

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Clare Morrow, a fitness & wellness coach who started her fitness journey at age 42, and went from fluffy to fit. She is now age 51 & helps people all around the world get in the best shape of their lives. Her motto is it’s never too late to get fit. Clare recently wrote a new book series called, Fluffy To Fit, and Fluffy to Fit Cookbook. They’re best sellers on Amazon. Clare’s goal is to help you get to your goals no matter how old you are.

    Clare shares so much valuable information that will help everyone, but if you’re a Masters athlete, you do not want to miss this episode!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -Fluffy to Fit book series

    -supplements and Peptides

    -importance of HRT over the age of 35

    -fitness at an older age

    -how to get your spouse to join

    -nutrition for changing your body

    -how much to work out to see results

    -the roll of estrogen

    -bioidentical hormones

    -life outside of competing

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH CLARE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claremorrow_ifbbpro/

    Tik Tok: @claremorrow_ifbbpro

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@claremorrowifbbpro7999

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    2:35 two best seller books on Amazon

    6:28 helping women get past “old fitness” mindset

    8:56 HRT and peptides, the differences

    15:28 Can you prevent hormones dropping?

    17:55 finding a provider to help you with Hormones

    18:50 monitoring results

    20:30 common questions

    26:20 what to prioritize

    27:40 life before fitness

    30:45 road to Pro

    34:20 her spiritual journey

    35:33 relationship with her husband

    40:20 deciding to change her health

    43:30 supporting content you like

    49:00 current goals

    54:03 setbacks in her journey

    57:53 feedback from judges

    61:03 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/clare-morrow-peptides-hrt-for-over-35-preventative-health-fluffy-to-fit
    Fri, 08 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    JADE KELSIE WOLFENDEN; Epilepsy and Being Revived From Death, Coping with Fat Gain, Glute Training Techniques

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Jade-Kelsie Wolfenden, a personal trainer, nutritionist, and posing coach from the UK who earned her Pro card in 2019 at the UK Olympia Amateur. She started competing in 2015 trying out a few different federations before she found the NPC. She was diagnosed with epilepsy on her 21st birthday and has since transformed her lifestyle. She was told she wouldn’t be able to compete but that fueled her passion for the stage. Jade wants to show people that if you are told something that you can’t do - DO IT anyway because you can.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -overcoming eating disorders

    -dealing with bullying

    -living with epilepsy

    -complications from epilepsy and being in a coma

    -building confidence through bodybuilding

    -being revived after being clinically dead

    -posing tips

    -showing your best physique

    -growing your glutes

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH JADE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jadekelsie_ifbbpro/

    Tik tok: Jadekelsie_onlinecoach

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jade-kelsiewolfenden3550

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:45 show day logistics

    7:49 transitioning from lifestyle to prep client

    18:45 nutrition and exercise with epilepsy

    22:10 focus in the improvement season

    30:14 dealing with burnout

    34:52 bodybuilding being worth it

    41:05 education about epilepsy

    49:45 prioritizing yourself

    53:35 being brought back to life

    58:20 posing cues for everyone

    69:38 personal focus for growth

    70:00 choosing the NPC/IFBB

    76:45 glute training tips

    83:39 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/jade-kelsie-wolfenden-epilepsy-and-being-revived-from-death-coping-with-fat-gain-glute-training-techniques
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 08:00:36 +0000
    MARNIE AL SARAF; Rebuilding Confidence, Get the It Factor, Leave Comparison to the Judges, Your Process

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Marnie Al-Saraf, from the UK who recently won her pro card at the Ben Weider in April this year, and then placed 4th in her pro debut at the 1 Bro Pro show the same day! Marnie did her first show back in 2015 so has grown up in the sport. She is a full time posing coach and runs her own business, Rockit Posing. She also has a bachelors degree in Biomedical Science which she got from the University of Liverpool. Marnie shares how her life path switched form pursuing a career in medicine to shifting to the sport of bodybuilding.

    This was such an in-depth conversation that I know all competitors will appreciate. You do not want to miss this episode!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -turning pro and plans for the future

    -mindset to unlocking YOUR potential

    -being on stage when you aren’t ready

    -competing in the UK

    -knowing it’s time to switch coaches

    -respecting the process

    -lessons from bodybuilding for life

    -acting like a Pro before turning Pro

    -transitioning from post-show to offseason

    -owning a coaching business

    -bodybuilding as a performance

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    CONNECT WITH MARNIE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marniefit/

    Rockit posing: https://www.instagram.com/rockitposing/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/marniefit

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    6:00 becoming dedicated to bodybuilding

    12:55 pressure to compete non-stop

    16:20 considering stoping to compete

    22:00 regaining her confidence

    30:53 struggles with weight gain

    39:25 knowing when you have enough muscle

    46:21 lessons from competing in Pro shows

    53:30 thoughts on turning Pro

    59:04 opportunities from bodybuilding

    65:05 lasting memories and take aways

    69:09 being bullied as a child

    73:00 having thick skin in bodybuilding

    78:45 supporting yourself post-show

    86:05 communicating with your coach

    90:39 working as a posing coach

    95:50 creating the “It Factor” on stage

    100:34 being fulfilled by the journey

    120:00 advice fro competitors

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    Fri, 24 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    NDEYE NDOUR; True Novice to Olympia Qualified in 5 months, Work of the Mother, Air Force Academy's Impact, Solution Minded

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Ndeye Ndour, a mom of two kids who is married to the love of her life. She was born and raised in Senegal and graduated from the Air Force academy. She just started her competition journey in April and five months later competed in the Olympia. She won her Pro card at 2023 Junior USAs, where she took third overall. She qualified for the Olympia with her first Pro win at the Daytona Pro. Ndeye shares how she balances her active family and prioritizes health over everything.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -family and balance

    -having a heart of gratitude

    -balancing an active family

    -working as an anesthesia nurse

    -embracing your postpartum body

    -encouraging others

    -going to the Air Force Academy

    -self-imposed limitations

    -working on your relationships

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ndeye_ndour_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:50 mindset influences

    6:48 outlook on motherhood

    12:30 importance of nutrition

    14:57 working with Paul Revelia

    18:49 deciding to compete as a Pro

    23:10 body changes after having kids

    27:33 chances for imposter syndrome

    33:17 graduating from the Air Force Academy

    36:44 Just go for it!

    40:01 lessons in time management

    44:28 learning English

    46:35 relationship with her husband

    54:50 deciding “we can”

    59:48 family support of competing

    65:06 listener questions

    74:10 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 17 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    KENDALL CALL; Hedonic Eating, Normal vs Optimal Hormones, Leaving Nursing for Functional Coaching

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Kendall Call, born and raised in Oregon but currently living in Tampa. She was involved in sports at a very young age and began training with a coach when she was 15. She became a personal trainer while in undergrad and went on to get her Master's in Nursing from Johns Hopkins while also starting to online coach as a side hobby. She had planned on competing in June of 2020 in her first show but it got canceled due to COVID. A year later, she did an 8 week prep while coaching herself. She won the overall at her first two shows, and decided to do Universe three weeks later and earned hoer Pro card!

    In June of 2023, she quit her full-time nursing job to pursue her online coaching business after realizing that coaching was her passion. Kendall wants to bridge the gap between western medicine, fitness, and functional health.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -struggles with confidence and depression

    -disordered eating patterns

    -fast road to Pro

    -unconventional prep

    -taking a long off season

    -struggles with reverse diets

    -habits for success in every season

    -being aware of thoughts

    -prioritizing health & hormones

    -understanding lab work

    -transitioning from nurse to coach

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH KENDALL:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kendall.ifbbpro/

    Coaching: https://www.firstcallcoaching.net/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    6:35 prepping with a support system

    12:04 applying the knowledge she gained

    14:55 improving posing and working with a coach

    16:40 intentions with starting to compete

    19:43 approach while working with a coach

    24:10 Pro debut and a long off season

    28:19 physiological changed in reverse

    35:55 establishing non-negotiable habits

    38:30 struggles with disordered eating

    44:47 focuses in improvement season

    48:20 normal versus optimal function

    52:25 leaving nursing for functional medicine

    56:40 going off birth control

    61:39 deciding on focus on coaching

    66:50 goals as a Pro

    68:35 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/kendall-call-hedonic-eating-normal-vs-optimal-hormones-leaving-nursing-for-functional-coaching
    Fri, 10 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    HOLLY ZARSKI; Prioritization, Entrepreneurship & Life, How to Put Yourself First as a Mom

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Holly Zarski, a native Floridian who was part of the 2012 Etsy boom creating one of the top Etsy wedding sign shops ‘Z Create Design’ and has since expanded their line of custom products to larger than life backdrops and installations for weddings and parties with ‘Golden Hour Rentals’. She started competing in March of 2020, days before the world shut down, placing 2nd in open, followed by two first placings in Fall 2021, and ultimately winning her pro card at Masters Nationals in Pittsburgh in 2023. Holly is a mom to two young boys and is constantly trying to find a balance between motherhood, entrepreneurship and fitness.

    Holly is so open about life as a mom, entrepreneur, and competitor. You don’t want to miss this conversation!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -competing with no athletic background

    -History of Eating Disorders

    -Discovering Health & Wellness Through Competing

    -Food Sensitivities

    -Taking long off-seasons and an initial building phase

    -Prepping as a mom

    -Prepping as a business owner

    -Fitting fitness into a busy life

    -Impact of competing on our business

    -listening to God about when it’s time to move on

    -Post Pro Card Blues

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH HOLLY:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyzcreate/

    Businesses:

    www.ZCreateDesign.Etsy.com

    www.ZCreateDesign.com

    www.GoldenHourRentalsFL.com

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:15 how her dad impacted her life

    8:01 life as a mom

    12:58 what her boys think about bodybuilding

    19:05 her mom’s struggles with food

    24:32 going on medication for ADHD

    28:55 changes in coping with stress

    33:17 finding bodybuilding from general fitness

    37:03 going through building phases

    44:55 focuses through long building season

    51:50 respecting the season you’re in

    58:26 is a Pro card worth it?

    62:50 running a business with her husband

    70:25 the future of her business

    83:37 current post-show experience with gut issues

    89:29 bedrest during pregnancy

    93:55 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/holly-zarski-prioritization-entrepreneurship-life-how-to-put-yourself-first-as-a-mom
    Fri, 03 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    ERIN GALES; Neurodivergence, Knowing your Needs, Awareness of Burnout & Fitting Prep Into your LIfe

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Erin Mayrhofer (formerly Gales), who first moved to Los Angeles in 2010 after college to pursue a career in dance. In 2015, she experienced traumatic event, which led her to a deep depression. On her search for what she wanted to do next in life, she discovered bodybuilding through a friend. What started with a short term goal to lift her spirits became an 8 year journey on the bodybuilding stage! Erin did various shows each year as an amateur and finally earned her IFBB Pro card in July 2022 at USAs! She’s currently working on her first full season as a rookie pro.

    In her 30’s. Erin was diagnosed with ADHD, OCD, and found out she is on the autism spectrum. It is now her mission to bring light to how autism can present differently in women and why it commonly goes undiagnosed.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -anxiety and depression

    -ADHD, OCD, and the autism spectrum

    -autism in women

    -being a newlywed

    -changing the conversation around neurodiversity

    -different reasons to prep

    -building resilience

    -loving your body before competing

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ERIN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/egales/

    Paxfit: https://www.instagram.com/paxfitco/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:15 feeling comfortable on stage

    7:10 being diagnosis in her 30’s

    14:44 media portrayals of mental health

    19:15 changes made to support her neurodivergence

    25:30 building understanding with her husband

    27:15 looking back to younger Erin

    33:10 changing the conversation around neurodiversity

    36:23 long journey to Pro

    40:03 lessons about self

    44:05 the importance of her faith

    49:04 finding peace in her life

    52:10 what makes bodybuilding worth prioritizing

    53:50 time off after her breast augmentation

    62:10 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/erin-gales-neurodivergence-knowing-your-needs-awareness-of-burnout-fitting-prep-into-your-life
    Fri, 27 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    MEGAN LONG; Retiring from the Sport, Do you need to give 100%?, Business Insights, Mindset Tools to Implement Now, Tall Girl Strategies

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Megan Long, who has been competing as a bikini bodybuilder since 2014, earning her IFBB Pro Card by winning 1st place at 2021 NPC Universe. She has been a sponsored athlete since 2016, and featured in publications such as FitnessRx. She has been on Team FitBodyFusion since 2018, coached by Jami DeBernard. She recently made her Pro Debut at the 2023 Nashville Fit Show.

    Outside of bodybuilding, Megan Long is the owner of Second First, a consulting and coaching company that specializes in the Second In Command. She is an experienced COO and CPA, having most recently served as the Second In Command for a $10 million IT company. Megan's achievements have been recognized through several professional awards, including the Nashville Business Journal’s "40 under 40" and Stevie "Woman of the Year"" award.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -pursuing professional goals while also prepping

    -having a long path to turning Pro (7 years!)

    -mental health and therapy

    -feeling satisfied from competing

    -bridging the gap between COO and entrepreneur

    -the courage to launch

    -emotions during prep

    -using the On-Demand Platform

    -growing for the division

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH MEGAN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan_ifbbpro/

    Website: https://secondfirst.com/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:57 deciding to retire

    11:27 feeling fulfilled with being a Pro

    16:45 advice to earlier self

    20:40 evolving mindset with competing

    25:36 proudest memories

    28:45 competing and having a profession

    34:55 starting her own business

    38:02 difference between executive assistant and COO

    46:15 book recommendations

    48:31 mental health and managing depression

    60:08 dealing with judgement

    69:55 stress in her prep

    72:04 building in improvement season

    80:03 things outside of competing

    86:04 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/megan-long-retiring-from-the-sport-do-you-need-to-give-100-business-insights-mindset-tools-to-implement-now-tall-girl-strategies
    Fri, 20 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    VESELA HRISTOVA; Carry a Legacy, Positive Perspective, Crazy Belief, Can’t Compare

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Vesela Hristova, a 26-years-old Bulgarian, living in London, who is also an online coach and a posing coach. She started competing in 2015 as a junior and took a long break before returning to the stage in 2019. In 2022, she competed in the Amateur Olympia Romania and won her Pro card!

    Vesela shares her journey finding bodybuilding early and life, and how she managed being in school and not living a typical “student life”. So many of us can relate to parts of Vesela’s story. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -prepping during COVID

    -coaching herself

    -dealing with pressure

    -competing as a student

    -traveling to the USA to compete

    -living the bodybuilding lifestyle

    -overcoming limits

    -believing in yourself

    -avoiding comparisons

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH VESELA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifbbpro_vh/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:30 plans for her Pro debut

    8:45 earning her degree

    13:00 the passing of her coach

    15:28 working on feedback

    19:15 finding bodybuilding and living the lifestyle

    26:20 not being able to do sports as a child

    29:20 developing a “never quit” mindset

    36:20 working with clients

    37:50 prepping through lockdowns

    42:50 steps to support your goals

    49:55 working as a coach

    53:01 tips to be more successful

    56:50 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/vesela-hristova-carry-a-legacy-positive-perspective-crazy-belief-cant-compare
    Fri, 13 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    KELSIE WOODHOUSE; Plan the Work & Work the Plan, Macro Friendly Meals, Obstacles are Bonuses, Family Dynamic

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Kelsie Woodhouse, a 38 year old, married, working mom of 2 living in the greater Seattle area as a Washington native. She works full time as a Business Development Director in the engineering and construction industry, and she loves to cook and bake. She grew up cheerleading and started self-guided weight lifting in 2016. Five years later, she decided to realize a bucket list item and start prep for her first competition. She researched coaches and started with Chris Melancon of Team Legacy and have stayed with him since. She first competed in July 2021, where she placed first or second in all of her classes, and went on to win the overall at her next show. Her first National level show was Team Universe in 2022, where she place 9th in Masters 35+ and 13th in her Open class. In July 2023, she won the overall at a regional show and then won her Pro card at 2023 Masters Nationals.

    Kelsie shares how she manages to compete, work a full time job, and still be present as a mother and wife. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -time management

    -making space in your life for competing

    -balancing your priorities

    -prep on a macro plan

    -saying yes when the universe says no

    -loving to cook

    -consistency wins

    -it’s up to you

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH KELSIE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelsie_woodhouse/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:30 normalizing what isn’t normal

    6:30 working the plan

    11:03 developing mindset and mentality

    14:10 lessons in overcoming obstacles

    16:40 wearing different hats

    22:55 having hobbies outside of competing

    27:30 favorite prep friendly recipes

    30:45 better not perfect

    33:25 family dynamics with competing

    38:50 support from husband

    44:30 taking yourself too seriously

    49:45 looking back on her journey

    55:30 choosing her coach

    59:45 changes to earn a Pro card

    65:39 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/kelsie-woodhouse-plan-the-work-work-the-plan-macro-friendly-meals-obstacles-are-bonuses-family-dynamic
    Fri, 06 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    CASEY HILL; Hormonal Work & Body Image for Enhanced Athletes, Broken Engagement in Peak Week, Appreciate & Give the Support

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Casey Hill, born and raised in northeast Ohio and currently living in Tampa. She works for a Matrix Hormones as a weigh loss specialist. Casey started competing in 2017 when she competed in 3 national qualifying shows and placed top 5 in all 3. She took of 2018 to grow and fix hormone issues and returned to the stage in 2019 when she competed in her first National show, getting last call outs. She took off 2021 to focus on personal growth and relationships and life outside of competing.

    She then started coaching with Ashlyn Little and started her 2022 season placing 3rd at Grl Power. She then returned to the National stage and eventually won her Pro card at 2022 Nationals.

    Casey is so open and honest in this interview. Every competitor will want to listen!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -ending an engagement during peak week

    -PED usage

    -coaching relationships

    -hormone health

    -support from family and friends

    -knowing when you’re ready

    -learning from every experience

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH CASEY:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casey_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:15 noticing hormone issues

    10:50 working as a weight loss specialist

    15:24 enhanced versus non-enhanced athletes

    21:50 working with Ashlyn Little

    28:23 ending here engagement during peak week

    38:05 new relationships

    42:00 gratification through the process

    49:45 working towards her first pro season

    58:55 being close with her coach

    62:25 long term goals

    63:25 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/casey-hill-hormonal-work-body-image-for-enhanced-athletes-broken-engagement-in-peak-week-appreciate-give-the-support
    Fri, 29 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    VIVIANA SALAZAR; Life through Loss in ED, New Life in a New Country, Self-Belief

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Viviana Salazar, a former soccer player from Mexico who moved to the US a year ago to live her dream of being a pro athlete.She has only been competing for a year, but has been training hard her whole life as an athlete who attended IMG Academy school in Florida for soccer.

    Her first show was the 2022 Patriots Challenge where she got nationally qualified, She then did USAs getting first call outs but no pro card. After getting second callouts at Nationals, she felt discouraged and struggled mentally. But she came back was stronger and earned her Pro Card at 2023 Junior Nationals.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -how eating disorders affect families

    -falling in love with bodybuilding

    -moving from Mexico to Los Angeles

    -being an online lifestyle and posing coach

    -the loss of her mother

    -fueling for sports

    -gratitude in loss

    -overcoming doubt

    -helping others accomplish goals

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH VIVIANA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vivianasalazare_/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:33 moving from Mexico to pursue bodybuilding

    10:25 having a good environment

    12:15 preparing to pursue bodybuilding in the USA

    14:10 losing her mom to an eating disorder

    26:05 reasons for an improvement season

    29:07 family’s opinion of bodybuilding

    33:15 avoiding disordered eating

    39:55 from doubt to confidence

    52:45 the start of doubt

    53:53 feedback after pro card

    57:50 daily mindset

    61:35 day in the life

    65:14 being a posing coach

    68:30 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/viviana-salazar-life-through-loss-in-ed-new-life-in-a-new-country-self-belief
    Fri, 22 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    KALLIE TRAVERS; Binging & Doubts, Live for the Moments, Own the Room

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Kallie Travers, originally from the small town of Hurt, Virginia. She was introduced to the competition world about 5 years ago. She started competing in the OCB but soon after switched to the NPC in 2019. She competed in 5 regional shows and 5 national stage before earning her Pro card at 2023 Junior Nationals. She teaches posing and has online lifestyle clients, as well as working a demanding, full-time job.

    Her favorite aspect of competing is how it affects other aspects of your life. Through bodybuilding, Kallie has developed confidence that carries into her professional life in a male-dominated industry.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -spreading confidence to others

    -stress and time management

    -emotional eating

    -pushing to the limit

    -moving to the “big city”

    -community in bodybuilding

    -being a posing coach

    -owning the stage

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH KALLIE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1buffbarbie/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:00 the journey to go Pro

    9:20 doubts and struggles with bingeing

    13:12 personal timeline for Pro card

    17:29 changes between national shows

    23:40 chaining perspectives as an athlete

    28:05 time management

    31:23 life decisions during peak weak

    42:02 deciding to compete in the NPC

    52:10 opportunities after turning Pro

    58:13 walking in like your name is on the building

    63:50 having a resilient mentality

    68:54 focus in improvement season

    73:10 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 15 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    APRIL CONLEY; Self-Worth, Lean to See How Big I Got, Personal Empowerment in Competing, Posing for New Competitors

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro April Conley, a mother, and grandmother, who started in ballet and fell in love with fitness as a teenager, go as far to dance on a professional team. In 2012, some personal issues led her to want to get stronger to not appear as a victim. Through this she became aware of bodybuilding and was inspired by Isa when she won the Olympia in 2019. Her then husband was jealous and didn’t want her to compete, but when died in a car accident while driving drunk, she turned to competing to do something for herself and lead her back to a healthier lifestyle. She met her current husband through bodybuilding.

    She stepped on stage for the first time in 2021 earning first in all of her classes and won her Pro Card at 2022 North Americans in the 35+ category.

    April is so open with her journey and has so much experience to share. You don’t want to miss this episode!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -how her dance background helps stage presence

    -getting more comfortable with age

    -focusing on gratitude

    -her path to the stage

    -the death of her first husband

    -finding love again

    -having a blended family

    -the importance of a posing coach

    -having family support

    -competing as a Masters athlete

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH APRIL:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aprilconley_ifbbpro/

    TikTok: aprilconley_ifbbpro

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:53 posing with a dance background

    8:30 confidence through bodybuilding

    18:03 comparison and body imagine as a teen

    21:05 her time as a professional dancer

    25:26 deciding to compete in bikini

    30:15 meeting her current husband

    35:07 opening her heart after loss

    39:41 working with posing clients

    47:34 goals for her pro debut

    49:19 her kids perception of competing

    52:15 the loss of her first husband

    59:07 how bodybuilding can be life changing

    62:03 feedback from judges

    66:48 advice for posing

    76:13 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/april-conley-self-worth-lean-to-see-how-big-i-got-personal-empowerment-in-competing-posing-for-new-competitors
    Fri, 08 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    RHODA ALLIE; Prove Them Wrong & Trade Partying for Prep, Stage IQ, Know What You are Getting Into, Interior Design Tip

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Rhoda Allie, and interior designer and server, who is going back to college for her PT certificate. Throughout high school, she played basketball, volleyball, and softball. In 2019, she competed in her first body building competition on a whim because her now fiancée challenged her to. After a short 6 week prep, she did well and her love of bodybuilding started. She earned her Pro card at 2023 Arnold’s Amateur. She has since placed 5th at the Vancouver Pro and is in her rookie season as a Pro.

    Allie shares how her personal life has shifted to support competing. You don’t want to miss this episode!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -having fun in the sport

    -changing her lifestyle

    -controlling the controllable

    -continuing to learn

    -proving people wrong

    -improving your stage IQ

    -stepping away from interior design

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH RHODA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhodanallie/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:00 her Pro debut season

    8:40 falling in love with bodybuilding

    13:40 changing habits to be successful

    16:23 finding community in bodybuilding

    19:05 knowing you gave it your all

    23:42 focusing on growth while away from stage

    28:50 mentality of different preps

    30:55 feedback from judges

    33:07 enhancing your stage IG

    35:20 balancing daily life

    41:43 interior design tips

    43:48 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/rhoda-allie-prove-them-wrong-trade-partying-for-prep-stage-iq-know-what-you-are-getting-into-interior-design-tip
    Fri, 01 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    ANGELA RUTHERFORD; Decade Long Road to Pro, Motherhood Boundaries, Hormone Recovery

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Angela Rutherford, a coach for FitBody Fusion, who started competing in 2012 in a natural federation called NANBF, in figure. She switched to the NPC and bikini in 2013 and did her first National show at the end of the season, where she got last callouts. After taking time off to improve her physique, she returned to the stage in 2017 and competed in multiple National shows before taking a break to start her family. Her daughter was born in 2020 and just 15 months later, she returned to the stage in both bikini and wellness. After placing better in Wellness, she decided to focus on that division, but then became pregnant with her son. She made her comeback this year and finally earned her Pro card at 2023 Junior Nationals.

    Angela shares about how she balances motherhood, coaching and bodybuilding. You don’t want to miss this episode!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -overcoming an eating disorder in her teens

    -prep and motherhood

    -picking up unhelpful habits

    -working out with kids

    -muscle loss during pregnancy

    -hard learned lessons

    -struggling with hormone imbalances

    -going Pro after 10 years

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ANGELA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_angelarutherford_/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@_angelarutherford_

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:25 achieving your goals as a mom

    12:40 nutrition expectations

    16:43 incorporating her kids in her workouts

    18:45 shifting into motherhood

    27:30 returning to stage postpartum

    32:10 competing on the National stage

    35:55 food mistakes and disordered eating

    41:45 developing positive body image

    49:10 signs of better health

    53:03 working as a coach

    59:40 lessons learned getting to the Pro level

    66:02 goals as a Pro

    67:20 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/angela-rutherford-decade-long-road-to-pro-motherhood-boundaries-hormone-recovery
    Fri, 25 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    AMBER PACHOLOK; Makeup & Hair Dos and Don’ts, Hardest Prep, Career Burnout & Lifestyle Pressure, Your Purpose in Bodybuilding

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Amber Pacholok, a former competitive cheerleader and gymnastics coach from North Carolina. She started college as an early childhood education major with a minor in psychology, and halfway through I made the decision to follow her dreams of becoming a makeup artist and went to cosmetology school. She found bodybuilding by doing extensions for clients that were in prep. In 2019, she began competing then her second show ever at 2020 Jr. USA’s, where she placed 3rd. After third callout at her next National show, she switched coaches and took an improvement season. She returned to the stage in 2022, and eventually won her Pro card at 2023 Universe.

    After 10 years of being a hair colorist/special event makeup artist, she transitioned her business to focus on stage glam. Amber P. Beauty's main focus is glamming athletes for stage and teaching athletes how to perfect their stage glam, and offers “mindset makeover”.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -mindset and mental health

    -dealing with difficult preps

    -transitioning from salon to stage glam

    -struggling with burnout

    -finding a coach who supports you

    -going through a worthiness journey

    -Amber P. Beauty

    -embracing your own beauty

    -common mistakes with glam

    -skin care

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH AMBER:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberpacholok/

    Website: https://www.amberpbeauty.com/

    Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlgainzpodcast/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:08 most recent prep

    9:30 transitioning her career

    12:40 struggles in her marriage

    24:01 developing community in bodybuilding

    27:15 health and having children

    32:20 struggling with burnout

    33:35 ups and downs of placings

    39:10 changes to nutrition

    42:30 going though a worthiness journey

    47:45 experience with Pro debut

    54:20 being a beauty business owner

    61:02 discovering your own look

    68:40 stage glam tips

    82:58 advice for business

    88:40 advice for competitors

    89:39 feedback from judges

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/amber-pacholok-makeup-hair-dos-and-donts-hardest-prep-career-burnout-lifestyle-pressure-your-purpose-in-bodybuilding
    Fri, 18 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    AIMEE JACOBS; Finding Confidence after Childhood Trauma, New Zealand vs American Competing & Fitness Industry, Growing Friendships

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Aimee Jacobs from Wellington, New Zealand, who has been competing since July 2018. She competed in her first IFBB show in March 2019, taking first place in both Open and novice. She competed in Nationals that year with a new coach Kurt Dell, and took first place in her classes but missed out on the overall win. She earned her Pro Card at Nationals 2020 with an overall win. She mad her Pro debut in December 2021, placing 4th. Aimee works in IT and is working toward earning her personal training certificate.

    Aimee is so open with her story. She shares about her experience being sexually abused as a child and how she is overcoming the long-term trauma that caused.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -trauma from being sexually abused as a child

    -disordered eating

    -bringing real confidence

    -competing in New Zealand

    -changing jobs and job loss

    -breast augmentations

    -bodybuilding friendships

    -falling in love with bodybuilding

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH AIMEE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aimeej_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:45 building true confidence

    8:15 coping with lack of support

    12:00 relationship with her mom

    16:50 improvement season experiences

    20:01 choosing where to compete

    25:55 fitness industry in New Zealand

    31:13 fitness for everyone

    35:17 time off after surgery and job loss

    46:40 moving forward after life changes

    49:26 deciding to get a breast augmentation

    59:10 watching people at the gym

    61:04 Pro debut

    66:25 honesty with friends

    70:10 working in IT

    75:44 her relationship with her partner and finding bodybuilding

    80:04 falling in love with bodybuilding

    83:55 current focuses

    86:55 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/aimee-jacobs-finding-confidence-after-childhood-trauma-new-zealand-vs-american-competing-fitness-industry-growing-friendships
    Fri, 11 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    DANIELA BENITEZ; Overcoming Negative Emotions, Love The Season You’re In, Makeup Artist Insights, Belief In Yourself, Don’t Do This Post-Show

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Daniela Benitez who born in Costa Rica and moved to Utah at 14. She’s a mother, makeup artist, baker, and sales manager, who started her fitness journey after a divorce. She began body building at the end of 2017, competing in three shows back to back. She won the overall at her 4th show ever which led her to compete on the National level. She earned her Pro card at 2020 USA’s and has since competed in three Pro shows with plans to compete later this year. We hear about Daniela’s work as a makeup artist and why she loves working with competitors on show day. She also gives some of her best tips!

    Daniela shares all the ups and downs of her journey to Pro and why earning her Pro card was so important to her. I know many people will be able to relate to her story!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -being a makeup artist

    -competing after having COVID

    -being the first Costa Rican bikini Pro

    -struggling with binge eating

    -being a mom

    -loving yourself first

    -struggles during prep

    -setting yourself up for success

    -baking on the side

    -working on feedback

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH DANIELA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitmode_tica/

    LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/fitmodetica

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    7:30 ups and downs of journey to Pro

    15:05 dealing with doubt

    17:50 creating resilience through bodybuilding

    21:20 affects on her son

    25:05 helping her depression with fitness

    30:30 loving every season

    37:01 day to day life

    44:58 tips from a makeup artist

    51:20 what to look for when hiring an MUA

    56:05 having a baking business

    63:15 plans for future shows

    72:50 training and nutrition in different seasons

    80:00 post-show treats

    84:25 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/daniela-benitez-overcoming-negative-emotions-love-the-season-youre-in-makeup-artist-insights-belief-in-yourself-dont-do-this-post-show
    Fri, 04 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    ALLY VATTHAUER; Marriage Growth, Prep Travel Simplified, Emotional Body Image, Training Intensity, Comparison

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Ally Vattauer from Tucson, Arizona. She started competing in 2018, competing in both regional and national shows. She took 2020 and 2021 off for an improvement season and returned to the stage in 2022 when she won her first regional Overall. She earned her Pro card at Jr. Nationals in 2023 with the Overall win!

    Ally went to school for and worked as a Registered Veterinary Technician but moved to Maryland to work at the National Institutes of Health in the Tuberculosis Research Section. She is now an online coaching for lifestyle clients and competitors, and also offers posing lessons.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -off season & weight gain in females

    -lifestyle balance

    -handling a full time job while competing

    -joy through posing

    -finding a sense of belonging in bodybuilding

    -enjoying every season

    -training to failure

    -goals for coaching

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ALLY:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allyvatthauer/

    LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/allyvatthauer

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:55 creating confidence on stage

    8:15 advice for first time posers

    10:41 having a supportive husband

    17:15 changes to marriage with competing

    21:20 traveling as a competitor

    28:35 planning her Pro debut

    32:30 living like a pro

    37:00 favorite parts of each season

    40:41 changes in a Pro prep

    46:15 fears of gaining weight

    52:25 success in the improvement season

    58:55 getting into coaching

    63:55 working full-time

    68:30 questions from listeners

    74:10 doing her own glam

    79:50 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/ally-vatthauer-marriage-growth-prep-travel-simplified-emotional-body-image-training-intensity-comparison
    Fri, 28 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    KATERYNA KAUFFMANN

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Kateryna Kauffmann, a 36 years old originally from Ukraine who moved to Canada when she was 11 years old as a refugee. She is a mom of two girls who are 15 and one and a half years old. Kateryna started competing in 2015 and first turned pro in the IFBB Elite. She switched to NPC/IFBB in 2019 when she then had a 4 year break due to COVID and having a baby. She earned her Pro card at the 2022 Toronto Pro qualifier and made her Pro debut the next day, placing top 5!

    She has worked as an operating room nurse at a trauma center for the past 10 years and is also a posing coach. Kateryna shares so much great advice for competitors to improve their posing. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -training postpartum

    -knowing your posing angles

    -posing practice advice

    -organizing and prioritizing

    -inventing with her sister

    -overcoming fear

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH KATERYNA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/__4bidden__/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:09 creating her Pro routine

    10:30 working with posing clients

    14:10 setting yourself apart with posing

    24:25 becoming a posing coach

    30:30 embracing a new identity

    34:30 adding more to your plate

    40:25 inventing with her sister

    43:10 getting into nursing

    47:40 developing a growth mindset

    54:36 prepping postpartum

    62:01 having her husband as her coach

    65:00 goals for the future

    70:30 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/kateryna-kauffmann
    Fri, 21 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    TIANNA WEYMOUTH; How to Improve Between Shows, Am I Too Young?, Bodybuilding Gave My Family Life

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Tianna Weymouth, who is the youngest IFBB Pro. She started competing at 17 and earned her Pro card in her first season at 18 years old, 12 hours after she graduated from high school! She competed in two regional shows and one national show before winning her Pro card at Junior Nationals. Her goal is to inspire others to find their passion, as she has done with bodybuilding. She wants to let kindness be her legacy as she starts in her rookie Pro season.

    Tianna has accomplished so much at a young age. This interview is full of surprises. You don’t want to miss it!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -past experiences eating disorder

    -addiction in her family

    -spreading kindness in the sport

    -rediscovering herself

    -positive impacts of social media

    -prepping at 17 years old

    -Olympia goals

    -learning about business at an early age

    -embracing failure

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH TIANNA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tianna.weymouth_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:40 rediscovering her dream

    7:14 leaving a legacy of kindness

    9:44 struggling with eating disorders

    16:20 shifting mindset to building muscle

    23:20 being a young competitor

    26:30 life before eating disorder

    29:18 focus in training and the rest of the season

    32:18 goals for competing

    35:24 being a young entrepreneur

    42:40 schedules and habits

    51:06 gaining confidence through competing

    58:10 building her relationship with her dad

    64:10 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/tianna-weymouth
    Fri, 14 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    BROOKLIN BADE; Endometriosis, Lupus, Exploring Enhancements, Pursuing the Next Level

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Brooklin Bade, a posing coach and aspiring aesthetician with a bachelors in health sciences. She was also in the military, but she found her passion was to help women become more confident with themselves. She started competing in 2020, becoming nationally qualified in her first show. In 2021, she competed in her first National show and earned her Pro Card in 2022 at Nationals. Brooklin shares her experience dealing with two autoimmune disease diagnoses and how they have changed her life.

    Brooklin is so open about her life experiences and how her journey through competing has helped her grow as a person.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -mental illness

    -endometriosis

    -Lupus

    -PED usage

    -military service

    -focusing on inner health

    -chasing new dreams

    -the maturity to be passionate

    -changing career paths

    -healing past trauma

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH BROOKLIN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brooklinslife/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:30 struggling with autoimmune issues

    13:50 changes after endometriosis surgery

    17:08 navigating a lupus diagnosis

    20:45 changing to a Mediterranean diet

    27:25 taking an extended improvement season

    31:35 choices made to be competitive

    40:48 goals as a Pro

    43:25 the military and competing

    47:50 being in a good place to prep

    49:47 a strong passion for competing

    52:40 doubting herself after lower placings

    59:15 feedback from Sandy

    62:20 becoming an aesthetician & posing coach

    66:53 impacts on mental health

    77:02 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 07 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    ABBY REYNA; Reign Athletics Gym, 1st Time Competitor Musts, Sustainability and Joy

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Abby Reyna a personal trainer and owner of Reign Athletics gym in Houston, Texas. She started to compete in 2018 as a way to challenge herself to overcome shyness and discomfort in big crowds. Sh won her Pro card the next year at only her second show ever, and then took an extended growth season, making her Pro debut in 2021. Because of her decision to compete, she found her love for the fitness industry, which lead her to opening her gym.

    Abby offers important advice, especially for new competitors, about being present for the journey.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -essentials for beginners

    -don’t be hard on yourself after a show

    -body dysmorphia

    -women in business

    -starting a side hustle

    -mentoring young gym members

    -avoiding comparison

    -sustainable preps

    -being a gym owner

    -her relationship with her husband

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ABBY:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_abbyreyna/

    Gym: https://www.instagram.com/reignathleticsgym/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:29 her first prep

    8:35 feeling discouraged after a show

    11:58 comparing amateur and pro preps

    14:30 finding sustainability

    21:27 growth through constructive criticism

    24:30 learning about bodybuilding through her husband

    26:10 having a degree in finance & entrepreneurship

    33:45 deciding to open in Houston

    36:21 challenges faced running a gym

    41:05 marrying her high school sweetheart

    44:20 mentoring young gym members

    48:25 helping immigrant youth find resources

    53:56 being a personal trainer

    55:10 having a love for travel

    58:05 keeping passion in your relationship

    59:03 goals for competing

    60:45 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 30 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    AMY VETTERS; Buckets, Health Routines And Movement Awareness, True Support In Relationships

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Amy Vetters, a Masters athlete living in Colorado who started competing in 2017. She began in bikini, dabbled in Wellness and returned back to bikini. Any has only competed in 7 shows total, and earned her Pro card I turned pro at her 6th show in November 2022 at Masters USAs. She then earned a top 10 at her Pro debut less than a month later. She owns two businesses; Alinea coaching and a tanning salon.

    Amy shares the story of how a health scare lead her to totally change her life. She shares such an empowering message. Yo don’t want to miss this interview!


    TOPICS COVERED
    -changing your lifestyle
    -prioritizing gut health
    -working with a movement coach
    -routine and consistency
    -relationship with her husband
    -owning multiple businesses with her husband
    -controlling how you react
    -why bodybuilding
    -competing in Wellness
    -doing only what moves your goals forward


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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amers_lildyno/
    Coaching: https://www.instagram.com/alinea.coaching/


    TIME STAMPS
    1:00 introduction
    2:40 turning her life around after a health scare
    10:23 the importance of gut health
    15:45 impacts on her as a competitor
    19:40 daily habits
    28:50 shifting current mindset
    31:40 working with a movement coach
    35:32 why she changed her life
    40:35 being with a supportive partner
    45:40 having tough conversations
    50:26 her husband as her coach & business partner
    55:40 what sets her apart as a coach
    59:20 boundaries and choices
    65:49 muscle penguins
    67:20 trying out Wellness
    72:40 her Pro debut
    77:13 capitalizing on improvement season
    84:35 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 23 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    LAURA ZIV; When Heartbreak Hits, First Improvement Season, Bodybuilding in France

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Laura Ziv, an athlete, personal trainer, nutritionist and business owner. Laura grew up in the south of France, she has always been very sporty and has had a taste for competition since a very young age, having participated in the French horse riding championships for several years. After the death of her father, she fell into alcohol and drugs.

    In 2018, she discovered bodybuilding and finally managed to get rid of her unhealthy habits and live a happy life that fulfilled her.

    She has since opened several coaching companies and was one of the pioneers in coaching with electrostimulation at the international level, becoming an expert in the field.

    She earned her Pro card in 2020 at the British Finals and completed in the 2022 Olympia after winning the 1 Bro Pro show in the UK.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -why she started bodybuilding

    -dealing with weight gain

    -taking time to grow

    -leaving a relationship

    -flexibility in posing

    -bodybuilding in France

    -dangerous coaching practices

    -community in bodybuilding

    -losing her father at a young age

    -being a business owner

    -supporting financial growth

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraziv_official/

    Website: https://getstarted.lauraziv.com/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@laurazivifbbpro

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:48 feedback from the Olympia

    9:10 two months of no tracking

    12:50 being in an unhealthy relationship

    18:30 approaching relationships & competing

    22:10 comparing ourselves to others

    23:57 working towards another Olympia

    27:15 common mistakes

    32:10 working as a coach & posing coach

    35:21 the Olympia experience

    40:15 discovering bodybuilding & leaving drugs and alcohol

    45:18 running many businesses

    49:13 knowing when to push

    53:35 building an empire

    64:50 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 16 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    MIA BARTSCHI; Self-Harm to Self-Love, Evaluate your Systems, Demanding Life Pursuits

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Mia Bartschi, who grew up as a cross country and track athlete. She lived the “bodybuilding lifestyle” for a little over 6 years before decided to get a coach and step on the stage for the first time. She recently graduated college and will be attending law school in the fall! She began her competitive journey in the NPC in March 2022, with her first show in June 2022. She earned her Pro Card only 6 months later at NPC Nationals in December 2022 and is planning her Pro debut for this summer.

    Mia is so open with her past and I know so many others will be able to relate. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -self-harm to self-love

    -training for better mental health

    -prep as a self-confidence builder

    - embracing the journey

    -Fast road to Pro

    -imposter syndrome

    -having a coach and community you trust

    -the ability to change YOUR story

    -balancing college, an internship and work during prep

    -differences between 11th place USAs to Pro card Nationals

    -competitor self-criticism

    -forming relationships in the bodybuilding community

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    CONNECT WITH MIA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miabartschi/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:45 history with self-harm

    9:52 impact of getting on stage with self-harm scars

    12:38 being diagnosed with Bipolar 2

    14:35 changing your story

    18:00 building confidence

    21:56 fast road to Pro

    29:15 what being a Pro means to her

    33:10 how she created her Pro physique

    43:16 creating self-love

    47:45 prepping as a Pro versus amateur

    49:35 passions in life

    54:18 plans going into law school

    61:18 keeping things sustainable

    63:20 becoming a sponge

    69:05 deciding to study law

    72:30 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 09 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    EMILY DEAN; God's Plan, Muscle Relief, Purpose in Pain, Above & Beyond in Everything

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Emily Dean, a Masters athlete who started competing in 2017

    and earned her Pro card at the 2022 Teen Collegiate & Masters Nationals where she won the Overall in 40+ and 45+. She then made her Pro Debut at Masters World Championship 40+ where she won 7th Place. Emily is a mother, wife, grandmother, owner of Beauty Beast Skin Care, and woman of faith.

    Emily shares what lead her to her fitness journey after her mom committed suicide in 2015, and how the support of her husband has fueled her goals.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -what led her to fitness

    -her journey through faith

    -surrounding yourself with the right people

    -setting healthy boundaries

    -being a natural athlete

    -living the fitness lifestyle

    -becoming a Pro

    -building a marriage based in faith

    -having a skin care line

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilybutterfly_ifbbpro/

    Beauty Beast IG: https://www.instagram.com/beautybeastskincare/

    Skin Care: https://beautybeast.shop/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    2:29 discussing her faith

    4:55 early competing journey

    14:35 releasing stage nerves

    19:08 family support and dealing with loss

    26:20 relationship with her children

    31:34 making fitness a lifestyle

    35:34 aging in bodybuilding

    40:45 improvements to earning her Pro card

    43:32 healthy relationships

    50:19 realizing her situation wasn’t right for her

    53:24 goals for the future

    65:10 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 02 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    COURTNEY USTRZYCKI; Solitude for Clarity, Be Where you Are, Balance for a Competitor

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Courtney Ustrzycki, a coach, wife, and taco queen. She lives in beautiful Cancun Mexico, where she manages her online coaching team, Courtney For Life. Since 2015 she’s helped hundreds of women build more capable and confident bodies, through nutrition, training and mindset. Before she got into bodybuilding, Courtney competed in powerlifting, which was a monumental foundation for her bodybuilding success. She started competing in 2019 and turned Pro at the 2022 NPC Worldwide Mexican Nationals, where she won the overall! Now, Courtney is preparing for her Pro Debut season, planning to compete outside of Mexico.

    We hear about Courtney’s journey from being a general personal trainer agains bodybuilding to now being an IFBB Pro!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -changing thought patterns about competing

    -transitioning from IFBB Elite to NPC/IFBB Pro

    -running her coaching business

    -habits for success

    -importance of morning routines

    -from partier to coach

    -healing to be in a healthy relationship

    -lifestyle balance and competitor balance

    -deciding to go ALL IN

    -loving the food you're eating

    -don’t wish you aren’t where you are

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneyforlife_/

    Business IG: https://www.instagram.com/cflcoaching/

    Website: https://www.courtneyforlife.com/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:20 having a passion for coaching

    7:35 different types of preps

    10:37 balancing all aspects of life

    18:55 daily habits for success

    22:05 enforcing boundaries

    30:06 expectations for life

    33:35 moving past a toxic relationship

    42:28 keeping business separate from competing

    50:40 launching a pre prep program

    54:30 lessons learned from competing

    60:15 underrated aspects to improve as a competitor

    64:15 using her education and experience

    67:02 preparing for her Pro debut

    72:30 coming full circle as a podcast guest

    80:21 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 26 May 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    ARIELLE ANN; Love in Loss, Respect the Journey, Second Callouts to Pro Card

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Arielle Ann Johnson, a momma of two amazing children and the first IFBB Bikini Pro from North Dakota. Growing up doing pageants and collegiate gymnastics and cheerleader, Arielle is no stranger to the stage. She first competed in 2019 and went on to compete in her first National show where she got second callouts. After taking time off, she came back in 2021 and experienced the loss of her boyfriend, Ty. After a short break, she then returned to the National circuit and eventually won her Pro Card at 2022 Nationals.

    Arielle has faced a lot of challenges but bodybuilding has provided her a space to prioritize her mental health. She is so open and honest about her journey and struggles. You don’t want to miss this episode!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -advocating for mental health

    -routine helping through trauma

    -dealing with the loss of her boyfriend

    -supporting other going through loss

    -never settle

    -being present and living in the moment

    -being kind to yourself

    -communicating with your coach

    -family relationships

    -motherhood and competing

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    TikTok: @arielleanns

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    2:05 love and the loss of her boyfriend

    6:40 finding strength through bodybuilding

    10:18 changing plans after loss

    14:40 grieving and motherhood

    17:06 meeting her boyfriend on TikTok

    21:40 new visions for the future

    25:49 making the most of your relationships

    28:15 what it means to settle

    33:24 getting into competing

    36:28 changing her approach to motherhood

    37:54 letting go of the shreds

    39:40 lessons learning in going Pro

    43:50 setting a timeline

    46:15 inspirations

    49:38 a day in the life

    52:01 family support and relationships

    55:01 the desire to turn Pro

    57:35 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 19 May 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    TOXIC ANGELZ BIKINIS SPECIAL FEATURE WITH MARGARET BIALKIN

    Today I speak with Margaret Bialkin, CEO and owner of Toxic Angelz Bikinis. She is a wife and mom of two baby girls and a Frenchie. She are up in Santa Rosa, CA. She competed in her first competition in 2009. When she’s not working, she enjoys going out on the boat, going on walks, and cooking. We talk about all things suits and presentation, and common mistakes competitors make. Margaret tells us her journey to starting her own suit business and why she’s more dedicated than ever!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -finding the right suit

    -being an entrepreneur

    -adapting to motherhood

    -when a suit doesn’t fit right

    -the right color for you

    -believing in yourself and taking the risk

    -suit trends and how they’ve changed

    -Toxic Angelz Buy-Back program

    -dealing with haters

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    CONNECT WITH MARGARET:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margaretbialkin/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toxicangelzbikinis/

    Website: https://toxicangelzbikinis.com/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:03 growing in personal life and business

    6:13 knowing it’s time to expand

    8:20 balancing motherhood and owning a business

    10:29 relating business and motherhood

    13:50 tips for choosing the right suit

    21:00 finding your color

    23:30 deciding to make suits

    26:20 changing trends

    32:30 crystal pattern designs

    35:40 handling problems and complaints

    38:00 choosing the right top

    40:40 pet peeves with suits and the industry

    44:35 visions for future growth

    46:00 where the name came from

    52:20 the Toxic Angels experience

    53:40 getting sponsored

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    Wed, 17 May 2023 07:00:05 +0000
    SAVANNAH WATCHMAN; The Lucky Toenail, Only Fans Your Way, Everything Happens As It Should, Joy In The Journey

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Savannah Watchman, a fitness coach who has been competing since summer of 2019. She did 4 regional shows, 4 national shows and has competing as a Pro! She earned her Pro card at the 2022 USA championships where she earned the overall title. She placed 5th in her Pro Debut as the 2022 Sasquatch Pro and is now in her first full season as a Pro. Savannah tells us about her experience on the National circuit working with different coaches for different peak weeks.

    Savannah balances being a special education teacher along with coaching and competing. She shares how learning discipline through prep has carried over to other aspects of her life. You don’t want to miss her advice!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -hitting the national circuit

    -mental health and eating disorders

    -body dysmorphia

    -switching coaches

    -dealing with imposter syndrome

    -family support

    -learning to be disciplined

    -relationship with her husband

    -Only Fans your way

    The Lucky Toenail

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_savannah_joy/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    2:39 experience on National circuit

    15:50 not winning an overall

    20:40 having a husband who competed

    23:40 discipline over motivation

    26:20 taking the first step

    29:12 different seasons of competing

    32:50 competing as a teacher

    40:25 meeting her husband

    46:30 her parent’s relationship

    48:39 having an Only Fans

    57:25 being LDS

    59:20 managing depression and anxiety

    66:51 making her Pro debut

    76:30 improving glutes and peaking strategies

    79:54 the Lucky Toenail

    82:45 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 12 May 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    KARENE RICHARDS-WISE; CEO of Your Life, Godly Marriage, Mathematics, Business & Finance Building

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Karene Richards-Wise, a health coach, pro athlete, board member, finance chair and inspirational speaker with 18 years experience in Investment Banking. She is also the former CEO of the Association for Women in Science. After her mom died at age 48 from breast cancer, she decided to live her life differently and practice better self care. After her own health scare, Karene hired a health coach and achieved an incredible physique transformation. In 2019 Karene was named one of the 100 Most Influential People of African Descent under 40 by the United Nations. She currently serves on the boards for both The Association For Women in Science and The National Speakers Association.”

    Karene talks to us about wealth management and why a budget is so important to us as competitors! You do not want to miss the valuable information she has to share!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -competing as a newlywed

    -sex drive and competing

    -how competing affected her marriage

    -mental health tools

    -winning 2 pro cards at 40

    -encourage your spouse to stay in shape

    -Linked In as versusInstagram

    -leaving corporate America

    -true cost of competing

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenerichards/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fithiddenfigure/

    Website: https://fithiddenfigure.com/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:50 competing as a christian

    7:20 using Linked in for her business

    11:30 the roll fitness plays in your professional success

    17:55 underrated things overlooked in business & wealth management

    22:50 having a go-getter mentality

    26:30 working hard at school for scholarships

    30:45 coming to USA from Jamaica

    39:35 relationship with her husband

    50:30 competing as a newlywed

    58:45 proactively working on your marriage

    63:15 IFBB versus NPC

    67:39 plans for competing after family

    70:00 being the CEO of your life

    82:10 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 05 May 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    ANNA HISE; Is Enjoyment Necessary?, Self-Confidence, Finding Yourself, More to Life than Prep

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Anna Hise, a 27 years old competitor born and raised in Salt Lake City, UT. She turned Pro at her second show ever at 2020 USA’s. Her fitness journey began after a 10 year struggle with anorexia. She openly shares her experience with an eating disorder form a young age and tells us how she overcame it. Through fitness, Anna has establish a positive relationship with food and her body. Anna talks about her love for coding and her pursuit of a career in data science.

    Anna’s experience with back pain and scoliosis teaches us how being in tune with our body can change so many things! You don’t want to miss this episode!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -finding balance

    -dealing with injuries & taking time off

    -internal struggles faced after turning pro

    -building confidence

    -studying information systems

    -healing through fitness

    -goals for the future

    -falling in love with the gym again

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annbann2/

    TikTok: ANNA HISE

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:03 turning Pro after only two shows

    7:35 a year of growth in many ways

    11:25 studying coding & information systems

    14:45 learning from intentional isolation

    18:45 struggle with anorexia

    23:15 deciding to pursue bodybuilding

    28:30 dealing with injuries & scoliosis

    35:55 trusting in your coach

    37:40 plans for competing

    43:00 identifying burnout

    48:10 rebuilding a love for the gym

    52:28 skin care

    57:09 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 28 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    LAURA STALINKEVICIUTE & CELESTE IN PERSON CATCH UP INTERVIEW; Ms Bikini Olympia Goals, Environment & Support, American Dreams

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Laura Stalinkeviciute, a returning guest on the podcast! I had the chance to do a live recording with Laura in Las Vegas and I jumped on the the opportunity! Having previously competed in the IFBB Elite in Europe, she earned her Pro Card quickly after switching to the NPC. She has been building her physique since ten and hope to make her Pro Debut soon! Laura is a Lithuanian athlete and coach who works with women online. Laura shares the importance of surrounding yourself with good energy in order to grow and how the bodybuilding scene is different in Lithuania.

    Make sure you go back and listen to my first interview with Laura linked below!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -meeting Pros in person

    -avoiding comparisons

    -IFBB Elite versus NPC

    -bodybuilding in Lithuania

    -working as an online coach

    -being a “unicorn”

    -having faith in yourself

    -relationships

    -staying lean year round

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH LAURA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stalinkeviciute/

    Previous episode: http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast/category/laura-stalinkeviciute

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@stalinkeviciute/featured

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:50 feedback from Sandy

    9:46 advice for competitors wanting to grow

    13:10 moving to the USA

    15:25 working with Adam of See You Later Leaner

    20:15 life in Lithuania

    26:40 working with clients and posting on YouTube

    28:27 being a “unicorn”

    29:24 belief in herself

    32:19 distractions from your goals

    36:04 relationships with her siblings

    41:30 training and nutrition

    46:10 connect with Laura

    48:05 Vegas gyms

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    Wed, 26 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    BRANDI SHANE; Key to Your Universe, Confirmation Bias, Manifesting, Representation, Self-Awareness

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Brandi Shane, an ISSA certified personal trainer, certified nutrition coach, a 3-time top 5 National NPC Bikini Athlete, and now a 3 time overall winner. She woke her Pro card and overall title at NPC Nationals 2022. Although she has always been an athlete, she didn’t get serious about my own fitness goals until 2015 when I discovered the world of bodybuilding and fell in love with the science of fitness and nutrition.

    She has seen how women have delayed or struggled through their fitness journey due to “gym-timidation” or confusion on how or where to start because of the rise of fitness influencers on social media. This is why she is passionate about coaching women to reach their fitness and nutrition goals. She has a podcast called The Real Raw Real wit two other bikini athletes.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -vision boards and setting intentions

    -the power of self awareness mindset

    -mental health

    -reaching the pro level and thinking like a “pro”

    -maintaining a post-show reverse

    -marriage/partnership with a spouse that doesn’t understand bodybuilding

    -empowering and inspiring amateur athletes

    -shift your mindset, transform your body and nourish your soul

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH BRANDI:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/b.shane_ifbbpro/

    Real Raw Real Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/therealrawreal/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:26 visualization and journaling

    10:26 backing up affirmations with action

    20:57 choosing to love ourselves

    27:55 growth in relationships

    33:39 overcoming doubt with proof

    39:08 learning through competing

    46:28 taking time off

    49:20 being in alignment with the win

    51:15 the process of getting a pro card versus getting it

    56:15 feeling burnout

    58:11 starting a podcast & speaking at CCTS

    68:29 relationships and competing

    79:08 using an Olympia platform

    84:57 representation matters

    91:30 advice to competitors

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    Fri, 21 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    MEGAN LONG; Handling Reddit Hate, What Do I Deserve from a Man?, Performing Under Pressure, Competing for the Right Reasons

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Megan Long, Health and fitness coach, Raw and Revive athlete, and so much more than bodybuilding. She started competing in 2016 at age 18 and has done 6 regional shows and 5 national shows since then. After coaching changes, long off seasons, and deciding to take bodybuilding seriously she won her Pro card in July 2022 at USAs. Megan talks about her struggles handling pressure early on in her career and how coaching changes helped her grow mentally and physically.

    Megan does NOT hold back in the conversation. She is so generous with her wisdom and experiences. You don’t want to miss it!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -changing coaches

    -her relationship with herself in off season

    -the subjectivity of bodybuilding

    -wanting to win versus needing to win

    -prioritizing your own needs

    -knowing who you are

    -leading from the front

    -her relationship with her brother

    -haters on Reddit

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megsfit_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    6:38 placings at National shows

    11:00 becoming a person who can handle pressure

    13:16 deciding to change coaches

    21:20 breaking down to build back up

    23:57 the drive to please others & not being valued in relationships

    31:06 deciding to work with Matt Jansen

    33:30 how far to push your health

    35:45 impacts of bodybuilding on other parts of life

    36:39 becoming a coach

    41:44 embracing improvement seasons

    46:55 trusting your body

    50:20 using structure to succeed

    52:12 her relationship with her brother

    57:20 dealing with haters on Reddit

    74:55 evolving for the better

    76:40 relationship with her ex

    78:32 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 14 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    HOPE CASTELLI; Emotional Posing, Self-Awareness, Personal Pro Standard

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Hope Castelli, a lifestyle, prep, and posing coach. As an amateur, she competed in 3 regional and 4 national shows. She won Pro Card at NPC Nationals in 2020, and then made her Pro debut a week later. She has since competed in 8 pro shows, placing top 10 multiple times, and even placed 4th, earning Olympia points.

    Hope talks about what inspired her to become a coach and how she supports her clients through all aspects of their fitness journey. She also shares her struggles with an eating disorder and how it informs her process as a competitor. Hope does not hold back in this conversation!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -coaching and training

    -growing glutes

    -posing as art

    -supporting her posing clients

    -overcoming an eating disorder

    -moving during prep

    -embracing all seasons

    -setting standards for yourself

    -shifting from powerlifting to bodybuilding

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    CONNECT WITH HOPE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopes_fit_ifbbpro/

    Website: https://www.posewithhope.com

    Email: posewithhope@gmail.com

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:33 bringing her best to stage

    7:10 knowing when to keep pushing

    10:30 confidence in posing

    15:38 being inspired to coach posing

    21:30 being open about nutrition

    24:20 building a healthy lifestyle before competing

    30:50 being mindful of disordered thoughts

    36:20 prep versus improvement season

    41:05 what being a Pro means to her

    44:50 shifting from powerlifting to bodybuilding

    49:15 placings at national shows

    54:45 wanting to give up

    61:30 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 07 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    TORI PARELLA; ED Treatment Experience, Post Show Adjustments, Advocating for 2nd Opinions

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Victoria Parella, who began competing at the age of 20, in the OCB. After two shows, she switched to the NPC to take competing more seriosuly. She took a four year hiatus to focus on health and things outside of competing. Then she game back and competed in 12 shows, including 6 national shows, and earned her Pro card at 2022 Nationals. She works as an online coach for posing, fitness, and nutrition. Tori is currently in nursing school and is looking forward to her Pro debut!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -eating disorder

    -mental illness and mindset

    -reinventing yourself

    -sharing every phase

    -planning a Pro debut

    -the pressure to turn Pro

    -when to have kids

    -taking time off

    -healing gut and hormones

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH TORI:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_torinatorfitness_/

    TikTok: @torinatorfitness_

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:10 dance background influencing posing

    5:40 battling with anorexia

    12:10 reinventing yourself

    19:40 current focus outside of competing

    23:55 pausing one dream for another

    35:34 day in the life

    38:50 feedback at National shows

    43:00 changing up training

    46:15 moments on stage winning her Pro card

    54:45 standout moments in her career

    61:50 taking a 4 year break

    78:28 her experience as a coach

    84:20 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 31 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    MARINA MALIDEN; Israeli Army, Stop Prep if this Happens, Embrace Shapes, Female Life Decisions

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Marina Maliden. She was born in Ukrainian grew up in Israel, where she served Israeli army. After finishing collage, she moved to the United States where she became a NASM certified nutrition coach and personal trainer, as well real estate professional. She started competing in 2013 at a show Israel. Her first NPC show was in 2016. She then went on to compete in 9 National shows where she finally won her Pro card at Nationals in 2022. She made her Pro debut at Texas Pro where she placed 6th. She grew up as a track athlete and a dancer and worked as a professional dancer on cruise ships!

    Because of her passion for helping people, she now works as a lifestyle and weight loss online coach. She continues to work in real estate for the same reason, to help people find their dream homes!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -suffering from bulimia

    -NPC Louisiana shows and expos

    -taking time to grow

    -working with Corey Becker

    -fitting the criteria

    -shifting focus in the off season

    -being in the Israeli Army

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH MARINA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marinaxsky/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@marinaxcore

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:30 journey to going Pro

    9:20 falling in love with bodybuilding again

    14:10 off season self-love

    17:29 hormonal issues

    22:25 prioritizing the timeline

    26:00 pursuing different careers

    27:50 her Pro debut

    35:56 serving in the Israeli Army

    40:02 competing in the NPC

    45:35 current goals

    48:50 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 24 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +0000
    SHANTAL BARROS; 5 Years Off, Misunderstood in Relationships, Never Poor Again

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Shantal Barros, who turned Pro in 2017 at USAs. After winning her Pro card, she took 5 years off and made her Pro debut in 2022, where she placed as high as second. She lives in New York City and is a marine and owns her own business. Her passion for bodybuilding started when she lived in California and needed to lose weight to join the Marines. She started competing in 2015 after leaving her ex-husband.

    Shantal talks about the long break she took away from the stage and why she eventually decided to make her Pro debut. We hear how Shantal truly lived the lifestyle because she enjoys it. I think all competitors can relate to this conversation!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -relationships in prep

    -dealing with suicidal thoughts

    -how bodybuilding saved her life

    -evolving as an athlete

    -being a Marine

    -having family support

    -being a business owner

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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH SHANTAL:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chunkywonkymonkey/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:30 wanting to compete after 5 years off

    13:05 how bodybuilding saved her life

    18:15 her time in the Marines

    25:12 adapting to being on prep after her break

    30:15 dealing with unsupportive relationships

    44:40 expectations returning to stage

    51:20 life during 5 years off

    55:17 owning her own business

    64:40 relationship with her mom

    68:23 relationship with her coach

    79:35 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 17 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    MADELYN TAYLOR; Purposeful Weight Gain, Toughest Prep, Moderation is Boring, Is My Why Enough?

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro MadelynTaylor. She first started competing in the NPC in 2017 and turned Pro in 2022 at North Americans after 16 total shows. As a new IFBB Pro, competing has been a BIG part of her life. She is happily married with 4 cats and 10 chickens. She and her husband have spent the last year flipping their home and focusing on prep, hoping to start a family in 2023 as she grows into her Pro debut.

    Madelyn shares how she has worked with he coach, Adam, through almost all of her prep and improvement seasons. We hear how she overcame food fears and weight gain in order to become the competitor she is today!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -sticking with a coach

    -how to maintain muscle naturally

    -going from running to bodybuilding

    -overcoming food fears

    -taking advantage of growth

    -slow, sustainable progress

    -starting a family

    -planning a Pro debut

    -going through a home remodel

    -the Why behind the Pro card

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH MADELYN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madelyntaylor_ifbbpro/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MadelynTaylor

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:40 staying with the same coach

    8:50 shifting mindset to bodybuilding

    12:00 lessons learned through the building process

    21:02 prep being tougher than expected

    24:24 maintaining muscle through prep

    31:30 her husband’s support through prep

    35:48 stating a family and planning a Pro debut

    43:40 sharing the Pro stage

    46:35 current focuses for recovery

    49:45 competing as a natural athlete and PEDs

    52:45 home remodel during prep

    55:30 the drive to get a Pro card

    71:05 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 10 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    SAMANTHA BEAUVIS; Retiring, Finding Your Look, Being a Supportive Partner

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Samantha Beauvis, a life-long athlete, who spent years in dance and theatre. She first competed in 2016 where she won the overall. After another regional show, she competed at her first National show in Miami where she got last callouts. Samantha went on to compete in more regional and National shows, but finally earned her Pro card at 2022 Junior Nationals. She finished 2022 competed in three Pro shows, placing as high as 3rd. She is also a hair extension specialist and colorist in Wisconsin.

    Samantha is a huge advocate for finding the right coach, someone who understands heath comes first and doesn’t jeopardize your well being. Her journey to Pro is something you want to hear about. Don’t miss this interview!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -reality check at Nationals

    -staying connected with her husband

    -putting health first

    -nutrition for a lifetime

    -involving your spouse in the process

    -focuses outside of bodybuilding

    -loving the stage

    -stage glam and presentation

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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    CONNECT WITH SAMANTHA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthajobeauvais/

    Hair: https://www.instagram.com/sammibstyles/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    6:55 the drive to compete

    12:45 working with her husband

    18:19 putting health first through prep

    20:20 encouraging more flexible preps

    23:11 advice for spouses

    30:04 running her own business in the hair industry

    32:00 turning Pro

    37:30 taking time off

    39:14 lessons from the journey

    45:35 evolution of her posing and stage look

    57:45 goals moving forward

    65:45 advice for competitiors

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    Fri, 03 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    TESSA BARRESI; Do it for Dad, Tunnel Vision Gone Too Far?, Prioritize Joy

    Today I speak with Canadian IFBB Pro Tessa Baresssi, She won her pro card at age 20, and placed 4th in Pro debut at Vancouver Pro Show. Tessa is a huge advocate for mental health in sports. She works as a posing and lifestyle coach for her company Rzlnt Fitness. Tessa shares how the sudden loss of her father when she was 18 years old shopped the way she views life and how she approaches her goals.

    She has felt with eating disorders and mental health struggles, and has so much to share that can help. Tessa is so open and our conversation goes deep! You don’t want to miss it!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -Eating disorders

    -mental health

    -rebounding vs reversing

    -dealing with burnout

    -watching for Red Flags

    -feelings of helplessness

    -sustainability in the sport

    -enjoying life and being passionate

    -struggling post Pro card win

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ANA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessabarresi/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TessaBarresi

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:05 losing her father

    10:45 providing secure attachments

    18:20 negative & positive coaching experiences

    22:50 red flags for mental health struggles

    35:40 detriments of Hustle Culture

    37:30 embracing all stages of bodybuilding

    40:05 knowing you’re experiencing joy

    44:30 emotions after Pro card

    54:55 taking things as they come

    65:40 being open about her struggles

    75:35 future focus and goals

    81:02 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 24 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    ANA SALLES; Brazil to USA, Motherhood & Fitness, Making it Work

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro An Salles, a mom, wife, personal trainer with a masters degree in Political Science. She moved from Brazil to the US in 2011 and earned her certification in Sports Nutritionist and Personal Trainer through NASM. She started coaching athletes for competitions before she stepped on stage myself. She and her husband work together doing online and in person coaching. With her busy life, she never prioritized a show for herself, but finally did one in May 2022 where she won overall. In July 2022, she won first place in both Open class and Masters over 35 at Universe.

    Ana shares how she and her husband live the bodybuilding lifestyle and support each other in their athletic endeavors. They are raising their daughter to live a healthy lifestyle as well!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -Being a mom and setting an example

    -keeping a physique all year round

    -being from a former dancer

    -returning to fitness postpartum adjusting to motherhood

    -time management

    -working on posing

    -finding a way to make it work

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ANA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anasallesfitness/

    Website: www.bodyarchitectsusa.com

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 special announcement

    4:40 moving to the USA

    6:00 getting into bodybuilding

    10:31 living the bodybuilding lifestyle

    14:10 having a daughter and going through pregnancy

    17:45 adjusting to motherhood

    20:15 taking time to build a Pro physique

    24:55 building glutes but not legs

    31:50 changing perspectives as a coach

    33:40 overcoming obstacles as a mom and competition

    37:25 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 17 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000
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    Fri, 10 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    ANNA FALTOVA; Let the Judges be the Judges, In Depth Coach Research, IFBB Elite to NPC, Desire over Discomfort

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Anna Faltova, an online coach and posing coach, who started competing in 2016 in IFBB Elite. She rode horses and did show jumping for 15 years and then transitioned to gym, fitness. She switched to an NPC in 2022, where she placed first in every competition, and earned her Pro card at her third attempt. She is now getting ready for her Pro debut in 2023. Anna is also one of three IFBB Pros from Czechoslovakia!

    Anna and I talk a lot about mindset and transitioning from doubt to belief. Anna tells her about her extensive search for a coach and how seriously she took this decision! We go deep about perspective shifts and how to stay focused on your goals. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    TOPICS COVERED

    -prep mindset

    -training in prep

    -importance of a stage presentation

    -her posing coach

    -taking a beak from stage

    -finding the right coach

    -posing to win

    -switching federations

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ANNA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annafaltova/

    Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/AnnaFaltova

    Website: annalfaltova.cz

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 special announcement

    3:53 introduction

    9:58 letting what will be will be

    12:45 deciding she had more to give in the sport

    19:01 transition from doubt to belief

    24:45 starting to work with a coach

    33:20 switching from IFBB Elite to NPC/IFBB Pro league

    38:01 changes from prep to improvement season

    43:01 mental approach to improvement season

    55:15 evolving in posing and being a posing coach

    59:33 finding bodybuilding and future goals

    66:15 room for improvement

    73:30 how bodybuilding has changed her life

    79:54 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 03 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    Podcast Party Recap

    A reflection on the podcast party this past weekend with thank yous, reading of people's confessions, a recap, and random announcements :O

    HUGE Thank you to Sponsors:

    Posing by A & Jewelry by A: use code Confession for 15% off your jewelry purchase. Visit: https://linktr.ee/PosingbyA Competition prep & Lifestyle coaching company

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    Photographer & Videographer, Studio G: https://linktr.ee/studi0_g thank you to all who showed up, did giveaways and raffles, supported the set up and filling of the event, and to all the pros who attended.

    hear their episodes here:

    http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast/category/brittany-carbullido

    http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast/category/brittany-gillespie

    http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast/category/holly-larson

    http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast/category/huong-mai

    http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast/category/janean-priest

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    Sun, 29 Jan 2023 21:29:04 +0000
    YURIKA SHIGEMOTO; First Olympia Prep, More is Not More, No Standard Prep

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Yurika Shigemoto, a posing coach and a full time registered nurse at an acute care hospital. She started competing in 2015 and then took time off to complete nursing school. She returned to the stage in 2018 at the Hawaii Pro/NPC Pacific Islands where she won the Overall. In 2020, she competed at North Americans where she won her class and her Pro Card! She has since competed in 7 pro shows including the 2022 Olympia! As a former dancer and cheerleader, she loves performing on stage and is always excited to step on stage!

    As a posing coach, Yurika shares her best habits and tips for stretching to improve posing. Yurika wants to encourage people that you can work full time and still be a successful athlete.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -changed how she preps

    -doing back to back shows

    -work and prep balance

    -being a foodie & competitor

    -stretching & posing tips

    -working as a nurse

    -qualifying for the Olympia

    -focusing on sleep and recovery

    -changing mindset to change your body

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    Youtube: https://youtube.com/@yurikashigemotoifbbbikinip6427

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    6:00 evolving approach to prep

    9:59 being a foodie and struggling post show

    14:40 sharing habits & posing

    22:49 becoming a nurse

    26:45 managing work and bodybuilding

    31:15 changes in most recent prep

    39:40 earning an Olympia qualification

    45:30 goals for the Olympia and advice for competitors

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    Fri, 27 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    SOPHIA BERNARD; BTS of Lawyer Life, Potential through Doubt, Loose To-Dos, Free to Pursue

    Today I speak with Haitian IFBB Pro Sophia Bernard, a transportation litigation/ regulatory lawyer, an avid blogger, traveler, and former NCAA Division 2 track athlete. She started competing in 2019, in the NGA. In November of 2020, she did her first NPC show at The Klash where I placed 1st in Novice and 3rd in open. After taking some time to grow, she returned to the National circuit. She finally earned her Pro card at 2022 North Americans where she took first place. Sophia shares how not realizing her full potential in track lead her to compete, where she had the opportunity to fully go for it and not hold herself back. As an athlete and a lawyer, Sophia uses many of the same skills and lessons to be successful in both.

    "I can. I will. I am able. I deserve.” is the mantra that has pushed her through some of her most difficult challenges and they continue to push her today.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -Balancing work

    -relationships and prep

    -imposter syndrome and not giving up

    -competing as a collegiate track athlete

    -competing in different federations

    -the impact her grandmother had

    -law school and working as a lawyer

    -recognizing your short comings

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    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:25 dealing with imposter syndrome

    7:26 deciding to compete

    14:25 shifting to self-belief

    18:59 losing her grandmother during prep

    23:10 making friends in the industry

    30:01 changes made competing at the national level

    33:43 parallel themes as an athlete and as a lawyer

    38:30 activities outside of bodybuilding

    43:10 prep versus improvement season

    50:56 working as a lawyer

    58:50 the value of using a to-do list

    63:25 the joys of being a lawyer

    70:43 competing in pagenats

    79:50 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 20 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    Glam Girl x Build More than Just a Body Retreat in Phoenix, Arizona on February 18th & 19th

    Are you interested in making connections with other like minded women in the "Prep Life"? Are you wanting to get your season started on the right foot with posing and training techniques? Do you want to work on the mental side of prep and your mental fortitude when it comes to reaching and setting your fitness goals? If so, tune in as @celestial_fit and @glamgirlbikini coaches @amyehinger @chrisnicole_ifbbpro talk all things regarding the Season Kick-off Retreat. To register for the retreat click here: https://www.glamgirlbikini.com/2023-retreat/ To join the team apply here: https://www.glamgirlbikini.com/get-started/ You can find us on Instagram @preplifepodcast

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    Wed, 18 Jan 2023 03:30:31 +0000
    BRITTANY CARBULLIDO

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Brittany Carbullido, a mother to a 3 year old boy, a fiancée, and a personal trainer for online lifestyle clients. She also runs a home staging business and is a Real Estate Broker in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. She started her competition journey in the middle of the pandemic while working from home. She was inspired by her mom who is also a bikini competitor! She earned her Pro Card at Universe in 2022 with an overall win, at only her 4th show ever! She wants to provide advice and courage to many women, that you can DO all the things!

    Brittany has such an inspiring story and positive attitude. She is here to inspire each of us to be our best!

    Topics covered include:

    -being confident on stage

    -being a mom as an IFBB pro competitor

    -creating balance in all areas of your life

    -having a mom as a competitor

    -prepping during COVID

    -managing different aspects of life

    -succeeding in real estate

    -avoiding burnout

    -shifting mindset to feeling deserving

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    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:30 having a mom as a competitor

    9:30 beginnings in bodybuilding

    12:27 prepping now versus at the beginning

    15:25 habits to support a busy life

    20:01 working and advancing in real estate

    28:01 feeling inadequate

    33:28 removing self-imposed limits

    40:20 experiencing breakthroughs

    47:00 making improvements from show to show

    52:55 things to have in order before prepping

    57:45 current competition goals

    61:43 bringing confidence to the stage

    66:50 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 13 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    IULIA BABA; International Competitor in the USA, Pre Prep Season, Message to Romanians

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Iulia Baba, the first Romania IFBB Bikini Pro. She began her journey in 2019, after following WBFF and IFBB on social media. She has been involved in fitness for years and is a Certified Trainer in Europe. She won her Pro card at 2021 North Americans where she won her class and was runner up in the Overall. She then competed in her Pro debut at the Powerhouse Classic where she was 8th, and has since competed in 5 more Pro shows! She now does posing and consultation coaching for NPC and other Bikini federations.

    Iulia talks about her experiences making friends and building relationships through bodybuilding and how being a part of a team has enriched her experience. We hear about Julia’s childhood and growing up in Romania and how eating in a small village is different than eating in the USA.

    Iuila and I had a great conversation. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -dealing with a language barrier

    -making friends through bodybuilding

    -meal plan versus macros

    -judges’ feedback

    -growing up in Romania

    -enjoying the process

    -healthy weight gain

    -being a posing coach

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    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:22 getting into bodybuilding

    11:20 deciding to compete at the national level

    21:19 implementing feedback between shows

    28:17 growing up in Romania

    35:02 timing of prep and improvement season

    39:20 meeting her husband

    47:20 lessons from bodybuilding

    53:00 being a posing coach

    58:11 goals as a competitor

    61:15 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 06 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000
    GINA SWITZENY; Move on From Failure, Partner's Sacrifice, Habits of Consistency

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Gina Switzeny a lifelong athlete who started lifting after graduating university. She struggled with her weight in high school and university due to never having proper guidance on health and nutrition. In 2008, she started working with a nutritionist who taught her about meal planning and macros. In 2011, she entered a fitness model contest where she saw Bikini athletes who were competing that day. From that moment on, she knew that was what she wanted to look like. She competed in her first show in 2012 and competed consistently for the next 10 years. Finally in 2022, she won her Pro Card at the IFBB Natural Pro Qualifier after winning the Overall Masters Bikini 35+. She is a virtual personal trainer and nutrition coach. Gina wants to help the general population find a way to prioritize their health and fitness.

    Gina says, “There were so many highs and lows, but I was determined and stuck to it, and thus was able to continue to improve and finally win. To me it's been about the journey and falling in love with the process of improving yourself over time. Too many people think of health and fitness as an all or nothing pursuit, but to me that is the wrong mindset. It's about choosing to do better everyday, which little by little brings you closer to your goals.”

    Topics covered include:

    -compete as a lifestyle.

    -body image issues for competitors

    -loving the process

    -moving on from failure

    -having support from her husband

    -staying close to stage weight

    -improving every day

    -goals for the Pro stage

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    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:35 life before bodybuilding

    10:30 loving the process

    12:37 lessons learned in bodybuilding

    23:50 previous athletic activity

    26:05 support from her husband

    33:42 body image struggles

    40:48 improving and staying consistent

    44:10 changes between improvement season and prep

    48:47 improving relationship with food

    62:12 being a coach and trainer

    66:18 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 30 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    KASIE RODRIGUEZ; Financial Commitment, Pressure to Win, Using Heart Rate, Natural Growth

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Kasie Rodriguez, a 35-years-old wife and mother of two children. She has called Yuma, AZ for the past 15 years ago. She started competing in 2019 and has competed in 14 shows total,10 of which were National shows. She won two Pro Cards at the 2022 North Americans, where she placed 1st in Open & Masters 35+ overall bikini champion. Kasie is an online coach for lifestyle and bikini competitors, and also offers posing sessions.

    Kasie tells us about the changes in her stage presentation from her first National show to now competing as a Pro, and the building phase that was necessary to build the upper body she needed. She wanted to turn Pro as a natural athlete and prove that it could be done.

    Kasie shows so much determination throughout her journey and is so open about her process. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -experience of her Pro debut

    -doing 10 National shows before turning Pro

    -listening to judges’ feedback

    -having an extended building phase

    -building her upper body naturally

    -dealing with food allergies

    -expenses competing Nationally

    -competing on the west coast

    -working as an online coach

    -importance of core control

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    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    6:13 Pro debut

    11:20 lessons learned from National shows

    22:20 improving conditioning

    27:20 going into a building phase

    35:00 deciding to stay natural

    39:44 staying focused on the goal

    42:23 the why behind the Pro card

    56:18 feedback from Pro debut

    70:56 goals as a Pro

    74:50 working as a trainer and now online coach

    80:00 stage presentation as a Pro

    89:40 coaching philosophy

    100:30 importance of supports and community

    110:20 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 23 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    KATE ORARA; Relationship Work, Priorities, 14 Years of Competing & Lessons Learned

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Kate Orara, a full-time Partner Development Manager for a point of sale solutions manufacturer. She is married to her high school sweetheart and is a mom of 2. She also works as the sales manager for Boss Bodies. Her first competition in bodybuilding was in 2008 in figure. Once the bikini division was created, she switch and turned pro at NPC Universe in July 2021. Before turning Pro, she competed in 10 national level shows starting in 2015 earning more last callouts than first.

    Kate shares her experience as a mother and how she prioritizes her family, even as a bikini Pro and full-time professional. She talks about the times when she considered stopping competing and why she decided to keep going.

    Her goal is to prove to herself as well as others that competing can enhance your life and NOT take it over. It IS possible to have balance.

    Topics covered include:

    -dealing with rebounds post-show

    -Blinders on. Execute. Finish

    -being a mom of teenagers

    -balancing life with bodybuilding

    -having faith in her journey

    -deciding not to give up

    -goals as a Pro

    -staying focused in improvement season

    -tips for eating out

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    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    7:03 posting on social media

    12:20 balancing bodybuilding with family life and work

    17:28 prioritizing her marriage

    25:54 working full-time

    29:55 importance of faith in her journey

    34:00 the importance of a social influence

    36:30 thinking about giving up

    41:42 lessons learned through bodybuilding

    54:38 comparing past improvement seasons to current one

    60:00 going through the “ugly” stage

    66:01 taking responsibility for yourself

    69:48 feedback after Pro debut

    75:45 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 16 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    DANIELLE COMBS; My Spouse Isn't Into This, Really Do It, PhD & Pro Card

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Danielle Combs, a 35 years old college professor with a PhD in International Business, who was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. She met my now husband while working on their PhDs at the University of Illinois. She doesn’t have an athletic background and grew up primarily studying music.

    She was never really interested in competing, but started working out and eating relatively healthy to refrain from gaining too much weight while in grad school. When she moved to Florida, she and her husband started working out with a trainer at a gym owned by her current coach, Loleta Riley. She eventually competed in my first show in September 2020 and won her Pro Card ins July 2021 at NPC Universe.

    She talks about her quick success in the NPC and what she did to hit the Pro stage looking her best. Danielle shares so much about her journey. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -getting into health & fitness

    -managing a demanding career and competing

    -being a competitive Pro and a natural athlete

    -relationship with her husband

    -having quick success in the NPC

    -working with an in-person trainer

    -loving a good happy hour

    -being married to a non-competitor

    -life after competing

    -lessons learned through competing

    -working as a professor and researcher

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    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:05 how prep has changed over time

    8:06 inspiration to begin competing

    14:57 becoming a better competitor

    23:00 choosing to have a positive mindset

    27:28 lifestyle prior to competing

    31:09 being married to a non-competitor

    38:18 having family support

    42:35 competing as a Pro versus amateur & lessons learned

    47:45 working as a professor

    54:05 parallels of getting a PhD and turning Pro

    61:02 dealing with feedback

    63:11 career goals

    65:20 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 09 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    SHAUNTA MILLER; Master's vs Open, Living Now, Night Shifts, Time for Nationals

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Shaunta Miller who started competing in 2017 at the San Francisco championships where she placed 4th. She competed at regional shows for 3 years before stepping on a national stage in 2020. She recently earned her Pro card as a Masters competitor at the NPC Teen/Collegiate/Masters Nationals in 2022. She’s a NASM certified personal trainer and also works in radiology. Shaunta talks about competing both in Masters and in Open, and how her physique suits each division. We hear what it’s like to compete and train as a 45-year-old and how that changes her training.

    Shaunta tells us about how her family, especially her children, support her in competitor and how their support has empowered her. She also tells us the lessons her children have learned from bodybuilding.

    Shaunta is so generous in sharing about her life and experiences. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -potential growth of the masters pro division

    -being competitive as a master in the open division

    -working with Shawn Hektor-Lewis to improve confidence on stage

    -having support from your family

    -having a daughter who is a Type I diabetic

    -building relationships through bodybuilding

    -being in the Air Force

    -dealing with loss

    -planning a Pro debut

    -working night shifts and as a trainer

    -transitioning from running to lifting

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fit_twynn1_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:20 becoming a Pro as a Masters athlete

    13:06 being a mom and a competitor

    18:45 lessons learned as a competitor

    22:05 what you need to know before competing

    28:53 how she’s changed through bodybuilding

    34:14 values to live life by and dealing with loss

    42:05 going though improvement season and loss

    46:19 deciding to compete at the National level

    55:44 working night shifts

    62:28 life changes after marriage

    66:20 transitioning from running to lifting

    70:30 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 02 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    KAYLA ASHWORTH; Healing Gut, Regret with Body & Food Fixation, Love Your Curves, Enjoy & Be Patient

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Kayla Ashworth, a former volleyball athlete who stopped playing after her first year in college and decided to pursue bodybuilding. She always loved to workout, but wanted to take it to a competitive level and give herself a bigger goal. She competed in her first NPC figure show in 2020 where she got 4th in her class, then competed as a bikini athlete 4 weeks later and got 1st in her class which qualified her for nationals. She made her national debut in 2021 and hired her coach, Brandon Guillen with Hustl Hrdr, 12 weeks out from Jr. Nationals. She placed 3rd and then competed in USA’s 6 weeks later where she took first in her class and received her Pro card. She is now preparing for her Pro debut in 2023. Kayla has her bachelor degree in Exercise & Sport Science and is an online coach for both competitors and lifestyle clients.

    Kayla tells us about her struggles with gut issues and the protocols she had to go through to fix these issues. We hear about why she took an extended off season and what’s she’s planning for her Pro debut.

    Topics covered include:

    -binge eating

    -reverse dieting

    -body dysmorphia that comes with bodybuilding

    -planning her Pro debut

    -gut issues and birth control

    -setting priorities

    -dealing with body changes

    -prioritizing warm-ups

    -having a degree in exercise science

    -PEDs in the Pro division

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    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:01 planning her Pro debut

    7:10 dealing with gut issues and SIBO

    16:18 adjustments of training during the SIBO protocol

    19:15 effects on confidence

    23:58 body dysmorphia and competing

    28:38 avoiding overcomplicating things

    32:30 setting priorities and balancing life

    42:50 support from her coach

    47:02 having a productive improvement season

    55:00 keeping things sustainable

    60:39 goals for competing as a Pro

    64:08 PEDs in the Pro division

    69:45 learning about competing and bodybuilding

    74:30 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 25 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    REBECCA FLACHNER; ADHD, Inner Child's Influence, Expect Suffering, Bye Birth Control, Follow Through

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Becca Flachner. She started competing at the end of 2019 and prepped all the way until March 2020 when Covid hit and cancelled shows. As soon as gyms reopened she jumped into her first season, competing in three amateur seasons where she never placed below second place. She earned her Pro card in 2022 at Junior Nationals. Becca tells us about working towards judges’ feedback and how she made improvements to win her Pro card while progressing between shows. She also runs her own cookie business called Baked by Becs!

    She talks about her experience as a lifestyle coach and being a “stage mom” to help other competitors and how that has enriched her own journey in bodybuilding. Becca shares her go-to mindset tools to keep her mind in the game during prep so she can show up her best self on stage.

    Becca and I go deep in our conversation. You don’t want to miss it!

    Topics covered include:

    -morning routines

    -progressing between shows

    -having a close community with her team

    -being a lifestyle coach

    -follow through and consistency

    -mentally preparing early in prep

    -what is “too much” in prep

    -hormones and birth control

    -respecting boundaries & thresholds

    -dealing with ADHD

    -waist training

    -running a cookie business

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH BECCA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okbecs/

    Baked by Becs: https://www.instagram.com/baked_by_becs_/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:05 feedback going into national shows

    11:00 being engaged in community

    17:30 limiting beliefs and consistency

    24:11 mental tools to support her efforts

    30:55 what is normal and what’s “too much”

    46:50 feeling the need to prove yourself & healing childhood trauma

    57:17 the impacts of ADHD

    70:35 challenges during prep

    79:45 coming off of birth control

    92:00 waist training

    97:30 focus for the future and her cookie business

    109:13 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 18 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    ALLIE MARTENS; Surviving Domestic Violence, Unplanned Prep Pregnancy, Good Addiction, Gym Community

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Allie Martens, a 28-year-old single mother and survivor of domestic violence. She started competing in 2016 and has done 8 shows total. She turned Pro in 2022 at USAs. Allie talks about how her life was when she first starting competing compared to now. She was in an abusive marriage when she first started her bodybuilding journey and has had many ups and downs during her efforts to prep. She has since made a promise to herself to fulfill her dreams and has never been so determined! As some one who loves the grind of bodybuilding, Allie is ready to put in the time it will take to grow and make it to the Olympia stage.

    Allie talks about shifting emotions through prep and improvement season, something all competitors can relate to! We also hear about her previous abusive marriage and her struggles with alcohol. Allie is so raw and open about her story!

    Topics covered include:

    -visions of turning Pro

    -loving the grind

    -shifting goals going into improvement season

    -life as a single mom and working two jobs

    -surviving domestic violence

    -having an unplanned pregnancy

    -no “ideal prep”

    -body changes after pregnancy

    -loving your gym community

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ALLIE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifbbpro_alexandra/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:45 emotions going into Pro debut

    9:25 goals for improvement season

    12:27 deciding to leave an abusive marriage and get sober

    25:00 bad relationship after her divorce and getting pregnant

    26:35 finding out she was pregnant before her first national show

    33:45 getting back to working out after a c-section and hernia surgery

    37:22 showing up for goals even when things are tough

    38:55 excitement for the Pro stage and dealing with doubts

    40:00 body changes after pregnancy

    51:00 being inspired by her Dad and gym community

    56:40 working on judges’ feedback

    64:50 managing her schedule

    70:10 advice for those in abusive situations

    70:43 advice for competitiors

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    Fri, 11 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    KRISTEN REILLY

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Kristen Reilly. She was born and raised in Northern New Jersey and grew up with a super active/athletic background. She played almost every sport you can think of, but never really fell in love with anything except for horseback riding. Before her fitness/bodybuilding career, she poured her heart and soul into horses and competing in the show jumping arena. This was her life from the age of 7-28. She came to a point in life where she had to put riding on hold and that is when she decided to put all her energy into fitness and bodybuilding.

    She started lifting weights around 2013 and began competing in 2018 when she won the overall at her first show. She fell in love with the sport after that and eventually went on to compete at the national level, earning her Pro card in 2022 at NPC Universe.

    She was married at a young age and it was an extremely toxic relationship. She hit rock bottom and felt alone, worthless and extremely depressed. Until one day she said NO MORE and left. She put all her energy into the gym and fitness and it truly saved her. She is now remarried to another competitor. He won his Pro card in Classic Physique art the same show as Kristen! Outside of fitness and bodybuilding she is a full time hair stylists. She owns a private studio in New Jersey where she specialize in hand tied hair extensions and natural looking hair color.

    Topics covered include:

    -toxic marriage/relationship

    -depression and low self esteem

    -binge eating after shows

    -dangers of comparison

    -finding your soul mate

    -developing discipline

    -prep versus improvement season

    -having a love of fashion

    -working as a hair stylist

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH KRISTEN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmreilly/

    Hair IG: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmariehair/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:20 competing as a Pro for the first time

    8:38 bodybuilding journey with her husband

    11:03 being in a toxic relationship with previous husband

    17:35 getting into fitness and developing discipline

    19:30 working through bingeing tendencies

    27:19 dealing with depressions and low self esteem

    35:09 current focus and goals

    40:45 fashion tips and styling choices for different seasons

    44:20 passions and goals outside of bodybuilding

    52:40 why she started competing

    57:02 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 04 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    Adam Atkinson & Celeste Review the Season, Answer your Questions, & Have Passionate Rants

    Today I speak with Adam Atkinson, to talk about my first season competing with him as my coach and his philosophy and approach to prepping and improvement seasons. We talk about how Adam helped me with my hormones and finally decided to work with him for prep. Adam is so dedicated to the health of his athletes through stress management and picking shows that will work with their lives. We go through the why and how behind my prep season and what we are expecting for improvement season. Towards the end, we also answer some listener questions, including questions about supplements. I also talk with Adam about my personal hormone health and how we are dealing with it.

    So many of you have been asking for this episode. I can’t wait for you to listen!

    Topics covered include:

    -loyalty and knowing when to move on

    -choosing shows and reducing stress

    -changes in tracking food

    -embracing changes to training

    -success without using PEDs

    -meeting the needs of clients

    -adjusting training to correspond to macros

    -looking for the root cause of an issue

    -goals within the industry

    -being open to change

    -test, don’t guess

    -committing to growth

    -All In mentality and personal responsibility

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ADAM:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seeyoulaterleaner/

    Website: https://www.seeyoulaterleaner.com/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:42 deciding to work with Adam and first steps

    10:35 approach to tracking macros

    15:15 training like a bikini competitor who needs to grow

    25:03 being natural and expectations of success

    29:35 common traits in athletes that turn Pro

    36:55 training progression during prep

    46:50 choosing the right National show

    51:02 moving from Ohio to Vegas

    55:35 listener questions: Yohimbine HDL, Calcium d-glucarate

    61:44 paying attention to hormone health

    75:15 what Celeste needs to be more competitive

    83:50 working with clients who have binge eating disorder

    93:30 mitigating muscle loss

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    Wed, 02 Nov 2022 08:00:40 +0000
    ERIN KAMM

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Erin Kamm. She has been into fitness since an early age, having swam varsity swimming throughout Middle/High School; however, much of her life was overshadowed by a severe eating disorder that totally consumed her for over 15 years.

    But that all changed when she started weight training in 2015. What began simply as the desire to stay “skinny” and get abs, quickly turned into a true love for fitness and bodybuilding. Erin stepped on the NPC stage for the first time in the fall of 2016. She since competed in 10 regional shows and 8 national shows, before earning her IFBB Pro card at NPC Universe in 2022.

    Through bodybuilding, Erin has not only achieved ED recovery, but also discovered her love of competing and her passion and desire to inspire and help others overcome their own struggles and achieve their own health/fitness goals. She strives to teach her clients the importance of focusing on sustainability and balance to ensure that they can not only achieve their goals, but maintain them long term as well. Health is a top priority for Erin and her clients- not only physical health, but mental and emotional health as well.

    Topics covered include:
    -history of eating disorder
    -anxiety and depression
    -the journey to Pro
    -coaching with Fit Body Fusion
    -seeing bodybuilding as a privilege
    -gaining weight in the off season
    -dealing with grief

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html
    CONNECT WITH ERIN:
    Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/erinkamm_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS
    1:00 introduction
    3:50 seeing bodybuilding as a privilege
    7:09 mistakes to avoid and finding what works for you
    16:40 taking time off to improve
    24:40 committing to a season of growth and shifting mindset
    29:20 approach to coaching
    36:45 deciding to work with Fit Body Fusion
    42:10 dealing with imposter syndrome
    47:09 overcoming an eating disorder and earning her Pro card
    59:20 her history with ED
    67:50 food choices to manage hunger and digestion
    73:10 goals for the future and travel tips
    81:50 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 28 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    KAITLYN RAY; AOC Mentality, Pushing Calories Up, Inner Wonder Woman, Do What You Want

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Kaitlyn Ray, owner of AOC GYM, personal trainer and nutrition coach. She is a form police officer who won her Pro card at the 2022 USAs. Kaitlyn talks about how she developed her “Accept it. Own it. Crush it.” mindset and how she has used it to get through hard times in her life. We hear how she went through may knee surgeries playing basketball in high school and continued to pursue playing basketball in college. Through her life, Kaitlyn has embraced challenges and has always wanted to prove people wrong when they said she couldn’t do something. She doesn’t let anything stop her from going after what she wants!

    Kaitlyn is a force to be reckoned with! Her mindset and “can do” attitude is contagious. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:
    -Accept it. Own it. Crush it mindset motto (AOC)
    -overcoming adversity
    -love of competition
    -going for what you want
    -setting and achieving goals
    -working with See You Later Leaner
    -gaining weight in the improvement season
    -slow and steady approach
    -overcoming doubts
    -doing what you want with your body and presentation

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
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    CONNECT WITH KAITLYN:
    Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/kray_ifbbpro/

    Website: https://www.krayfitness101.com/
    AOC IG: https://www.instagram.com/krayfitnessaoc/

    TIME STAMPS
    1:00 introduction
    4:05 developing the AOC mindset and applying it in her life
    10:03 overcoming struggles to find success
    17:15 goals for the future
    20:25 life before bodybuilding
    25:18 working with Adam Atkinson
    30:02 building the best bikini physique
    39:10 changes in peaking process
    48:10 the impact of going after goals
    52:40 having a “dream season”
    58:33 NOT getting a breast augmentation, staying true to self
    63:45 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 21 Oct 2022 07:00:05 +0000
    HEAD JUDGE & SHOW PROMOTER JOE PISHKULA

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro head judge and show promoter, Joe Pishkula. His genuine love for the sport and passion to support athletes is apparent from the moment you meet him! He started out as a competitor as a teenager in Ohio and has now most known for his role as an Olympia judge and promoter of the beloved Klash Series.

    Topics covered include:

    -the role ritual plays in bodybuilding

    -having passion for anything you do

    -knowing when you’re done

    -bodybuilding habits in the real world

    -taking responsibility for your life

    -Joe’s goal as a promoter

    -living in the moment

    -Masters Pros getting the same respect as Open

    -leaving a legacy

    -progression for judges

    -being patient to bring your best

    -embarrassing your journey

    -honesty is the best policy

    -learn one thing every day

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH JOE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joe_pishkula/

    Klash Series: https://theklash.com/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:30 ritual in bodybuilding

    10:38 what drives Joe to his goals

    20:04 fostering the champion mentality

    28:15 bodybuilding impacting family life

    35:58 what’s different about Joe and the Klash series

    53:20 who are your best friends?

    58:35 being in the right headspace

    68:03 behind the scenes of being a judge

    89:25 athletes taking feedback

    80:10 what makes an athlete memorable

    107:30 the value of organic conversations

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    Mon, 17 Oct 2022 08:00:09 +0000
    LAWNA DUNBAR

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Lawna Dunbar, who started competing in 2014. After taking 3 straight overalls, she competed at USA where she got last call outs. After a 6 year break from the stage, she continued her 1st place streak and the won her Pro Card at the 2021 Ben Weider Natural Pro Am. She then made her Pro debut at the Texas Pro, taking 5th place. Since then she has had a breakout debut season, all while earning her Bachelor degree and starting a new job! Lawna talks about her goals away from the stage and how her love for fitness has stayed constant through everything. Planning and routine have helped her be successful in going to school and competing. As an adapted physical education teacher, Lawna has found her passion helping children with special needs learn about fitness.

    Lawna tells us about how she meet her husband and their journey in fitness together. Because their values are aligned, they are able to support each other in reaching gather goals. We hear how Lawna has approached her 2022 season and what she is doing to reach her goals.

    Lawna and I have a great conversation. You do not want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -taking time away from the stage

    -background as a dancer

    -routine and planning

    -finishing grad school while competing

    -working as an adapted PE teacher

    -earning her Master’s degree

    -having a husband who also competes

    -being a lifetime natural athlete

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH LAWNA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifbbpro_lawna/

    TikTok: lawnadunbar_ifbbpro

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:20 changes through her 2021 season after taking a break

    9:50 changing habits during time away from the stage

    13:50 day in the life and her new career

    19:48 lessons learned from working with special needs population

    23:30 meeting her husband through fitness

    27:40 building their relationship and planning for children

    32:50 prioritizing her competitive goals

    40:00 what she wants people to take away from her journey

    42:50 judges’ feedback and trying new things on stage

    51:08 winning her Pro card at Ben Weider

    57: advice for competitors

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    Fri, 14 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    KRISTIN WRIGHT

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Kristin Wright. She earned her BS in Dietetics from an ACEND accredited program. She coached people online to reach their fitness goals while learning how to have a healthy relationship with food. She has a long history of learning the hard way and feels it’s her duty to share what she's learned with others. She is also the mom of two, wild boys! She spent 4 years in the US Coast Guard and had been competing since 2016. She earned her Pro card at 2019 NPC National Championships.

    We talk about the importance of not seeing other competitors, or women as a whole, as competition. Comparing yourself to others is caging yourself in. The freeing of that cage is what she hopes to can inspire!

    Kristin and I go deep in this episode. You don’t want to miss it!

    Topics covered include:

    -changes after having a baby

    -juggling competing and motherhood

    -avoiding the comparison trap

    -failure is the mother of success

    -learning to rest and recover

    -choosing foods in prep and improvement season

    -the REAL prep feels

    -reducing stress

    -being in it for the long run

    -studying dietetics

    -relationship changes

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH KRISTIN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinwright_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    2:53 getting into bodybuilding

    7:19 struggles with identity as a mom

    11:50 overcoming comparison and other mental drains

    16:30 learning from failure

    20:20 prioritizing rest and balance

    25:40 choosing foods to use in macros

    30:00 prep feels less talked about

    35:40 approach to training

    43:40 eating choices and lifestyle versus prep

    55:34 experience in dietetics and coaching

    62:45 evolution into current self

    71:20 walking away from relationships

    79:50 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 07 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    8th Annual Cuties Conquering the Stage Event Special Feature

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Shawn Hektor-Lewis, owner of Shawn's Couture Cuties. She has been making waves in the industry for years both as a competitor and a business owner! She is the queen of Hair, Makeup, Suits & Posing and the founder of Cuties Conquering the Stage. I’m excited to announces I’ll be speaking at the 2023 event! CCTS is in its 8th year and is the premier event for bikini, wellness, and figure competitors looking to improve in their competitive journey. Shawn tells us the care and effort that goes into planning the even and what is in store for those who attend the 2023 event!

    Bodybuilding can be such an inclusive sport and Shawn is working to share knowledge and educate other competitors. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -Cuties Concerning the Stage event

    -creating a women’s only event

    -how opportunities have changed for women in the sport

    -speaker lineup

    -delving into the mental health aspect of competing

    -different aspects of the event

    -options for everyone

    -building community in the industry

    -how the event has evolved

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH SHAWN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawncarla_ifbbpro/

    Shawn’s Couture Cuties: https://www.instagram.com/shawnscouture/

    CCTS tickets: https://cutiesconqueringthestage.shawnscouturecuties.com/ccts-ticket-registrations

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    2:28 inside peek into Cuties Conquering the Stage

    11:20 catering to each division at CCTS

    18:25 topics and breakout sessions

    21:10 excitement for this year

    24:29 what to expect from the event

    28:06 ticket options and goodie bags

    33:00 being comfortable in your body in all seasons

    34:30 creating an intimate and upscale event

    46:00 words of advice for those nervous about coming

    51:40 reserving your spot

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    Wed, 05 Oct 2022 12:59:00 +0000
    LIZZY CUNNINGHAM

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Lizzy Cunningham, a former collegiate track athlete who felt lost after graduating college. This feeling lead her to finding bodybuilding and reigniting a fire within herself she thought she had lost after track ended. She has been bodybuilding since November of 2018 and has been with Bair Aesthetics and Progressive Performance since then. She went pro at Nationals in 2021 after being one spot away form her pro card for 3 national shows in a row.

    Aside from bodybuilding (which she does as a passion/hobby) she is also a full time registered nurse who loves to spend time with her family, friends, and her fur baby, Nova.

    Lizzy’s story of perseverance is so inspiring. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -being a former Collegiate track athlete

    -missing her pro card by 1 spot three times

    -staying a natural athlete

    -working as a travel nurse

    -feelings post Pro card win

    -struggling with imposter syndrome

    -possible plans for her Pro debut

    -finding bodybuilding after track

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH LIZZY:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizzy_cunningham/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:30 long journey to pro

    12:25 how things changed after winning her Pro card

    27:35 getting back to feeling like herself

    29:33 finding bodybuilding after collegiate track

    35:00 taking time to build

    40:55 dealing with imposter syndrome and enjoying the NPC

    45:50 staying a natural athlete and priorities outside of bodybuilding

    51:45 balancing all aspects of life and hopes for the future

    57:30 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 30 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    BRITTANY GILLESPIE

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Brittany Gillespie, a NICU nurse with a bachelors in healthcare studies and bachelors in nursing. She started competing in 2018 was the 2021 NPC Nationals Overall Winner where she earned her Pro Card. As a newer competitor, she still feels like she is finding her groove on stage. She talks about dealing with other people’s expectations in the process of getting her Pro Card and how she has approached her season since then. Brittany tells us how she handled traveling between shows and the emotions she felt with that.

    As a NICU nurse, Brittany works overtime and night shift most of prep, she she really had to have her routine down to a science. She talks about the struggles she has working in a hospital and the food that people bring in to share.

    Brittany shares so much about her daily life and how she handles everything. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -work and prep balance as a nurse

    -having an in-person coach

    -traveling between shows

    -using journaling to support mental health

    -struggling with body image

    -studying Spanish and being a bilingual nurse

    -having only one kidney

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    CONNECT WITH BRITTANY:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/britgillespiee/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    2:51 journey to her Pro Card and judges’ feedback

    11:05 focusing on mental health and body image

    17:40 committing to progress and shifting priorities

    21:30 working as a nurse and juggling bodybuilding

    33:34 changing approaches to preps

    36:45 only having one kidney

    39:25 working with a local coach and working towards a Pro debut

    48:03 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 23 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    ANGELES BURKE TCHIVIDJIAN

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Angeles Burke, lifestyle and wellness consultant and VIP competitive coach and transformation coach for Bombshell Fitness. Angeles started competing in 2011 and earned her Pro status in 2013. She has competed in over 25 shows! In 2021, she returned to the stage for the first time since 2016! She talks about how the standards have changed in the bikini division since she first started competing and how she planned to bring a better package than she did in 2016. Angeles shares the red flags she noticed that told her it was time to take a break from the stage. Even though she wasn’t competing, she staying in the sport as a coach.

    Angeles shares her insight into adapting from season to season and how her mentality has changed when it comes to making choices around food. As a coach, Angeles talks about the importance of open communication between coach and client.

    Angeles truly lives the bodybuilding lifestyle. She shares valuable information as a long term competitor and coach. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -Mental health

    -relationship with body

    -relationship with food

    -motivation Post show

    -changes in the bikini division

    -competing in the 2015 Olympia

    -habits to support goals

    -setting the example for her step-children

    -building a support system

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ANGELES:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelestchividjian/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    2:35 returning to the stage after a long hiatus

    7:40 knowing when to take a break

    11:50 changes in how she views her body and daily habits

    22:24 post-show expectations

    27:30 how her Why has changed over time and lessons learned through bodybuilding

    36:20 competing for the wrong reasons

    45:58 approach as a coach with Bombshell

    52:34 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 16 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    STEPHANIE HING

    Today I speak with Australian IFBB Pro Stephanie Hing. She recently spent 7 years living and working in Los Angeles, but is now back at home in Sydney, Australia. She competed in 2 regional and 3 National shows before getting her pro card in 2020. She works full time as a Senior Product designer. Stephanie talks about the mental barriers she experienced during her first and only national season when she had to put on 4 pounds after previously coming in too lean.

    After earning her pro card, she realized that she did not have a proper cycle after coming off birth control. After countless doctors visits, tests and money spent on all kinds of supplements, she was diagnosed with Hypothalamic Amenorrhea. It took her a year and a half to get her cycle back.

    Stephanie shares her journey through this and what it has taught her about herself! You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -struggles with Hypothalamic Amenorrhea

    -confidence on stage

    -dealing with prep goggles

    -deciding to stop oral birth control and fixing her hormones

    -returning to Australia during COVID

    -changing mindset to regain health

    -when to embrace the “all or nothing” mindset

    -being comfortable with asking questions

    -a reason behind the actions

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH STEPHANIE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephhing_/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    7:50 reversing into National shows and supporting stage confidence

    18:08 understanding judges’ feedback and needing to come in fuller

    22:05 returning to Australia and dealing with travel restrictions

    32:30 trying to get her cycle back and dealing with Hypothalamic Amenorrhea

    47:45 a future approach to bodybuilding

    58:30 goals for the future

    63:50 meeting her husband

    70:45 lessons learned through bodybuilding

    74:34 questions to ask your coach or potential coach

    88:00 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 09 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    LYNSIE HICE

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Lynsie Hice who turned Pro in July 2021 after competing in 7 Regional shows and 3 National shows. She lives in Fayetteville, Arkansas and is a currently the lead expeditor for all NPC Oklahoma bodybuilding shows. Alongside her partner, she coaches other women and men to reach their goals of stepping on the bodybuilding stage. She is full time fitness professional and her specialty is in posing and presentation. Lynsie talks about her struggles with scoliosis and how back pain has affected her training. Even though it’s been difficult, she refuses to quit! We talk about tips to deal with anxiety and how to build confidence for the stage.

    Lynsie has such a great perspective as a coach and competitor. She goes into detail about building confidence in posing and how to craft am effective routine. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -preparing for Pro debut

    -opening a gym

    -Oklahoma bodybuilding

    -dealing with scoliosis

    -struggles with anxiety

    -goals outside of the stage

    -be willing to work

    -what to expect for prep and when to walk away

    -working as a posing coach

    -working as an expeditor

    -acting like a Pro before becoming a Pro

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH LYNSIE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynsielove/

    Coaching IG: https://www.instagram.com/fitted.fhysiques/

    Website: https://FittedFhysiques.com/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:00 establishing confidence for the stage

    10:30 living the lifestyle

    16:30 will to work and will to win

    21:00 difficulties during prep

    35:26 experiences with prep and second guessing

    43:55 posing routines and coaching

    50:00 let the judges’ do the judging

    62:40 win before you go to the show

    66:03 working towards current goals and healing her back

    79:50 visualizing her pro debut

    89:40 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 02 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    THE OLYMPIA EXPERIENCE YOU CAN'T MISS

    Today I speak with Adam Bonilla of Team Elite Physique. Today we are talking about a VERY special event! We are hosting an event at the Contest Prep Center during the Olympia! We discuss the week-long calendar of events planned at the Contest Prep Center for the Olympia and the Build More than Just a Body event! Adam talks about how he has tried to make the Contest Prep Center an open and welcoming space for competitors from any team. He wasn’t to create a space where competitors and teams can come together and learn about the sport of bodybuilding.

    The Build More than Just a Body event and all the other events at the Contest Prep Center for the Olympia are really to give back to the bodybuilding community. If you’ll be at the Olympia, you do not want to miss them!

    Topics covered include:

    -Olympia returning to Vegas

    -special events at the CPC for the Olympia

    -creating a welcoming environment

    -opening the door for others

    -what to expect form Build More than Just a Body events

    -the mental side of bodybuilding

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamelitephysique/

    Website: https://teamelitephysique.com

    Text Hotline: 303-536-3766 text “EVENT”

    Event: www.buildmorethanjustabody.com

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    7:30 events at the CPC surrounding the Olympia

    11:40 the Why behind the Contest Prep Center

    22:02 schedule of events and giving back

    28:00 the mental aspect of bodybuilding and planning for success

    37:02 accepting success

    46:15 how to follow the events

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    Fri, 26 Aug 2022 07:15:00 +0000
    TARYN FLANAGAN

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Taryn Flanagan, a 27-year-old from Canada who won her Pro card in 2020 at the Amateur Olympia. She has been competing since 2018 and is the posing coach for Team Elite Physique and her company, Pose with a Pro. Taryn tells us about turning Pro and the changes she wants to make to her physique to compete in the Pro League. We talk about how food affects how you feel and the changes that can be made to help you feel your best. After a very long 2020 season, Taryn shares her struggles with her reverse and having to quarantine. And then the aftermath of that season and how it affected her confidence in the gym. Taryn talks about the importance of setting intentions for each season of bodybuilding and how that sets you up for long term success. We talk about posing trends and how to make your best posing routine for your physique.

    She is still a work in progress and wants girls to know they are not alone! Taryn’s story is so relatable. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -struggles with post-show rebound

    -binge eating and self-sabotage

    -competing as a Pro versus and amateur

    -benefits of working with a trainer

    -experimenting with diet

    -improvement season after a long 2020 prep

    -struggles with food and bingeing

    -dealing with loss

    -learning with each show

    -building the best posing routine for each person

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH TARYN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarynnit_up/

    Posing IG: https://www.instagram.com/posewithapro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    6:00 building as a Pro

    14:10 changes to nutrition

    23:30 improvement season and getting back to “normal”

    31:30 making bodybuilding a lifestyle

    35:25 setting intentions for each season

    45:49 lessons learned through bodybuilding

    62:00 working as a posing coach and building a routine

    77:55 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 19 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    KAREN WALL

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Karen Wall. She’s 42 years old and currently live in Victoria, BC, Canada with her partner in everything, Andrew Kersten. Who is also a bodybuilder, coach and business owner! She started competing in 2019 and turned Pro in 2021 at the Natural Canada Pro Qualifier. She then placed 4th in her Pro debut at the Toronto Pro Supershow in December 2021 and has since won two Masters Pro shows! She was a Graphic Designer/Art Director for 20 years and made the switch to full time bodybuilding athlete, coach and business owner last year. She is mom to her 18 year old daughter Dakoda. Karen is a big believer in choosing light and love in life over fear and darkness, and takes this attitude as she works towards qualifying for the Olympia stage.

    She lives by the idea that consistency is key and Motivation is fleeting. Karen has such a great mindset to share. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -owning a supplement company

    -choosing happiness

    -limitless goals

    -wanting to win

    -the role genetics play

    -the importance of posing

    -choosing what works for you

    -living an authentic life

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

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    CONNECT WITH KAREN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenorlena/

    Gym: https://www.instagram.com/truthgymgallery/

    Supplements: https://www.instagram.com/ruthlesssportscanada/

    Twitter @karenorlena

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:15 what has contributed to consistent success

    9:00 picking the right coach

    12:05 explaining her “Why” and her work ethic

    16:20 embracing every phase of bodybuilding

    20:30 recovering from surgery and injury

    24:20 stepping away from her career

    27:50 meeting her partner and moving forward

    35:30 her future as an athlete

    37:55 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 12 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    JORDAN BRANNON

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Jordan Brannon. She graduated from University of South Florida in 2014 with her Bachelors degree in Exercise Science. There she met her husband Drew. After graduation, they opened up their own gym called Pinellas Ultimate Strength House in Largo, Florida. Drew and Jordan were introduced to the bodybuilding world through a mutual friend. Jordan prepped for her first show in 2019 and made her debut at THE KLASH. From there, she was hooked. She just turned Pro at the 2022 Junior USA. Recently, Jordan has become a prep and lifestyle coach for Fit Body Fusion.

    Both of my parents have substance abuse issues and mental health disorders. Both have addiction issues and her mother has schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Until Jordan found competing, her life revolved around them and their issues. Competing forced her to take care of herself and really set that boundary to allow her freedom to live her own life in the most healthy way possible.

    Jordan has a remarkable story of growth and grit. You do not want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:
    -hormonal rebound
    -inaugural Pro season
    -working with judges’ feedback
    -having parents who struggle with substance abuse
    -healing though bodybuilding
    -working on your mental health
    -the importance of stress management
    -working with Fit Body Fusion
    -setting expectations
    -committing to the process

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html
    CONNECT WITH JORDAN:
    Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/jayybrannon_ifbbpro/
    Pinellas Ultimate Strength: https://www.instagram.com/pushthehouse/
    TIME STAMPS
    1:00 introduction
    4:08 inaugural Pro season
    10:00 post-season weight gain and balancing hormones
    14:20 feedback from judges
    22:40 training with intention
    26:15 having parents who struggle with substance abuse
    31:40 finding the right therapist
    38:20 losing her grandfather and getting COVID
    48:30 believing she could go Pro
    51:54 coaching for Fit Body Fusion
    66:42 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 05 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    1 MILLION DOWNLOADS! PARTY IN AZ, LIMITED EDITION CROP TOPS, WHAT THIS MEANS TO ME

    CONFESSIONS OF A BIKINI PRO PODCAST MILESTONE! 1 MILLION DOWNLOADS THANK YOU!

    To celebrate… there will be a LIVE party/ meet & greet next February in AZ where I hope to have guests from the show come to set up a meet n greet table, host panels & discussions, live podcasts, & lots of connecting & fun

    This podcast has brought so many of us in the community together & shows us how deep this journey really is… an in person experience will be MAGIC

    If you want to know more details on that then visit: www.celestial.fit/podcastparty to add your name to the info list

    There are ONLY 35 limited edition crop tops available now that I special designed & had fully crystallized to celebrate this (swipe to see) you can order now at www.celestial.fit/croptop


    From 2018 to now this podcast has been a source of pure joy & passion for me

    What started as an idea while running on the treadmill of myself garage has turned into something I genuinely would have never imagined

    I wanted so badly to shine light on the bikini division & the incredible athletes

    I wanted to learn more about what was happening behind the scenes for them. Who they ARE on and off the stage…. I also knew success leaves clues and thought what better way to understand the Road to Pro than from pros themselves?

    Since then I’ve had the most amazing guests, we’ve done cool series and feature episodes, and the vision is only getting bigger…

    It is an HONOR to do this

    I LOVE being able to bring you all new episodes every week. To hear that so many of you have goals of being on my show means SO much to me

    When I meet you guys in person or receive messages or read reviews my heart always swells with so much gratitude and it humbles me as it feels like such a privilege to have been the first podcast of this kind but to also be among your most meaningful moments of your journey from cardio to meal prep or getting your mind right throughout the day…

    THANK YOU!!!! :)

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    Wed, 03 Aug 2022 20:07:49 +0000
    HUONG MAI

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Huong Mai, a dental hygienist and a single mom of two young kids. She recently developed an interest in bikini competition after being under Team Atlas' guidance for lifestyle coaching. She’s always used exercise as an outlet since her husband passed away 7 years ago. This is her first year as a competitor and she’s been loving this journey so far! Although, she recently earned her IFBB pro card, she still feel like an amateur trying to learn about this sport!

    She hopes her followers (current and future) find inspiration her my journey as a single mom and as a bikini competitor. She wants to eventually help people reach their fitness goals. She wants people to know that whatever journey they may be in to never give up on their dreams and everyone struggles. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -“overnight” success

    -losing her husband

    -exploring therapy and other mental health strategies

    -choosing to spread kindness

    -learning the industry

    -the impact of stress on your body

    -planning her Pro debut

    -changes in training intensity

    -time management challenges

    -balancing life as a single mom

    -dealing with sponsorship obligations

    -suicide awareness

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH HUONG:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huongmfit/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:50 starting her fitness journey

    8:20 working on mental health

    15:03 developing as a competitor

    21:00 the mindset of commitment growth

    27:37 struggles after her husband’s death

    36:20 looking to the future

    43:15 deciding to go for Pro

    49:05 training with intensity

    51:01 listener questions

    55:00 involving her children in the bodybuilding lifestyle

    59:35 sponsorship obligations

    64:30 suicide awareness

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    Fri, 29 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    JACKIE CHENEY; Developing Resiliency & Love, Knowing It's Your Time, Feeling Behind, Relationships

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Jackie Cheney, AKA “Jackie Legs”. She has competed for about 7 years total, but started really pushing it the last 2 years. She did 5 national shows and placed top 2 three times before she got my pro card at Universe in 2021. She went on to her pro debut and got 6th place, and but then went to Mile High and got last callouts, which now fuels her to bring her very best. She finds confidence after pushing through the hard moments and being able to find herself and count on herself. Through bodybuilding, she has been able to let go of toxic relationships and friendships. She talks about the importance of mindset around food, in both prep and improvement season.

    Jackie shares so much of her journey with us! You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -positive and negative impacts of food mindset

    -prepping through adversity

    -finding love of the sport

    -changing training to maximize growth

    -developing resiliency

    -relationships during prep

    -doing it for yourself

    -competing as a Pro

    -everything happens for a reason

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH JACKIE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackie.cheney/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:25 taking bodybuilding seriously and competing through COVID

    10:00 moving from regional shows to the national level

    19:30 emotions of going for a Pro card

    27:01 changing training to meet feedback

    37:11 competing through injury

    44:45 seeing yourself as a champion

    50:00 experiences as an amateur playing into current outlook

    62:33 relationships in prep

    67:53 deciding to date or not date

    85:01 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 22 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    MEGAN D'GINTO

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Meg DGinto, a 24-year-old online lifestyle coach who also competes for fun! She has always been active and in sports growing up so having fitness as a huge aspect of her life. She thrives on helping people find that balance between enjoying life and still reaching their goals. She credits bodybuilding for helping her build a positive relationship with fitness and food in general. She turned Pro at her first National show and her fourth show ever. She started competing in 2019 and took 2 years off to build her physique, which she credits to turning Pro!

    Meg wants to shake the stigma that bodybuilding always causes harm to someone’s relationship with food and fitness. She wants to help people understand that food is fuel and you need to food to grow. Meg has such a positive outlook on bodybuilding. You don’t want to miss the interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -the positive aspects of bodybuilding

    -taking time to build

    -pre-show feels

    -finding a coach you trust

    -educating and not just executing

    -team and individual aspects of bodybuilding

    -turning Pro quickly and choosing a Pro debut

    -experiencing high and low calories

    -embracing balance

    -running her own business

    -dealing with self-doubt

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH MEG:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganlynn_fitness/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:30 bodybuilding philosophy

    9:00 having a coach you trust

    12:15 deciding to commit and having drive

    17:30 the team aspect of bodybuilding

    21:30 desire to earn a pro card

    31:30 influences on approach to macros and training

    38:01 knowing when to start prep and balancing life

    44:20 listener questions

    53:00 deciding not to use PEDs

    58:30 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/megan-dginto
    Fri, 15 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    NICOLE TAN

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Nicole Tan, who is from Australia but was born in Singapore. She works as a personal trainer and online coach. She competed in 11 shows before turning pro at the Arnold classic in 2019. She was set to do her pro debut in 2020 but it was cancelled a week out. After that, she tried many times to prep and compete but shows kept getting cancelled and the Australian borders were shut. Finally this year, she got to make her pro debut at the Australia Pro show and headed to USA to start her pro journey!

    She believes that mindset plays a huge role in competitive success and want so share that with other competitors. She has worked hard to develop a healthy relationship with food and talks about what has helped her along the way. So many people will be able to relate to Nicole’s story. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -the importance of mindset

    -developing a good relationship with food

    -the decision to compete and go for Pro

    -competing in different federations

    -trusting in the timing

    -the fear of disappointment

    -crafting her lifestyle to fit with competing

    -being a lifestyle and competition coach

    -setting and sharing goals

    -competing in powerlifting

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenicoletan/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:10 earning her pro card after so many show

    9:10 deciding to compete and go for a Pro card

    16:35 changing approach to nutrition and training

    19:05 mindset in dealing with “failures”

    24:49 changes made to become a Pro

    30:21 working towards the Olympia

    39:15 building her own business

    51:50 goals for the season

    63:00 dealing with body changes in the improvement season

    74:20 trying out powerlifting

    79:13 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 08 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    JESSICA MILLER

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Jessica Miller. Born and raised in Palm Harbor, Florida, she is a fit mom of 2 little princesses. She started competing in 2016 and earned her Pro card at the 2021 Jr. USA Championships. She loves helping people reach their health & fitness goals and aims to get to the Olympia stage one day. Jessica talks about her childhood and how her father passed away from cancer, which eventually lead her to her fitness journey and bodybuilding. We hear how Jessica manages her time and energy as a mom of two active kids. Jessica even tells us how she competed in Wellness for a little bit.

    Jessica sets an example of hard work and dedication for her children and for all of us. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -being a fit mom

    -going after her dreams

    -juggling being a mom of 2 & competing

    -remembering her father through bodybuilding

    -showing how hard work and dedication pay off

    -competing in wellness

    -working towards physique improvements

    -dealing with your period on show day

    -deciding to be a coach

    -sponsorhips

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msfitmiller/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:00 the reason she got into fitness and dealing with loss

    12:10 being a parent that competes

    16:20 how her past influences how she shows up for her daughters

    20:00 dealing with food as a parent and competitor

    24:30 setting an example

    29:30 competition history and competing in wellness

    37:00 changes as a Pro

    41:05 feedback from judges

    47:05 celebrating post show

    51:50 period on show day

    56:23 DIY tanning

    60:33 deciding to coach

    65:20 Jessica’s sponsors

    70:45 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 01 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    ERIN DENNIS

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Erin Dennis, who was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio and went to Ohio State for Mechanical Engineering. She then moved to North Carolina to work for Goodyear, where she design tires. She started competing in 2018 and turned Pro at the 2019 National Championships. She has since competed in 7 IFBB Pro shows. Erin openly talks about her experiences changes coaches and how she approaches growth between shows. She believes that anybody can pursue fitness regardless of circumstance. She has worked a full time, demanding job ever since she got into body building and some days wakes up at 3am to get to the gym before work for cardio.

    Erin wants everyone to know that anything is possible if it’s a priority for you. You don not want to miss the interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -confidence on stage

    -having a passion for progress

    -taking time off to grow

    -investigating mindset around food emotions

    -listening to judges’ feedback

    -having family support

    -managing sponsorships

    -working as an engineer

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erin.dennis.ifbb/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:50 peak week experiences

    7:00 passion for bodybuilding and deciding to switch coaches

    13:30 judges’ feedback and making improvements

    15:29 positive mental approach to taking time off

    20:30 having a good improvement season to set up a good prep

    26:28 approach to building muscle

    32:20 goals for competing and family support

    37:45 getting sponsorships

    42:45 stage looks and experiences competing

    49:50 working as an engineer and managing co-worker questions

    60:50 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 24 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    ASHLEY DUNCAN

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Ashley Duncan. She is a nurse, adjunct college nursing instructor, online competition/lifestyle coach, in-person personal trainer. She has worked with high school athletics and had 5 daughters between her and her husband. She is currently an athlete under Team Atlas. She talks about having daughters and maintaining their self-image while competing while showing them structure/ balance. Ashley talks about her passion for coaching athletes. She has been lifting weights religiously since 1999 (8th grade) even through pregnancies. Ashley talks about how motivating it is for her to have something to work towards and how competing keeps her grounded.

    We talk extensively about Ashley’s background with nursing and coaching. You do not want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -training and nutrition

    -struggles in stage presentation and posing

    -difficulties competing when from a very small town

    -struggles balancing home life/kids' activities, and working random jobs

    -Eminem obsession

    -switching from figure to bikini

    -the Why behind competing

    -working as a nurse

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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ASHLEY:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashley_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    2:57 switching from figure to bikini

    8:40 trying to master bikini posing and presentation

    17:30 struggles turning pro and learning between shows

    21:23 stepping on the stage early

    24:43 things that helped make improvements

    27:46 prep versus improvement season

    30:14 motivation to keep going

    34:15 competing and raising daughters

    45:50 competing goals

    47:18 time management

    51:40 working as a nurse

    58:10 Eminem obsession

    60:33 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 17 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    JANEAN PRIEST

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Janean Priest, a 60 years old who was introduced to bodybuilding 3 1/2 years ago! She is a RN, BSN and had 3 beautiful and amazing children, 2 of them are twins. She has been married for 35 years. Before she found bodybuilding, she was a long distance runner and never stepped foot into a gym. She met her coach’s wife and owner of the gym she trains at a health fair who persuaded her to come check out the gym. There are only seven 60 year old IFBB pros in the US, which makes Jenean want to be an inspiration to those who feel being healthy is not obtainable. She fell into an eating disorder her senior year of high school that was accelerated when her mother had terminal cancer.

    Jenean is open about her journey and has so much insight to share. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -competing as a Masters Pro

    -working as a nurse

    -transitioning from distance running to bodybuilding

    -caring for sick parents

    -struggling with an eating disorder

    -time management tips

    -staying positive through hard times

    -myths about masters competitors

    -using trial and error

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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janean_priest_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:39 camaraderie in the masters division

    7:17 it’a never to late to bodybuild

    10:00 transitioning from distance running to bodybuilding

    15:01 caring for sick parents and an eating disorder

    22:15 being a hard gainer

    23:30 deciding to become a nurse

    27:40 time management as a mom and nurse

    30:00 staying positive

    35:20 the gym as a happy place

    36:48 myths about masters competitors

    45:00 upcoming plans

    46:20 journey to pro

    50:45 macros and bloating

    54:37 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 10 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    ALECIA VERRONE

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Alecia Verrone, who started competing in 2018 and turned Pro in 2020 while being a single mom and working a hectic job in the cardiac Cath lab. She ran track and played basketball in high school but was always intimidated by lifting weights at the gym because she felt like she didn’t know what she was doing. When she started to put on muscle and get leaner, she eventually found her way to competing after leaving a bad relationship. She talks about how bodybuilding has helped her be a better mom and an example for her son.

    Alecia tells us why she started competing and how it has changed her life. Her story is so relatable. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -why she stared competing

    -how it’s changed her life

    -setting a good example for her son

    -balancing time

    -shifting priorities

    -competing as a mom

    -struggles with binge eating

    -improving her posing and confidence on stage

    -finding food that works for you

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    CONNECT WITH ALECIA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alecia_verrone/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    6:20 being a single mom

    8:55 juggling work, bodybuilding, and being a single mom

    10:55 having the right mentality

    12:36 how things changed after having her son

    14:09 advice to other moms who want to compete

    19:05 working to stay healthy

    22:33 using different approaches

    30:00 working on posing and the comparison game

    36:00 giong to extremes

    44:10 working in a Cath lab and future plans

    53:54 advice for competitors

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    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/alecia-verrone
    Fri, 03 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    MILENE LINGIARDI

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Milene Lingiardi, a full time civil engineer who works with renewable energy and recently had her pro debut at Golden State Pro in Sacramento, CA. Originally from Brazil, she started lifting in her first year of college in 2009, and went into her first bodybuilding competition in the end of 2019. She started following a plant-based diet in January of 2021 after watching the documentary The Game Changers and have not looked back since then.

    Milene talks about using both positive and negative experiences as learning opportunities and how that has helped her all through life. She talks about the benefits of taking a more flexible approach and how that can help with stress levels. We hear why Milene switched to a plant-based diet and how it is working for her.

    Milene shares so many lessons. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:
    -switching to a plant-based diet
    -leaner isn’t always better
    -there’s always room for improvements
    -life outside of bodybuilding
    -new types of training splits
    -the importance of consistency
    -Working with Paul Revelia
    -understanding your Why
    -beauty standard in Brazil
    -working as a civil engineer

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    Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/milenelingiardi/
    Youtube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFB24Kb-SYw

    TIME STAMPS
    1:00 introduction
    3:21 current feelings on prep
    8:45 gaining confidence to trust her body
    11:50 lessons learned from last prep
    14:59 improvement season versus prep
    21:42 finding the right foods and going plant-based
    28:00 using a different approach
    32:30 explaining her Why
    33:44 how she’s changed from when she started
    36:38 deciding to compete
    41:03 support system
    42:14 working as a civil engineer
    49:10 how lessons in bodybuilding translates to outside goals
    51:45 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 27 May 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    ISAMAR HANSEN

    Today I speak with Isamar Hansen, an IFBB Pro originally from Venezuela. Since she was a little, she always liked to strive for bringing her best at everything she committed to do, big or small. Two days after getting her Green Card, she enlisted in the US Army and is now working towards becoming a second lieutenant. She has a Bachelor degree in petroleum engineering and is working towards her MBA. She doesn’t believe there is any other competition than ourselves.

    Isamar has such a unique story. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -moving from Venezuela to the US

    -enlisting in the US Army

    -her husband having cancer

    -fitness in the Army

    -enjoying the food you eat

    -prepping and Army training
    -the power of mindset

    -changes to become a Pro

    -goals outside of competing

    -not rushing the offseason

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isamarfit18_ifbb_bikini_pro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:20 deciding to move to the US and joining the Army

    7:36 meeting her husband and health struggles

    11:20 deciding to pursue health and fitness

    14:29 first time competitors and commitment

    20:05 prepping and the military

    28:40 how the military and bodybuilding compliment each other

    31:14 struggling with money and English

    37:40 the importance of mindset

    43:00 knowing what is possible

    46:10 making physique changes

    53:27 life changes moving forward

    57:30 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 20 May 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    BROOKE PETRY

    Today I speak with Brooke Petry, an IFBB Pro Bikini athlete, wife, and mom of 3 daughters, who currently lives northwest of Chicago. She earned her B.S. in Retail/Fashion Merchandising from Bradley University, and worked in the world of corporate buying for 5 years before she decided to be a stay home mom. She started bodybuilding in 2017, at age 36. Body building has given Brooke the tools and motivation to have a healthy relationship with food, exercise and her body.

    Her experience with anorexia left her believing that she needed to hide anything that might look like she was dieting or exercising because she had been so extreme before and everyone was watching her. She didn't know how to assimilate into a healthy lifestyle and firmly believes success is the result of vision and mental fortitude. Discipline is a great strength of Brooke’s.She loves being a positive influence on her family!

    Topics covered include:

    -getting started in bodybuilding

    -history with anorexia as a teen

    -being married to a non-bodybuilder

    -doing what you enjoy

    -finding the right coach for you

    -believing in yourself

    -finding food you enjoy

    -being disciplined

    -being an example for her children

    -sacrificing in prep

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    CONNECT WITH BROOKE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brookepetry_fit/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:30 evolution over the years

    6:50 start in bodybuilding

    9:12 first show experience

    16:50 deciding to compete

    21:30 changing coaches

    28:50 things she wish she knew before

    31:58 Discovering her why

    34:28 tips to live like a bodybuilder

    37:50 developing discipline

    40:23 taking a deload period

    46:20 dealing with judgement

    50:57 setting personal goals

    53:00 struggling with anorexia

    60:36 being a stay at home mom

    63:50 fitness fashion

    65:40 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 13 May 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    KAREN YUEN

    Today I speak with Karen Yuen, one of the 6 IFBB bikini pros from Hong Kong. She turned pro in 2019 at her 5th NPC show. Due to covid travel restrictions i did not compete in 2020. In 2021, she had her Pro Debut in USA , despite 21 days hotel quarantine after she returned home. She placed 5th among Olympians at both shows - San Antonio Pro & Minneapolis Pro. Outside of competition, She is a gym owner, a fitness & posing coach, and also a dog mom of 3! She coaches both lifestyle and competition clients, and helped a client obtain her pro card in Japan.

    Karen give great insight into what it’s like to be a gym owner and a bodybuilder in an Asian country. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -How she started in bodybuilding

    -life as a gym owner

    -bodybuilding in Asia

    -stress management

    -productivity while on prep

    -traveling and quarantining

    -mindset in improvement season

    -choosing the right coach

    -competing in as a Pro

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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    CONNECT WITH KAREN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenfit.ifbbpro/

    Gym: https://www.instagram.com/hit_pt/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:07 areas to improve

    6:10 keeping intensity in training

    11:45 changing mindset about improvement season

    17:44 changing approaches

    23:55 goals for the future and bodybuilding

    31:00 is it worth it?

    37:30 saying yes to opportunities

    39:15 training while on quarantine

    44:15 being a gym owner

    49:00 being a bodybuilder in Hong Kong

    57:25 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 06 May 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    MIGNON WILLIAMS

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Mignon Williams, who is a native of New Orleans, LA and currently lives in Atlanta, GA. Mignon is a finance professional and entrepreneur as the owner of Untaxed Confidential, a full service tax and accounting firm where she educates clients on ways to save money in taxes and make smart financial decisions for the future. She is a FitBody Fusion Athlete coached by Jamie DeBernard and earned her Pro Card in 2019 at the North American Championships snagging not only her pro card but also the Overall title. She made her Pro debut a week later at the Arizona Wings of strength placing top 15 among 11 Olympians. She came back in 2020 at the Chicago Pro placing 3rd and took a long and much need break from the stage to become a mother to a beautiful baby boy August Langston Humphrey. When she's not in tax season, she is coaching other bikini athletes on posing, presentation and stage polish.

    Mignon has so much to share on how to STOP comparing your progress from one show/year to another because you are growing in this sport. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -Her tax business, Untaxed Confidential

    -Posing and show day glam

    -Being a Black Girl with an eating disorder

    -Motherhood and fit pregnancy

    -Breastfeeding and bodybuilding

    -Being intentional and present in your relationships during prep

    -Working out with intensity and intention

    -Taking your OFFSZN seriously.

    -Self Care during prep

    -Turning 40!!

    -Running a business as a mom as a bikini pro

    -The right way to wear a wig

    -Conquering the stage with posing, poise, polish and presentation

    -Showing up each day as a PROFESSIONAL in every aspect of your life

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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH MIGNON:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mignoncyrelle/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:23 influences for stage presence as a dancer

    7:40 preparing taxes as a Pro bodybuilder

    14:20 show planning tips

    20:01 being a professional before you’re actually a Pro

    23:00 advice for stage presence

    25:41 show day glam

    35:50 lessons learned over the years and different coaches

    47:10 the show that haunts her

    49:10 switching coaches and turning pro

    58:50 pre-show routine and recovery

    66:50 comparison trap with yourself

    70:43 struggling with an eating disorder

    73:25 pregnancy and postpartum journey

    91:00 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 29 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    LAURA TARBELL

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro Laura Tarbell who did her first prep in the spring of 2007 for seven short weeks and won my bikini pro card with the WNSO. Six weeks later, she placed third at the Pro World Championships. She immediately loved competing because it felt like the perfect combination of the two things she loved most growing up, sports and stage performance. She played basketball and studied to be a music teacher in college, but felt like she was called to be a coach. She continued to compete until 2009 when she started my family.

    Eight years later, she decided I wanted to go after an IFBB Pro card, just to prove to herself that with 4 kids and at the age of 40, she could do it. In 2020 she made it happen and her next goal is to win a masters Pro show.

    She now coaches for Nutrition Dynamic doing both competition prep and functional nutrition. She focuses on helping bikini athletes optimize their competition prep in order to look their best on stage and then transition into post show with long term health in mind.

    Laura gives us invaluable information. You don’t want to miss this interview! 23:20

    Topics covered include:

    -having 2 sets of twins

    -macros versus meal plans

    -prepping with a family

    -knowing your body on a functional level

    -comparison versus inspiration

    -coaching basketball

    -keeping in “treats” during prep

    -testing as a tool

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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH LAURA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura.tarbell.ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    5:06 inspiration to compete and competing in multiple leagues

    10:20 using pilates for recovery and deciding to train for bodybuilding

    11:50 lessons from different federations and coaching competitions

    13:44 having 2 sets of twins and IVF

    19:00 prepping and raising a family

    28:30 nutrition changes from prep to improvement season

    40:48 goals moving forward

    43:00 actions to support growth

    47:05 testing after adding in different supplements

    50:28 when not to compete and why a functional approach is best

    55:00 how your cycle can affect performance

    61:50 tips from tracking macros

    66:50 training to optimize your workouts

    72:50 feedback from judges

    77:25 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 22 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    LAURA STALINKEVICIUTE

    Today, I speak with Lithuanian IFBB Pro Laura Stalinkeviciute, a fitness coach who works with women online, design training programs, meal plans. She shares her own journey, workouts, and tips on Instagram in hopes to inspire and help more girls along the way. She used to compete in IFBB Elite, but in 2021 switched to NPC and won her pro card at her first show! She has her own Fitness Clothing brand, DEERFORCE, where she sells activewear and glute bands. She loves traveling and meeting like-minded people.

    Laura shares why it’s important to work with a coach even if you are a coach and how she has learned through trial and error over the years. She really wants to help other believe in themselves. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -believing in yourself

    -difference between IFBB Elite and NPC

    -building more muscle to be competitive

    -difference between improvement season and prep

    -judging progress

    -having a post show goal

    -mindset in the gym

    -changing the plan

    -differences between a cheat meal and reread meal

    -learning new types of posing

    -traveling and competing

    -hosting a podcast

    -having a clothing line

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH LAURA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stalinkeviciute/

    Coaching IG: https://www.instagram.com/lauras_coaching/

    DEERFORCE IG: https://www.instagram.com/deerforce_/

    DEERFORCE Website: https://www.deerforcecollection.com/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKlE7rCkdHW8ZKae5G9Okpw

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introductions

    3:30 believing in yourself

    4:50 difference between IFBB Elite and NPC

    7:40 learning about IFBB Pro league

    12:23 working towards improvements

    13:33 improvement season versus prep

    15:05 monitoring progress

    19:05 biggest diet mistakes

    22:10 training splits and intention

    26:15 changing the plan when things don’t work

    28:30 education to change approaches

    30:20 differences between a cheat meal and reread meal

    36:20 goals and timelines

    40:20 advice for traveling as a competitor

    45:37 endeavors outside of bodybuilding

    47:50 how competing has impacting other areas go her life

    52:10 starting her own clothing brand

    56:53 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 15 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    LOUISA BURKE

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Louisa Burke. She was born and raised in Munich, Germany where she received a degree in Interaction design. She moved to the US 5 years ago to be with her now husband. She started her fitness Instagram to share her journey and inspire others while she was waiting on her work permit. She now works full time as Product designer for LinkedIn and works on her fitness on the side. She fell in love with bodybuilding in 2020 where she also did her first Bikini competition. Since then, she did 4 more shows until she turned pro in July 2021.

    Louisa shares her story of finding fitness and how the turned into a passion for inspiring others. Gratitude is an important part of her journey and that leads her to want to pay it forward. We heard about her long-term long distance relationship and what it took for her to be able to move from Germany to the US.

    She shares so many lessons she has learned along the way. You don’t want to miss this conversation!

    Topics covered include:

    -handling stage nerves

    -focusing on gratitude

    -choosing the right coach

    -eating to grow

    -workout out through COVID

    -making improvements to turn Pro

    -feeling too small

    -working on mindset

    -building habits to build success

    -working for LinkedIn

    -long distance relationships

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH LOUISA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fit_louburke/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introductions

    4:50 show day ritual for gratitude

    9:08 working with Adam from Team Elite Physique and coaching journey

    26:05 worrying about family and moving up at Nationals

    35:00 working on mindset

    40:17 habits that contribute to success

    45:15 wearing many hats and working for Linked In

    48:00 setting boundaries with social media

    54:13 Moving from Germany to the US and long distance relationship

    70:22 cultural differences between US and Germany

    77:20 visiting Germany and futures plans for competing

    83:15 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 08 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    ELENOA MCCABE
    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Elenoa McCabe who goes by Noa. By day she is a data steward for a large agricultural company, but her true passion lies in competing and being part of the fitness industry! She currently lives in Colorado where she loves to hike, ski, and go on road trips with her boyfriend and their puppers. She also has a fitness podcast called The Gym-ish Pod and she is an online coach! She started competing in 2017 and turned Pro at 2021 at the NPC National Championships. She knew she wanted to be a Pro after her first show and decided to take almost 2 years off to improve her physique.

    Elenoa talks about knowing when you’re ready to compete and the importance of optimizing everything to win. She speaks to the importance of taking your time to choose the right coach and talking to current and previous competitors about their experience with the coach. Having open communication with your coach is such an important part of being a competitor and Elenoa shares an important story as to why!

    Elenoa has such a positive outlook about bodybuilding and competing. You don’t want to miss this episode!

    Topics covered include:

    -feeling disappointment without letting it overtake you

    -normalizing long improvement seasons

    -being prepared to compete

    -choosing the right coach

    -dealing with self-sabotage

    -communicating with your coach

    -the feeling of reaching your goals

    -acting like a pro to become a pro

    -balancing life with prep

    -gaining tools through therapy

    -posing every day

    -the importance of body work

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ELENOA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noamccabe/

    Gym-ish Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gym-ish-podcast/id1549134251

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introductions

    5:47 taking a long improvement season

    10:10 knowing when to end an improvement season

    13:33 choosing the right coach

    18:38 dealing with self-sabotage

    28:28 moving past a prep binge

    32:10 feeling of winning her Pro card

    34:40 lesson learned in pursuit of a pro card

    38:33 setting boundaries and expectations in relationships

    42:39 maintaining passions while working towards goals

    50:40 setting post-show intentions

    55:05 working on posing and getting bodywork

    61:24 changing training styles

    70:20 balancing 9-5 job and online coaching

    75:15 the Gym-ish Podcast

    81:14 goals and feedback

    85:48 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    ERIN MAHON

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Erin Mahon, a 22 year-old athlete and posing coach who starting competing in 2019 and turned Pro in 20201 at Junior Nationals. She talks about being a shy and reserved persons and she competes for herself and not necessarily to broadcast her competing journey. We hear about Erin’a past experience as a soccer athlete and the knee injuries she dealt with. Even with her injuries and deciding to leave soccer, she knew there was something more out there for her. She decided to train through her injuries which led her to bodybuilding!

    Erin shares how moving to Florida has totally changed her bodybuilding. She has learned to train with proper form and intensity, which has been the biggest game changer in her development.

    Erin is so honest and open about her journey. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -dealing with social media

    -the impact bodybuilding has had on her life

    -her journey to the stage

    -transitioning from soccer to bodybuilding

    -deciding to use enhancements

    -not focusing on the scale

    -training heavy

    -changing mindset about food

    -learning what works for you

    -working as a posing coach

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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ERIN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/er_mahonifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introductions

    7:13 inspiration to compete

    15:00 having family support

    19:20 deciding to use enhancements

    27:25 recomping your body and training heavy

    31:40 deciding to move to Florida

    35:30 how her training has changed

    42:30 changing her relationship with food

    53:40 choosing the right coach

    59:37 coffee and sugar free sweeteners

    65:30 working as a coach and posing coach

    72:58 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 25 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    CORY HAGEMAN

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Cory Hageman. She’s 26 years old and lives in Los Angeles. She’s been competing in bodybuilding since 2015 and won the overall at JR USA’s in 2020, where she turned pro. She’s competed in 3 pro shows and got 2nd place at her pro debut at the Mile High in Denver in 2021. She worked as a photographer and videographer before starting a career in nursing. Cory is a coach for competitors as well as lifestyle clients and also offer posing coaching!

    We hear how Cory worked on her look after turning Pro and what she did to improve her conditioning. Cory also talks about working with different coaches and ultimately deciding to prep herself.

    Cory shares valuable lessons that every competitor needs to hear. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -Working on improvements as a Pro

    -Mindset when working with a coach

    -Going to extremes

    -Dealing with injuries

    -Deciding to prep yourself

    -Adapting and evolving over time

    -Competing in different leagues

    -Dealing with body image

    -Goals for bodybuilding

    -Comping with food focus

    -Feelings of failure

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH CORY:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introductions

    5:49 winning her Pro card and working on improvements

    8:00 switching coaches

    18:00 extreme preps

    23:18 better ways to prep and prepping herself

    31:00 being open to change

    42:15 deciding not to compete

    43:45 healing her relationship with food and her body

    49:08 deciding to prep through injury

    54:37 typical split for workouts

    60:52 changes to physique after changing training intensity

    64:15 goals in bodybuilding

    69:00 changes to posing

    73:45 knowing when it’s time to adjust

    84:55 things she would change in previous preps

    98:15 advice for competitors

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    Fri, 18 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000
    DAKINI SELLAMUTHU

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Dakini Sellamuthu, a 23 years old psychology major currently living in India. She has been bodybuilding for 3 years and I just won her pro card in December 2021 at the Arnold Amateur. She talks about how bodybuilding has helped her build self-confidence and why struggling with post show blues taught her so much about her body. Dakini tells us about her struggles in her improvement season and what she did to overcome her bingeing tendencies.

    We hear how Dakini has worked to have open communication with her coach and how she has taken the shame out of her actions. She tells how she lives for herself and meets her own expectations. She also says that turning Pro didn’t change her as a person.

    Dakini has such a relatable story and shares valuable information. You don’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -dealing with stress and low confidence

    -living in prep versus improvement season

    -the importance of sustainability

    -the popularity of bodybuilding in India

    -choosing to take an off season and recover

    -dealing with mental illness

    -helping others through psychology

    -meditation and journaling as self-care

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH DAKINI:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragostex/

    TIME STAMPS

    [1:00] introductions

    [5:25] dealing with binging

    [12:50] communicating needs with your coach

    [17:45] struggling with comparison

    [20:00] choosing not to prep

    [25:45] lessons learned from bodybuilding

    [35:00] deciding to study psychology

    [39:55] ways to support her mental health

    [45:14] the desire to compete

    [49:40] insights from prep

    [59:00] advice fro competitors

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    Fri, 11 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    SAMMY HOULE

    Today, I speak with IFBB Sammy Houle, a NASM certified personal trainer, who received her Bachelor of Science in Ath letic Training with a focus on injury prevention and rehabilitation. She was born and raised in Wisconsin and is currently living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She is a Full-Time Fit Body Fusion Online Coach, where she works with competition, lifestyle, and transformation clients. She turned pro in 2020 at USAs after competing in 4 other national shows. She made her Pro debut at the 2021 Sacramento Pro.

    She talks about the differences between competing as a Pro versus as an amateur and how she handled those changes. Sammy tells us about different experiences with prep and improvement seasons and how she uses macros to foster a healthy relationship with food. We also hear about Sammy’s coaching philosophy and strategies she uses to helps her clients be successful and stay healthy!

    Sammy’s journey to the Pro stage is full of valuable lessons. You won’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -differences between competing as a Pro versus amateur

    -the importance of having community

    -accountability in the improvement season

    -macros versus meal plans

    -coaching philosophy

    -deciding to become a coach

    -working with Fit Body Fusion

    -communicating with you coach

    -the importance of bloodwork

    -taking rest days seriously

    -why posing is so important

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH SAMMY:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sammy_ifbbpro/

    Coaching: https://www.fitbodyfusion.com/ (REQUEST Samantha Houle for coaching)


    TIME STAMPS

    [1:00] introductions

    [3:20] prepping for a pro shoe versus prepping for an NPC show

    [8:13] differences between prep and improvement season

    [11:20] macros versus meal plans

    [15:50] Sammy’s approach to coaching and using macros

    [21:11] how her experiences have influenced her coaching style

    [23:55] becoming a coach for Fit Body Fusion

    [30:20] how life changed after becoming a coach full time

    [33:00] things to consider when choosing a coach

    [36:30] making friends in the industry

    [40:50] health in the improvement season

    [47:03] Sammy’s competing journey and using feedback

    [50:40] nailing your posing

    [55:00] training focuses

    [61:45] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 04 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    TONI GADDIS

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Toni Gaddis, a military service member for 16 years. She has her Bachelors in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and my Masters in Juvenile Justice.
    Throughout her life, she has participated in various sports from volleyball to powerlifting. She was introduced to bodybuilding by her best friend and fell in love with the sport. She competed in her first national qualifying competition on May 2018 and won both overall novice and unlimited in my class. She earned her pro card at NPC Universe. Her ultimate goal is to be able to qualify for and win the Olympia.


    She is the owner and posing coach of Details Matter Posing and Glute Training. She wants women to know that although she came into this sport later in life than most it’s about being intentional and consistent in everything you do. She believes in being the example in order to inspire others. She believes hard work, dedication, and consistency should be at the forefront of being an ambassador of this sport.


    You won’t want to miss this interview with Toni. She is full of great information and is eager to share!

    Topics covered include:
    -following your plan
    -learning what you can and asking questions
    -taking off a year because of a military deployment
    -learning from judges’ feedback
    -dealing with a fast metabolism
    -proper glute training
    -identifying patterns-posing coaching and how to practice
    -deciding to join the military
    -appreciating what you’ve accomplished

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html
    CONNECT WITH TONI:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mini_beast_toni17/

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [4:40] win at NPC Universe
    [18:10] changing her training mindset
    [19:20] judges’ feedback
    [24:00] glutes training
    [28:20] learning to activate your glutes
    [35:45] booty builder machine and different exercises
    [45:30] posing and practice
    [54:00] being a posing coach
    [60:00] what sets her apart as a posing coach
    [69:06] her experience in the military
    [74:00] meal prepping and scheduling
    [77:30] advice for competitors


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    Fri, 25 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    BRE WIGLEY

    Today, I speak with vegan IFBB Pro Breana Wigley. She started her journey in April 2017 and earned her IFBB PRO status in 5 months at the North Americans. She quickly started moving through the rankings as a IFBB pro by competing in 8 shows her rookie season and placing within the top 10. After focusing on qualifying for Olympian- that goal momentarily got put on hold due to beautiful life events- becoming a mom. After nearly 2 years away from the stage Breana is hopeful that one day soon she will compete again but this time with a lot more fire and drive because now she has a sweet baby girl cheering her on.

    She talks about the decision to press pause on competing and start a family, and when she may return to the stage. She takes the lessons she’s learned from competing in all aspects of her life, including motherhood! We also hear her experience as a military spouse and how that has shaped her family.

    Bre offers such a fresh perspective on motherhood, lifestyle, and competing. You don’t want to miss the interview!

    Topics covered include:
    -transition to motherhood
    -being a vegan athlete
    -body image and pregnancy
    -changes during pregnancy
    -the comparison trap
    -deciding to compete
    -the importance of being coachable
    -deciding to stay natural
    -being a military spouse
    -the entrepreneurial mindset

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH BRE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bre.faith.fit/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vegan.bre/

    Website: WWW.OFFICIALBREWIGLEY.COM

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [3:06] becoming pregnant
    [5:07] fostering parts of your life outside of competing
    [8:13] body image and pregnancy
    [12:19] health during pregnancy
    [17:15] eating changes during pregnancy
    [20:04] physical changes from pregnancy
    [22:00] falling into the comparison trap
    [25:15] journey to being vegan and competing
    [31:50] what has contributed to her success
    [35:40] competing as a natural athlete
    [41:28] the experience of turning pro quickly
    [43:40] improving between shows
    [49:48] having an active husband
    [52:20] dealing with her husband’s deployment
    [58:40] her passion for vegan cooking
    [62:00] starting her own boutique
    [66:30] staying true to herself
    [67:40] having a strong faith
    [69:04] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    JODIE YUNCKER; Life With & Without Anorexia, Routine That Fits You, Tactics for Muscle Engagement

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Jodie Yuncker, who is a coach with Fit Body Fusion. She turned Pro at Junior National in 2021 and has since competed in 3 Pro shows. She shares with us how she struggled with and eating disorder for 12 years and overcame it to regain her health. Jodie shows with us how important self-belief and manifestation are for achieving your goals and how she helps her coaching clients accomplish this.

    Starting in high school, she began to hyper focus on the normal changes a body makes during puberty. This started a spiral of obsessing about food and her weight that controlled her life for years. She talks about her experience with college and the ultimatum her parents gave her regarding her health. She describes how her passion from coaching came from her own transformation.

    We hear how Jodie transitioned to coaching and what she believes is important for her clients, both lifestyle and competitors. Her passion comes through so strongly in this interview. You don’t want to miss it!

    Topics covered include:
    -Struggling with an eating disorder
    -Turning can’t into can
    -The importance of support
    -Coaching philosophy
    -Journey to becoming a coach
    -Setting realistic expectations
    -The importance of recovery
    -Daily habits for success
    -Not being afraid to eat
    -Competing as a Pro

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html
    CONNECT WITH JODIE:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodiejfit_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [4:10] struggling with an easting disorder
    [13:04] the affect seeing what her mom ate had on her idea of her body
    [15:15] pushback from deciding to be a bodybuilder
    [17:00] paying attention to hormone health
    [18:45] deciding to become a coach
    [26:30] how being a coach has changed her
    [30:00] coaching with flexibility
    [32:40] coaching lifestyle versus competitors
    [37:14] what she wishes people knew before getting into competing
    [40:10] daily habits for success
    [41:40] maximizing results
    [45:54] competition journey
    [53:45] future goals
    [57:04] judges’ feedback
    [60:25] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    KERIGAN PIKE

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Kerigan Pike, a 25 year old multi-business entrepreneur and online coach. She lives in Houston, TX with her husband and 2 fur babies. She has been competing almost every other year since 2016, and in 2021 she earned her IFBB pro card at Jr. Nationals! Kerigan talks about her journey to the stage and what has driven her to compete. She tells us why she took a long improvement season and how she took advantage of that time to grow.

    Kerigan explains the importance of staying patient when your goal is to grow. She believes in taking your time to make real changes and focusing on how strength is improving. We hear how Kerigan improved her confidence and how that lead to her growth on stage. She tells us how ego and humility can be in balance to help you present your best self!

    Kerigan shares such a great attitude for competing. You don’t want to miss her story!

    Topics covered include:
    -competing for herself
    -staying patient for all types of growth
    -deciding which division is right for you
    -using social media for the right reasons
    -developing confidence
    -struggling with hormone issues
    -staying open-minded
    -goals as an IFBB Pro
    -having her husband as her coach
    -being an entrepreneur and influencer
    -DON’T OVERTHINK THINGS!
    -being authentic

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keriganpikefit/
    Coaching IG: https://www.instagram.com/hustl.hrdr/
    Website: https://www.hustlhrdr.com
    TikTok: @keriganpike
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KeriganPike

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [3:00] transitioning to competing
    [8:08] staying patient
    [11:54] developing stage presence and confidence
    [17:44] struggles with hormones and acne
    [22:30] being willing to learn
    [27:40] being involved in her faith
    [30:00] having children in the future
    [31:10] how she met her husband
    [32:45] judges’ feedback
    [36:25] approach to prep and competition
    [43:00] mindset shift after winning
    [45:20] being an entrepreneur and influencer
    [52:18] things she wished people knew
    [54:45] current businesses
    [59:20] time management
    [61:00] overcoming imposter syndrome
    [65:20} advice for competitors

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    Fri, 04 Feb 2022 08:01:11 +0000
    MAHSA AKBARIMEHR
    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Mahsa Akbarimehr, who was the first Persian female to become an IFBB Bikini Pro in June of 2018! She started her fitness journey back in her home country of Iran as a multi sport athlete competing in swimming, water Polo and rowing. The youngest of three girls, her mom and dad were a big part in who she today. They were always encouraging my sisters and I to play sports, be active and competitive growing up. She started weight training in college, where she earned a bachelor degree in Computer Science engineering. After college, she won a U.S green card lottery and decided to make the move in 2011 to United States. She joined a Gold’s gym and learned about the NPC/IFBB.

    In April 2015, she decided to compete in her first bodybuilding Bikini competition and placed first in her class. When she became U.S citizen, she was finally able to compete in national shows and won her pro card at her second national show. She now lives in Hawaii and works with clients, sharing her knowledge, experience, physical and mental journeys with them.

    Mahsa’s story is one we don’t get to hear too often. Be sure to give it a listen!

    Topics covered include:
    -breaking culture barriers
    -posing with personality
    -improving the post-show experience
    -working with judges’ feedback
    -changes in training style
    -having an athletic background
    -bodybuilding in Iran
    -deciding to leave Iran
    -working as a trainer
    -the importance of community

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    CONNECT WITH MAHSA:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mahsa_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [05:42] working with posing clients and posing advice
    [12:55] things she wishes she new sooner
    [18:00] working towards the Olympia and judges’ feedback
    [21:00] competing in s Strength competition
    [23:00] current training split
    [26:40] growing up as an athlete
    [29:30] inspiration to compete
    [32:30] Bodybuilding in Iran
    [37:20] deciding to come to America
    [43:10] studying computer engineering
    [45:20] a day in the life
    [49:00] being in a long-term relationship
    [55:20] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 28 Jan 2022 08:18:01 +0000
    ELISABET VANG

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Elisabet Vang, a 23-years-old from the Faroe Island. She works full time as physical coach for a football (soccer) team in the best division where she’s from. Sports has always been her passion and ever since childhood. She has played everything from football (soccer) , handball, volleyball, to gymnastics. She fell deeply in love with bodybuilding when she started strength training through handball at the age of 16. She did my first bikini competition in 2016 and has been competed in different federations every year since (except covid year 2020)

    In 2021, she quit playing football and started her job as a physical football (soccer) coach and decided to give her all into bodybuilding. She been self coached since 2019, earned her Pro card in September 2021 and recently placed 3rd at her second pro show!

    Elisabet has such a unique background and fitness journey. You won’t want to miss this interview!

    Topics covered include:
    -Being self-coached
    -Pro versus amateur competitions
    -Traveling for shows
    -Balance in the improvement season
    -Ditching the “all or nothing” mindset
    -Working to be a better poser
    -The importance of lifting heavy
    -Working as a strength and conditioning coach
    -Living like an athlete
    -Creating habits for success


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    CONNECT WITH ELISABET:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisabetvang_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [04:20] quick success
    [06:00] Pro versus amateur shows
    [11:45] traveling long distances for shows
    [14:50] plans for the future
    [23:00] eating during prep
    [27:01] self-coaching
    [36:45] the love of competing
    [37:30] seeing yourself objectively
    [41:20] working on posing
    [43:40] lifting heavy
    [48:00] moving on from team sports
    [50:00] working as a strength and conditioning coach
    [62:45] optimizing your morning routine
    [71;07] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 21 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    Sneak Peek at the Upcoming Build More than Just a Body x Glam Girl AZ Retreat

    Reposted Podcast from Prep Life. Are you wanting to kickoff the competition season right? Have you been searching for an event in which you can connect with other likeminded women in the sport of body building? Are you searching for a place in which you can get strength training workouts, hiking in The South Mountain Preserve, HIIT cardio training, bikini posing practice, help with suit selection, and best of all mindset training and personal growth? If so, then join us in beautiful Phoenix, Arizona at the Arizona Grand Resort and Spa for an epic experience on Feb 19th and 20th!

    During this episode @celestial_fit dives into some of the many topics that she will be covering so that you can Build More Than Just a Body at this amazing two day event! Over the course of the weekend she will help individuals work on mindfulness, food relationships, self love, stress management and much much more!! You can register for the event by clicking the link: https://www.glamgirlbikini.com/2022-retreat/ You can find us on Instagram @preplifepodcast @glamgirlbikini @amyehinger

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    Wed, 19 Jan 2022 21:00:11 +0000
    ADAIR LIBBRECHT

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Adair Libbrecht, a 26 year old who was born and raised in Winnipeg, Canada. She has an honors degree in psychology and just started a masters degree in counseling psychology! She is also a crisis counsellor for a 24/7 crisis and suicide line in Winnipeg. On top of that, she is a certified nutritionist and personal trainer who coaches online lifestyle clients and approaches fitness from a psychological perspective. Her goal is to not only help individuals achieve their fitness goals but work on their personal development and a develop a healthy mindset as well. She also runs her own business doing cosmetic teeth whitening.

    Adair grew up very active playing a variety of sports but her true passion was dancing and aerial acrobatics in which she competed for 15 years. After she stopped competitive dancing, she got a membership at my local gym and fell in love with lifting weights and working out. She worked out consistently for about 5 years before deciding to compete. She competed in my first ever show September 2021 where she won the overall. That qualified her to compete the next day in the Canadian Nation Pro Qualifier where she won her IFBB Pro card!

    Adair shares so much insight from her past and goals for her future. You don’t want to miss this episode!

    Topics covered include:
    -dealing with expectations
    -deciding to work with a coach
    -struggling with binge eating
    -competing as a dancing and aerial acrobat
    -struggling with feeling lost
    -journaling for mental health
    -getting into teeth whitening
    -working as a coach
    -the importance of psychology in bodybuilding
    -traveling and competing

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adairlibbrecht/

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [04:00] turning pro quickly
    [07:30] shifting expectations with growing beliefs
    [11:15] switching from a lifestyle client to a competitor
    [14:30] working through binge eating
    [17:05] dance background
    [19:00] why prep is so rewarding
    [26:25] routines for success
    [28:00] day in the life
    [29:01] teeth whitening
    [34:57] working as a coach
    [36:55] studying psychology
    [42:02] Adair’s coaching style
    [46:00] what preps are like
    [49:30] judge’s feedback and changing mentality
    [54:04] future goals
    [55:04] advice for growth

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    Fri, 14 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    JAZMINE OSBORNE

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Jazmine Osborne, personal trainer, & posing coach who started competing in 2015 and turned pro in 2019 at her second national show. She made her Pro debut in 2020 at the NorCal show! She initially started competing when she was still in college and only wanted to compete once as a bucket list item. She immediately started looking forward to her next show! Jazmine speaks to the importance of finding pride in the process and not the placing. She talks about not feeling ready for her first National show and feeling discouraged after placing 15th. But that gave her perspective to know where she needed to improve.

    Jazmine tells us about how she worked with her coach to fine tune her body for a balanced physique that meets the bikini criteria. She admits to feeling uncomfortable with the amount of food she had to eat in order to grow, but also noticed how her lifts improved. She learned to trust the process and trust her coach, which paid off!

    We talk about how Jazmine navigated her relationships outside of bodybuilding and how things changed. With communication and understanding, she has been able to maintain friendships through prep even though other friends were not into bodybuilding.

    Jazmine’s journey is really special. You won’t want to miss her story!

    Topics covered include:
    -friendships through bodybuilding
    -competing on the National stage
    -embracing discomfort to grow
    -trusting the process
    -finding balance
    -using her exercise science degree in her own prep
    -changing up training to grow muscle
    -dealing with mental struggles
    -managing time and finances
    -struggling with food
    -dealing with ADHD

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    CONNECT WITH JAZMINE:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/princess_jazmine/

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [3:05] journey to Pro
    [11:39] section national show
    [18:50] trusting the process
    [21:35] finding balance
    [26:12] maintaining relationships outside of bodybuilding
    [31:50] studying exercise science
    [34:05] gaining muscle
    [40:20] pro debut
    [46:00] mental struggles
    [48:35] financial commitment
    [53:00] struggles with food
    [61:00] dealing with ADHD
    [66:09] future goals
    [69:20] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 07 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    Inner Health Series Ep 3: The Pro Method

    In the final episode of the Inner Health Series, I speak with Shonte Turner and Dawn Nasta of The Pro Method, a physiological decompression method approach to recovery and optimizing training via advanced technology. Shonte and Dawn start off by sharing some background as to how they met, what influenced them to join forces, and how The Pro Method came about.

    First, Shonte and Dawn discuss the Neufit machine and the role it plays in their practice. Dawn talks about the concept of a direct current e-stim machine and its benefits for training and recovery. Shonte and Dawn also dive into the concept of neuromuscular reeducation and the importance of recovery for both muscle building and fat loss phases.

    Dawn also breaks down colon hydrotherapy and how it may be beneficial for athletes, especially those with IBS or experiencing any GI distress. Next, Shonte and Dawn explain how these different therapies help athletes in all aspects of training, even down to posing for bikini competitors.

    I can’t wait for you all to hear about The Pro Method’s tactics and strategies to maximize ones recovery for optimal training results!

    Topics Covered:
    -Beginnings of The Pro Method
    -What is the Neufit & how it works
    -Muscular Reeducation
    -Neufit for recovery and restructure
    -Importance of recovery
    -Colon hydrotherapy
    -Neuromusclar training & posing

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepromethod/

    Time Stamps:
    [0:45] Celeste introduces Shonte Turner and Dawn Nasta of The Pro Method.
    [5:40] Celeste asks Shonte what inspired her to work with Dawn.
    [10:20] Shonte & Dawn explain how the Neufit works.
    [14:10] Celeste asks how pad placement is determined & if a competitors division
    matters.
    [18:20] Shonte & Dawn expand on muscular re-education & how the Neufit promotes
    longevity in bodybuilding.
    [23:05] Dawn discusses direct currents & other current types in the body.
    [26:35] Celeste asks of any examples of athletes who changed their structure from using the Neufit.
    [31:10] Celeste asks why recovery is important for building muscle and burning fat.
    [41:40] Dawn talks about colon hydrotherapy.
    [47:25] Celeste asks how often one should have colon hydrotherapy.
    [51:20] Shonte explains how neuromuscular training is incorporated in posing.
    [60:15] Shonte & Dawn share how listeners can connect and work with them.


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    Wed, 05 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    Inner Health Series Ep 2: Liv Health

    In the second episode of the inner health series, I speak with Julia Bresner, the lead integrative health concierge, and Andrew Wax, the director of clinical care, from Liv Health. Andrew and Julia start the conversation by explaining to listeners what services are provided at Liv Health, the importance they have, and how they are beneficial to bodybuilders. They emphasize how their approach and methods differ from those of a typical primary care physician, and how they look to optimize their athletes health and performance.


    Andrew shares his philosophy of “you can’t manage what you can’t measure,” which he references at several points during the conversation. We talk about the importance of lab work and how optimizing ones internal health can be beneficial during muscle building and fat loss phases. Julia mentions the role of birth control and bodybuilding, sharing experiences from many female clients she has worked with over the years. Both Andrew and Julia talk about the importance of supplement timing, giving specific examples and how it can affect one’s results when implemented correctly.


    During this conversation, we openly discuss the topic of PEDs and bodybuilding. Andrew and Julia give valuable insight as to how athletes, especially those that are enhanced, need to consciously take care of their internal health and monitor certain markers via regular lab work, to ensure not only a successful contest prep but to help them prepare for life after competing.

    You won’t want to miss all the valuable information and insights Julia and Andrew have to offer!

    Topics Covered:
    -Optimal internal health & muscle building/fat loss
    -“You can’t manage what you don’t measure”
    -Birth control & bodybuilding
    -Supplement timing
    -PEDs and labs
    -Supplements loft bodybuilding
    -Sexual function & libido

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livhealthofficial/
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    Time Stamps:
    [0:45] Celeste introduces Liv Health and the representatives Julia Bresner and Andrew Wax.
    [2:15] Celeste asks how bodybuilders use Liv Health and why they are important.
    [3:40] Celeste has Julia & Andrew define what they mean by athletes becoming “superhuman.”
    [5:00] Andrew describes how their approach varies from that of a typical primary care physician.
    [9:40] Celeste asks how optimizing internal health can support someone with muscle building & fat loss phases.
    [12:45] Andrew shares how one knows if they reverse diet too quickly.
    [14:55] Celeste asks how one finds “maintenance” via lab work.
    [17:12] Andrew & Julia share habits that negatively affect important blood markers.
    [22:50] Celeste asks what habits competitors can implement to improve their health.
    [27:20] Julia shares how to eliminate depletion symptoms without compromising a prep.
    [31:10] Celeste asks about the importance of supplement timing.
    [35:00] Celeste asks how HRT or peptides are chosen for a client.
    [40:50] Andrew talks about special considerations made with enhanced athletes.
    [43:30] Celeste asks Andrew to go over proper post cycle therapy with PEDs.
    [45:20] Julia explains what clients can expect when signing up with Liv Health.
    [48:30] Andrew & Julia talk about the Liv Health supplements & including those in an athlete’s protocol.
    [54:00] Andrew discusses sexual function, libido, and supplementation.
    [58:00] Julia talks about how they address clients with amenorrhea.
    [62:40] Celeste shares how listeners can find & connect with Liv Health further.

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    Tue, 04 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000
    Inner Health Series Ep 1: Adam Atkinson

    Kicking off the first ever Inner Health Series, Celeste speaks with Adam Atkinson, head coach & creator of See You Later Leaner. Aside from coaching, Adam takes on lab consult clients, such as Celeste, to look at an athletes bloodwork and see if and where things are off hormonally, and how they can be fixed. First, Celeste discusses her personal experiences in working with Adam and how he has helped her improve her internal health and progress in her improvement season, starting with an in depth review of her bloodwork.

    Adam discusses common results and red flags one should be aware of when going over labs and how different seasons of training an affect ones hormone levels. He also touches on the topic of enhanced athletes and supplementation, emphasizing what women especially should be aware of before going down that route.

    Along with sharing success stories from both his natural and enhanced athletes, Adam shares strategies he thinks are important for competitors to obtain longevity in the sport. He also talks about hormone replacement therapy and the role it plays for athletes of various age groups.

    You won’t want to miss the valuable insight and experience Adam has to offer and the reasoning why he values bloodwork and labs so highly for longevity in bodybuilding and overall health!

    Topics Covered:

    -Importance of bloodwork

    -Training seasons & hormonal impacts

    -Women becoming enhanced athletes

    -Coach-client communication

    -How to optimize longevity in bodybuilding

    -HRT therapy and bodybuilding

    Time Stamps:

    [0:50] Celeste introduces the new inner health series & first guest, Adam Atkinson.

    [2:20] Adam shares the importance of and why he prioritizes bloodwork.

    [4:40] Celeste asks Adam to elaborate on why he recommended her specific tests.

    [9:45] Adam summarizes starting and progress points from Celeste’s labs.

    [14:50] Adam shares what one should consider a red flag vs normal results on bloodwork.

    [21:20] Celeste asks how various training seasons affect certain hormone levels.

    [24:40] Celeste asks how Adam treats athletes who have low energy levels yet “normal” lab numbers shortly after a show.

    [26:10] Adam shares how optimal hormone levels attribute to physique development.

    [28:15] Adam discusses what women should be aware of when choosing to become an “enhanced athlete.”

    [30:50] Adam shares the importance of communicating with your coach about enhanced supplementation.

    [34:50] Celeste asks what may be optimal for competitors to maintain longevity in the sport.

    [40:00] Adam shares how supplementation based off his bloodwork review has helped natural athletes achieve success.

    [46:30] Celeste asks if clients using HRT can leverage that to better their physique.

    [53:15] Celeste asks Adam about athletes that want to transition back to being natural.

    [54:50] Adam shares why he works with lab consult clients.

    [56:00] Adam shares how potential clients can connect & work with him.

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    Mon, 03 Jan 2022 18:44:12 +0000
    VANIA AUGUSTE

    Today I speak with IFBB Pro and 2021 Olympian Vania Auguste. Vania started competing back in 2015 and won her pro card at Jr Nationals in 2019. Vania works as a posing coach alongside her teaching career, leading girls to the stage with a powerful stage presence and confidence in their routines.

    Vania shares what inspired her move from her native country of Haiti to the US, sharing how she ended up in Nashville and chose her career as a high school teacher. Vania also discusses what inspired her to explore her love for posing, offering her time to competitors as a posing coach. She talks about how she balances both her teaching schedule and traveling for competitions and how she approaches the topic of bodybuilding with her students.

    This year Vania was able to qualify for the Olympia after 10 shows and she shares her journey to the stage and what inspired her decision to become an IFBB Pro. We also discuss how Vania changed both her physical and mental training to gain the success she’s had in the sport, and how she prioritizes her health at all points in her prep.

    You won’t want to miss Vania’s insight to both competing and work-life balance in this episode!

    Topics Covered:

    -Tips for improving your stage walk

    -Mistakes at National level shows

    -Decision to become a posing coach

    -Balancing teacher life & competing

    -Olympia experiences

    -Mentality switch to earn the O qualification

    -Prioritizing health during prep

    -Future plans & advice for competitors

    Time Stamps:

    [0:50] Celeste introduces Vania.

    [1:50] Vania shares her pre stage ritual.

    [3:00] Vania shares tips for the best stage walk.

    [4:20] Celeste asks Vania how she helps posing clients control their arms.

    [5:45] Vania talks about what’s helped her confidence on stage.

    [11:10] Celeste asks Vania about mistakes she sees girls make at the national level.

    [13:50] Vania shares how and when she started posing coaching.

    [15:35] Celeste asks Vania how she came to America & what influenced her decision to pursue teaching.

    [20:05] Celeste asks Vania about time management with her teaching schedule and competing.

    [22:55] Vania talks about life in prep vs in improvement season.

    [26:10] Celeste asks Vania to share her Olympia experience.

    [30:15] Vania discusses her journey to becoming a pro & the inspiration behind competing in figure along the way.

    [33:00] Celeste asks Vania what specifically made her “feel like a bikini girl.”

    [39:20] Vania shares what attributed to her progression her rookie season, leaving her just one point shy of her Olympia qualification.

    [44:50] Celeste asks how that first season affected Vania’s mentality going into her next, where she earned her O qualification.

    [47:15] Celeste asks Vania how her training changed once she switched coaches.

    [55:20] Vania discusses how she manages her body’s health & needs during long competition seasons.

    [60:30] Celeste asks Vania about her Olympia feedback and current plans.

    [66:25] Vania gives her best advice for novice competitors and for girls on their road to pro.

    [70:50] Vania shares how and where listeners can further connect with her.


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    Fri, 31 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    JONELLE WARNER

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Jonelle Warner. She turned pro this year at NPC Junior Nationals Jonelle has been in the industry and competing since 2016 and is a full time coach for Team Boss Bodies, where she also handles athlete and staff relations. She has a fluffy maincoon cat named Prince James and currently reside in Pittsburgh, PA. She firmly believes in the importance of focusing on the mental aspect of the sport and aims to help her clients with that.

    She talks about the importance of training differently to break through thresholds to get to that next level. Going into Junior Nationals, she really focused on the detail in her workouts and mind-muscle connection. That attention to detail and working to shape her muscles really helped her work go farther.

    Jonelle wants to bring classic, vintage glam to the stage. She refined her look to a point but decided to wear a wig on stage this year. This way she can stay true to her style and still meet the criteria for the stage. She says this is the first year she feels like she has nailed her look.

    Jonelle has such a great perspective on competing and coaching. You won’t want to miss her interview!

    Topics covered include:

    -Feeling like you’re bringing your best

    -Prepping to go pro

    -The importance of time under tension

    -Rocking a wig on stage

    -Staying true to yourself

    -Saving money in the improvement season

    -Creating habits for a successful prep

    -Being prepared for the next level

    -Working with Boss Bodies

    -Body following mindset68”50]

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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    CONNECT WITH JONELLE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonellewarnerifbbpro/

    Team Boss Bodies: https://www.teambossbodies.com

    TIME STAMPS

    [1:00] introductions

    [2:00] affirmations

    [4:58] turning pro

    [9:20] prepping to go pro

    [18:45] competing at Junior Nationals

    [22:05] having red hair and wearing a wig

    [32:10] taking time off to grow and save money

    [43:24] evolving perspectives in bodybuilding

    [46:30] loving vintage style

    [49:30] becoming a coach with Boss Bodies

    [54:40] athletes leaving to work with other coaches

    [59:20] what makes a champion

    [65:20] being open to advice from your coach

    [68:50] competitor advice

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    Fri, 24 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    LAURA MOORE-SHAY

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Laura Moore-Shay, a full time project manager in engineering. She is also a prep & lifestyle coach, homeowner, and pug mom. She also is the host of the podcast Bikini Things! She first competed in 2017 and turned Pro in 2020 at NPC USAs.

    Laura speaks in depth about her road to Pro and highs and lows. Being 6 feet tall, Laura has to be careful not looking too thin when she diets down for a show. She decided to start working with Kim Odo and take a long off season to put on more muscle. Laura tells us how she knew she wanted to be a Pro even before she started competing! She kept it to herself until she thought she thought the goal was in her reach.

    We hear about how Laura plans her improvement seasons and what that means in regards to “old school” bulking. Because of her height and natural body type, it’s harder for her to keep on weight. She firmly believes you have to be happy with your body regardless of the stage you’re in. She has learned to appreciate her offseason body as much as her prep body.

    In her work as a prep and lifestyle coach, she makes it a priority to foster healthy food relationships. She also believes in being honest with her clients. She does not like extreme cardio or extreme low calorie diets for her prep clients and would rather push a show date than be too extreme. She likes to shift clients immediately into a reverse diet post-show to allow for more flexibility and healthy maintenance of hormones.

    “If you can manage your time, you can do whatever you want.”

    This is such an informative conversation, you don’t want to miss it!

    Topics covered include:
    -Bikini Things Podcast
    -Having confidence and knowing when it’s your time
    -Shifting into prep mentality
    -Purchasing her first home
    -Prepping with a sprained ankle
    -Planning for improvements
    -Embracing your body in all seasons
    -Working as a coach
    -Work-life balance
    -Putting in work to increase your confidence
    -No short cuts to success

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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html
    CONNECT WITH LAURA:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laura_ifbbpro/
    Bikini Things Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/bikini_things/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LauraMooreShay

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [2:35] journey to Pro card
    [10:13] what kept her going
    [16:45] the feeling of going Pro
    [19:20] Pro debut
    [25:30] planning for improvements
    [35:15] working as a coach
    [44:08] the importance of positive reinforcement
    [47:08] working in industrial automation
    [50:00] time management
    [58:10] lessons learned
    [61:00] no short cuts to success
    [66:55} advice for competitors

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    Fri, 17 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    DR. JACQUELINE DUKE

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Dr. Jaqueline Duke, a doctor of clinical psychology who has ran a thriving practice while raising her young daughter with her also-competing, chiropractic physician, IFBB Pro husband. She earned her pro card with a first place finish at NPC TCM Nationals and received two fourth place finishes 24 hours later at her pro debut in the IFBB Pittsburgh Pro Masters Championships. Her success in Pittsburgh took place only 13 months after her very first bikini competition, a goal she decided to pursue with her husband in celebration of their 40th birthdays.

    The doctors' first prep began just prior to the March 2020 shut down, which presented its own obstacles in addition to drastic career changes, struggles in parenting a young daughter, and events that lead to their current preparation to move across the country. Amidst the chaos and tragic loss that 2020 presented to the Duke family, Jacqueline found bodybuilding to be the anchor that provided stability in life while also connecting her with like-minded individuals. She grew to find a passion and deeper connection to the meaning of her goals within the sport. She attributes these emotional experiences to be what created her relentless drive and fast, consistent success.

    Credentials: B.A., M.A., Psy.D. Clinical Psychology, Illinois-licensed, Post-doctoral M.S. Psychopharmacology
    Appearances on national and local television news media
    Expert print & online literary contributor
    District-approved independent consultant for educational neuropsychological assessment

    This is such an important conversation, you don’t want to miss it!

    Topics covered include:
    -Competing along side a spouse/partner
    -The world of parenting as a competitor
    -The mindset of a professional (doctor and athlete)
    -The evolution of body image through the 80’s, 90’s through today
    -Letting go of what no longer serves you
    -Coping with intangible loss, grief and anger
    -Relating her bodybuilding journey to her daughter’s journey of visual development
    -The exciting journey from amateur to pro (J.M. interview, NPC gym)
    -Future plans for 2021 pro shows and a move from Chicago to Florida

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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
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    CONNECT WITH JAQUELINE:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_jacqueline_duke_ifbb/
    Website: www.psychologist.co
    Coach Matt: https://www.instagram.com/mkbodyworks_alldayeveryday/

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [3:04] journey to pro
    [6:30] prepping as a parent
    [13:05] a day in the life
    [20:00] moving to Florida
    [22:45] working as a doctor of clinical psychology
    [28:10] deciding to go into psychology
    [35:20] contributions through psychology
    [38:30] falling in love with competing
    [40:50] taking a proper off-season
    [44:50] choosing a coach
    [48:50] finding her why
    [55:00] pros and cons of bodybuilding
    [59:20] future of competing
    [63:00] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 10 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    CHRISTY BROWN

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Christy Brown. Sh earned her pro card in her rookie year of competing in the NPC. She achieved this at the Teen, Collegiate & Masters National Championship in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in July of 2021. This was her 5th ever competition! She has a bachelors in Business Management and is a practicing Dental Hygienist, while growing her online coaching business on the side. Her dream is to eventually become a full time online fitness and posing coach where she can help lifestyle clients and new girls coming into the competition world with their journeys and posing.

    She love macros and flexible dieting and is quite a wizard in the kitchen, creating new recipes. She is releasing a cookbook very soon! She live in Burleson, Texas with her amazing husband E, her daughter Kennedy, and two fur babies Charmin and Shelby.

    Christy explains why she believes it’s important to work with a coach and how her struggles with depression have made her an empathetic coach herself. Celeste and Christy go deep in speaking about the importance of having knowledgable fitness professionals to to work with eating disorders. She also shares her experience dealing with food sensitivities and how she deals with them for prep.

    We also get to hear some of Christy’s favorite strategies to hit macros with fun recipes that she has created! She shares how important her husband is to her success and mental-well being.

    This is such an important conversation, you don’t want to miss it!

    Topics covered include:
    -Working as an online coach
    -Creating a positive experience for competitors
    -Working with a coach
    -Struggles with depression and eating disorders
    -Macros and eating disorders
    -Competing with Crohn’s disease and IBS
    -Dealing with food sensitivities
    -Food prep with a family and busy schedule
    -The importance of a support system
    -How competing affects her relationships
    -Starting in fitness later in life
    -Power of manifestation

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html
    CONNECT WITH CHRISTY:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christybrown.ifbbpro/
    Fearless Physiques Cookbook: www.fearlessphysiques.com

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [5:19] pump up routines
    [8:40] working as an online coach
    [13:45] struggles with depression and eating disorders
    [26:10] pros dealing with the same problems as amateurs
    [27:50] Crohn’s disease and IBS and food sensitivities
    [37:50] eating mostly whole foods
    [39:34] planning ahead
    [46:45] stress management
    [53:40] Impact of competing on relationships
    [60:00] family dynamics around food
    [68:55] background in fitness and becoming a pro
    [80:00] believing in yourself
    [81:55] future plans
    [84:06] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 03 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    BRYANNA BARCELO

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Bryanna Barcelo, a 29-year-old who earned her IFBB Pro status at USAs 2019, her third National show! She has been competing since 2015 and since 2016 in the NPC. She works full time as a registered nurse in a critical care unit and also coaches competition and lifestyle clients for Team Fflex. She took almost two years off from competing and is now just starting to hit the Pro stage.

    Bryanna tells us about her joint to the stage and then how she eventually began working towards her Pro card. She talks about the difference in stress levels between competing as an amateur and a Pro. We hear her story of how she had to shift her mindset to put in the work and focus to actually go for her pro card.

    On her journey to Pro, Bryanna decided to start working with Team Flex , after being self-coached. She interviewed many coaches before deciding on Ryan. She loves that he places health and longevity as the top priorities for his athletes. She talks about her transition to actually being a coach for Team Fflex. She takes her willingness to help people in her career as a nurse and a coach.

    Bryanna has such a positive outlook! Don’t miss her interview!

    Topics covered include:
    -Deciding to work towards a Pro card
    -Competing as a Pro
    -Being self-coached
    -Doing more isn’t always better
    -Working with Team Fflex
    -Coaching for Team Fflex
    -Posing as a pro
    -Common posing mistakes
    -Being a shorter competitor
    -Eating higher calories
    -Don’t compare yourself to your last prep
    -Working as a critical care nurse
    -Future plans

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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html
    CONNECT WITH MICHELLE:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/b_barcelo/
    Team Fflex: https://www.teamfflex.com

    TIME STAMPS

    [1:00] introductions

    [2:50] Joining the NPC and working towards Pro

    [6:40] Competing as a Pro

    [11:00] Being self-coached versus working with a coach

    [16:20] shifting mindset to work towards pro

    [19:50] feedback after turning pro

    [23:13] Working with Team Flex

    [28:00] Coaching for Team Flex

    [40:00] Posing

    [43:00] Common posing mistakes

    [46:45] Eating during a growth season

    [52:15] Different patterns for eating

    [62:00] Embracing the improvement season

    [67:02] Working as a nurse

    [78:00] Advice for competitors

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    Fri, 26 Nov 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    MICHELLE ABRAMSON

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Michelle Abramson, who turned 51 in September. She started this journey at 42 and fell in love with this sport. She's a professional certified registered nurse anesthetist in a high volume transplant hospital in Florida. She works full time, and is also a mom and wife. Her motivation is to help other women over 40 with a full plate to take care of themselves. She’s also an ISSA certified master trainer in nutrition and bodybuilding . She’s proven it’s never too late to find fitness!

    Michelle tells us how persistence with posing practice helps her gain confidence when she is on stage. She was told many times she didn’t have the right look for NPC/IFBB bikini, so she ended up competing in and turning pro in WBFF. But in doing so, she realized how much she loved the NPC and decided to prove everyone wrong and earn her IFBB pro card.

    She decided to become certified in training and nutrition because she had so many people asking her for help after she started competing. She puts a lot of effort into each plan and individualizes it for each person’s circumstances.

    As a client of Celeste’s, Michelle has felt like she had someone who truly cared about her well-being and relationship with food. She discovered macros and has really learned more about nutrition and what foods work well with her body, which has taught her to love the food she eats.

    Michelle is a great role model for all of us! Don’t miss her interview!


    Topics covered include:
    -setting an example for fitness at any age
    -proving people wrong
    -focusing on health
    -working as a nurse and seeing the lack of health people experience
    -becoming certified in training and nutrition
    -working with Celeste
    -having a coach who believes in you
    -being a Master’s athlete
    -competing in figure
    -helping others experience what she’s experienced
    -staying true to yourself

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html
    CONNECT WITH MICHELLE:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellejabramson_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [6:00] setting an example for other women her age
    [7:10] being told she wasn’t a good fit for NPC bikini
    [10:00] focusing on health
    [13:55] inspiration behind becoming a trainer
    [20:10] working with Celeste
    [26:01] having a coach who believes in you
    [30:10] being intentional about recovery
    [32:30] competing history and journey
    [39:00] future plans
    [40:30] training to change her physique
    [45:00] how bodybuilding has affected her family

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    Fri, 19 Nov 2021 10:59:11 +0000
    NICCOLE GUGGIA

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Niccole Guggia, an AFPA certified holistic nutritionist who turned Pro in the 35+ division. Niccole began bodybuilding after she was already vegan. She was experiencing unexplained medical issues that doctors were unable to solve. In 2017, she decided to try a a plant-based diet for 30 day. After only two weeks, the majority of her symptoms were gone. She fell into bodybuilding after lifting weights with her husband and falling in love with the sport. She did her first show in October of 2018 and immediately knew she wanted to keep going. She won her pro card in her first national show and won the 2021 Nashville Fit Show Pro Masters division.

    She decided to take an 18 month improvement season to build muscle before her first national show. This taught her a lot about her body and different aspects of bodybuilding. When she was two weeks into her next prep, COVID hit and derailed her plans. Despite all of the chaos, she decided to push through and let go of things she couldn’t control.

    Niccole tells us how she considers “offseason” her “on season” because that’s when the real work of improvement happens. She also speaks to her experience as a vegan bodybuilder and proving that it’s possible to build muscle without animal protein. She chose to be vegan for health reasons and wouldn’t sacrifice her health for an incremental amount of gains that she could possibly gain from animal protein. She shares her favorite sources of vegan protein and how she uses them in her diet.

    We get into how Niccole became as AFPA certified holistic nutritionist and that she and her husband grow strawberries. Niccole has such an interesting story. You don’t want to miss this episode!

    Topics covered include:

    -Being a vegan athlete

    -Healing her body with food

    -When to take improvement seasons

    -Growing mentally and physically

    -Making the most of improvement season

    -Being a Masters athlete

    -Good sources of vegan protein

    -Becoming an AFPA certified holistic nutritionist

    -Being a strawberry farmer

    -Opening a private gym during COVID

    -Growing a business

    -How her children view bodybuilding

    -Having an identity outside of being a mom

    -Mindset and setting boundaries

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH NICCOLE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niccolegonevegan_ifbbpro/

    19, 70

    TIME STAMPS

    [1:00] introductions

    [5:03] becoming vegan

    [8:10] starting bodybuilding

    [13:25] how preps can vary

    [18:30] on season, not off season

    [21:50] building muscle as a vegan

    [24:55] sources of vegan protein

    [32:00] being a AFPA certified holistic nutritionist

    [35:00] farming strawberries

    [41:00] growing their business and taking risks

    [47:30] having a husband who is an IFBB pro

    [53:50] children’s views on bodybuilding

    [60:30] having an identity outside of being a mom

    [62:00] working on mindset and setting boundaries

    [67:01] what winning looks like

    [72:00] deciding to compete in Masters as a pro

    [78:45] differences in judging

    [91:00] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 12 Nov 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    HOLLY LARSON

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Holly Larsen, a 51-year-old mother who didn’t start competing until she was 48. She started her lifestyle coaching business when she experienced a layoff during COVID. Holly loves the lifestyle and journey to getting on stage but has had to work extra hard to overcome her discomfort being on stage. She found bodybuilding when she went to a women’s retreat and set the goal to get into the best shape of her life. Someone in her group suggested a bikini show and she ran with it! She thought she would be “one-and-done”, but she missed having a reason to train and eat well. That’s when she decided to start working with Team Elite Physique again.

    Holly and Celeste share stories about competing during COVID and the lengths promoters and the NPC and IFBB went to make the experience the best they could for competitors. Because there are no Pro Masters shows in Colorado where she lives, she decided to make her Pro debut at the Puerto Rico Pro, which was held in the Bahamas. She got section place at her Pro debut and was really happy because it gave her things to work on and room to grow.

    As a Master’s athlete, she doesn’t compete in the Open classes because she wants to win as a Master first. She hopes to still be competing into her fifties! She loves the lifestyle and how she can set a good example for her teenage children.

    Holly share so much about her story. Give the episode a listen!

    Topics covered include:
    -Learning to be comfortable on stage
    -Not taking too long on stage
    -Working with Team Elite Physique
    -Competing as a Master’s athlete
    -Setting an example for her children
    -Universal lessons learned from bodybuilding
    -Choosing nutrient dense foods
    -What the future holds
    -Being a lifestyle coach
    -Shifting your mindset
    -Learning through failure

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html
    CONNECT WITH HOLLY:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyfitatfifty_ifbbpro/
    Website: www.hollyisticnutrition.com

    check out her recent book, "You Might be a Bodybuilder If...": https://www.amazon.com/You-Might-Be-Bodybuilder-If/dp/B09JRTWQVC

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [2:45] discomfort on stage
    [3:30] posing differences after turning pro
    [6:00] starting in bodybuilding
    [10:15] competing during COVID
    [14:00] moving to the national stage
    [19:00] favorite travel destinations
    [23:15] competing as a Master
    [26:45] long term goals
    [30:00] working with a coach year round
    [31:55] taking time off
    [33:50] what changed when she started working with a coach
    [40:10] eating with a family
    [44:00] plans for the future
    [46:04] a day in the life
    [48:50] having her lifestyle coaching business
    [52:02] challenges people face to make changes
    [57:15] tools to stay focused
    [59:50] it’s okay to fail
    [62:19] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 05 Nov 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    CARLIE LANE

    ​Today, I speak with IFBB Pro and fellow Team Edge teammate Carlie Lane, who has a passion for fitness and decided to compete as a bucket list item back in 2016 and 2017. She won her pro card this year at Masters Nationals, her first national show, after taking nearly four years off from the sport. Carlie shares how she found herself inspired to try competing after a break up, although being the center of attention was something out of her comfort zone. She shares how she ultimately decided to work with Joe Discullo of Team Edge after some experience self coaching and dealing with post show struggles and rebounds.

    Carlie shares tips on habit stacking and how she feels that one should embody the lifestyle and habits of a competitor before diving into a competition prep for the first time. She discusses setbacks that led her to take a break from competing and how she took care of her emotional health, an aspect of her life she realized she needed to prioritize and improve. Carlie emphasizes the difficulty yet importance of taking ownership of her actions and thoughts to make positive change.

    Carlie talks about her experiences working with Team Edge and she learned that there can be a way to compete and prep without running her health into the ground. She shares what she has learned from her coach, Joe, with not only training but how macros and meal plans can be applied in different season of her journey.

    Listen to hear Carlie’s amazing journey of self discovery, reflection, and resilience, and to see what lessons she shares from her experiences along her journey!

    Topics Covered:
    -Finding competing after a breakup
    -Winning your prep day by day
    -Post show rebound struggles
    -Traveling post show
    -The secret to habit stacking
    -Emotional health and love
    -Effort with your investments
    -Staying natural & prioritizing health
    -Loyalty to Team Edge
    -Lessons from setbacks

    Time Stamps:
    [0:50] Celeste introduces Carlie.

    [2:00] Carlie shares if she has a pre stage ritual.

    [3:30] Celeste asks Carlie why she chose competing when she didn’t like being the center of attention.

    [7:50] Celeste asks Carlie if she had experienced a prep similar to the first one she had under Team Edge coaching.

    [9:30] Carlie shares if any part of Joe’s approach to her prep seemed scary, being a totally new strategy for her prep.

    [13:40] Celeste asks Carlie about her post show experiences this prep.

    [18:10] Celeste asks how the pro status has influenced Carlie’s execution on her commitments, if at all.

    [21:20] Carlie shares feelings about traveling after her show.

    [25:40] Celeste asks Carlie which important habits lifestyle clients should establish before deciding to compete.

    [28:10] Carlie talks about challenges or setbacks that took her away from bodybuilding in 2017.

    [31:30] Celeste asks Carlie to share how she got to an emotionally healthy place and found her love.

    [43:30] Celeste asks if Carlie’s upbringing in the south influenced her decision to stay a natural athlete.

    [45:45] Carlie walks listeners through her prep journey and how she keeps her health a priority.

    [49:30] Celeste asks Carlie what’s kept her with Team Edge over the years.

    [61:00] Celeste asks Carlie if she was surprised about her overall win.

    [68:15] Carlie talks about who she shared her backstage experience with.

    [71:30] Carlie shares what she has learned from any injuries or setbacks.

    [80:20] Carlie gives her best advice for novice competitors and for girls on their road to pro.


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    Fri, 29 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    200th Episode Special! Hearing from Listeners...Best Advice, Mistakes Made, & Lessons Learned

    This 200th Episode Special features YOUR insights!

    I asked the community about their best advice for new competitors, competitors on their road to pro, and what lessons they have learned from mistakes in their journey.

    We get to hear from amateurs and pros who submitted their response through my Instagram story and I am blown away by the amount of responses and amazing insights shared! I will be posting screenshots of the submissions on my Instagram stories today too so you can go and follow or attach faces to names as you listen to the advice :).

    You guys are so awesome and just knowing that we all have each other's backs in this community and want to see each other win is SO beautiful.

    If this podcast has made a positive impact in your life, it would be so amazing if you could please rate it on iTunes and even leave a review :).

    It means a lot to me that you guys are so engaged, listening every week, and willing to contribute. I feel blessed to do this and even more blessed by all the support. CHEERS TO 200 AND HERE'S TO HUNDREDS MORE!!!

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    Thu, 28 Oct 2021 01:05:28 +0000
    RACHAEL SAELER

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Rachael Saeler, registered nurse who lives in Colorado. She began competing in 2015 as a bucket list item but got hooked after her first show. She won her Pro card at USAs in July of 2021. With each show she grows more confident and experiences less nerves before stepping on the stage. She looks forward to competing on the Pro stage to experience the backstage vibes and make friends.

    Rachael talks about how she’s had to go past motivation and rely on discipline to get her through tough parts of prep. She asks herself, “What will skipping this workout do for me?” Or she will ask herself how she would feel after eating a sweet treat that wasn’t on her plan. She likes using macros during prep because of the flexibility it offers her.

    In 2019, Rachael decided to prep because she in her husband were in different states and she needed something to help her through that and school. That’s also when she decided to start working with her coach and take things more seriously. That’s also when she realized she could turn Pro with more focused work. Every day, Rachael does something that will move her closer to her goal.

    Rachael and Celeste talk about making gains in the improvement season and disconnecting from the number on the scale. Shifting focus to how your body is feeling and the strength you are gaining. She likes to take advantage of the improvement season to do fun trips with her husband that she can’t really do during prep.

    Rachael and I had a great conversation. I can’t wait for you to hear it!

    Topics covered include:

    -Moving to Colorado

    -Improvement season plans

    -Working as a nurse

    -Starting your day with a workout

    -Studying to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    -Working with a coach versus prepping herself

    -Goal setting

    -Taking rest days seriously

    -Gaining weight the right way

    -Living an active lifestyle

    -The comfort of routine during prep

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachael_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    [1:00] introductions

    [3:00] pre-stage nerves

    [4:45] moving to the Pro stage

    [7:30] working as a nurse

    [12:00] becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    [17:15] pushing through when things get tough

    [20:45] working with Paul Revelia and Team Pro Physique

    [23:30] her relationship with her husband

    [26:45] her road to Pro

    [28:40] being a strong competitor

    [29:50] intention setting and meeting goals

    [32:00] the importance of rest days

    [35:00] improvement season progress

    [44:00] doing fun things in the improvement season

    [49:40] from CrossFit to bodybuilding

    [53:45] moving cross-country during peak week

    [60:00] her husband supporting her goal of becoming Pro

    [64:27] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 22 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    ALLEX GRANGER

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Allex Granger, a family nurse practitioner who lives in North Carolina. She began competing in 2019 and won her Pro Card at NPC Universe in 2021. Allex shares her early struggles about gaining weight and then how her classmates treated her when she actually did gain weight. When she learned about tracking macros, it helped her understand that one day or one meal of overeating wouldn’t derail her progress. When she realized it wan’t all-or-nothing, she was able to find balance and comfort in her body. As a nurse practitioner, it’s also helped her realize many of her patients don’t understand the nutritional benefits of food. She’s learned to honor her hunger cues and cravings while still staying on track through counting macros.

    Allex shares how she has gained perspective of what she wants and doesn’t want for her body in every season. She speaks of the importance of shifting perspective to goals outside of her physique during improvement season. In working with her coaches, she tells the importance about giving detailed check-ins to be able to analyze the data to get the best results.

    Currently, Allex is dealing with fractures in her feet after two 65lb dumbbells fell on her feet! She has had to modify her training because of this but is keeping a good attitude. After winning her Pro card, Allex experienced serious post-show blues. She almost felt like she didn’t even deserve her Pro card because she was so stressed. She had to shift her focus to relieve some of her stress and was able to still make her Pro debut.

    Allex has such a great story. I can’t wait for your to hear it!

    Topics covered include:
    -Early struggles with weight gain
    -Counting macros as a tool to understand nutritional value of food
    -Shifting mindset to growing in an improvement season
    -Setting performance goals
    -Eating enough to build muscle
    -Online versus in-person coaching
    -Training with broken feet
    -The importance of mindset in reaching your goals
    -Finding the right level of conditioning
    -Struggling with Post-show blues
    -Knowing when to push through and when to pull back
    -Having a mom who was a bodybuilding Pro
    -Losing with grace

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allexnicole_ifbbpro/
    All links:

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] introductions
    [2:45] early struggles with weight gain
    [7:17] counting macros as a competitor
    [11:10] prep versus improvement season
    [16:45] changing stage weight from season to season
    [18:25] gains in the improvement season
    [21:30] working with coaches
    [24:00] online versus in-person training
    [26:20] training with stress fractures
    [31:20] working towards her Pro card
    [35:45] finding the right level of conditioning
    [37:19] Pro debut at Republic of Texas
    [42:21] Post-show blues
    [46:20] Shifting focus away from competing
    [51:00] having support
    [53:15] having a mom who is a bodybuilding pro
    [60:33] your relationship with your body
    [64:00] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 15 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    2021 Bikini Olympia Special

    Today's special episode commemorates all the women who have been on the podcast that are stepping on the Olympia stage today! I asked them to submit an audio answering 1 of 3 questions...You will be hearing those questions and some of the athlete's answers in this episode. Be sure to go back and listen to their individual episodes too! I am so happy for all these women living their dreams and inspiring us along the way to do so too.

    A link to each of their past episodes can be found at www.celestial.fit/podcast

    Tag us as you listen on IG @celestial_fit

    Enjoy!

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    Sat, 09 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    KATHY SEITZ

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Kathy Seitz, a lifetime athlete who is now a physician assistant where she works in surgery. She earned her pro car ant NPC Universe and works as an online lifestyle and posing coach. Kathy played Division III softball during college which always put exercise and competition in her forefront. Her sophomore year of college, she began to struggle with disorder eating and overexercising. After her coach approached her about it, she decided she needed to step away from softball to focus on her studies and having a healthy body. She fell in love with the weight room as she started to see how food fail her body to grow stronger.

    Kathy began to use counting macros to experiment with what foods fuel her body best. Counting macros gave her the freedom and structure to really learn how different foods affected her and how she could best eat for success, mentally, physically, and emotionally. She believes it is important to understand why your are feeling certain feelings, and what they can lead to. Bodybuilding isn’t the healthiest sport, so understanding different feelings can lead to peace throughout he process.

    Kathy shares what it’s like to work as a physicians assistant, specializing in surgery. She tells us about why she chose orthopedics and why the OR feels like home. She receives so much support from her co-workers. They have also become interested in bodybuilding as a sport and the prep lifestyle.

    Listen in as Kathy shares her incredible story of resilience and self-discovery!

    Topics covered include:

    -Believing you belong on stage

    -Life skills gained through sports

    -Struggles with disordered eating and overexercising

    -Finding bodybuilding

    -Learning not to fear food

    -Understanding the science behind bodybuilding

    -Taking care of yourself by asking questions

    -Setting short-term and long-term goals

    -Working as a physicians assistant

    -Managing work with bodybuilding

    -Being prepared for anything

    -Working with Paul Revelia

    -Early days of competing

    -Camaraderie in bodybuilding

    -Nailing your reverse and lifting heavy to grow

    -Working toward goals that aren’t physique related

    -Working towards the next big thing

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_prepping_pa/

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    TIME STAMPS

    [1:00] Introductions

    [4:05] playing college sports

    [6:15] falling into disordered eating

    [9:45] finding bodybuilding

    [15:45] transforming through bodybuilding

    [17:20] proper fueling through counting macros

    [19:45] understanding the process

    [26:15] healing through the gym

    [28:25] life as a physicians assistant

    [34:20] questions for a physicians assistant

    [37:12] growing confidence in her physique

    [38:50] deciding to work in orthopedics

    [44:10] time management

    [49:50] having the right mentality

    [51:00] working with Paul

    [54:45] first contest experience

    [59:59] growing confidence on stage

    [61:00] friendships made through bodybuilding

    [64:00] owning your look

    [65:30] bringing confidence to the stage

    [66:35] building in the off-season

    [70:00] lessons learned in the off-season

    [74:50] learning from failures

    [80:00] trusting yourself

    [81:00] changes after becoming a Pro

    [83:00] life improvements gained from competing

    [84:13] goals moving forward

    [90:00] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 08 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    JODIE SWEENEY

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Jodie Sweeney, an IFBB Bikini Pro who set her sights on earning her pro card during the quarantine after years of dedicating her life to CrossFit. Jodie starts off the episode discussing her background in CrossFit and admits that although she wasn’t ever “good” at the sport, she found herself drawn to the family feel and community aspect it brought. While she liked the overall training structure of CrossFit, Jodie feels she is able to push herself more in bodybuilding, as there is more of a demand for dedication and focus as there is only so much time an athlete has to be ready before show day.


    Jodie discusses how she found bodybuilding and how in the beginnings of her bodybuilding career she was able to train close to some of the well known gyms and prestigious shows in the area. She shares what it was like to train at JM Manion’s gym while only being in her rookie year of competing. Jodie notes that her husband was the one who had always motivated her to try bodybuilding as he saw the potential she had to be successful in the sport. Since most of her training to her pro card was during the quarantine, Jodie explains how she prepared for that and walks listeners through each show and the lessons that she learned leading up to her pro win.


    Getting more personal, Celeste asks Jodie more about her family and what life was like growing up. While acknowledging Jodie’s rough upbringing, Celeste also sheds light on the financial success Jodie has experienced on her own, and asks if she received any feelings of shame or guilt from her family about her success. Jodie openly discusses her family dynamic, what growing up was like and how that influenced her views on her future and the goals she set for herself. She also discusses the challenges that came along with the decision to live on her own at 19 and what she learned from those experiences.


    Jodie sheds light on the parallels between the discipline and growth required both from bodybuilding and her rough upbringing and shares how it’s made her into the woman she is today. The two women discuss how life’s challenges mold one into who the person they become and that there is so much more to someone and their story than what they share on social media.


    Next, Celeste asks more about Jodie’s experiences with her coach and training, asking what inspired Jodie to make a coaching switch and what changed in her routine when making that switch. After hearing Jodie’s story of life and bodybuilding, Celeste wraps up the episode by asking Jodie to share her best advice for novice competitors and for girls on their road to pro.


    Topics Covered:
    -Beginnings in CrossFit
    -Experience at JM Manion’s gym in a rookie season
    -Improved work ethic via bodybuilding
    -Guilt from family around financial success
    -The affect a rough upbringing has on Jodie’s approach to relationships
    -Living alone at 19 years old
    -Inspiration behind a coaching switch
    -Current approach to prep & improvement seasons


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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
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    CONNECT WITH JODIE:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jomarswe/?utm_medium=copy_link
    All links: https://linktr.ee/Jomarswe


    Time Stamps:
    [0:45] Celeste introduces Jodie.

    [1:40] Jodie shares her pre stage ritual.

    [5:50] Celeste asks Jodie about her background in CrossFit.

    [9:15] Celeste asks if Jodie pushed herself more in bodybuilding or CrossFit.

    [11:20] Jodie shares how she found bodybuilding.

    [15:35] Jodie talks about how she learned posing.

    [17:55] Celeste asks Jodie how it felt being at JM Manion’s gym while still being a rookie.

    [26:30] Celeste has Jodie walk us through her 2020 season & share lessons from each show.

    [33:20] Jodie shares how it felt to turn pro and her current goals.
    [40:10] Celeste asks if Jodie feels bodybuilding has improved her work ethic in her corporate job.

    [46:40] Jodie shares if she felt guilt or shame when she started making her own money.

    [49:10] Celeste asks Jodie how her rough upbringing influenced how she saw her future.

    [53:10] Jodie discusses how not being close with family has affected her friendships & relationships.

    [55:40] Celeste asks about the benefits & challenges Jodie’s experienced since being on her own at 19.

    [64:30] Jodie talks about what inspired her coaching switch & what changed in her routine.

    [73:20] Jodie shares her approach to her diet during her prep and improvement seasons.
    [76:40] Celeste asks Jodie’s best advice for novice competitors and girls on their road to pro.

    [85:45] Jodie shares where listeners can find & connect with her further.




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    Fri, 01 Oct 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    CAROLINA ARAUJO

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Carolina Araujo, an IFBB Bikini Pro who has been competing since 2015, obtained her degree in psychology, and helps women love their bodies through weights and balanced nutrition. Carolina is also the cohost of the podcast The Center Stage. Celeste starts off by asking Carolina her pre stage ritual then transitions into asking Carolina about her background in psychology. Carolina shares what inspired her to pursue her degree in psychology and how her childhood and growing up in Brazil influenced said interest. She talks about how her studies led her to find a passion in developmental psychology to be able to better understand and help people.


    Carolina discusses the cultural differences between Brazil and New York in terms of the emphasis and value that was put on body image. Carolina mentions how her views shifted as she became aware of the cultural differences and how she handled those mindset shifts. Carolina talks about what inspired her to come to the US after having grown up in Brazil, and how having dual citizenship gave her the opportunity to pursue higher education in the US, something that is highly valued in Brazil.


    After learning more about Carolina’s background, Celeste asks how she got into competing. Carolina shares how she got into weight lifting because of past injuries & for preventative measures, then realized she found a love for training. Research led her to find the sport of bodybuilding and she was inspired to try competing after learning about Amanda Latona. Celeste asks Carolina to share more about her first prep and how her approach and strategies have changed over time.


    Next, Celeste and Carolina discuss the habits that Carolina practices both in prep and the off season that set her up for success. Carolina talks about the importance of consistency yet allowing more flexibility in the off season. Also, she talks about supplementation. She notes that while supplementation has its time and place, girls should focus on the other important elements like sleep, hydration, nutrition, bloodwork, cortisol management etc. to ensure one’s internal health stays a priority even when competing is not the primary goal.


    Carolina and Celeste then talk about confidence, to which Carolina shares her definition of confidence and she shares how fitness has helped her foster that for both herself and her clients. She also talks about why she started her business and how she goes about teaching her clients healthy lifestyle habits to help reach their goals. After discussing programming protocols she takes with her clients, she shares her best advice for novice competitors and for the girls on their road to pro.

    Topics Covered:
    -Inspiration to study psychology
    -Being Brazilian growing up in New York
    -Inspiration to come to the US
    -Differences between East & West Coast Meccas
    -What inspired Carolina to compete
    -Lessons learned from Carolina’s first prep
    -Strategic time away from the stage
    -Habits for a successful prep and off season
    -Supplementation & cortisol management
    -Definition of confidence
    -Tips for new and national level competitors

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolaraujo_fitness/

    All Links: https://linktr.ee/carolaraujo_fitness


    Time Stamps:
    [1:00] Celeste introduces Carolina.
    [2:35] Carolina shares her pre stage ritual.
    [6:30] Carolina discusses what inspired her to study psychology.
    [11:15] Celeste asks Carolina if what she experienced in her teen years was due to developmental psychology.
    [17:00] Carolina shares what sports she played growing up.
    [18:40] Celeste asks Carolina what inspired her to come to the US.
    [21:00] Carolina talks about what inspired her to move from New York.
    [24:50] Celeste asks Carolina if shes adjusting to the California lifestyle.
    [26:50] Celeste asks Carolina about differences between the West & East Coast Mecca.
    [30:15] Carolina shares if she misses out on getting feedback on the east coast Mecca vs here on the west coast.
    [33:00] Carolina discusses what inspired her to compete.
    [37:20] Carolina talks about her first prep and how her approach has changed over time.
    [41:40] Celeste asks what led Carolina to take such strategic time off.
    [46:55] Celeste asks Carolina if she felt she brought the changes necessary after taking an extended time off.
    [49:30] Carolina shares how she coped with this last season while falling short of her expectations.
    [63:50] Celeste asks Carolina about habits she practices both in prep and improvement season that fuel her success.
    [69:00] Carolina shares tips to manage cortisol and internal health both in prep and improvement season.
    [80:55] Celeste asks Carolina what confidence means to her, the role fitness has had in her self confidence & for her clients.
    [89:15] Celeste asks Carolina why she started her business.
    [96:00] Carolina shares her best advice for novice competitors & for girls on their road to pro.
    [99:30] Carolina shares where listeners can find & connect with her further.

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    Fri, 24 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    KIMBERLY GIER

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Kimberly Gier, a registered nurse, trainer, and baker! She fell in love with competing after her husband convinced her to give it a try and turned pro after 14 shows! At her first Pro show, she had to compete on a severely sprained ankle. Despite her injury she made the decision to push through and worked with her doctor to make a plan to still train and compete.


    Kimberly talks about how the last 18 months have been a whirlwind for her with moving, getting married, switching coaches, having a revision of her breast augmentations, getting a new job, starting her own business, her husband having an accident, all while she was competing to turn Pro. Because she switched coaches right before getting married, she followed her intuition with food on her wedding day and her mini honeymoon. Kimberly firmly believes in appreciating big moments in life because there will always be another show but not another wedding day.


    All throughout her competitive career, Kimberly has prioritized her relationship with her husband. Even through preps, she has managed to still go on date nights and do different activities with her husband. He doesn’t compete but is very involved with fitness. Competing has helped Kimberly find self-confidence and love herself for the first time. Overtime, her reasons for competing have changed, especially after switching coaches. She credits her coach, Casey, with helloing her shift her mindset.


    Kimberly shares so much about having a positive mindset and balancing life with competing. Don’t miss her interview!

    Topics covered include:
    -you versus you
    -learning to lose
    -having the Pro mindset
    -prepping and competing with an injury
    -dealing with big life events
    -Having clear priorities and boundaries
    -Prioritizing relationships
    -Loving herself for the first time
    -Becoming self-aware
    -Competing as a creative outlet
    -Transitioning careers
    -Setting goals

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
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    CONNECT WITH KIMBERLY:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlygier_ifbbpro/
    Baking business: https://www.instagram.com/kgssweettreats/

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] Introductions
    [4:25] Competing as pro
    [7:00] Learning to lose
    [9:20] The road to her first pro show
    [15:30] Prepping and competing with a sprained ankle
    [22:50] Dealing with big life events and her husband’s accident
    [30:40] Getting married while prepping
    [36:40] Prioritizing relationships
    [42:50] How she got into competing and finding confidence
    [47:40] Working on self-awareness
    [56:40] Why she chooses to compete
    [62:01] Competing as a creative outlet
    [68:50] Working as a trainer
    [75:00] Advice for competitors

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    Fri, 17 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    ARIEL BARLEY

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Ariel Barley, who earned her Pro Card less than a year after she started competing. She just made her Pro debut and placed 3rd. Then she won her second Pro show and qualified for the Olympia! Ariel talks about the team environment backstage at Pro shows and how she tried to focus on being in a good mood and making connections with other competitors. She likes to go into shows with expectations to help her motivation, but she doesn’t attach her emotions to meeting those expectations. Since bodybuilding is a judged sport, she feels it can be damaging to place too much emphasis on placings.

    After prepping herself for her first show, she decided to start working with a coach to help relieve the stress of having to make all the choices for her own prep. Ariel says her ultimate goal is to make it to the Olympia stage. Ariel talks about having mental fortitude as a competitor and how the mid can influence the body. She works hard to embrace all parts of bodybuilding, knowing that the discomfort will bring results.

    Focusing on her mindset and mental health has impacted her not only as a competitor, but also in her daily life. It allows her to take a step back and not jump to conclusions. It also allows her to deal with the stress of other people’s expectations in a health way.

    Ariel shares how important mindset work is and shares so any great tips for competitors to use. Don’t miss this episode!
    ​

    Topics covered include:
    -competing as a new Pro
    -expectations going into Pro debut
    -transitioning to working with a coach
    -setting goals as a Pro
    -facing different challenges of competing
    -normalizing bodies during improvement season
    -mindset work
    -loving to read
    -doing your best if you’re going to do something
    -dealing with pressure
    -handling feedback
    -analyzing things on a deeper level

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ariel.barley/

    All links: https://msha.ke/arielbarley/#about

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] Introductions
    [2:25] Competing Pro versus Amateur
    [6:00] Going into shows with expectations
    [7:55] Deciding to compete
    [10:33] Working with a coach
    [12:15] Goals as a Pro
    [14:15] Facing different challenges of competing
    [16:10] Embracing different parts of the process
    [18:10] The importance of not “hiding” during an improvement season
    [20:00] Daily work on mindset
    [27:00] Using her competitive spirit
    [29:30] Dealing with pressure
    [34:30] Putting in the work to support your beliefs
    [39:45] How bodybuilding can be life-changing
    [43:07] Advice for competitors

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    Fri, 10 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    DANIELA BURROLA REYES

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Daniela Burrola Reyes, who works as a registered nurse, She competed first NPC show in 2018. She earned earned her Pro Card after taking a break in 2020 and started her own resistance band company called Strong Pompis. She seeks to inspire people through her competitive journey as a shorter competitor (she’s only 4’11”!) She finds discipline and strength through bodybuilding.

    Daniela thought it would take her a long time to turn pro because she heard so many other competitors say it took them multiple national shows to earn their pro card. Once she stepped on stage with the belief that she could turn pro, she did at her second national show. Daniela talks about the important lessons she learned that helped her turn pro so quickly.

    She talks about not telling anyone she was going to compete at her second national show because she didn’t want to hear everyone’s opinion about her decision to compete. Daniela experienced much less stress not having to deal with naysayers.

    Daniela shares her experience with feeling like she need to eat everything post-show and how her honesty with her coach helped her over come that feeling. She used her knowledge as a nurse to know the changes she was experiencing were detrimental to her body, which gave her the motivation to get back on track. She regularly checks her labs to make sure she is staying healthy.

    In our interview, Daniela offers excellent advice for competitors. DO NOT miss what she has to say!

    Topics covered include:

    -Starting her own business

    -Honoring her Mexican heritage

    -The benefits of using ankle weights and resistance bands

    -The importance of diet in making gains

    -Having the belief she could turn pro

    -Learning from her mistakes

    -Struggling with food post-show

    -How being a nurse informs her choices as a competitor

    -Working with Team Atlas

    -The importance of posing

    -Dealing with pressure

    -Life as a nurse

    -Cosmetic procedures

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dannie_br/

    Strong Pompis IG: https://www.instagram.com/strongpompis/

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] Introductions
    [2:25] Starting her own business
    [3:03] pre-stage ritual
    [5:10] benefits of using resistance bands and ankle weights
    [7:15] missing the compound movements
    [9:54] what contributed to her gains
    [11:20] favorite exercises
    [12:45] belief in becoming a pro
    [20:30] dealing with food post-show
    [29:30] handling cravings with support
    [31:20] how being a nurse informs her choices as a competitor
    [34:50] working with Team Atlas
    [40:20] the importance of posing
    [41:10] dealing with pressure
    [44:20] prep compared to everyday life
    [46:50] life as a nurse
    [50:00] cosmetic procedures
    [57:50] competitors getting cosmetic procedures
    [63:50] things to consider before getting a cosmetic procedure
    [70:30] the best way to use sunscreen
    [73:25] advice for competitors

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    Fri, 03 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    JENNIFER ARESCO

    In this episode Celeste speaks with Jennifer Aresco, an IFBB Pro who starting competing in 2015, winning her pro card at USA Championships in 2020 after 11 regional and 7 national shows. Celeste and Jennifer talk about Jenn’s journey throughout her 18 shows leading up to her pro card win, discussing what changes were made during both preps and off seasons that led to Jenn’s success. Jenn talks about how her stage confidence grew with her experience which grew most after finding her current coach, Shane Heugly.

    Jennifer opens up and shares her struggles with anxiety and how she realized one of her medications caused her to gain and hold onto 20lbs, despite the efforts she was putting into her diet and training to get ready for stage. She talks about how she manages her anxiety now given that she prefers not to use traditional medicine as a means to help mitigate her symptoms. Jenn also highlights challenges outside of her mental health battles she had to overcome to prove to herself she was capable of competing.

    Jennifer mentions her experience at nationals in Orlando and how she felt that show was her “alley oop,” or her time to succeed. She highlights how one can be both a competitor and a work in progress when it comes to mental health and identity, and how working with a therapist helped her through that. Jenn also dealt with adversity in a relationship when her boyfriend at the time wanted her to take a year off of competing, which led Jenn to realize she should never let her passions take a back seat because of the opinions of others.

    Celeste mentions the importance that bodybuilding has in teaching competitors patience instead of instant gratification, leading her to ask Jenn to elaborate on her lengthy journey to becoming a pro. Jenn shares how she feels bodybuilding has changed over the years in regards to the science behind prepping and all that she personally has learned throughout her preps. Celeste asks about Jenn’s pro debut experience and her future competition plans, allowing Jenn to share the strategies and approach her and her coach have taken to get her ready to compete at the pro level. Finishing off the episode Jenn shares her best advice for first time competitors and girls on their road to pro.

    Topics Covered:
    -Struggles with anxiety, medication & alternative treatments
    -Challenges Jenn overcame to compete
    -Financials in competing
    -Finding her “alley oop” in Orlando
    -Breaking away from “society’s timeline”
    -Benefits of a long journey to pro

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennnygirll/


    Time Stamps:
    [0:45] Celeste introduces Jennifer.

    [1:20] Celeste asks Jennifer her pre stage ritual.

    [3:50] Jennifer shares whats changed in her approach to off season and prep over the years.

    [11:45] Celeste asks Jennifer how she now manages her anxiety.

    [17:00] Jennifer breaks down a day in the life both in prep and improvement season.

    [19:20] Celeste asks Jennifer to discuss some challenges she overcame to be able to compete.

    [30:50] Celeste asks Jennifer when she knew she wanted to become a pro.

    [36:02] Jennifer shares how she was financially able to compete.

    [40:50] Celeste asks Jennifer what changed between shows that helped Jennifer know when it was “her time.”

    [46:00] Jennifer shares how she dealt with being told not to compete for a year.

    [58:40] Celeste asks Jennifer what she feels are the benefits of not having a fast journey to pro status during her bodybuilding career.

    [65:30] Celeste asks Jennifer to share her experiences at her pro debut.

    [68:20] Jennifer shares her next competition plans.

    [70:10] Jennifer talks about what she did between USAs and her pro debut to prepare.

    [74:00] Celeste has Jennifer share some of the details her and her coach honed in on to bring her best to stage.

    [82:20] Jennifer shares her best advice for novice competitors and for girls on their road to pro.

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    Fri, 27 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    KIKI MCCLELLAN

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Kiki McClellan, coach for Team Boss Bodies. She earned her Pro card at NPC Nationals in 2020 after a long pandemic prep! Prior to bodybuilding, she was a competitive cheerleader and dancer. She credits this past experience with her comfort on stage. Kiki talks about how she utilizes her education in her coaching career to help women bring their best to the stage. Her first experience with a coach really opened her eyes to what NOT to do during a prep. Through her 2020 prep, Kiki found the confidence and belief in herself that she could turn Pro. She was reluctant to broadcast her goals because she was afraid of what people would think if she failed. She believes the isolation she experienced in 2020 allowed her to put her head down and grind to reach her goal. Once she decided to make the jump to the National circuit, Kiki didn’t want to leave anything to chance or have any thoughts of “what if” during her prep. Kiki tells us how her goals have changed over time and how her path has taken her to places she never expected!

    Kiki has so much knowledge to share! Her insights into meal plans and macros are epic! You don’t want to miss this conversation!

    Topics covered include:

    • Competitive cheerleading and dancing
    • What lead her to bodybuilding
    • Her experience finding a coach through a Google search
    • Physical and mental growth on her way to turning Pro
    • 2020 providing a mindset shift
    • What it takes to gain muscle
    • Working in “treat” foods during prep
    • Centering flexibility for longevity
    • “Normalizing” foods you crave
    • Making personal connections with her clients
    • Transformation versus Transactional coaching
    • What to consider before competing at the National level
    • Staying positive regardless of placing
    • Shifting between coaching and competing
    • The importance of knowing your “Why”

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kikerslaugh_ifbbpro/

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    TIME STAMPS

    [1:00] Introductions

    [2:25] Pre-show routine

    [3:35] Experience as a competitive cheerleader and dancer

    [4:36] Her path to bodybuilding

    [8:30] Looking for a coach on Google

    [12:13] The road to Pro

    [14:30] The importance of recognizing the progress you’ve made

    [16:10] Taking long offseason to make gains

    [18:12] Using the macro approach in conjunction with meal plans

    [22:50] Finding a middle ground between macros and meal plans

    [25:30] Working in more macros around leg day

    [27:00] Prioritizing flexibility for longevity

    [30:00] Her approach as a Team Boss Bodies coach

    [32:54] Carrying lessons she learned through her past careers into coaching

    [34:55] Creating your own success

    [37:10] Top 10 National placing guarantee of Boss Bodies

    [40:00] Respecting the process

    [43:20] The stress of the National circuit versus a rookie Pro season

    [45:45] Current plans during her off season

    [47:32] Shifting between coaching and competing

    [51:00] Business lessons she learned through experience

    [53:40] Looking back on her past experiences and branching out

    [57:00] Advice for competitors

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    Fri, 20 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    NATASHA PEAY

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Natasha Peay, who turned pro at NPC Universe in November of 2020. Her passion for fitness has sparked her and her husband to give back to the fitness community. She grew up in Hawaii and struggled with emotional eating. Once moving to California for college, she was able to overcome her poor relationship with food once she had easy access to a gym. When she discovered boxing, she found running and really came into her own as an athlete. She believes finding a form of exercise you truly enjoy is the key to long-term success.

    Because there is so much information out there, it can be hard for someone to know where to begin their fitness journey. That’s why Natasha and her husband have started a lifestyle coaching business to help people integrate fitness in their lives without going to extremes. Natasha talks about the structure that is required to compete with a young son and how he is invested in it, as well. He is her biggest fan! Even though bodybuilding can be a selfish sport, she doesn’t want him to feel like he is coming second to competing.

    Natasha speaks to how she competed in Wellness and Bikini in the same show and decided to stick with Bikini after winning the overall. After hearing judges’ feedback that she had great proportions for Bikini, it gave her great confidence to move to the National stage. As she talks about her plans competing in as a Pro, Natasha reveals her future plans of competing with her husband and they shows they want to choose. Listen in to hear an incredible story you won’t want to miss!

    “If I can do it, so can you.”

    Topics covered include:
    -Overcoming an unhealthy relationship with food
    -Discovering boxing
    -Working had to achieve big goals
    -Starting a lifestyle coaching business
    -Competing as a mom
    -Asking yourself “How bad do you want it?”
    -Competing in Wellness and Bikini
    -Struggles with body dysmorphia
    -Doing what works best for you
    -Having a husband who also competes
    -Mindset shift from competing as an amateur to Pro
    -The importance of having the right coach
    -Taking control of your life

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    CONNECT WITH NATASHA:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natasha_peay/
    Links:

    TIME STAMPS

    [1:00] Introductions

    [1:37] Pre-show routine

    [5:00] Overcoming emotional eating

    [7:00] Discovering boxing

    [11:10] Starting a lifestyle coaching business

    [14:12] Helping her mom change her lifestyle

    [16:05] Competing as a mom

    [26:25] Competing during tough personal times

    [29:18] Feeling deserving of turning Pro

    [31:00] Training during COVID

    [33:25] Trying out Wellness

    [40:40] Feelings of choosing Bikini over Wellness

    [44:35] Feedback after turning Pro

    [47:34] Having a husband who also competes

    [51:45] Raising her son with her current husband

    [55:15] Having fun prepping as a Pro

    [60:00] How this prep has been different

    [66:00] Finding the right coach

    [71:00] Advice for competitors wanting to turn pro

    [74:24] Being honest about your effort

    [78:50] Setting an example for her son

    [79:40] A word to mothers about competing

    [84:50] Social Media versus reality

    [93:45] Working an on-call job

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    Fri, 13 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    AMBERLYN MORGAN

    Today, I speak with IFBB Pro Amberlyn Morgan, who’s an ICU nurse and also offers online coaching. She started competing in 2015 and turned pro in 2020 at her 4th National show. We talk about how Amberlyn’s journey to turning Pro and how a decision to stop playing college soccer lead her to the bodybuilding. When she learned about counting macros, it totally changed her relationship to prep and she really started to thrive. Placing last in a show made her rethink her “why” and the reason she was competing. Amberlyn shares her experience as a nurse during COVID and how stressful it was for her. Over time, she has found her drive to continue competing by discovering self-belief in her ability to succeed as a bikini competitor. Meditation and mindset work allowed her to reach a new level of commitment to the sport.

    Amberlyn shares why it’s so important to experience our feeling instead of avoiding them in order to heal from traumatic experiences. With her busy schedule, Amberlyn talks about the importance of getting into a routine and using downtime efficiently. We cover so many topics throughout this conversation! Amberlyn has such a power story, you won’t want to miss it!

    Topics covered include:

    -The road to Pro

    -The importance of having a “Why” when deciding to prep

    -Working as a nurse

    -Self-sabotage and hard talks with you coach

    -Mindset in support of physical efforts

    -Having the right support

    -How harmful it can be to compare yourself to others

    -Finding things that bring you joy

    -Going through divorce

    -Overcoming childhood trauma

    -Setting big goals

    -How nursing enhances her coaching

    -IIFYM and hitting micronutrient goals

    -Simplicity is key!

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    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

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    CONNECT WITH AMBERLYN:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberlynpaige_ifbbpro/

    Links: https://linktr.ee/amberlynpaige17

    TIME STAMPS

    [1:00] Introductions

    [2:18] Pre-show routine

    [3:18] Journey to Pro

    [5:55] Refining her “Why”

    [10:10] Changing mindset

    [13:45] Having the right support

    [15:45] Finding purpose and joy

    [18:50] Going through divorce

    [24:45] Working as an ICU and trauma nurse

    [ 33:50] Experiencing trauma as a nurse

    [36:50] Advice for nurses

    [38:00] Shifting priorities

    [39:39] Growing up on a dairy farm and as a southern baptist

    [44:05] Going through childhood trauma

    [51:40] What the path to the Olympia may look like

    [58:30] Changing how you train

    [62:03] Coaching clients through putting on muscle

    [65:05] How nursing affects her coaching

    [67:30] Setting macro and micronutrient goals for clients and IIFYM

    [71:00] Why she preaches simplicity

    [74:00] Advice to competitors

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    Fri, 06 Aug 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    DR. MELANIE CYR

    In this episode Celeste speaks with Melanie Cyr, an IFBB Bikini Pro from Canada with a degree in family medicine, who has been practicing since 2017. Melanie found competing while looking for a challenge and her “one and done” mentality led her to finding a love for the sport and a desire to become a professional athlete.

    Celeste and Melanie dive into Melanie’s career as a physician and how she decided to get into bodybuilding while also trying to start her medical practice. Melanie shares what her schedule was like while in med school and how she realized she had fallen into some unhealthy habits due to the demands of the curriculum. She started following a meal plan and workout regimen as a means of being an example for her patients and ultimately found competing, thus finding a way to make both her work and school schedules harmonize. Celeste and Melanie talk about time management and the commitment and discipline that both med school and bodybuilding require.

    Melanie discusses her long “roller coaster competition season” in 2019, sharing if she ever experienced burnout. Celeste and Melanie then dive deeper into her experiences competing at the Ben Weider, her and her coach’s peaking process, and how she dealt with the weight of expectations from friends and family. Melanie walks listeners through her competing journey to her pro card and shares the feedback she’s working towards for her pro debut.

    The conversation shifts into training and Melanie shares how she gets the most out of her workouts and what she’s done to really transform her physique, given that she is not the most genetically gifted. Celeste asks Melanie to share what she feels are the biggest differences between competing in the US and Canada, and in drug tested shows vs non-drug tested shows.

    Melanie also talks about her career as a doctor and her views on the sport of bodybuilding from a physicians perspective. She also shares how she empathizes with her patients when they express they don’t have time to make healthy habit and lifestyle changes. Melanie shares what her patients have taught her over the years and how she has evolved as a physician to encourage and support her patients the best way possible.

    Finishing up the episode, Melanie shares strategies to have longevity in bodybuilding, and also gives her best advice for novice competitors and for the girls on their road to pro.

    Topics Covered:
    -What type of athletes should consider bodybuilding
    -Starting her practice while competing
    -Expectations from friends and family
    -Getting the most out of your workouts
    -Natural show experiences
    -Opinions on bodybuilding from a doctor
    -Habits that promote longevity in bodybuilding

    CONNECT WITH MELANIE:
    https://www.instagram.com/melly_cyr/
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    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/


    Time Stamps:
    [0:45] Celeste introduces Melanie.

    [1:30] Melanie shares her pre stage ritual.

    [3:00] Celeste asks Melanie how she’s handled defeat and criticism.

    [6:45] Melanie shares her beginnings in bodybuilding while also starting her medical practice.

    [9:30] Celeste asks Melanie if the mindset & discipline required in her studies helped her in bodybuilding.

    [11:20] Melanie shares her opinion on what type of people are and are not cut out for bodybuilding.

    [14:40] Melanie talks about her life in improvement season vs during prep.

    [17:05] Celeste asks Melanie if she ever felt burnt out during her long 2019 competition season.

    [20:25] Celeste asks Melanie how the peaking process & expectations from friends & family differed going into the Ben Weider show.

    [24:20] Celeste asks Melanie what differed going into the show where she won her pro card.

    [26:20] Melanie shares how she felt winning her pro card, given that she didn’t feel it was her best physique.

    [27:20] Melanie shares feedback she received after turning pro.

    [31:50] Celeste asks Melanie what she’s doing to stay ready for her pro debut, despite ongoing show cancelations.

    [35:00] Melanie discusses how she gets the most out of her workouts.

    [38:30] Celeste asks Melanie how she knows shes not genetically gifted for the sport and what she’s done to morph her physique for success.

    [42:30] Melanie shares experiences competing in Canada vs the US.

    [49:00] Celeste asks Melanie about the drug testing process at the natural shows.

    [50:35] Celeste asks Melanie how she balanced her schedule to compete while also building her career.

    [55:55] Melanie shares how she maintains empathy when patients tell her they don’t have time for their health.

    [59:20] Celeste asks Melanie her opinion on bodybuilding as a doctor.

    [65:35] Melanie talks about what she does that she feels are beneficial to have longevity in the sport.

    [70:10] Melanie gives her best advice for novice competitors and girls on their road to pro.

    [73:10] Melanie shares where listeners can find & connect with her further.


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    Fri, 30 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    ANNA GOLOVYRINA OMG BIKINIS

    For the final part of the series, Celeste interviews founder of OMG Bikinis and figure competitor, Anna Golovyrina. Anna talks about how, as a competitor herself, she can relate to the ups and downs other competitors have experienced during the pandemic and having shows cancelled. As her business has grown, she has found less and less time for herself to prep. She wants her customers to get great quality at an affordable price, because bodybuilding is such an expensive sport. OMG bikinis offers swimwear, posing suits, competition bikinis, and an affordable line of competition suits. Anna started making suits because of a bad experience with her first competition suit. Because of this she strives to be transparent with her customers about the suits they are buying. You won’t want to miss her story!

    Topics covered include:
    -Moving from Figure to Wellness
    -Quality level of different crystals
    -Shopping for the right suit
    -How different crystal combinations can affect the color of the suit
    -Why transparency is so important to her company
    -Life as a suit maker
    -Taking risks and trying new designs
    -The value of doing something you love
    -How the pandemic affected her business choices
    -The value of great customer service
    -Knowing the specifications of your league

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    Website: http://www.celestial.fit
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    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH ANNA:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omgcustombikinis/
    Website: https://omg-bikinis.com

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] Introductions
    [3:00] Finding time to prep as a business owner
    [6:15] Types of suits OMG Bikinis offers
    [9:45] Shopping for the right suit
    [12:55] Different crystal patterns
    [17:45] Why Anna started making suits
    [22:20] How her process has changed over time
    [27:00] Working on something you love
    [28:34] Taking risks with trends
    [30:00] The decision to start making swimsuits
    [31:33] Different fabric choice
    [33:20] The importance of pricing and customer service
    [35:15] Determining the best cut for each person’s shape
    [38:35] How to become a sponsored athlete
    [43:00] Wellness and figure suits
    [47:10] Difference between making a bikini and wellness top
    [48:00] Answering common questions
    [51:38] How to find Anna

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    Mon, 26 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    INGRID ROMERO

    For part 3 of the series, Celeste interviews a return guest, Ingrid Romero. She is the face behind Ingrid Romero Bikinis and Pose Like a Pro posing coaching. Ingrid talks about the bonus of being able to rent suits and make last minute changes if a suit doesn’t work for a competitor. With the amount of time competitors put into prep, Ingrid wants to help them realize the importance of getting a posing coach and consistently practicing their routines. Ingrid goes to great lengths to follow new trends in posing and suits to give her competitors an edge. Part of Ingrid’s philosophy is encouraging the joy in the process instead of the destination. Ingrid gives invaluable tips to everything from how to practice posting to choosing your stage look! Give this episode a listen and write down your favorite tips!

    Topics covered include:
    -Picking the right suit to create balance
    -Out-posing someone with a better physique for a better placing
    -Being open to learning and improving
    -Knowing which poses work for your body
    -The importance of keeping your core tight
    -Preparing for what can happen and being able to adjust
    -Competing with loose skin, tattoos, and stretch marks
    -The importance of mobility
    -How to foster confidence on stage

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ingridromero1/
    Website: https://ingridromerobikinis.com
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    TIME STAMPS
    [1:00] Introductions
    [5:45] Posing classes, even for seasoned competitors
    [10:00] Engaging the judges
    [11:00] Front poses
    [16:55] Transitions and back pose
    [21:30] Breath control and vacuuming
    [26:45] Back pose
    [34:00] Overdoing the hair flips
    [40:01] How to practice posing
    [46:15] Hiding stretch marks and loose skin
    [50:10] Being happy with doing your best
    [51:30] Hiring a posing coach
    [60:00] Over-posing backstage before a show
    [64:00] Making eye contact with the judges
    [69:01] Choosing suit and makeup
    [75:00] Explaining the process of ordering a suit
    [80:00] How your body changes from prep to prep
    [82:22] Colors that work on stage
    [85:01] What sets apart Ingrid’s suits from other suits

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    Sun, 25 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    KARAH JONES

    For part two of this series, Celeste interviews Karah Jones, CEO of Angel Competition Bikinis. They create custom fitness competition suits that make women feel confident on stage. ACB values ethical sourcing and labor, female empowerment, and making women feel confident. Karah has helped grow Angel Competition Bikinis into one of the largest providers of competition suits in the world. Karah talks about how her own stage experience spurred her to start making competition suits with her sister and mom after seeing a need for quality suits back in 2013. Through offering free consultations and design packages, Angel Competition Bikinis aims to give each competitor the perfect suit for their body!

    Topics covered include:
    -Why instilling confidence is the cornerstone of ACB
    -Running and growing a business with her family
    -Parallels between competing and being an entrepreneur
    -Developing community and staying authentic
    -The importance of ethical sourcing and labor, and sustainability
    -ACB Fashion Show
    -What sets Angel Competition Bikinis apart from other suit makers
    -What’s included in the free Angel Design package
    -Choosing the right suit through a free consultation
    -Becoming a sponsored athlete

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelcompetitionbikinis/
    Website: https://angelcompetitionbikinis.com

    TIME STAMPS
    [2:40] Introductions
    [3:35] Why confidence is so important
    [7:15] What contributed to the growth of the business
    [9:40] Transparency in the process
    [12:10] Ethical sourcing and labor
    [14:45] The process of creating suits
    [17:25] Future growth and projects
    [19:15] ACB Fashion Show
    [25:35] What sets ACB apart from other companies
    [27:25] Cuts and colors, Angel Design package
    [29:35] Adapting to trends
    [35:00] Mistakes competitors make
    [38:35] Determining the best suit cut for each shape
    [44:50] Popular looks
    [47:45] Differences between what Pros and Amateurs wear
    [50:00] Making it right for dissatisfied customers
    [53:30] Becoming a sponsored athlete

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    Sat, 24 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    ALEXA STIMP

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    In part one of our series, Celeste interviews Alexa Stimp, founder of The Shoe Fairy. She founded her company after her first show after she realized how hard it was to find a quality pair of show shoes. Alexa talks about how important community and quality are to her brand and how it sets The Shoe Fairy apart from the competition. She feels like her customers are a big Hype Girl Squad and help empower each other. Her ultimate goal is to become THE shoe of bodybuilding. Alexis talks about the lengths she’s gone to in order to solve problems found in other shoes. You won’t want to miss her story!

    We talk about:
    -What you can find at The Shoe Fairy
    -Selling confidence
    -Picking the right shoe
    -How shoes can affect your physique on stage
    -The myth of wide width show shoes
    -Finding the right fit
    -Staying relentless after delays
    -How branding correlates with psychology
    -Manifestation and goal setting
    -Investigating your feelings
    -Pursuing other passions in life

    Discount Code: Celeste

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    Website: https://shoefairyofficial.com
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    Time Stamps
    [1:00] Introduction
    [3:05] What girls think about when they think about The Shoe Fairy
    [5:39] Taking the Shoe Quiz
    [10:00] “extra” options for shoes
    [13:22] Product development
    [16:00] Launching new products in the Olympian line
    [18:25] Figuring out the manufacturing process
    [20:00] Branding and cohesive marketing
    [23:10] The step from competitor to entrepreneur
    [26:07] What keeps Alexa going
    [32:30] Personal development through difficult times
    [33:50] Staying compassionate and allowing yourself to feel
    [37:00] Transitioning away from her full-time job
    [40:45] Coordinating partnerships
    [45:15] Stress and freedom surrounding business
    [50:00] Being real on social media
    [55:05] Listener questions

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    Fri, 23 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    KRISTY IMSANDE

    On today’s episode, Celeste speaks with Kristy Imsande, a lifelong athlete who has a background in cheerleading, her bachelors degree in nutrition, and who is also a coach and athlete for FitBody Fusion. Kristy turned pro in 2020 and went on to get first call outs in only her second pro show.

    Kristy shares what helps put her in the zone before stepping on stage and explains what “being herself” on stage means to her. She explains how her background in cheer has had an influence on her stage presence and talks about the influence sports had while growing up as she had a difficult upbringing in a broken household, and talks about the relationship she has with her mom.

    Next, Kristy tells listeners how she found bodybuilding and shares her experiences with a bad reverse diet and what she’s learned in the process. She also explains the strategy she uses for herself and her clients when it comes to reversing, emphasizing the importance of a proper reverse and the affect it can have on an athletes future.

    Celeste and Kristy talk about her relationship with her husband. Celeste asks Jami about Kristy’s decision to change coaches and teams, what fueled that decision, and what made Kristy decide to become a FitBody Fusion coach herself.

    Celeste and Kristy talk about Kristy’s national show experiences, when she received some tough love coaching from Jami, and how she nailed her stage look. Kristy shares her experiences on the pro stage, what feedback she’s working toward in her current off season and also shares what goals she has for this upcoming season. Celeste wraps up the episode by having Kristy share her best advice for novice competitors and for girls on their road to pro.

    Topics Covered Include:

    -How a cheer background influenced stage presence
    -The impact sports had while growing up in a broken household
    -How Kristy found bodybuilding
    -Importance of a proper reverse diet
    -Implementing yoga
    -Bad coaching experiences & switching teams
    -Nailing her stage look
    -Tough love coaching

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristyimsande/
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    Time Stamps:

    [0:55] Celeste introduces Kristy.
    [1:45] Kristy shares her pre stage ritual.
    [3:10] Celeste asks Kristy if she feels her cheerleading background helped her showcase herself on stage.
    [4:45] Kristy shares how sports have influenced her growing up given her rough upbringing.
    [7:30] Celeste asks Kristy how she got into competing.
    [8:55] Celeste asks Kristy what shifted to make her want to turn pro.
    [10:30] Kristy shares what qualifies as a good reverse for herself and what she allows for her clients.
    [13:00] Celeste asks Kristy what happens from a physiological standpoint if one does not properly follow a reverse.
    [19:30] Celeste asks Kristy what she learned from her bad first reverse diet to set herself up for success going into this season.
    [22:45] Celeste asks Kristy if she’s ever experienced self doubt in bodybuilding.
    [25:50] Celeste asks Kristy how it felt to go from being top 3 on a national stage to transitioning into a honeymoon phase with her new husband.
    [30:31] Kristy shares if her husbands absence because of work brings her any emotional stress or pain.
    [32:00] Celeste asks Kristy if there are any changes to her routine she wishes she had implemented or started sooner.
    [36:05] Celeste asks Kristy about her bad past coaching experiences & the what drove her decision to switch to FitBody Fusion.
    [38:30] Kristy shares her decision to leave behind her own coaching business to become a FBF coach.
    [40:32] Kristy tells listeners what sets herself apart as a coach.
    [43:20] Kristy shares a time when Jami gave her tough love at Jr USAs.
    [46:10] Celeste asks Kristy about her stage look.
    [51:10] Celeste & Kristy talk about her first two pro shows and Celeste asks what changed to fuel her success.
    [54:40] Celeste asks Kristy if there’s any specific feedback she’s been working towards in her off season.
    [56:00] Kristy shares what she’s done differently to deliver on her feedback.
    [57:45] Kristy gives her best advice to novice competitors and for girls on their road to pro.
    [60:40] Kristy tells listeners where they can find and connect with her further.

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    Fri, 16 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    JOY SHEPPARD

    ​Today Celeste speaks with Joy Sheppard, a mother and nurse practitioner who started competed in 2014. She turned pro in 2018 at North Americans when she won the Overall.


    Joy talks about the feelings she has before stepping on stage and how gratitude plays into her whole prep. In speaking about her journey as a competitor, going through life struggles has really forced her to look at herself and make major changes. She recognizes the importance of really knowing why she wants to compete and playing the long game.


    In recounting the experience of her first show, Joy says that it was all a blur but remembers feeling how fun it was. Over the years, her definition of fitness has changed to include way more that just a physique. She now prioritizes mental health instead of tying her worth to how hard she works.


    After earning her pro card in 2018, she felt lost in her identity and decided to start therapy, which has been paramount to her current outlook on life. It helped her learn how to feel and understand her feelings, and now she doesn’t even recognize her old self.


    Joy talks about how she used to use the gym and shows as distractions from her pain and unhappiness.Taking inventory of her own life allowed her to make the changes she needed in her life. She can now make conscious choices on how she responds to things. Joy notices many people put too much stock in prep and don’t give enough effort to rest and time to grow.


    Joy’s ultimate goal is to make it to the Olympia stage! Because she knows herself better and repeats the sport, she feels more confident setting challenging goals!

    Topics Covered Include:
    -Overcoming hurdles to compete
    -Taking time off to improve
    -Why she competes
    -Separating her identity from the stage
    -The importance of mental health
    -The difference between an obsession and a healthy commitment
    -How Buddhism helped her parents change
    -Making mindful choices
    -Normalizing offseason bodies
    -Being ready for the National stage
    -Competing with tattoos

    You don’t want to miss this incredible interview! Joy’s story is so powerful!

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    Time Stamps
    [1:00] introduction
    [2:50] pre-show ritual
    [4:55] journey as a competitor
    [8:40] first prep and first show
    [11:59] committing to bodybuilding
    [15:40] prioritizing mental health and getting therapy
    [22:00] having a strong sense of self
    [25:20] having parents who are Buddhist and how they changed
    [31:22] how her parents’ change impacted her view of family
    [39:00] changes in training over the years
    [44:00] challenges of an offseason
    [50:20] shaking the victim mentality
    [53:00] Being ready for the national stage
    [64:00] Competing with tattoos
    [70:00] Advice for competitors

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    Fri, 09 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    STEPHANIE FOURNIER

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Stephanie Fournier, an IFBB Bikini Pro who started competing in 2017, turning pro at her 12th show. Stephanie is also a mother, trainer, and posing and prep coach.

    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Stephanie about her pre stage ritual, to which Stephanie shares how affirmations are her favorite go to practice. Next, Celeste asks Stephanie how she first got into fitness and Stephanie explains how she found competing “on a fluke” when deciding to sign up for boot camp classes to simply just get in shape. Stephanie shares that before signing up at this gym, she was a total stranger to the world of fitness and didn’t have any knowledge of weight training. Celeste then asks Stephanie what inspired her to take part in uplifting and inspiring other women both in fitness and with their lifestyles. Stephanie shares how her experiences through competing and encouragement from her coaches led her to take the leap into becoming a coach herself. Stephanie also shares how she feels that family should always comes first and how she adjusts her prep schedule accordingly.

    Stephanie walks listeners through her experiences at both regional and national shows, and what ultimately led her to achieve her pro card. She shares her beginnings with Kim Oddo and the feedback she received throughout her shows, yet notes that she turned pro under Shane Heugly’s guidance. After sharing the reasoning behind her coaching switch, Celeste breaks down Stephanie’s show and placing history, asking Stephanie what changes were made that led to her winning her pro card. Celeste also asks Stephanie what kept her motivated on her goal of turning pro, and with her response Stephanie also emphasizes the importance of knowing when to slow down and take a break from the stage. Stephanie talks about her time off and how her break from competing allowed her to enjoy time with her family without having a strict training or cardio schedule. Stephanie shares that there were many times she was just a “tired mom,” especially when she was closer to show and Celeste asks if she tried to hide those feelings from her children or if she let them see the affect prep had on her.

    From there, Celeste asks Stephanie how her training changes during prep versus in her improvement seasons and how she feels now that she is back in prep for her pro debut. Stephanie talks about her plans for competing at the pro level and expresses her indecision of whether or not she will compete in the both the open and masters categories. While on the subject of competing, Celeste asks Stephanie about her decision to compete with her bright blonde hair. Stephanie talks about the feedback she’s received from Sandy from her shows and shares that regardless of the comments or opinions of others, she feels most confident rocking her bold blonde hair. Next, Celeste asks Stephanie how she chooses which classes she competes in and how she budgets accordingly.

    Celeste acknowledges that Stephanie has a solid foundation of muscle and asks how she retains her muscle during a cut. Stephanie talks about the cardio methods she feels has helped her both build and retain muscle in her legs and which she prefers during prep. Celeste and Stephanie then transition into discussing Stephanie’s experiences working with a trainer. Stephanie shares how she and her trainer met, how the two of them worked together to execute Stephanie’s prep plan, and how she eventually became more independent and confident in her capabilities in the gym before becoming a trainer herself. Then, Stephanie shares how her coaching style is unique and how her approach differs from other trainers and coaches. After sharing her insights from a coaching perspective, Stephanie gives her best advice to for first time competitors and for the girls on their road to pro.

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    Time Stamps:

    [1:00] Celeste introduces Stephanie.

    [1:35] Stephanie shares her pre stage ritual.

    [2:15] Celeste asks Stephanie how she got into fitness.

    [3:40] Stephanie shares what she did before finding her boot camp classes.

    [5:20] Celeste asks Stephanie what inspired her to take part in uplifting and inspiring others.

    [8:00] Celeste asks Stephanie what advice she’d give other moms who think they don’t have time to compete.

    [11:00] Stephanie talks about the impacts, if any, her lifestyle changes had on her family.

    [15:20] Celeste asks Stephanie to walk us through her evolution as an athlete.

    [17:10] Celeste asks Stephanie what inspired her coaching switch.

    [19:55] Stephanie shares what kept her going to achieve her pro card.

    [23:45] Celeste asks Stephanie her opinion on showing her kids the toll prep took on her or if she tried to hide it and power through.

    [27:00] Celeste asks how Stephanie’s training during her preps and improvement seasons differ.

    [31:20] Celeste asks Stephanie about always competing with bright blonde hair.

    [33:15] Stephanie shares how she decides what classes to compete in and how she budgets for her shows.

    [35:55] Stephanie talks about strategies she’s used to retain her muscle.

    [41:00] Celeste asks Stephanie more about her experiences working with a trainer.

    [46:00] Stephanie shares how her coaching style is unique when working with her competitors

    [52:00] Stephanie gives her best advice for novice competitors and girls on their road to pro.

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    Fri, 02 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    HELEN FRITSCH

    Today Celeste interviews Helen Fritsch, a 63 year old dynamo who does it all and doesn’t let her age dictate her drive! Helen hosts a podcast called Age is Irrelevant where she talks with other athletes about their accomplishments at any age! As a former collegiate track and field athlete, Helen is a life-long competitor. She describes her unpredictable schedule working as a flight attendant and how she manages to stay on track even with all of the travel! With all of her accomplishments and her longevity, Helen believes that mindset is the key to keeping her fire lit. Believing in yourself is key!

    Surrounding yourself with like-minded people and coaches is how you stay consistent with performance and motivation. Helen talks about prepping through injury and sharing the journey with other age 50+ competitors. Enjoying the process on the way to the result is important for every aspect of life. Helen talks about coming at a crossroads with her cancer diagnosis and choosing to be a victor rather than a victim.

    Helen tells us about the challenges she faces in bodybuilding as an older athlete and how dedicated she is to maintaining her mental and physical health. She offers a great perspective on gaining wisdom with age and the effect it’s had on her athletic journey. Helen talk about her experiences coaching and what she commonly sees in her clients and the unique perspective she can provide other women over 40.

    Topics covered include:
    -Coming in third at first show at age 56
    -Surround yourself with like-minded people
    -How making excuses may mean you need to reevaluate your priorities
    -The importance of preparation and manifestation
    -Dealing with a cancer diagnosis
    -Looking back to set new goals for the future
    -What she sees as a coach
    -Redefining "old age"

    You don't want to miss this episode! Helen's story is inspirational and shows what anyone can do with determination and positivity!

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    Website:     https://www.ageisirrelevant.com
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    Time Stamps
    [01:00] Introductions
    [03:49] Inspiration for her competitive journey
    [09:15] How her life has changed once she turned pro
    [12:27] Life as a flight attendant
    [15:50] Competing as a masters figure competitor
    [18:12] Keeping your fire lit
    [20:00] Focusing on the process instead of the result
    [26:26] Dealing with a cancer diagnosis
    [29:10] Doctor’s opinion of her bodybuilding lifestyle
    [30:45] Self-care routine
    [34:20] Learning from the past
    [40:30] The importance of psychology
    [42:00] Challenges of an older athlete
    [47:04] Most important things to consider for women over 40
    [53:40] Lessons Helen has learned from her podcast guests
    [60:00] What Helen has learned about her body
    [67:08] Common misconceptions about older women
    [71:15] Future competition goals
    [71:13] Best advice for new and seasoned competitors

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    Fri, 25 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    SIERRA SWANN

    In this episode Celeste speaks with Sierra Swann, an IFBB Bikini Pro who works as a senior clinical research associate in clinical trials and as posing coach. Sierra talks about her experience being self-coached and her reasons for eventually deciding to hire a coach. Sierra is open about her challenges with an eating disorder and how that led her to take time to grow mentally as she was entering college. She explains how she found a passion for fitness, thus leading her to pursue a degree in kinesiology.

    Sierra acknowledges how competing can be a distraction from what’s going on in the outside world, and checking in with oneself during the process is crucial to staying true to who you are. She shares other important lessons learned while prepping through a hard season of life, in which she made the decision to leave both an engagement and a job. Sierra shares what she learned from sitting with her emotions and how she continues to apply those lessons to her daily routines.

    Sierra mentions how closures due to Covid led her to have a longer off season than expected yet she focused on training with intention every session in the gym. Celeste then asks Sierra more about how she plans on training with intent based on her feedback and the goals she’s set for herself for this season.

    Sierra shares how she plans out her meals and manages traveling with all her foods and how necessary it is to be able to adapt to different circumstances. With so many moving parts to her day between work, prep, and coaching, Sierra talks about the importance of planning and yet being flexible. The episode closes with Sierra sharing her top advice for new and seasoned competitors.

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    links: https://linktr.ee/Ifbbprosierraswann
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    Time Stamps:
    [0:45] Celeste introduces Sierra.
    [2:30] Celeste asks Sierra about her pre stage ritual.
    [4:50] Celeste asks Sierra to share her beginnings self coaching and ultimately what made her decide to hire a coach.
    [11:30] Sierra shares a hard time she was going through and how it taught her to stay in tune with herself while prepping.
    [16:05] Celeste asks Sierra how she knew it was time to move on from both her relationship and job.
    [19:50] Sierra discusses if her personal struggles affected her post show experience back in 2018.
    [24:20] Celeste asks Sierra how she broke out of the feeling of loneliness after her 2018 season.
    [28:30] Sierra talks about what she learned from sitting with her emotions and how she applies those lessons daily.
    [33:00] Celeste asks Sierra to open up about her past struggles with disordered eating.
    [47:50] Celeste asks Sierra what she was working towards during her year and a half off season.
    [54:00] Sierra talks about how she’s going to “train with intention” based off of the feedback she’s received.
    [59:15] Sierra answers why she’d love to compete on the Olympia stage one day.[62:10] Celeste asks Sierra how she balances a full time job, posing coaching, and prep.
    [69:40] Celeste asks Sierra how she creates time to compete while having a busy work and travel schedule.
    [72:25] Sierra talks about how she got into clinical research.
    [75:00] Sierra gives her best advice for aspiring competitors.
    [78:45] Sierra shares her best advice for girls on their road to pro.
    [83:10] Celeste asks Sierra where listeners can connect with her further.

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    Fri, 18 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    MARY ANN PARKS

    In today’s episode, Celeste interviews IFBB Pro Mary Ann on her road to becoming a professional athlete as well as the struggles she faced along the way. In this episode, Mary Ann opens up about her path to bodybuilding and how she has chosen to make a lifelong commitment to the sport. Celeste inquires about several noteworthy topics from: correctly executing on judges feedback, all things improvement season, and managing a healthy relationship during preps.

    The pair also discuss the various hardships and lessons that came out of the 2020 year amidst the COVID pandemic. Mary Ann shares insightful and invaluable advice as someone who has overcome numerous obstacles and has still risen to the top, earning her pro card in November 2020. She sheds light on the necessary changes she has made throughout her competing experiences that have shaped her into the athlete she is today.

    Mary Ann also opens up on her struggles once suffering from a tibial fracture during a ski trip, and ultimately how she overcame the challenge and bettered herself. This inspirational episode is packed with invaluable gems of wisdom and information for athletes of all levels!


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    Time Stamps:
    [0:44] Celeste introduces Mary Ann onto the show, highlighting her accomplishments
    [1:37] Pre-stage rituals!
    [3:38] Mary Ann talks about how she got started in bodybuilding
    [8:00] Celeste asks about the aspects of 2020 that allowed Mary Ann to grow before competing at the end of the year
    [9:30] Mary Ann talks about how her approach with her current coach
    [12:55] Celeste asks about feedback marine received and how she worked towards fulfilling it
    [15:07] Celeste inquires about the uncomfortable aspect of gaining weight in improvement season
    [17:52] Mary Ann talks about the importance of being uncomfortable to make progress
    [19:21] Mary Ann describes fulfilling her vision once she attained her pro card
    [20:57] Mary Ann talks about the various changes she made with her approach to her 2021 improvement season
    [29:10] Celeste asks how Mary Ann discovered that her previous diet was compromising her health and the changes she made
    [31:05] Mary Ann describes how she made her transition from vegan to vegetarian
    [33:05] Celeste and Mary Ann talk about dairy as a source of protein
    [38:08] Celeste inquires about the approach of reverse dieting into shows
    [41:11] Celeste asks if turning pro changed Mary Ann’s view of herself as an athlete
    [43:00] Mary Ann describes how fracturing her tibia presented a unique learning experience
    [47:03] Celeste inquires about how Marry Ann stayed positive during her injury
    [52:25] Mary Ann shares some of the ways she mentally helped herself heal in regards to her injury
    [59:08] Celeste inquires about how Mary Ann learned to maintain a healthy relationship with her boyfriend while in prep
    [1:09:21] Celeste talks about the importance of giving ourselves grace and freedom with food and restrictions
    [1:10:23] Mary Ann talks about her path to bodybuilding and fully taking on the lifestyle
    [1:16:56] Celeste asks Mary Ann to share advice for first time competitors and girls on the road to pro

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    Fri, 11 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    MORGAN SMITH

    In this week’s episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with IFBB Bikini Pro Morgan Smith. This 23 year old bombshell started competing in 2018 and turned pro at her second national show! She has a bachelor’s in political science with future dreams of attending law school. Her daily activities include coaching a successful traveling softball team and working in the painting business with her boyfriend.


    Celeste and Morgan kick off the episode by discussing Morgan’s road to become an IFBB Pro. Her passion for bodybuilding started during her college experience and needing to find a community after leaving softball. Morgan missed the team dynamic and the mental challenges of playing a rigorous sport. Morgan believes bodybuilding can be a team effort but enforces that it does rely on constituent individual challenges.


    Morgan states she is competitive to a fault. She emphasizes that she wants to place well, not just get on a stage. She states that 110% is the bare minimum in this sport, and there is always something a competitor can do to improve. Morgan tells listeners to focus on personal growth instead of comparison to avoid burn out. Celeste and Morgan advice fellow competitors to enjoy their time in the NPC by recognizing the friendships and opportunities made in the community.


    Morgan reflects on a moment she was told, “You cannot succeed in this sport.” Reflecting on her competitive nature, she was mentally ready to prove them wrong by hiring a coach and buying home equipment. Her mindset as an IFBB Pro is now focused on complete intention in the gym. Morgan states she did not want to use the pandemic as an excuse and feels empowered to consistently improve herself during the pandemic.


    Morgan explains her emotional process of turning Pro and the doubt she had prior to her win. She was one week out from the show that awarded her a pro card, and she believed she would not get a high ranking after being in 3rd callouts the week prior. She is now self-coaching while in search for her next team and online coach that puts focus on attention to detail.


    Celeste and Morgan go all in with talking about social media pressure, learning to step back, and finding the right people to surround yourself with. Celeste believes the pressure to show up on social media is often due to personal judgement, trying to make a name of themselves, and fear of failing their friends.


    Morgan wraps up the episode by giving her best advice to new competitors and women aspired to reach the IFBB league. Morgan’s genuine demeanor and words of wisdom create an episode you do not want to miss!


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    TIME STAMPS:
    [1:27] Morgan’s pre-stage ritual
    [3:14] Morgan discusses her emotional road to becoming an IFBB Pro.
    [5:53] Morgan talks about leaving her hometown, the college experience, and missing softball.
    [9:24] Celeste and Morgan discuss the initial push to compete.
    [12:02] Morgan reflects on her prep approach throughout the years.
    [19:01] All about mindset and staying motivated during the pandemic.
    [25:02] How Morgan changed her mindset as an IFBB Pro.
    [30:26] Morgan talks all about her waist training.
    [35:44] Morgan and Celeste talk about feedback from judges & the emotion of turning Pro.
    [52:20] Doubt and having a coach who believes in you.
    [1:01:18] Morgan explains why she left her previous coach.
    [1:05:25] How Morgan finds the right people to support her.
    [1:18:09] Morgan and Celeste talk about prioritizing health over constant competing.
    [1:29:12] Morgan talks about going to Law School, discipline, and balance.
    [1:38:22] Morgan gives her best advice to aspiring competitors and IFBB Pros.

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    Fri, 04 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    SHEY WEBB

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Shey Webb, an IFBB Bikini Pro who is also a certified nutritionist and trainer, mom to her baby boy, co-owner of her own meal prep café and is also in remission from Lupus.

    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Shey if she has a ritual she performs before hitting the stage, to which Shey shares the songs she uses to get herself into the right mentality to perform. Shey shares how her training schedule is based around her duties as a mom, mentioning how breast feeding has impacted her approach to nutrition during her current prep. Celeste mentions that Shey chose to start a contest prep shortly after giving birth and asks her to elaborate on her decision. Shey discusses the approach she’s taking this time around and while she does have her sights set on qualifying for the Olympia, she emphasizes how her priorities have shifted because of her new responsibilities as a mom. She also shares how she feels less pressure now as her mentality and focus has shifted as opposed to her previous preps.

    Shey talks about mental struggles she faced in the past and how before she knew she wasn’t mentally ready to be in a prep, despite her drive to “push through the pain” and follow through with her commitments. Celeste acknowledges Shey’s strength through the difficult times, then asks Shey about her mindset about competing upon receiving her Lupus diagnosis. Next, Celeste asks Shey what ultimately led her to find bodybuilding and Shey explains her beginnings, the inspiration she received from a friend, and how she ended up prepping herself for first show. She walks listeners through the process of that first prep and how that took her on the journey to becoming a nutritionist. Shey explains the relationship with her primary doctor and the process they took to adjust her diet to help manage her symptoms from Lupus. Shey was curious to become an advocate for her own health and used herself as a guinea pig while educating herself.

    After learning more about Shey’s background into bodybuilding and how she became a nutritionist, Celeste asks Shey to share more about her experiences with Lupus. Shey discusses how working with new doctors and taking new medications gave her a wide variety of side effects, and because of that Shey found herself dealing with depression and self isolation, as she didn’t want sympathy from people because of her condition. After Shey shares her mental battles during that time, Celeste asks Shey about the nutrition changes she made to her diet to help combat her symptoms. Shey also discusses how her relationship with food changed because of her varying symptoms and she shares how her struggles with binging led her to find a coach that helped her focus on her mental health and finding balance in her life. Then, Celeste asks Shey to talk her progression she made as an athlete once deciding to hire a coach. Shey shares her tumultuous experience with her first coach and how she realized they were giving her cookie cutter plans, and how she ultimately made the decision to take things into her own hands, turning herself pro, although deciding to continue check ins with her coach. After reminiscing on her first coach, Celeste asks Shey about her experiences working with Jami DeBernard.

    Next, Celeste transitions the conversation from competing to Shey’s bout with postpartum depression. Celeste asks Shey how she found the proper therapist for her and also has Shey share more about her daily gratitude practices. Afterwards, Shey opens up and discusses her struggles with comparison to other competitors because of her battles with Lupus.

    Moving on, Celeste asks Shey about her meal prep company and vision to help others. Shey talks about her husbands expertise as a trainer and how she saw the meal prep company as a way to help others and teach them how to fuel themselves properly. After hearing how Shey wants to help others reach their goals, Celeste asks Shey about her personal mission and goals in both competing and business. Shey again emphasizes her passion to prove that healthy food doesn’t have to be bland and boring, and Celeste has Shey share some of her favorite cooking tips and recipes. Finally, wrapping up the episode Shey gives her best advice to novice competitors and the girls on their road to pro.

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    Time Stamps:

    [0:45] Celeste introduces Shey.

    [1:30] Celeste asks Shey about her pre stage ritual.

    [3:20] Shey breaks down what a normal day looks like within her busy schedule.

    [5:00] Celeste asks how breast feeding has impacted Shey’s approach to nutrition while in prep.

    [7:00] Shey discusses how she decided to start prepping so soon after giving birth.

    [10:30] Celeste asks Shey how this prep has differed from past preps due to her new responsibilities as a mother.

    [14:40] Celeste asks Shey what was going on when she states she didn’t feel “mentally ready” to be in a prep.

    [16:55] Shey talks about what contributed to her mindset surrounding competing & her diagnosis with Lupus.

    [19:40] Celeste asks Shey how she approached getting ready for her first show.

    [20:45] Shey walks listeners through her path to becoming a nutritionist.

    [24:15] Shey talks about her experiences dealing with Lupus.

    [29:15] Celeste asks Shey if she noticed any changes in her symptoms due to the changes she had made in her nutrition.

    [31:15] Celeste asks Shey how her symptoms affected her relationship with food.

    [34:15] Shey discusses the differences in her progression as an athlete once she hired a coach.

    [41:20] Celeste asks Shey if her old coach celebrated her pro win & her feelings surrounding their reaction.

    [44:30] Celeste asks Shey about her experiences working Jami DeBernard & FitBody Fusion.

    [46:45] Celeste asks Shey to share how she found the best therapist to help her deal with her postpartum depression.

    [48:10] Shey shares what she’s grateful for & celebrates on a daily basis.

    [50:50] Celeste asks Shey if she’s ever found herself in comparison with other competitors experiences.

    [53:45] Shey talks about starting her meal prep company & her vision to help others.

    [57:00] Celeste asks Shey about her future goals.

    [60:15] Celeste asks Shey to share her favorite cooking tip or recipe.

    [64:10] Shey gives her best advice for novice competitors and for girls on their road to pro.

    [66:00] Shey shares where listeners can connect with her on social media.


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    Fri, 28 May 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    FRANCESCA LAUREN

    In this week’s episode, Celeste has the pleasure of speaking with IFBB Pro Francesca Lauren. This bikini bombshell and Olympian competitor is a mother of two who started competing in 2011 and made her pro debut in 2013. Her last show was in 2018 after making the decision to hang up her heels to focus on her family. She now works as a personal trainer and online coach based in Oregon while teleworking from home.


    To begin, Francesca explains the importance of body language in sports and how confidence is key when preforming on stage. She reflects on her decade-long journey in bodybuilding and how her friend inspired her to compete. Francesca enrolled in a bodybuilding show two weeks prior to the show date and her placement only fueled her fire to continue. Her first national show in 2012 crushed her confidence but was pushed to compete in another national show where she was awarded her pro card.
    Celeste asks Francesca her reasons for hanging up her heels. Francesca explains that she wants to expand her family with her loving husband. She does hunger for prep and a gym routine but is thankful that her body has time to recover and carry a child.
    Francesca explains the pressure of staying prep ready and being confident with more body fat. She states that having an online presence makes her feel constantly critiqued. Francesca likes to “get fluffy” after a show but this would often lead to comparison amongst other competitors. She had to reframe her mindset and be grateful for her accomplishments. She warns other competitors that prepping for a show shouldn’t feel like a chore and to step back if it no longer becomes a “passion project.”
    Celeste and Francesca discuss getting comfortable with being uncomfortable. Francesca states she was self-coached for four years and admits she would have went progressed faster if she had a coach. Francesca was constantly chasing the stage as an amateur and hungry for a top 5 placement, even if she wasn’t ready. She states that several micro-goals helped her maneuver to a bigger goal.
    Francesca discusses her daily home routine. She is currently homeschooling her children and trains clients in the afternoon. She is fortunate to be working from home to keep an eye on her children and take care of house chores.
    Celeste asks Francesca how she was able to find love after a long custody battle and during competition prep. She states competing is a selfish sport and how easy it is to forget about the needs of other people. Francesca admits that it was difficult in the beginning of her relationship with her husband. She states that her husband may not have liked it, but he understood her drive and they made a deal about settling down to start a family once she was ready.
    Finally, Francesca gives advice to new beginners in the sport and competitors trying for pro. She enforces lifestyle habits and being in a healthy mindset before starting prep. Francesca is an OG bikini competitor who continues to inspire and motivate the future generation of Pros. This is a listen you do not want to miss!

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    TIME STAMPS:
    [1:01] Francesca details her stage ritual.
    [4:25] Francesca discusses her decade experience in bodybuilding and the journey it took to become an IFBB Pro.
    [12:37] Francesca explains why she decided to hang up her heels.
    [17:34] Francesca talks about how the fitness industry/social media has affected her self-confidence, when to step back, and how to get comfortable with being uncomfortable.
    [ 34:49] Celeste and Francesca discuss the addiction of chasing the pro card
    [41:15 ] Getting back into a healthy fitness routine
    [47:14 ] Francesca details her daily routine
    [50:20 ] Discusses having a relationship during competition
    [57:11] Francesca’s final thoughts about being an IFBB Pro
    [58:43] Francesca gives her advice on amateur competitors.



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    Fri, 21 May 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    JESS JOHNSON

    Today, Celeste chats with Jessica Johnson, an Australian Pro who is also an online and in-person fitness, nutrition, and posing coach. She begins talking about how before she steps on the stage, she takes a deep breath and reminds herself she put in all the work and she deserves to be there.


    In university, Jess studied psychology and takes mindfulness into everything she does. Jess talks about her previous experience in the Air Force and that is still a Reservist. She explains how living the Air Force life made it difficult to settle into a routine and train.


    Before Jess joined the IFBB league, Jess was a Pro in two natural federations. After she competed in the Natural equivalent of the Olympia, she returned to Australia and decided to switch to IFBB for more opportunities.


    When Jess was competing in the natural federations, she was told to compete in Figure because she was too muscular for bikini. She was glad she did figure but her heart was in bikini. It taught her how to be a chameleon, to change her posing to change her body.


    When she does virtual posing classes, she uses different camera angles so she can see what they are doing, there are advantages and disadvantages to virtual posing. She loves the challenge of catering to different learning styles.


    Jess talks about placing third at her first pro show only and hour after she earned her pro card! It gave her the confidence to push forward and improve as a pro. In the whole country of Australia, there are only three Pro Cards given in a year.


    Jess speaks to her struggles with IBS and how it affects her preps. Because of this, she is very sensitive to carbs. She and her coach have open discussions about when the plan needs to change and when it needs to be followed. Communication is key to coaching. She always talks with a potential client on the phone before committing to coaching them.


    Jess explains the effect doing 12 back-to-back shows had on her and how mindfulness was the key to pulling herself out of a restrict/binge cycle. Moving into an improvement season, Jess likes to stay consistent but with less structure to help herself not fixate on the food. When in prep, she likes to do longer preps to allow for diet breaks to help her metabolism stay healthy.


    In her youth, Jess used to get called harsh names making fun of her thin figure, she never thought she would be know for her glutes! Jess talks about the techniques she used to grow her glutes and offers some things to avoid. It’s not always about adding more weight. Work smarter not harder!


    Jess leaves us with advice for new competitors to find a good coach and work with them to put on muscle before prepping. For competitors on the road to pro, Jess says to be consistent and persistent. If you want to be a pro you have to act like a pro. Just don’t give up!


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    Time Stamps:
    [1:00] Introduction
    [2:01] Importance of mindfulness
    [3:25] Jess talks about her time in the Air Force
    [7:40] Difference between the Australian and American bodybuilding leagues
    [10:20] Benefits of competing in IFBB
    [13:00] How past experiences influence current outlook
    [15:05] Virtual posing classes
    [17:11] Jess talks about her journey to pro.
    [22:10] Competition structure in Australia
    [29:20] Feedback from pro debut
    [31:55] Jess talks about how her body responds in different scenarios
    [38:00] Knowing when to change things from your plan
    [40:05] prioritizing communication in a coaching relationship
    [45:50] Daily mindfulness habits
    [51:27] Red flags that you may struggle post-show
    [52:25] Shifting mindset from prep to improvement season
    [57:10] Success through consistency and taking your time
    [60:45] How Jess transformed her gluten
    [68:45] advice for new competitors and those on the road to pro
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    Fri, 14 May 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    DENETRA BLACKSHEAR

    In today’s episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk interviews IFBB Pro Denetra Blackshear. A former Hip-Hop dance professional, Denetra stumbled into the world of bodybuilding and has not looked back since.

    A current member of Team ProPhysiques, as well as a personal coach to lifestyle clients, Denetra enlightens listeners on all of her exciting experience in and outside of competing.

    In this episode you will find tons of knowledge and advice on both the expected and not so expected! Denetra shares about her passion for participating in Comic-con events and how it has given her a unique perspective on the importance of inspiring others. She also humbly opens up about her experience as a black woman in the IFBB Professional League. Denetra is clearly a huge ambassador of the bikini division, and it shows through the way she presents herself and her experiences!

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    Time Stamps

    [00:50] Celeste opens the podcast, introducing IFBB Pro Denentra Blackshear

    [1:55] Celeste asks about a pre-stage ritual

    [2:40 ] Denetra shares her background in HipHop, and how she found her way to bodybuilding

    [6:00] Denetra shares her first show experience, her path to pro and some fun experiences along the way

    [10:31] Denetra shares the aspects she appreciates about competing

    [13:58] Celeste inquires about the connections Denetra has made through competing

    [18:30] Denetra shares about her life outside of competing

    [23:45] Celeste asks Denetra to expand on some of her previous experiences with previous coaches

    [30:20] Denetra talks about the importance of the offseason

    [32:46] Celeste asks how Denetra support her own coaching clients

    [35:00] Denetra expands on how she motivates her lifestyle athletes

    [38:52] Celeste and Denetra talk about working with Comic-Con players and how she got involved

    [45:30] Denetra share how she is a very supportive personality

    [46:45] Denetra talks about how she helped influence a fellow competitor

    [49:50] Celeste asks Denetra to expand on any misconceptions about Cos playing

    [53:13] Denetra shares about what it is like being a black woman in the IFBB pro league

    [58:28] Denetra talks about her experience being placed center stage by Sandy

    [61:50] Denetra shares her experience competing in Korea and the logistics with International travel

    [67:44] Denetra elaborates on her current mindset as she preps for her upcoming show, Chicago Pro

    [73:58] Denetra shares some “pro tips”

    [76:45] Denetra shares her best advice for girls who have never competed and girls on their road to pro

    [79:00] Denetra gives her social media contact information


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    Fri, 07 May 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    SHARON HALPIN

    TITLE: SHARON HALPIN; Does it Truly Matter?, Macro Mistakes, Fostering Life & Love, Growing up with 10 Siblings

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Sharon Halpin, a full-time hair stylist who started her competing journey back in 2014, earning pro status at North Americans in 2019 and who attributes her competitive spirit to having grown up with nine siblings.

    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Sharon if she has any rituals or routines she performs before her heel hits the stage. Sharon shares her first experiences with competing, what caused her to take a step back, and ultimately, what made her decide to return to the sport. While discussing taking a macro approach on prep, Celeste asks Sharon if there are any mistakes she has made or that she see other athletes making while implementing this technique.

    Shifting the conversation from Sharon’s approach to training and nutrition, Celeste asks about how Sharon’s life looks while in prep and during an improvement season. She also shares how her husband, being her high school sweetheart, has seen her progress and evolve over the years and through various sports. Sharon talks about the friendships she’s gained through the sport and how she supports and fosters those friendships that she makes on show day.

    Next, Celeste has Sharon share more about her pro debut. Sharon emphasizes that while every competitors goal is to win their show, the biggest reward is in the constant improvement and progression that the sport requires. Next, Celeste asks Sharon how she kept herself motivated and focused on her goal of achieving her pro card, despite having a long season with multiple national shows.

    Celeste asks Sharon more about her job as a hair stylist, wondering how Sharon’s work schedule affects or impacts her energy during prep. Celeste asks Sharon about her decision to offer coaching and Sharon explains that while she loves to coach and sees it as a teaching opportunity.

    After talking competing and coaching, Celeste asks Sharon more about her personal life. Sharon discusses how growing up poor and having to compete for her parents attention encouraged and influenced her to take on the mentality to set herself apart and strive for more in her life; something she found within bodybuilding. After opening up and sharing more about her family history and personal life, Celeste asks Sharon to give her best advice to first time competitors and for the girls on their road to pro.

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    Time Stamps:

    [0:45] Celeste introduces Sharon

    [1:30] Celeste asks Sharon about her pre stage rituals.

    [2:45] Celeste asks Sharon if she ever envisioned herself at her pro debut despite her long journey to the pro stage.

    [4:40] Sharon discusses what brought her back to bodybuilding.

    [8:20] Celeste asks Sharon about her training style & what her training looks like.

    [11:30] Sharon talks about how she’s approached her reverse diets and mindset to best support growth between shows.

    [14:15] Celeste asks Sharon about her food choices within her IIFYM approach when getting close to a show.

    [18:45] Celeste asks Sharon about mistakes with the IIFYM approach, both with personal experiences and what she sees other girls doing.

    [22:50] Sharon shares what her life looks like in prep & during an improvement season.

    [25:25] Celeste asks Sharon about her husband and the impact her athletics have had on their relationship over the years.

    [30:35] Sharon shares how she’s fostered the friendships she’s made at shows and within the sport.

    [36:45] Celeste asks Sharon to share details about her pro debut.

    [42:50] Celeste asks Sharon about her long off season and the feedback she received after her performance at her pro debut.

    [48:15] Sharon talks about the mindset she maintained during her road to pro.

    [56:10] Celeste asks Sharon how her work as a hair stylist impacts her energy and schedule while on prep.

    [59:25] Celeste asks Sharon when she decided to start offering coaching given her already busy schedule.

    [63:30] Sharon talks about what it was like having 9 siblings and the influence it has had on her behaviors.

    [70:50] Sharon gives her best advice for novice competitors and to girls on their road to pro.

    [73:45] Sharon shares where listeners can find and connect with her further.

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    Fri, 30 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    BELINDA RIVERA

    ​In this week’s episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk has the pleasure of interviewing IFBB Bikini Pro Belinda Rivera. This cheeky pro started competing in 2015 and won her Pro Card at the 2018 North Americans in the 40 and over category. She is a coach for Lifestyle Physiques and is a loving mother to her two beautiful daughters.

    To begin, Celeste questions Belinda about her late start in bodybuilding and her opinions on being older than most of the girls. Belinda never expected to start her hobby at age 39 and winning her IFBB Bikini Pro Card one year later. She admits to being physically active throughout her whole life, but her passion for fitness began after the birth of her second child. She gives credit to her fitness background and sports for her transition to intense dieting for competitions. Belinda does enforce that this sport is personal and requires intense discipline rather than a team dynamic.

    Belinda states she only competed in one show a year to get back in shape when she was an amateur. She made the decision to move to the National stage after placing top 5 in an open and master division. Even though she was incredibly nervous and self-conscious, Belinda went on to win her Pro Card at her first National show! She thanks her coach, Ray from Lifestyle Physiques, for taking her competition to the next level by aligning with her core values of professionalism and sportsmanship.
    Celeste and Belinda discuss the value of having a quality coach and provides an inside perspective of the coach-client relationship. Belinda tries to be reasonable with her clients and would rather motivate her team rather than tear them down when they do not complete their plan. Furthermore, Celeste and Belinda have an open-ended conversation about the nutritional and mental approach to dieting.
    Belinda is happy to share her knowledge and experience within the community regarding growing muscle and improving posing. She explains that everything she does as a coach should be expected in the athlete. Belinda relies on her team for group posing, one-on-one sessions, and is open to advice from other coaching.
    Belinda details her journey of a fitness hobby turned career. She admits that her children being older helped with the personal and financial obligations and felt comfortable leaving the home to accomplish her aspirations. In addition, Belinda feels that her experience in life made her a more competitive and goal-oriented individual.

    Finally, Celeste and Belinda discuss all things improvement season, balance, and daily habits for success. Belinda tells viewers to “always remember your why” and to embrace the lifestyle. Furthermore, she also details her daughter’s opinion of her bodybuilding career. Spoiler alert – her daughter is one of her posing coaches!

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    instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/buzybel_ifbbpro/
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    Time Stamps:
    [1:14] Celeste asks Belinda her stage ritual.
    [2:01] Belinda shares her late start in bodybuilding.
    [3:25] Celeste asks Belinda if her fitness background helped with her mindset in bodybuilding.
    [5:40] Belinda shares her thoughts on competing in the open division.
    [7:45] Belinda discusses her strategies on registering for classes/journey to the Pro stage.
    [17:44] Celeste and Belinda discuss the importance of having a supportive coach.
    [19:12] Belinda talks about her experiences as a coach/approach to competition prep.
    [25:02] Belinda opens up about her growth in the sport to include building muscle and posing.
    [27:16] The girls discuss their regimen on and off season.
    [28:55] How Belinda turned a hobby into a career.
    [32:32] Celeste asks Belinda how she is able to balance her career/when to step away from the stage.
    [41:41] Belinda shares her daily habits that contribute to her success.
    [45:29] How competing has affected her relationship with her daughters.
    [52:33] Belinda gives her best advice to amateurs and competitors on their road to pro.

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    Fri, 23 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0000
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    Sun, 18 Apr 2021 22:51:52 +0000
    INGRID ROMERO

    ​Today, Celeste is speaking with one of her coaches and best friends. Ingrid Romero grew up in Barcelona, Spain. She left the country to pursue modeling, eventually arriving in the USA. She became an IFBB Pro in 2010 and mother to twin boys in 2012. She and her husband own Team Edge Global. Celeste has been working with Ingrid and her husband, Joe, since 2017.

    Celeste breaks the ice by asking Ingrid what she did before stepping on stage. Ingrid admits that she always needed to be alone and kept to herself. Now as a coach, she recognizes bodybuilding is a team sport. As soon as she stepped on stage, the nerves went away.

    Ingrid talks about the challenges and adversity she had growing up and how it gave her the strength to become the person she is today. She always knew she was different and would do something with her life. When she was living in London, she struggled with binge eating, partying, and drinking. This led her to try all of the fad diets, which all failed. When she found competing, she realized that food was meant to serve her body.

    Celeste asks Ingrid how she balances competing with other aspects of life. Ingrid admits she doesn’t think she has balance figured out completely. When she is involved in on aspect, he gives it 100% and maybe that is her idea of balance.

    Ingrid tells how at her last show, she was 2 months pregnant and didn’t know it. The morning after the show, she took a pregnancy test and as shocked to learn she was pregnant. When she learned she was pregnant with twins, she couldn’t believe it but was so happy. This is when she knew she would start her own team. Her boys were born premature and and spent two months in the NICU. She built Team Edge during all of this.

    While some people become paralyzed when they scared, Ingrid will do whatever it takes to make her goals happen. Ingrid says working on mindset is the first key to having success. You have to believe your services are needed and clients will come your way. When you have a set back, you need to stop and think of the steps you need to take to overcome it. You always have to be ready to learn and take action.

    Ingrid knew if she took action everyday and kept moving forward, she would stay on the right path. She speaks to the power of imperfect action. Don’t wait for everything to be perfect before you act.

    After experiencing burnout, Ingrid realized the importance of boundaries and clear communication. She knows she cannot be at every show every weekend and still be able to serve her clients and herself fully. Ingrid tells how Celeste has helped her put systems in place to streamline her work.

    Celeste asks Ingrid what clients should look for when looking for a coach. Ingrid says getting on the phone and talking to a prospective coach is the most important way to see if you have a good feeling about a coach. You need to have chemistry with your coach.

    Ingrid talks about the launch of her mastermind program, She’s Got Brand. It’s a membership program to help women find and retain clients. She wants to help people do what she’s done. You don’t have to have a pro card to be a successful coach, but you have to show up authentically.

    Celeste asks Ingrid how she sees the bikini division evolving. Posing is one of the biggest factors of your presentation. It not just about getting shredded. Ingrid recommends hiring a position coach and being open to change. Practice is the best thing you can do to showcase your charisma.

    Using mindfulness from the beginning of the competition process is so important to help you deal with any adversity you may meet. Don’t compare yourself to other, focus on yourself and your personal growth.

    Ingrid speaks to using show results and judges’ feedback in her coaching decisions. You have to focus on what each competitor can bring to the table. It takes time to get results and you can’t rush things.

    Celeste asks what Ingrid wanted to accomplish by creating her own bikinis. It started with her and her husband making them in their living room. She really wanted to give the full package to their clients. She also rents suits to her team to help them keep costs low.

    Celeste closes out the interview with Ingrid by talking about protecting your energy with your actions. Ingrid will also help anyone who is having issues with their health an encourages anyone to message her on Instagram.


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    website: https://www.teamedgefam.com/get-started
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    website: http://www.celestial.fit
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    all links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    Time Stamps:
    [0:44] Celeste introduces Ingrid Romero
    [3:41] Ingrid talks about how she felt before stepping on stage.
    [5:50] Celeste asks Ingrid about life before she met Joe.
    [9:00] Ingrid talks about her past depression and struggles with food.
    [12:00] Balance competing with other aspects of life
    [14:35] Competing while pregnant
    [17:30] Building Team Edge
    [19:12] Adversity as opportunity
    [21:18] Advice for new entrepreneurs
    [25:45] Ingrid talks about what’s missing in coaching
    [28:00] The importance of imperfect action
    [30:32] preventing burnout
    [33:40] What to look for in a coach
    [41:50] Ingrid talks about her program She’s Got Brand
    [47:08] How the bikini division is evolving and the importance of posing
    [53:45] Recommendations for beginning competitions
    [1:00:13] How show results and judges’ feedback play into coaching
    [1:06:00] Pursuing passion and finding fulfillment
    [1:09:00] Ingrid talks about making bikinis
    [1:17:13] Protecting your energy
    [1:22:21] Celeste closes out the show

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    Fri, 16 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    WHITNEY WISER

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Whitney Wiser, an IFBB Bikini Pro who has competed in 31 shows, is now a posing coach, show judge, and promoter who has built her brand by supporting other women to live their best life through fitness.

    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Whitney if she has any routines or rituals she performs before stepping on stage. Touching on the fact that Whitney hasn’t competed since 2018, Celeste asks Whitney if she has any future plans to return to the stage. Next, Celeste mentions Whitney’s transition from athlete to show expeditor, promoter and coach, and asks how her role and presence in the sport has evolved over the years. Whitney shares her experiences as a test judge and how those experiences sparked the desire to become a promoter and hold her own show.

    Celeste then dives deeper, asking Whitney more about the process to become a test judge and asks Whitney what mistakes she sees girls making on stage. Whitney emphasizes the importance of posing and shares trends that she feels will become the “new normal” in the bikini routines. Whitney talks about how the course she created, titled Amateur Advantage, goes over what new competitors should know before starting a contest prep, which talks about how girls know if they are working with the right posing coach.

    After sharing details of her coaching strategies and her reasoning behind creating her programs, Celeste asks Whitney what she finds herself looking at and scoring the most while judging, while still adhering to the established criteria. While talking about judging, Whitney shares insights on the importance of stage presence and confidence and how competitors can really stand out to the judges. Whitney mentions the importance of “staying true to yourself” instead of trying to be someone else on stage.

    Next, Celeste asks Whitney about what types of investments girls should prepare for and expect before finally deciding to commit to a contest prep. Whitney references the first module of her course and how she outlines the commitments and expenses that are required in every aspect of prep. Celeste reiterates the importance of being aware of all the responsibilities that come with competing but also mentions the decision that every athlete ultimately has to make: when is the right time to step away from the stage.

    Celeste asks Whitney how she approaches her training, nutrition, and mindset since making the decision to hang up her heels. Whitney shares how her role shifted from competitor to show promoter and also discusses what comes with that role, as well as the pressures she feels as a female athlete representative. Whitney emphasizes the challenges that came along with finding balance without maintaining the “expected competitor look” or stage-lean physique all year round.

    From there, Celeste mentions Whitney’s success via internal reflection but also asks about the driving force that yields the growth and success of her brand. Whitney vulnerably shares a story about her past abusive relationship and how her ex ran her over by a car right as she was gaining momentum in her competing career.

    Despite doctors telling her she might not be able to walk or compete again, Whitney took those words and decided her life was not over just because someone else tried to take everything from her. Whitney tells her story of resilience and how she had to rebuild her body, sharing any doubts or fears she had over what her future would have in store for her.

    Whitney explains how she combats doubt and how her connection with her faith comes into play when those feelings arise. Celeste and Whitney discuss how its important for one to be in touch with their emotions and how to channel them in a positive way to be able to fuel growth in times of difficulty.

    Next, Celeste asks Whitney to share her best advice for someone that wants to leave their mark on the industry. Once again, Whitney emphasizes the importance of finding your purpose, how to go about doing so, and how that can lead oneself to making a lasting impact. Finally, Celeste concludes the episode by asking Whitney to share her best advice for the novice competitor as well as for girls on their road to pro.

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    INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/whitneywiserfit/
    WEBSITE: linktr.ee/Wiserfit

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    Episode Time Stamps:

    [0:45] Celeste introduces Whitney

    [1:50] Celeste asks Whitney about her pre stage ritual.

    [3:35] Celeste asks Whitney if she plans on returning to the stage.

    [5:40] Whitney shares the evolution of her involvement in the sport aside from being an athlete.

    [10:10] Whitney describes the process to become a test judge.

    [12:05] Celeste asks Whitney to share some things she sees girls doing wrong.

    [13:40] Whitney shares any trends she feels will become the “new normal” with posing.

    [15:45] Celeste asks Whitney how a competitor knows if they are working with the right posing coach.

    [20:10] Whitney shares what she finds herself looking at most when she judges competitors while sticking to the criteria.

    [21:45] Celeste asks Whitney how girls can stand out at the national level.

    [26:00] Celeste asks Whitney what investments girls need to prepare for before deciding to prep for a show.

    [30:00] Whitney discusses her approach to training and nutrition now that she has decided to hang up her heels.

    [32:50] Celeste asks Whitney what comes with being a female athlete representative and if she feels any pressure from that role.

    [36:35] Celeste asks Whitney what fuels her drive.

    [41:50] Whitney shares if she had any doubts of what her future would look like.

    [47:15] Celeste asks Whitney for advice for someone who wants to make a stamp on the industry.

    [50:50] Celeste asks Whitney to share her best advice for the novice competitor and for girls on their road to pro.

    [53:20] Whitney shares where listeners can find and connect with her on social media.

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    Fri, 09 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    NADIA SZYMANOWICZ

    In today’s episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk interviews IFBB Professional Nadia Szymanowicz. Currently, Nadia is a lifestyle and contest coach with Camp Jansen.

    Nadia started competing in 2017 and has done 6 shows with her 6th being 2020 National Championships where she won her pro card and the overall. She has a love for travel but has settled in Florida with her boyfriend and their two Frenchies.

    After talking about pre-stage rituals, Nadia gives insight to her overall mood and mindset backstage before her big moment. Nadia also goes into detail describing her lifestyle before competing, and how it has helped her to shape the competitor she is today. Celeste and Nadia discuss the various ways athletes can choose to follow a plan, whether that be a meal plan or macro dieting. Nadia shares various ways that macro dieting has helped her with flexibility in her current meal plan based lifestyle.

    Nadia sheds light on a somewhat taboo subject of the competing industry: Performance enhanced drugs. She gives listeners great advice through openly sharing her experiences and reasons for becoming a PED enhanced athlete. Nadia shares invaluable information about making the decision to begin using PEDs, and the importance of trusting ones coach throughout this process.

    Throughout the interview, Celeste and Nadia talk about the importance of being patient, trusting the Universe and all of its plans in store. Nadia emphasizes that we should never fear waiting, but rather trust the time and use it to our benefit. She continues to share the ways waiting has helped her in life and in competing, and has ultimately given her much success.

    A true student of the sport, Nadia explains how the most important aspect of competition prep is the relationship we develop with ourselves. She wants listeners to know that it is important to sign up for the journey, not the destination. This episode is packed with fruitful bits of advice and knowledge, and Nadia shares them willingly, openly, and unapologetically. Truly an episode you will want to hear again and again!

    CONNECT WITH NADIA:
    Website: www.thecampjansen.com
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/nadzzilla
    All links: https://linktr.ee/nadzzilla

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    Episode Time Stamps
    00:44 Celeste introduces Nadia onto the podcast, highlighting her accomplishments and hobbies
    1:35 Nadia talks about her pre-show ritual, and being present in the moment
    5:28 Celeste asks if Nadia has felt a need to socialize with other competitors backstage
    9:20 Nadia talks about her life before competing
    11:40 Nadia elaborates on how her results improved after focusing on her nutrition
    14:00 Nadia talks about the ways tracking macros has shifted her views of food
    17:20 Celeste and Nadia elaborate on the idea of “maximizing” meal plans and swaps
    18:25 Celeste asks if Nadia believes its possible to have a healthy relationship with food on/off prep
    20:56 Nadia describes some of her “disordered” habits she has battled with
    24:30 Nadia talks about some of the ways she works through tough cravings
    28:01 Celeste inquires about when Nadia and her coach decided she was ready to compete at a national show
    28:37 Nadia talks on the importance of setting micro goals in preparation for the national stage
    34:50 Nadia talks about starting with her new coach, Matt and the adjustments they made
    37:41 Celeste elaborates on the importance of taking adequate time to make improvements
    38:45 Nadia describes several aspects competitors can look out for to track progress
    43:05 Nadia continues and describes the ways we can asses biofeedback
    47:06 Celeste inquires about Nadia's training in the off season vs in prep
    51:06 Celeste asks about the ways Nadia's nutrition changes in off season vs prep
    54:03 Nadia describes ways she learned to recognize signs/symptoms in her body and the different ways on how to take action
    56:25 Celeste inquires about Nadia's decision to be a PED enhanced athlete
    56:30 Nadia elaborates and discusses the various PEDs she has supplemented
    62:19 Nadia talks about her decision to take her PED usage online
    67:30 Celeste confirms Nadia’s statement that using PEDs does not define her as a competitor
    70:18 Celeste asks about Nadia’s micro goals before her top goal of the Olympia
    72:30 Nadia describes her decision to soak up her experience of winning the overall at nationals instead of jumping into another show
    73:30 Nadia talks about Sandy’s feedback at nationals
    75:45 Nadia talks about some of the ways she handled stress during her peak week
    78:52 Nadia explains the ways she trusts her timing and enjoys the process
    80:02 Celeste inquires about how Nadia approached her training after such a large win
    82:50 Nadia talks the various ways she struggled post show physically and mentally
    86:36 Nadia explains how she will continue to do what works for her, until it stops working
    87:37 Celeste asks for advice for someone who has never competed and someone who is on their way to pro
    97:00 Nadia shares her contact information

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    Fri, 02 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    JOVANNA GIBBS-ARNOLD

    In this episode Celeste speaks with Jovanna Gibbs-Arnold, IFBB Bikini Pro and owner of So Frea Lingerie who started competing in 2018 and earned her pro card in 2019 after having early success as an amateur. She recently competed in her first pro season and comes on to share many of her most real and raw parts of herself and life as a whole!

    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Jovanna if there is anything special she does or thinks about before hitting the stage. Next, Celeste mentions Jovanna’s experience competing in the SNBF before finding and competing in the NPC. Jovanna goes on to share what competing in that federation was like, how she decided on switching to the NPC, and what inspired her to set the goal of becoming an IFBB Pro.

    Jovanna shares her beginnings in the bodybuilding world and some of the feedback she received amongst her first few shows. Celeste asks Jovanna how her approach to nutrition and training has changed over the years to help her both put on muscle and achieve her desired shape. Jovanna discusses why she found weight lifting appealing, how her training has evolved and Celeste also asks her to share the story behind her infamous addiction to Chick-Fil-A.

    Next, Celeste asks Jovanna more about her “quick prep” approach she’s taken leading up to all of her shows. Jovanna opens up and shares how bodybuilding has become a confidence booster and how she tends to “run away” from certain looks or “standards” that the majority of women tend to desire and run towards.

    Celeste dives deeper by asking Jovanna how she has come to foster self-confidence regardless of the season she is in, and Jovanna opens up about how she not only loves and embraces her curves, but shares what inspired her to strive towards her goal of giving her body more shape. She mentions how cultural norms & body image “standards” that are common amongst those living in the South have affected her, since bodybuilding requires Jovanna to maintain quite a different look. Jovanna shares her struggles in her relationship with food, weight loss, and what she views as her version of body dysmorphia.

    After vulnerably sharing her battles with self-confidence, Jovanna also shares how she overcomes feelings of wanting to self-sabotage when she starts to second guess her progress or experience self doubt. Jovanna touches on the impact her coaches have had on her journey and how they’ve been vital to keeping her on track mentally, especially leading up to a show.

    Then, Celeste transitions to discuss Jovanna’s performance at the Chicago Pro, asking Jovanna what exactly made her feel she was not deserving of first call outs and how that will influence her approach to future preps. Again, Jovanna touches on her preference of having shorter preps and the success she’s had thus far, yet the dissatisfaction she felt about her overall presentation.

    Jovanna shares the realization of needing to step up her game by putting in more time, effort, and attention to detail before hitting the pro stage again. She admits she got away with not “giving it her all” in her days as an amateur but where she knows she needs to adjust to have success as a pro.

    Celeste acknowledges the progress Jovanna since having that realization and goes on to ask about the reasoning behind Jovanna’s idea to potentially be self-coached for her next show. Jovanna explains how attending the yearly seminar put on by her sponsor, Shawn’s Couture has taught her the importance of stage presence and where she has room to improve in her overall presentation at future competitions.

    Branching off of the knowledge Jovanna has gained from her sponsor, Celeste asks more about what bodybuilding has taught her. Jovanna shares her thoughts on the importance of both communication and discipline which leads Celeste to ask Jovanna if bodybuilding has had an effect on her decisions or work ethic when it comes to her approach to her business.

    Celeste then asks Jovanna about the inspiration behind the name of her business, the meaning behind it, and how things have been going since the launch. Jovanna also talks about the changes and adjustments she’s had to make in her schedule now being both a professional athlete and a businesswoman. Before wrapping up the episode, Celeste first asks Jovanna for her best advice for novice competitors and for the girls on their road to pro.

    CONNECT WITH JOVANNA:
    Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/girlatthebar/

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    https://sofrealingerie.com/ sofrealingerie.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/Sofrea.lingerie/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    For loads of free resources like the free food relationship coaching program or the competitor mindset card deck or ways to work with Celeste visit: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    Time Stamps:

    [0:50] Celeste introduces Jovanna.

    [1:30] Jovanna shares what she does right before she hits the stage.

    [2:40] Celeste asks Jovanna about her experience competing in the SNBF.

    [3:45] Celeste asks Jovanna if she set a goal to become an IFBB pro after her first NPC show.

    [5:00] Jovanna shares some feedback she received as she was on her journey to pro.

    [7:00] Celeste asks how Jovanna has changed her nutrition & training over the years to achieve her physique.

    [8:35] Celeste has Jovanna share the story behind her Chick-Fil-A addiction.

    [10:00] Celeste asks Jovanna about her “quick-prep” approach.

    [12:40] Celeste asks Jovanna how she has been able to foster self-confidence regardless of the season she’s in.

    [14:30] Jovanna shares what inspired her to gain more shape in her physique.

    [18:00] Celeste asks Jovanna if living in the South for 15 years had an affect on how she felt or saw herself because she looked different.

    [19:50] Jovanna talks about how she works through periods of wanting to self sabotage.

    [22:50] Jovanna shares how her feeling of not deserving first call outs at Chicago Pro has inspired how she’s going to approach future preps.

    [26:00] Celeste asks Jovanna the reasoning behind potentially prepping herself for her next show.

    [28:20]Celeste asks how being a sponsored athlete had any affect on how Jovanna showed up at shows.

    [31:00] Jovanna shares lessons bodybuilding has taught her.

    [34:50] Celeste asks Jovanna how bodybuilding has influenced her decisions and work ethic towards her business.

    [36:30] Celeste asks Jovanna how has pursuing the lingerie business has inspired her to influence other women to embrace their version of sexy.

    [38:45] Jovanna shares the inspiration behind the name of her business & the success she’s had.

    [43:40] Celeste asks Jovanna about adjustments she’s had to make to her schedule being both a competitor and a businesswoman.

    [48:45] Jovanna gives her best advice for first time competitors and girls on their road to pro.

    [52:50] Jovanna shares where listeners can further connect with her.

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    Fri, 26 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    EMILY PLAJER

    ​Emily is a realtor who lives in South Florida and is the founder of Tall Girl Gang. She started competing in 2013 and after a 5 year break, returned to competing with the goal of earning her pro card. She did so in 2020 at National Championships and then won her first pro show to earn a spot at the 2021 Olympia.

    Because Emily’s mom was a competitor, she was inspired by her hard work and dedication to building her body. Watching her mom conquer prep helped her through her prep. Her mom is extremely supportive. Emily tells us that before she steps on the stage, she looks out into the audience to find her family to get her excited.

    Emily explains why she needed a break after her first season. She was 18 years old when she started competing and needed to recover mentality from the prep cycle. She also focused on school and all of the things that go along with that. She talks about how she initially wanted to be a doctor and then switched to nutrition, but her heart wasn’t in it. She made the choice to drop out so she could prioritize her happiness.

    Celeste asks what inspired Emily to start Tall Girl Gang. Emily explains that after winning her pro debut, she received so many messages thanking her for representing tall girls. Emily tells how she was the shortest in her class growing up until high school, when she had a growth spurt. As a competitor, she often receives feedback to “fill out” her muscles.

    When started working out again, she regained the desire to compete and reach her original goal of turning pro. She started without a coach and eventually hired a coach to help her get to the national stage. She talks about feeling the frustration of having shows pushed back due to COVID in 2020 and being eager to get back to the national stage after not having won her pro card in 2019.

    Celeste asks how she’s approaching her offseason. This reverse she has focused on how she is feeling in her body and not the number on the scale. Her coach is local to her, as well as some of her teammates, and that allows them to workout together. Even during prep, Emily lifts heavy because it helps keep her muscles fuller. Emily describes how she maintains flexibility in her offseason diet, but keeps the same daily routine that she does during prep.

    Emily sees her coach almost daily. As the have more experience together, they have gained trust for each other, which makes communication easy. They decided to jump into a pro show because it was so close to her home. She wanted to get feedback for the 2021 season, but she ended up winning and qualifying for the 2021 Olympia. Eventually, she dreams to be Ms. Bikini Olympia.

    Celeste asks how she would use the platform if she became Ms. Bikini Olympia. Emily feels it’s bigger than just the title. She would want to give back to the people who have helped her, possibly starting a charity to give back. She feels added pressure to do well because she won her pro debut. For her pro debut, Emily didn’t change her posing routine from Nationals. She says it was an honor to stand on stage with girls she has admired for so long.

    After she moved to Florida, she became a realtor to earn money while competing and to have flexibility. With Tall Girl Gang, she wants to inspire other tall girls to know they can do well in the sport.

    A listener asks what her biggest life lesson learned form competing is. Emily says that we are capable of anything we set our minds to. Completing a prep is a huge accomplishment and we should be hard on ourselves if the placing isn’t what we want. She doubted herself when she first started, but stuck with it and proved herself wrong.

    Emily talks about losing her father when she was young. He passed away from brain cancer when she was 13. It taught her that life is too short and you need to go after what you want. It took her a few preps to figure out how to balance her relationship with her boyfriend. She couldn’t use prep as an excuse to slack on their relationship. She practiced more patience and listening. She realized she can’t dictate what he eats just because she is on prep. Being on prep can amplify problems in your relationship.

    To first time competitors, Emily recommends to just try it. Go to a show and see what it’s about, reach out to someone on Instagram. For seasoned competitors, regardless of how long the road is, don’t give up.

    CONNECT WITH EMILY:

    https://www.instagram.com/emily_plajer/

    https://jointallgirlgang.com/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    https://instagram.com/celestial_fit

    Episode Time Stamps:

    [0:51] Introduction

    [1:49] Pre-stage ritual

    [2:30] Emily talks about what inspires her

    [5:00] Celeste asks why she returned to the stage

    [7:25] Inspiration for Tall Girl Gang

    [9:39] Emily talks about competing as a tall girl

    [14:14] Celeste how she’s approaching her offseason

    [16:30] Emily talks about a hospital visit

    [18:10] Lifting during prep

    [20:35] Working with a coach

    [23:50] Celeste asks how she would use the platform if she became Ms. Bikini Olympia.

    [26:35] Emily talks about posing.

    [29:23] Emily talks about her career.

    [32:35] Pre-Olympia plans

    [33:05] Biggest life lesson learned from competing

    [35:08] Emily talks about losing her father when she was young.

    [37:10] Emily talks about her relationship with her boyfriend.

    [41:53] Celeste mentions Emily’s consistency.

    [44:13] Emily offers advice for first time competitors and those wishing to turn pro

    [46:00] Emily and Celeste rap up the conversation.

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/emily-plajer
    Fri, 19 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +0000
    AIMEE VELASQUEZ

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Aimee Velasquez, the 2020 Ms Bikini USA who earned her pro card at her 4th show in only her first year of competing, who overcame various mental health struggles with depression, ADHD, and mood changes amidst troubling times in her life and is also a proud mother to her toddler.

    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Aimee if she has a routine or ritual that she performs before her heel hits the stage. While staying on the subject of competing, Celeste asks Aimee about how she was feeling going in to USAs. Celeste touches on the fact that Aimee competed in front of the same panel of judges at each of her shows this year, and asks Aimee to explain the reasoning behind that strategy. Aimee then recounts her experiences at Universe, her first national show, and shares all that went wrong leading up to prejudging and also addresses what she changed going into USAs.

    After hearing how the results at Universe were far from expected, Celeste mentions the evolution of Aimee’s posing between Universe and USAs, asking her what strategies she used to perfect her routine. Celeste also mentions the confidence Aimee presented on stage and asks at what point in her journey Aimee felt she started to embody a “pro mentality.” Aimee walks listeners through her experiences and growth throughout the quarantine, finding her coach, Jourdanne, and also the emotions running through her when she received both her pro card and overall award from her coach.

    After discussing the events leading up to winning her pro card, Celeste talks with Aimee about how her goals and mindset have evolved since she rose through the ranks so quickly. Aimee shares the growth she’s seen in herself, mentioning that she is now considering the idea of getting into coaching, something she originally hadn’t pictured herself doing.

    Acknowledging the fact that Aimee has overcome much self doubt, Celeste asks Aimee to share three tips for women that are experiencing the same emotions and limiting beliefs. Next, Celeste asks Aimee to share what typical day looks like both during prep and during her improvement season. Aimee shares a typical “day in the life,” then discusses the different phases she has experienced along her fitness journey both before and after pregnancy and how her priorities changed once she committed specifically to bodybuilding.

    Next, Aimee discusses how her boyfriends business took off and started to have success around the time she really dove into bodybuilding. She mentions that she had to make the difficult decision to put a hold on her schooling and give up working full time to fully dedicate herself to her goals as a bikini athlete and to her daughter.

    Celeste asks, despite the difficult decision, what it felt like to relinquish all financial responsibility to her boyfriend. Celeste also recognizes the strength and mental fortitude that both motherhood and bodybuilding require and asks Aimee if she sees any parallels between the two. Aimee shares the positive influence she feels that becoming a bikini competitor has had on her daughter and upon hearing this, Celeste asks how the other relationships in Aimee’s life have changed or evolved since adopting this new lifestyle and habits.

    After hearing Aimee’s story Celeste acknowledges the changes that occurred in Aimee’s life since finding bodybuilding and she asks Aimee if, reflecting on her “old ways,” she recognizes the person she used to be.

    Celeste also recognizes Aimee’s ability to reflect on her past and be courageous enough to make the conscious decision to improve her situation, and asks about any red flags she looked for while searching for a new coach before finding Jourdanne. Aimee emphasizes how she values the importance of being able to openly and comfortably be able to ask her coach questions regarding her plan without being reprimanded in their response.

    Based off of the experiences shared, Celeste is curious to know what types of questions Aimee typically asks her coach to assure herself that she’s constantly learning as an athlete. After sharing her client-coach experiences thus far, Celeste asks Aimee about her current goals and what her game plan looks like for this year. To conclude the episode, Celeste asks Aimee if she has any other advice for both first time competitors and girls on their road to pro.

    CONNECT WITH AIMEE:
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/fitnessbyaims/

    RESOURCES: https://linktr.ee/Fitnessbyaims

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    IG:https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    WEBSITE: WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT


    Episode Time Stamps:
    [0:45] Celeste introduces Aimee.

    [1:35] Aimee shares what she does before stepping on stage.

    [2:45] Celeste asks Aimee how she felt going into USAs.

    [4:20] Celeste asks Aimee what it was like getting in front of the same judging panel at each of her shows.

    [6:00] Aimee talks about what went wrong at Universe and what improvements she made going into USAs.

    [10:00] Celeste asks Aimee which athletes posing she studied and how that influenced Aimee’s view of herself & her routine.

    [12:50] Celeste asks Aimee at what point she felt she embodied a pro
    mentality.

    [17:20] Aimee shares what it was like to have her coach, Jourdanne, present her award at USAs.

    [19:10] Celeste asks Aimee what was going through her head when standing on stage waiting for the results of the overall.

    [21:45] Celeste asks Aimee how her mindset and goals have evolved since she became pro so quickly.

    [24:15] Aimee gives three pieces of advice to women who experience self doubt.

    [26:50] Aimee shares what a normal day looks like in prep and during improvement season.

    [29:45] Celeste asks Aimee how things changed when she recommitted to fitness with the focus on bodybuilding.

    [33:05] Aimee talks about what it was like to relinquish financial responsibility and let her boyfriend become the soul provider.

    [36:20] Celeste asks Aimee if there are any parallels between her experiences as a mother and as an athlete.

    [39:10] Aimee discusses how relationships changed once she adopted this new lifestyle.

    [41:40] Celeste asks Aimee if, looking back at her old self, she seems unrecognizable when seeing where she is now.

    [45:00] Aimee shares some coaching red flags that she took into consideration before finding & hiring Jourdanne as her coach.

    [50:50] Celeste asks Aimee what types of questions she asks her coach to assure herself that she is always learning.

    [54:00] Aimee shares her current goals and game plan.

    [56:20] Celeste asks Aimee her advice for first time competitors and girls on their road to pro.

    [59:00] Aimee shares where listeners can connect with her on social media.

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/aimee-velasquez
    Fri, 12 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    TINA DENOFF

    In this episode, Celeste talks with Tina Denoff, proving to us that at any age, at any time, and with any other obligations you can still prioritize yourself. She is a mother of two and has 3 fur babies as well living in sunny Florida after years of Michigan winters. Priding herself as a natural athlete this competitor started her journey in the NPC in 2019 and just went pro in October 2020 at teen collegiate and masters nationals winning first in her bikini masters over 50 class and 2nd in masters over 45

    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Tina if she has a specific ritual she performs before hitting the stage. Tina shares the many rituals she has that all play a crucial role in her daily life and throughout the various stages of her prep. Celeste mentions the importance of precision with habits and rituals not just daily but leading up to show day.

    Next, Celeste mentions Tina’s commitment to implement the habit of “rest, reconnect, and listen” and has Tina share how she plans on prioritizing that goal. Tina discusses the importance the gym has in her routine and how, although it is a hobby, she is lucky to be able to compete yet that she must remember the importance of also setting aside time to be present with her family. Next, Celeste asks Tina if this is a lifestyle she had always led or something she came to adopt.


    Moving forward, Tina opens up and shares that finding the gym was an accident. She talks about her past as a runner and how an ice skating injury which resulted in ACL surgery ultimately led to her finding resistance training, as her doctor had recommended she not return to running.

    Tina discusses how she started researching and changing up her diet on her own as something to help with inflammation issues she was experiencing post surgery. Then, somewhat by chance, she found that combination of her new diet and light resistance training at home sparked her interest and she found herself signing up for her first gym membership, and then hiring a trainer.

    She explains the feelings she had while watching her physique begin to evolve and progress with the more time she spent in the gym. Tina also shares a time of personal hardship and the gratitude she felt for the community her gym has blessed her with.

    After seeing how her body was changing, Tina started to be asked if she was going to compete. Those questions inspired her to research the sport and from there she contacted her first coach. Together, they both decided it was time for Tina to start training for her first competition.

    Tina mentions that she “started from zero,” learning the basics such as “what is a macro?” and how to properly train for a show. After sharing her beginnings in the sport, Tina dives into the details of her cringe-worthy story from her experience at North Americans, her first national show. She mentions how the day was “off” from the beginning and what unraveled from there.

    Tina shares not only the mishaps from her admitted lack of attention to detail in preparation for prejudging but how she eventually made it to the stage. Tina recounts, from start to finish, every mishap and mistake that she encountered and overcame, but also shares the main takeaways of what the experience as a whole taught her. Among those mistakes included one of the biggest any competitor could make - missing her class for finals.

    Upon turning to the hotel room with feelings of both disbelief and disappointment, Tina found herself in a difficult place mentally, debating whether or not she should continue to pursue her pro card in Orlando the following month. She felt conflicted, having prepped for so long and not wanting to continue without the support from her family.

    Celeste asks Tina about her decision to go ahead and compete in Orlando and what she did to prepare her mindset for this next challenge after all the difficulties North Americans presented.

    After sharing her experiences in Orlando, Celeste asks Tina what she has been focusing on since winning her pro card. Tina shares how she has approached her improvement season and what she is planning in terms of her pro debut.

    Celeste asks Tina more about why she chooses not to share progress photos unless she’s in a cutting phase and the strategy and reasoning behind it. Next, Celeste asks Tina about her family’s thoughts on competing, and how she told her family and friends about wanting to embrace this new lifestyle.

    From there, Tina talks about the nature of her relationship with her husband, and how they consciously make time for one another and prioritize their relationship, despite being quite opposite.

    Tina also discusses the areas of life in which she feels she lacks balance while in prep and acknowledges that while bodybuilding is a hobby that she values dearly, she needs to make the experience both enjoyable for herself and for those around her.

    To conclude the episode, Tina shares her best advice for native competitors and for the girls on their road to pro and then shares how listeners can find and connect with her further.

    CONNECT WITH TINA:
    www.instagram.com/tinadenoff_ifbbpro/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    instagram.com/celestial_fit

    Time Stamps:
    [0:50] Celeste introduces Tina.

    [1:30] Tina shares her pre stage ritual.

    [5:50] Celeste asks Tina how she practices her commitment to “rest, reconnect, and listen” and how she prioritizes this goal daily.

    [8:10] Tina shares how she came to adopt this lifestyle.

    [11:40] Tina talks about her first experience joining a gym and hiring a personal trainer.

    [14:30] Tina shares how the gym helped her out of a dark time in her life.

    [17:00] Tina shares her experiences of finding her first coach and training for her first show.

    [21:00] Tina shares her cringe-worthy story from North Americans.

    [32:00] Tina talks about how she missed finals at nationals.

    [37:30] Celeste asks Tina if she was able to talk to the judges despite missing her class for finals.

    [40:30] Tina shares how she felt after processing the emotions of what happened at the show.

    [42:35] Celeste asks if Tina felt like she had lost her chance at a pro card if her family didn’t support her to continue competing.

    [48:30] Celeste has Tina share where her mindset was at going into nationals in Orlando.

    [53:15] Celeste asks Tina what she’s been focusing on since earning her pro card.

    [56:45] Tina answers why she decided she won’t share progress photos until she starts her next cut.

    [60:15] Celeste asks Tina about her family’s opinion on her competing.

    [62:00] Celeste has Tina open up about the nature of the relationship she has with her husband.

    [65:30] Tina shares in what areas she feels she lacks balance when in prep.

    [69:50] Tina gives her best advice to novice competitors and girls on their road to pro.

    [75:20] Tina tells listeners where they can find and connect with her on social media

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/tina-denoff
    Fri, 05 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    DR. IRINA POST

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Irina Post, a Russian immigrant who came to the US to pursue her American Dream, working diligently to put herself through school to become a pharmacist, and found bodybuilding after countless attempts at fad diets. Irina first competed in 2014, being inspired by bikini girls she saw on social media. Due to life’s ups and downs she took a break from competing, yet made her return to the stage in 2019 after passing her boards and seeking new coaching, & obtained her pro card at USAs in 2020.



    Starting off the episode, Irina shares the routine she performs before her heel hits the stage. Next Celeste mentions the five year break from competing, asking Irina when she knew it was time to step away, and what fueled her decision to return. Irina talks about her reaching out to work with Whitney Jones, the initial plan for her prep, and the changes they had to make because of show cancellations and postponements due to Covid. Irina also shares how her diet approach became macro based as opposed to meal plans, and she shares how she adjusted to this new method for her contest prep nutrition.

    Celeste also asks Irina how, despite the uncertainty, she and her coaches worked together to combat her plateaus and “sticking points” since her prep was longer than originally anticipated. Irina discusses how she had to make the decision to continue to prep or take a step back and try to get pregnant, as that was something she and her husband had been talking about before starting the season.

    Irina shares her feedback she received from her first show of the year, the Arnold Amateur, and describes how she and Whitney strategized so that Irina peaked properly going into USAs. Noting the passion and desire Irina had to assure she was bringing nothing short of her best to the national stage,

    Celeste asks if Irina trusted and followed her coach’s protocol, or if she asked for modifications to her plan. Irina shares how her prep changed in the final weeks leading up to the show, and Celeste asks Irina about the feelings she experienced hearing her name being called for her pro card. Irina shares where her mindset was at during her prep as she became busier than expected at her pharmacy job due to periods of work being short staffed during Covid.

    She mentions that between long commutes, twelve hour shifts, and feeling like she was “running on fumes,” winning her pro card at her first national show wasn’t in the front of her mind. Celeste then mentions Irina’s proximity to snagging the overall title and what feedback she received from the judges.

    While on the topic of winning her pro card, Celeste touches on the fact that Irina’s husband, who is also a competitor, won his pro card as well, and asked Irina what it was like for them to turn pro at the same show. Irina tells listeners that, while excited to celebrate her husband's success, she also felt pressured to bring home her pro card as well.

    Moving on, the two women discuss Irina’s approach to diet and training post show, as she had mentioned how her and her husband had wanted to try and have a baby. Irina expresses certain hesitations and concerns she has about getting pregnant and the changes to her body, but also her feelings of excitement for this next chapter in her life.

    Although there are talks of both a baby and making their pro debut together, Irina discusses how her and her husband came to the decision that it was time to start a family. Irina talks about her and her husband's feelings towards having a baby and how she foresees her husband being as a future father.

    After talking about family matters, Celeste mentions Irina’s busy work schedule that she manages with competing. She asks Irina if the mentality and habits she developed from her experiences of coming to the US, and working full time while earning her doctorate had an influence on the way she approached bodybuilding. Irina then shares her story of immigrating from Russia to the US.

    She discusses how coming to the US influenced her decision to choose to commit to pharmacology and also how she found bodybuilding. Irina acknowledges that nothing was gifted to her and that she had to work hard to put herself through school and establish her career. Because of Irina’s story, Celeste was curious to ask how the “American Dream” was depicted in Russia and what inspired Irina to come to the US.

    Irina discusses how she came to the decision to apply for schools in the United States as she wasn’t sure how long she was going to stay upon arriving. Celeste and Irina discuss how Irina got into pharmacy and she shares an important goal she would like to accomplish in the field.

    The conversation shifts and Irina shares financial goals she has for herself, which leads Celeste to ask about any strategies Irina has or is taking to set herself up for this financial success. Next, Irina briefly shares how she met her husband before giving her best advice for both first time competitors and for the girls on their road to pro.

    CONNECT WITH IRINA:

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/irina__post_/



    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    WEBSITE: WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT



    Episode Time Stamps:

    [0:50] Celeste introduces Irina.

    [2:20] Irina shares her pre-stage ritual.

    [4:30] Celeste asks Irina how she knew it was time to step away and then come back to the stage.

    [8:10] Celeste asks how Whitney’s approach to Irina’s prep has differed with the show cancellations due to Covid.

    [10:50] Celeste asks if Irina struggled at first with figuring out macros.

    [12:15] Irina shares what she did to combat the plateaus she experienced during prep.

    [15:50] Celeste asks how Irina & her coaches assured that she peaked properly for USAs.

    [17:30] Celeste asks Irina if she was asking for changes on her prep plan or if she followed the protocol given.

    [19:45] Irina shares her focus going into USAs and how it felt to hear her name called for her pro card.

    [24:40] Celeste asks Irina about her feedback from the battle for the overall.

    [27:30] Irina shares what it was like to win her pro card at the same show as her husband.

    [31:20] Celeste asks Irina if she felt pressured to get her pro card after her husband received his.

    [34:45] Celeste asks if Irina’s post show approach has changed because she is trying to get pregnant.

    [40:55] Irina talks about how she & her husband knew they were ready to start a family.

    [48:00] Celeste asks Irina if she believes her life experiences thus far have influenced her approach to bodybuilding.

    [50:30] Irina explains her journey as an immigrant and how she came to have the success she does in her career and bodybuilding.

    [58:30] Celeste asks Irina how the “American Dream” was seen in Russia and what inspired Irina to come here.

    [60:15] Irina shares her thoughts on deciding to go to school in the US.

    [65:15] Celeste clarifies what Irina means by her goal to own her own pharmacy.

    [69:00] Celeste asks Irina what steps or strategies she has taken to set herself up for financial success for herself and for her future family.

    [72:45] Irina shares how she met her husband.

    [73:30] Irina gives her best advice to first time competitors and for girls on their road to pro.

    [76:40] Irina tells listeners where they can find & connect with her on social media.

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    Fri, 26 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    DR. RUTH MONTES

    In this episode, we meet Ruth Montes, life-long athlete and primary care physician who just won her IFBB Pro card at the 2020 Masters USA Championships, even while working COVID wards and caring for her ailing mother. Her athletic career began with gymnastics , running, and cheerleading but it took a revenge body mindset to get her into weight training and competing in the NPC 2.5 years ago

    She found out that being a doctor was her calling, because she always had a passion for science. Moreover, due to some condition, her mom was frequently in the hospital. Ruth grew up finding faith in her Christianity, and all these elements made her ask herself what are we doing for others ?.

    She started lifting with a revenge mentality, after having been cheated on.

    Throughout the journey, her mindset evolved from revenge to doing something for herself

    The owner of the vitamin store she used to go advised her to go to Ryan Bentson, who became her coach. They had a good connection & his useful detailed feedback and coaching has made a huge difference in her athletic career.

    She was competing while she was still a resident in med school. That gave her ammunition to keep her going and strive for more. There are parallels between becoming a doctor and becoming a pro, in the extremes of the lifestyle.

    She used to do boot camps and marathons before immersing into bikini competitions. Training became a fuel and a way to take time for herself. She ran a marathon 1 week prior to Governor’s cup and learned lessons about that. She was too sore and didn’t do great. A choice had to be made between running or bodybuilding.

    A few times, Ruth was super close to earning her pro card. She used her coach's feedback to improve along with the support of a posing coach.

    Her mindset also changed. Now she feels lots of gratitude and taps into mindfulness in everything she does to make the most of it. She is a positive person and always takes lessons from her experiences.

    Ruth insists on the importance of the whole package, which is also why she changed her suit and hair color.

    Ruth explains that it is important to be mindful about nutrition, especially when you’re always on the go like she is.

    Ruth and Celeste discuss how she has been feeling since her pro card win and she shared how keeping a positive mental attitude focused on manifesting and never allowing negativity to rob her of happiness. She shares the importance of having a supportive community. Her boyfriend, who’s also her coach's brother, is a piece to her success, thanks to the incredible support he gives.

    Ruth gives her standpoint, as a doctor, regarding health and bodybuilding. recommending to think ahead, consider the side effects as well as the importance of fertility to you.

    What risks are you willing to take ? Using is not necessarily inherently bad, but you have to take informed decisions, with health at the forefront.

    Ruth’s best advice would be to listen to podcasts! Podcasts give us a great insight and we can always learn from others. Find people who you connect with to tune into this lifestyle and of course, never give up.

    Connect with Dr. Ruth
    ​on IG :https://www.instagram.com/ifbb_pro_drruth/

    Connect with Celeste:

    https://instagram.com/celestial_fit

    www.celestial.fit

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS

    2’18 : Ruth shares her pre stage ritual. She uses breathwork and prays

    3’13 : Ruth explains what a « normal » day is for her, which is very busy.

    She starts with fasted cardio, then breakfast, consisting in spinach egg whites, oats, almonds

    Then goes to work. After work she goes to the gym.

    Then ends with groceries and diner.

    6’42 : She learned lessons from practicing lots of sports besides bodybuilding, especially one week prior to competition.

    Ruth shares how she’s dealt with that and how now she recovers.

    10'47 : Ruth’s « why » has evolved, from a « revenge body » mindset, to « I wanna do this for myself ».

    13’30 : Ruth explains how she started with her coach.

    16’05 : She gives details about how it is to work with her coach, and how useful his feedback is.

    18’16 : In 2019, Ruth was super close to getting her pro card. She gives her insight about that experience. She also shares the feedback she got.

    23’33 : Ruth explains how her perspective has changed compared to when she was a gymnast.

    23’53 : Ruth shares the feedback she got from North Americans and how she improved.

    26’ : Ruth explains how she became more mindful about her diet, while she’s always on the go.

    27’40 : Ruth shares how she was able to turn things in order to get that win, and the Procard, in 24h.

    With her coach, she used nutrition and posing tweaks.

    31’48 : She explains how posing can be used as a tool to display a different physique, and the importance of being relaxed.

    35’37 : Ruth talks about the changes she brought to her hair and suit.

    38’ : Ruth gives DIY tanning tips.

    40’46 : Ruth explains how bodybuilding can actually add to your life.

    41’30 : She talks about the feels when she earned her procard.

    44’44 : Ruth shares how she dealt with doubts and post show blues.

    48’ : Ruth talks about the tunnel vision on stage.

    51’ : She talks about her mindset post pro card.

    54’40 : Ruth’s boyfriend is her coache’s brother.

    She develops about that. She also shares about the support she receives from her boyfriend.

    58’13 : Ruth talks about the parallels between becoming a doctor and turning pro.

    59’14 : She gives her point of view about « hiding » or not hiding that she’s a bodybuilder to patients.

    60’39 : Ruth gives her standpoint, as a doctor, about health and bodybuilding.

    63’23 : She continues with how she capitalizes on health.

    67’14 : Ruth explains she wouldn’t change a thing in bikini, since she loves the division.

    69’04 : Ruth mentioned that she was taking care of her mom. She develops about that.

    75’50 : Ruth explains how she knew that being a doctor was her calling.

    75’40 : She shares her best advice for new competitors and new pros :

    Listen to podcasts ! you can learn from others and become involved in an inspiring community/

    78’46 : On your road to pro, Ruth’s advice would be to trust the timing, each time you get better, enjoy, stay involved and don’t give up.

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    Fri, 19 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    TRISHA GREEN

    In today’s episode, Celeste interviews Trisha Green, who works as a personal trainer and began her competition journey in 2015 completing 6 regional shows and 6 national shows before earning her pro card at USA’s in 2020.

    After discussing some pre-stage rituals, Celeste and Trisha explore the various ways Trisha’s mindset towards prepping and competing have changed over the past six years. Trisha goes on to explain her path towards the stage, beginning with starting out as a personal trainer at a local gym. Once she made it through her first prep and stepped on stage for the first time, Trisha was “hooked” on competing and created a lifestyle that allows her to pursue her dreams with a strong support system.

    Trisha shares many insights into her competition prep, one most notably being her post-show feedback from head judge Sandy Williamson. She goes into details about the areas of her physique that need improvement, as well as some of the ways she plans on improving her package and coming back better for her rookie season.

    Trisha openly shares about her two year unexpected hiatus from competing, and describes some of the challenges she endured during this time. Ultimately, she enlightens us on how her mindset adapted this time, and how she has used her lessons learned into the prep that allowed her to earn her pro card.

    Throughout the interview, Celeste and Trisha continuously talk about the importance of having a strong foundation of support to succeed in both life and competing. They also discuss the significance of being willing to “reset” throughout a season of prep or life. No matter the setbacks, Trisha talks about the importance of loving the process more than the final result or destination. Also mentioned is the value in taking your time; not rushing the process or results we often so quickly wish to attain.

    As the interview comes to a close, Trisha shares her best advice for a competitor who has never competed before but has a desire; as well as her best advice for a competitor on her road to earning a pro card!



    Connect with Trisha

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/Trisha_fit_ifbbpro/

    Resources: linktr.ee/Trishagreen

    Connect with Celeste

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    Website: www.celestial.fit

    TIME STAMPS

    [00:44] Celeste introduces Trisha onto the podcast, highlighting some of her accomplishments

    [2:15] Trisha talks about her rituals before stepping on stage

    [4:06] Celeste asks how Trisha’s thoughts on competing evolved from 2015 to now

    [6:15] Trisha describes her life before competing and her path to becoming a personal trainer

    [9:08] Celeste inquires on how Trisha’s mindset has shifted after earning her pro card

    [13:00] Trisha elaborates on how she used her time post show as a reset

    [14:48] Trisha shares her feedback from head judge, Sandy

    [18:00] Trisha describes finding balance and fine tuning from show to show

    [19:30] Trisha talks about placing 5th at her first national show

    [20:30] Trisha describes some of life changes that occurred over a 2 year hiatus from competing

    [23:14] Celeste asks what the transition was like after Trisha’s return to competing

    [25:30] Celeste inquires on how Trisha's prior experience allowed her to be successful during this most recent prep

    [29:00] Trisha talks about different approaches she has experimented with over the years

    [30:30] Trisha elaborates about the importance of “fine tuning” from show to show

    [31:17] Celeste asks about Trisha’s decision to switch coaches

    [36:15] Trisha talks about the differences going into previous shows compared to winning her pro card

    [39:33] Trisha describes some of the times she was discouraged and felt like giving up

    [40:50] Celeste and Trisha discuss the importance of enjoying the process and the journey

    [43:00] Trisha describes how her mentality shifted, knowing her next show will be her pro debut

    [46:00] Trisha talks about how she has mapped out her next steps as a new pro

    [47:40] Celeste inquires about how Trisha will know when it is time to prep again

    [50:30] Trisha talks about how she uses her own experiences competing with clients of her own

    [53:16] Celeste asks Trisha to share how structure is present in her daily routine

    [57:05] Trisha elaborates on how a strong support system has helped her achieve her dreams

    [61:07] Trisha talks about the importance of relying on and supporting yourself

    [62:18] Celeste elaborates on the importance of not seeking things outside of ourselves, but rather creating them within us

    [62:54] Celeste asks Trisha to share her top three posing tips

    [65:28] Trisha shares how she is approaching the choreographing for her pro routine

    [68:08] Celeste asks Trisha for her best advice for new competitors and those who are on their road to pro

    [68:15] Trisha shares her advice for new competitors

    [69:34] Trisha shares her advice for someone on the road to pro

    [71:14] Trisha shares how to connect with her on social media

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    Fri, 12 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    CHRIS NICOLE CHIACCIO

    This week, host Celeste Rains-Turk sits down with Chris Nicole cohost on the Prep Life podcast who started her competition journey in 2015 as a hobby and prepped for one show a year. She holds certifications in both nutrition and exercise from NPTI along with Precision Nutrition

    Chris starts off by sharing how the encouragement of a friend initially brought her to competing as well as her desire to take her fitness hobby to the next level. She shares how her type A personality played a large roll in her journey and how it had attached her own self worth to her adherence of her plan.

    As the episode progresses, Chris talks about her own history with disordered eating. She shares how inquiries from friends and family about her weight loss made her only want to control it more through over exercising and under eating. It was a pivotal moment when she was lying on her back and realized she could see her own skeleton that made her realize that she needed help. This history doesn’t hold her back in her preps, however, because she has learned how to properly frame her mindset around her goals so that they are healthy. She shares the importance of setting a goal for a certain leanness for a temporary time and not to live at.

    Chris continues to talk about her most recent show and taking last place. She shares how she felt in denial of it for quite some time, but after a few months she realized how disappointed she was in the placing. Chris talks about how she tried to control her reverse despite what her coach wanted her to do and how they were able to sit down and develop a plan for making the most of the improvement season.

    On the note of physical health, Chris shares her own struggles with hypoglycemia as well as scoliosis and the impact that both have on competing for her. She talks about how hypoglycemia causes her to rethink the way that most people would eat in a prep and experimenting with what works best for her. Because of the scoliosis she has had since a young age, Chris talks about modifications she has had to make to her posing in order to appear balanced while on the stage.

    Throughout the episode, Chris’ passion for mental health and self improvement is apparent and she talks about one of the tactics she uses in order to get the most out of every day. She shares the important aspects of her morning routine and the appointment she creates with herself as well as the daily discussion she has with her boyfriend that features two important questions to positively reflect on the activities of the day.

    As the episode comes to a close, Chris shares her best advice to both new competitors and those on their way to their pro card. In this insightful episode, she continues to stress the ever important theme of competing and life in general, “Your value doesn’t come from the things you do, it comes from who you are.”


    CONNECT WITH CHRIS:
    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/chrisnicole_ifbbpro/
    ALL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/chrisnicole_ifbbpro
    HEAR HER COACH SERIES EPISODE WITH GLAM GIRL: http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast/coaches-series-glam-girl-bikini


    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    WEBSITE: http://www.celestial.fit/


    EPISODE TIME STAMPS

    [2:50] Pre Stage Rituals
    [4:10] Increasing stage time to one minute as an IFBB Pro
    [6:33] Transitioning a fitness hobby to a competition career
    [8:23] Using the perfectionist mentality in life as an athlete
    [10:47] Putting Self worth into adherence
    [13:17] The drive to compete
    [15:31] Pivotal moments that stressed the importance of mental health
    [18:22] Previous struggles with disordered eating
    [23:53] Changing a mindset around getting leaner
    [27:02] Placing last at her most recent show
    [34:21] Feeling pressure to perform a certain way as an IFBB pro and a coach
    [38:34] The impact being an IFBB Pro has on coaching
    [44:12] Feedback from shows
    [47:21] Managing Stress and Hormones in the improvement season
    [51:19] Handling gut health and hypoglycemia while nourishing her body
    [55:32] Impact scoliosis has on competing
    [1:01:11] Prioritizing a morning routine
    [1:06:47] The impact reviewing the day has on the approach to goal setting
    [1:11:12] Best advice for the girl who’s never competed and the one who’s on the road to pro

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    Fri, 05 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    Olympia Debut Series Part 2 of 2

    These two episodes are featuring the amazing athletes who have been on this podcast before and have now achieved their dreams of hitting the Olympia stage!

    I am so excited to have them on again and can't wait for you to hear these episodes

    We get into their experience at the show, backstage, and plans moving forward. With intimate topics covered including; challenges overcome, relationships, prioritizing time and energy, their competing plans from here, emotional experiences, feedback from the judges, physical changes, birth control, post-show weight gain, fears, doubts, and so much more...

    You can find each athlete's original, individual episode below too to get a glimpse at the evolution:

    ALESSIA FACCHIN
    ​ASHLYN BROWN
    BRITTNEY DAYNE
    DARAJA HILL
    HANNAH RANFRANZ
    JULI LOPEZ
    MAIA GORDON
    MAYA ASTABIE
    NOORA MAHONEN

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/olympia-debut-series-part-2-of-2
    Wed, 03 Feb 2021 08:30:00 +0000
    Olympia Debut Series Part 1 of 2

    These two episodes are featuring the amazing athletes who have been on this podcast before and have now achieved their dreams of hitting the Olympia stage!

    I am so excited to have them on again and can't wait for you to hear these episodes

    We get into their experience at the show, backstage, and plans moving forward. With intimate topics covered including; challenges overcome, relationships, prioritizing time and energy, their competing plans from here, emotional experiences, feedback from the judges, physical changes, birth control, post-show weight gain, fears, doubts, and so much more...

    You can find each athlete's original, individual episode below too to get a glimpse at the evolution:

    ALESSIA FACCHIN
    ​ASHLYN BROWN
    BRITTNEY DAYNE
    DARAJA HILL
    HANNAH RANFRANZ
    JULI LOPEZ
    MAIA GORDON
    MAYA ASTABIE
    NOORA MAHONEN

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/olympia-debut-series-part-1-of-2
    Wed, 03 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    ANGELINE JEANSON

    Today we hear from Angeline Jeanson. She is a mechanical engineer and posing coach for Team Atlas, and former dancer who came back from a terrible car accident to become an IFBB pro.

    Celeste begins by asking Angeline about her pre-show rituals when she was still completing. Angeline explains she would listen to the same song during prep and it would calm her on show day. She would also do this before she stepped on stage as a dancer.

    Because most people know Angeline as a top posing coach, Celeste asks about her backstory and what led her to bodybuilding. Angeline describes a car accident she had as an 18-year-old that required her to re-learn to walk. Her physical therapist told her she needed to begin weight training to aid her recovery. She had always been in shape because of dancing, and after two years of training, a friend suggested she compete. She had a terrible experience at her first show.

    She knew nothing of posing or proper make up, but she loved being on stage. In her second show, she placed first and soon went to her first national show, placed first. In Canada, one needs to win the overall to win a pro card, and she finally did that in 2017. After 6 years of competing on the world stage, she is retired. Because she coaches some of the top IFBB pros, she does not feel it is right to compete against them.

    Celeste asks Angeline what she thinks of how the bikini division has changed over time and where it will go in the future. When Angeline first started competing, the standards were not very strict. She likes that there are clear expectations now because it gives her competitors a standard to work towards.

    With 15 years as a dancer, she carries that experience into the way she coaches posing, using steps and counts to build routines. Each detail is calculated to the second, just like dance choreography. This is what sets her apart from other posing coaches. She is consistently trying to push posing to another level. Angeline spends hours creating routines for each athlete and does not look at what others are doing. She is not influenced by what others are doing. Angeline does not post her athletes’ routines before they hit the stage because they have been copied in the past. She records everything to study and change as needed.

    Celeste asks Angeline if she has any pet peeves that come up when she is watching other competitors pose. Angeline says she has a list! She points out that amateurs waste a lot of their 15 seconds on stage with hair flips and arm movements when they should be focusing on showcasing their physiques. Angeline doesn’t have a preference in working with newbies or pros, but she wants to work with athletes that bring good attitudes and leave their ego out of the process. Angeline finds the criteria for posing is always the same but what helps an amateur go pro is when they show up to a show already presenting as a pro.

    Angeline shares her trick to choosing the right suit, makeup , and general look for the stage. She says to look at the previous season’s Olympia top 5 to set the criteria for the upcoming season. It’s that simple. If the top 5 Olympians are wearing blues and purples, why would you show up with a red suit? The type of posing they do is what you should bring to your next show.

    Angeline explains that she only works with members of Team Atlas because of the shared mentality with the other coaches, James and Jennifer. She chooses every detail, from suit to hair, so each competitor presents their best. When she worked with other coaches, they did not always see eye to eye. Angeline speaks generally to stretching and how it is specific to each girl. She recommends working with a physical therapist or a massage therapist to see where your deficiencies in movement may be.

    Celeste shares a listener question about how to be as comfortable on stage as one is at home practicing. Angeline says the competitor needs to ask herself why she doesn’t feel comfortable on stage. Is it because they are super shy, they did not practice enough? You can’t solve the problem until you know what is causing it. Angeline stresses the importance of practicing like you are on stage to build comfort and confidence. Angeline explains that she has always strived to be the best at what she does and that naturally carried over to posing. She even calls herself “annoying” to the point where she purchased all the posing shoes she could to tell her clients what to buy and not to buy.

    Angeline begins to talk about her background as a mechanical engineer. When she was visiting universities, she had three professional choices; doctor, lawyer, or engineer. She decided on engineering because she loves problem solving and wants to know “everything about everything”. She has been working on business aircrafts for the past seven years and she really loves her profession. Angeline speaks to how she has considered transitioning full time to being a posing coach. During the COVID quarantine, her business shut down and she realized how much she missed it. Because she worked so hard to earn her degree, she feels leaving the profession would almost feel like a failure.

    Because she has two demanding professions, Angeline finds success through structure. She wakes up early and keeps a strict schedule to stay organized. She does not waste a minute. She also uses alarms to help her stay on track. When she was competing, her boss was also supportive and understanding of her unique needs. Now that she isn’t competing, she rarely trains and doesn’t diet. Now she just enjoys food. When she wasn’t competing, she never rebounded and maintained her physique. Now she just trains for fun and to relax. But because she coaches so many posing clients, that also counts as training.

    Celeste shares a listener question regarding being a female in a predominantly male field. Angeline says her personality lends itself to working in the field of engineering and has rarely had issues.

    Angeline shares her advice for competitors in various stages of their journeys. For new competitors, she recommends to choose their first team wisely as to not waste time and money on their journey. Having a good coach and team will set you up for a favorable experience and help maintain your health. For competitors on their way to pro, she recommends not competing until you look ready. Analyze your posing and your physique and take your time. Aim for what the successful pros look like. Define what you want and work towards it.


    CONNECT WITH ANGELINE:
    www.instagram.com/angelinejeanson/
    linktr.ee/PosingbyA

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    www.celestial.fit
    www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/


    Time Stamps:

    [1:20] Celeste introduces Angeline.

    [1:36] Angeline talks about her pre-show ritual.

    [3:50] Celeste asks Angeline to speak about her path to becoming a competitor.

    [9:00] Angeline explains why she is not competing now.

    [9:53] Celeste asks Angeline what she thinks of how the bikini division has changed over time.

    [12:10] Angeline talks about how her dance background has influenced her posing.

    [14:40] Celeste ask how she creates unique routines for her athletes without pushing the

    envelope too far.

    [17:50] Angeline talks about how she keeps track of all the routines.

    [19:34] Celeste asks about Angeline’s posing pet peeves.

    [22:08] Angeline describes the type of athletes she prefers to work with.

    [24:25] Celeste asks Angeline if she notices differences in judges’ preferences in posing.

    [26:38] Angeline gives advice for how to pick your “look”.

    [28:42] Angeline explains why she only works with competitors on Team Atlas.

    [31:59] Celeste shares a listener question regarding stretching.

    [33:17] Celeste shares a listener question about being comfortable on stage.

    [36:56] Angeline talks about her dedication to posing.

    [38:50] The conversation transitions into Angeline’s experience as a mechanical engineer.

    [44:14] Angeline talks about balancing her two careers.

    [48:15] Celeste asks how her life has shifted since she stopped competing.

    [52:28] Angeline talks about working in a predominately male field.

    [55:04] Celeste asks Angeline for advice for different competitors.

    [61:04] Celeste wraps up the conversation.

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    Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    CHELSEA STONESTREET

    In this week's episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk has the pleasure of speaking with Chelsea Stonestreet, a 29 year old business development director for Spooner physical therapy and a realtor in Arizona who also provides online lifestyle coaching. who used to be a competitive boxer before having her now 8 year old daughter. She started bodybuilding 3 and a half years ago and fell in love with the structure of prep as it was one thing she could control in her life on her mission to be confident in her body post baby.

    Even though she didn’t love being on stage, was told she couldn’t be successful in the sport due to severe stretch marks, and getting second callouts all at her first show she decided she could do better and proved to herself she was the only one who would define her success. This sparked the next 3 years and ultimately after 12 shows a first place and pro card win at NPC Universe. This soon to be wife and step mom serves as a powerful example that anything is possible if you put in the work and never give up.

    Chelsea explains to Celeste about her first show-day experience and insecurities about wearing a bikini. Even though Chelsea has been successful in the IFBB division, she was once told at the amateur level that her stretch marks on her abdomen would hold her back from success.

    Due to her competitive nature and desire to better herself, Chelsea dove into self-improvement eventually earning her IFBB title at NPC Universe after twelve shows. Chelsea now reflects on her past struggles and successes before stepping on stage to truly enjoy the experience.

    Chelsea discusses her previous passion for boxing. She states that competitive boxing and bikini bodybuilding have similarities, mostly by subjecting yourself to the judgement of hundreds of people in the crowd.

    Chelsea oftentimes has to reflect on her boxing experiences to get herself calm her nerves, “You can get into a [boxing] ring and get yourself knocked out, you can throw yourself in a bikini and go on stage” Furthermore, Chelsea states her strength of digging deep and pushing further than last time allows her to shine in competition prep.

    Celeste asks Chelsea why she decided to transition from boxing to bodybuilding. Chelsea believes getting punched repeatedly will affect her mental and physical long-term health. Although she has always loved the sport of bodybuilding, being a single mom made her weigh the importance of family over injury. She will occasionally “hit the bag” for stress relief and cardio during her offseason.

    Celeste and Chelsea discuss her training on prep and post season. Chelsea focuses on increased calories and heavy lifting in the offseason as she is able to build muscle easily. As a lifestyle coach, she develops circuit style training and bodyweight exercises while keeping the main focus on movement.

    Chelsea informs Celeste on her body improvements over the years. During her final national show, Chelsea was told she was too lean and conditioned and was able to feed herself up to the next show.

    Chelsea advises listeners to find a trustworthy and quality coach that gives adequate feedback as feedback from the judges can be confusing and frustrating. Celeste explains that if you love the sport, you will continue to pursue it despite the differing feedback of judges.

    Chelsea discusses how minor details matter for placement. Suit color is a priority for her coach and believes red is the best color for her overall package. Chelsea emphasizes that stage presence and overall package, to include your suit color, can be the difference between placement.

    Chelsea tells Celeste she has never been told by a judge that her stretch marks affected her placement. Chelsea has been micro needling to improve the color and density of her stretch marks and has noticed great changes.

    Chelsea shares that both herself and Fiancé earned their IFBB pro cards at the NPC Universe! Prior to meeting her Fiancé, she accepted being a single mother. Chelesa admits to initially being scared of being a step-mother but has fallen in love with her Fiancés children over the years.

    Chelsea is proud to have influence on young children and to provide siblings for her daughter. Celeste and Chelsea praise the newest Bikini Olympian and are happy to see a mother win the title. Furthermore, Chelsea values quality family bonding and makes sure to have family dinner every night without cell phones.

    Finally, Chelsea tells Celeste her goals as an IFBB Pro while providing listeners and fellow competitors advice on reaching the IFBB stage. Chelsea’s impressive background and humble demeanor provides an episode you do not want to miss!

    CONNECT WITH CHELSEA:

    https://www.instagram.com/chelsearose_ifbbpro/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    FREE RESOURCES, DISCOUNTS, AND MORE: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html



    TIME STAMPS

    [2:10] Chelsea’s stage ritual

    [4:57] Chelsea discusses her first show and insecurities after having a child

    [6:50] Chelsea’s boxing career and how it has impacted her

    [10:17] Celeste and Chelsea discuss her reason for leaving boxing

    [12:46] Chelsea’s diet and lifestyle during prep and offseason

    [13:45] Chelsea’s favorite exercises

    [16:18] Chelsea’s coaching tips and tricks/her training approach to clients

    [17:40] How Chelsea’s training has evolved over the years/advice on receiving feedback

    [26:00] Chelsea discusses the importance of stage presence and overall package

    [29:01] Chelsea’s IFBB Pro debut experience

    [31:44] Chelsea discusses her stretch marks

    [35:40] Chelsea shares her experience of watching the Olympia 2020 in person

    [37:13] Chelsea opens up about her family life and being a single mother.

    [41:13] How Chelsea has prioritized her family and career.

    [45:10] Chelsea discusses her businesses and hobbies outside of bodybuilding

    [46:55] Chelsea gives advice on first-time home buyers

    [49:05] Best memories as an amatuer/future plans as an IFBB Pro

    [51:24] Chelsea's advice for competitors reaching for their Pro cards.

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    Fri, 22 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    CANDICE HENRICKS

    In this episode, we’re introduced to Candice Henricks, a new IFBB pro who works as a registered respiratory therapist who is inspired to support others in sharing experiences and showing love to all with her faith in Christianity and the belief she holds that we are all in this together and no one is alone. She dives into her journey, the power of faith, her career, vulnerable stories and struggles of her life, and caffeine abuse.

    Candice reflects on 2020 as a year of internal growth. It’s not the year you get what you want, but a year you must make the most of. During her prep to her pro card, she was in quite a bad place, mentally. She could no longer find joy in the process. She was struggling with her diet, after a 28-week prep.

    All in all, she could not even really enjoy the pro card. But moving to Texas changed the game. Thanks to her new coach, she was introduced to a more flexible diet style. Her relationship with food changed. She was able to reflect on what she really enjoys. She feels much healthier.

    This prep was also super different regarding the training. Weight lifting sessions were more intense than ever. However, cardio was kept reasonable. This was a brand new approach. This made her feel empowered and made her fall in love with the process again.
    This prep started as a challenge. Her friend Gina Scafoglio, who’s also an IFBB pro, told Candice she should try and compete with her. Challenge accepted! Candice was on fire, loved everything, and was thriving.

    Candice used to compare her life to IG influencers’ lives. Before moving to Texas, she was in a bad place, financially. She had just graduated but couldn’t find a job. It was a hard time. And it was also very hard not to compare herself to others who « made it ». The solution was simple : temporarily deleting social medias ! And taking time to reflect on herself.

    During this waiting period, Candice took time to reflect on her purpose, and accepting the path she was on. She was able to find balance with food, and put herself in the right mental state for work. She could also focus on her faith.

    When Candice was 17, her mom died of a cancer. This lead Candice to her first journey into faith, leaving her with questions : « why ? », « who’s God ? ». Since then, she’s been building her faith.


    This also made her realize she wanted to help people, she wants to be that person who shows you you can overcome darkness. This is how she choose her career path. She knew she wanted to help and tried to work as a nurse. However, bathing/ cleaning people, … that was not meant for her.

    Then she turned to respiratory therapy. She graduated in a year. This path helped her to switch her mindset from « I can’t » to « I can ». It’s not easy to come from unemployment to 12-hour shifts though. But with organization and routine, Candice made the transition.
    Another point to take into consideration was the fact that we’re in a pandemic. Working in a hospital these times can be really nerve wrecking. But with her fresh mindset, Candice reminds herself that people are the priority, not bodybuilding, which is a « hobby ». It is important to find a routine that works for you, to stay grounded.

    She used to abuse caffeine. She didn’t realize it, but was pretty agitated, leading to relationships issues. After 1 week limiting her intake, she felt a complete change and felt much more calm.
    Regarding artificial sweeteners, she doesn’t want to go cold turkey, but she focuses on living a healthy lifestyle and wants to fuel her body with nourishing foods. Candice loves the pro milieu. She competed at the Battle of Texas, sharing the stage with Olympians. She loved that experience. Compared to amateur level, there is much more positivity. It feels like a community, girls are rooting for each other. This is an inspiring experience.

    Now Candice is in a better mindset and she’s able to truly enjoy the pro status. She puts less pressure on body building and no longer « has to » do things. She switched from not being in the moment to living a healthy and happy lifestyle. Her best advice for a first timer would be to ask themself lf if this is really their passion, if they want to live this lifestyle. Having a great support system helps a lot. It’s important to take things day by day, have a plan.

    For competitors on their way to the pro status, it’s crucial to have a vision on where you want to be. This is you versus you. Whenever you improve, you’re on the right track. Get a great support system and do things day by day.

    CONNECT WITH CANDICE: https://www.instagram.com/can_dice_ifbbpro/
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS
    00 :50 : Presentation of Candice
    1 :46 : Candice talks about her « ritual » before getting on stage. She always remembers every tough moment she went through and reminds herself that every struggle pays off.
    Her vision of 2020 is summarized by : growth
    3 :30 : Celeste also shares her vision of 2020. It all comes down to growth and making the best of hardships.
    4 :30 : Candice share her post pro card experience.
    She had been dieting for 28 weeks, which was quite a mental game. Her mindset regarding dieting was not ok.
    5 :39 : Candice explains how moving to Houston, Texas helped her in her journey.
    It also changed her approach to dieting.
    8 :44 : Candice talks about how she dealt with transition from « bro diet » to flexible diet and how this switch can make dieting much easier.
    You can get the best of both worlds.
    11 :48 : Candice explains her approach regarding her current training, and how it was during the prep. This new way of doing things sparked something and made her love that process again.
    15 :39 : Loving the process again made Candice thrive. She made new connections in this new environment.
    She shares how connections, interactions, can be uplifting and can surround you with good vibes.
    17 :50 : Candice explains how she deals with people’s curiosity, questions, in the gym.
    20 :40 : Candice underlines the importance of showing up, every single day.
    21 :22 : Candice talks about the comparison game, about financial issues and the waiting season, waiting impatiently for things to get better.
    24 :31 : Candice shares how she got past this tough period.
    24 :52 : Candice talks about her faith and how this helped her a lot.
    27 :48 : Candice tells about her first journey into faith.
    30 :44 : Candice explains how your faith can help you but also other people, indirectly.
    32 :47 : Candice shares her action plan, for tough times.
    36 :35 : Candice talks about her choice of carreer path.
    42 :17 : Candice gives her « tips » to transition form an unemployed life to working for 12-hour shifts.
    45 :11 : Working during a pandemic can be nerve wrecking. Candice shares her experience.
    46 :52 : Candice talks about her previous caffeine « addiction » and how minimizing her intake helped her.
    She also shares her standpoint regarding sweeteners and overall dietary approach.
    53 :11 : Candice explains about her peak week.
    56 :05 : Candice gives her insight about the pro milieu
    1 :00 :57 : Candice experienced a mindset shift regarding her IFBB Pro Status. She develops about that.
    1 :03 :45 : Candice shares her advices for first time competitors and for competitors on the journey to the Pro Card.

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/candice-henricks
    Fri, 15 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    COACHES' SERIES; TEAM COSMIC BODIES

    On this episode of coaches' series Celeste Rains-Turk features the power couple behind Team Cosmic Bodies featuring Lauren Dannenmiller who has a BS in Health Science and has been a guest on the show as an IFBB bikini pro who won the 2017 NPC National bikini overall champion title and competitor Kyle Burns who has his BS in health and exercise science and is in pre doctorate stages for physical therapy.
    ​
    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Lauren and Kyle to share their coaching philosophy. Kyle explains how their priority is to take the most responsible approach possible and heavily emphasize educating their clients. Celeste then asks Kyle what inspired him to pursue his doctorate in Physical Therapy while also running his business. After discussing his goals in terms of his education, Celeste uses Kyle’s response to transition into the question of how he and Lauren know how far they can push an athlete.

    Lauren shares her thoughts on how both the athlete’s level their goals help determine how hard she will push them during their prep. Both Lauren and Kyle highlight the importance of trust and communication with their clients and how that affects the levels they are willing to push them to. Next, Celeste asks them how they prioritize their energy and focus since they coach clients at various levels and goals.

    Then, Lauren, and Kyle discuss their thoughts on a natural athlete’s potential for success in the NPC given that they may not be genetically gifted. Lauren and Kyle share their experiences and insight about the importance of patience and understanding that natural athletes, especially new to competing, need to be realistic with their expectations and timelines for their goals and how “living the lifestyle” will benefit them long term. Lauren, having been a natural athlete her entire competing career, shares valuable insight from her own experiences and again emphasizes how patience is key for both success and longevity in the sport.

    From there, Celeste asks Lauren and Kyle how they prioritize their clients hormone health. Lauren mentions why her and Kyle prefer longer preps for their clients and how that method allows for refeeds and diet breaks which both can help maintain healthy hormone levels for as long as possible during prep.

    They also mention how tracking a female competitors cycle adds to their data collection for their prep and how it plays a role in how they can better coach their clients.

    Celeste then asks Lauren and Kyle how they deal with the mental and emotional demands involved with coaching. The couple shares that although it’s still a work in progress, they have learned from their mentors about the importance of setting boundaries and specifying days or time away from work.

    They share that they feel this will give them not only longevity in coaching but allows for them to invest time and attention to their relationship. Next, Celeste asks Lauren and Kyle what they feel makes a good coach and team.

    The couple discusses what they feel is important and also mention goals they have for the future of Team Cosmic Bodies while still sticking to their principles and philosophies.

    Celeste then asks Lauren and Kyle what important questions an athlete should ask during the initial interview process and afterwards they share some of their coaching pet peeves.

    Celeste then asks Lauren and Kyle’s opinion on politics in competing. The conversation transitions into athlete qualities, and Celeste has Lauren and Kyle share what they feel separates the good from the phenomenal athletes.

    After discussing coaching philosophy Celeste starts the hypothetical round of questions. Celeste starts off the round by asking: if she was a competitor with overall wins under her belt, wanting to hit the national circuit yet is looking for a new coaching approach, why would she hire Lauren and Kyle.

    Lauren shares her experiences on her journey through various national shows on her road to pro and explains why those lessons make her a great coach. Next, the couple discusses how they address clients who express that they don’t feel they are ready for their upcoming show.

    Lauren and Kyle also share what they would like a first time competitor to know before deciding to commit to a contest prep. Celeste then asks how the couple approaches training and nutrition when a client comes to them after a bad rebound. Lastly, Celeste asks if Lauren and Kyle would still put an athlete on stage if they have executed their plan to a tee, except for their posing and stage presentation.

    Celeste then moves on to the rapid fire round of questions, asking the couple to give short one-sentence answers to topics such as waist trainers, macros vs meal plans, fed vs fasted, and HIIT or steady state cardio, water cutting and supplements. Based off of their responses, Celeste takes the lead and asks Lauren and Kyle to expand on their thoughts on water cutting during peak week and before a show.

    Next, Celeste asks the couple to share why they advocate for the use of creatine. After discussing creatine and other supplementation, Kyle shares his thoughts on waist trainers. To conclude the episode, Lauren and Kyle tell listeners where and how they can find and connect with them further.

    CONNECT WITH TEAM COSMIC BODIES:
    Team Instagram: www.instagram.com/teamcosmicbodies/
    Website: www.teamcosmicbodies.com/
    YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCmbcjRZI6xOxUgopZ2BwH7w

    Lauren:
    IG: www.instagram.com/laurendannenmiller/
    All Links: linktr.ee/laurendannenmiller

    Kyle:
    IG: www.instagram.com/kyledburns1/


    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    WEBSITE: WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT
    Post-Show Blues, Food Relationship Coaching, & On-Demand Mindset Coaching for Competitors: www.celestial.fit/work-with-me.html

    Time Stamps:
    [0:50] Celeste introduces Lauren and Kyle, the coaches and owners of Team Cosmic Bodies.

    [2:00] Celeste asks Kyle to share the team’s coaching philosophy.

    [5:48] Celeste asks Kyle what inspired him to go for his doctorate while running his business.

    [8:50] Lauren and Kyle discuss how they know how far to push their athletes.

    [14:00] Celeste asks Lauren and Kyle how they prioritize their focus and energy with clients of many different levels.

    [15:45] Lauren and Kyle share their opinions on an athlete’s potential for success in the NPC if they are not genetically gifted.

    [19:45] Lauren and Kyle share how they discuss with their clients realistic expectations, goals, and timelines for muscle gain in natural athletes.

    [21:55] Celeste asks Kyle and Lauren how they prioritize their clients hormone health.

    [28:00] Lauren and Kyle share how the deal with the mental and emotional demands involved with coaching.

    [32:30] Celeste asks what makes a coach a good coach and a team a good team.

    [36:00] Lauren and Kyle discuss what questions they feel athletes should ask before hiring a coach.

    [38:15] Lauren and Kyle share their industry pet peeves.

    [41:35] Celeste asks Lauren and Kyle about politics in competing.

    [43:40] Lauren and Kyle talk about the differences between good and phenomenal athletes.

    [46:10] Celeste starts the hypothetical round of questions.

    [57:50] Celeste starts the rapid fire questions.

    [59:45] Celeste asks Lauren & Kyle to expand on their response to water cutting.

    [61:50] Celeste asks why Lauren & Kyle advocate for the use of creatine.

    [63:30] Kyle shares on his thoughts on waist trainers.

    [69:30] Lauren and Kyle share how listeners can connect with them further.

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/coaches-series-team-cosmic-bodies
    Sat, 09 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    COACHES' SERIES; Hillary Giuda Philpott-HGP Elite

    In this episode, Celeste sits down and talks with Hillary Giuda Philpott, a mother of 2, certified personal trainer and nutrition coach who started training competitors in 2017 & opened her own home gym in 2018. Hillary went into coaching full time in 2019 and is the owner of Team HGP Elite.

    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Hillary to give a brief summary of her coaching philosophy. Next, Celeste asks Hillary about her “whole picture” approach she takes and how understanding her clients lifestyle outside of fitness helps her prepare and provide them the best tools for success.

    Hillary shares an example of how stress can play a role in a clients results and how that can affect progress instead of the body’s response to the prescribed plan. After discussing how understanding lifestyle factors influences her coaching strategies, Hillary shares her thoughts on how she knows how hard to push a client given their goals. Celeste then uses a piece of Hillary’s response to transition into the topic of hormonal health and asks how Hillary how she prioritizes hormone health for her clients.

    Next, Hillary shares her thoughts on what she feels makes a good coach a good coach, or a team a good team. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the body’s functions, limits, and when it is and is not appropriate to push a client to certain extremes. Hillary highlights that it is important for a coach to have good people skills so their clients will not feel fear or anxiety during check ins. Regardless of whether a client has perfectly executed their plan or have encountered an obstacle, they should feel a level of comfort and peace to be able to openly discuss that with their coach.

    After sharing her thoughts on client-coaching relationships and the trust that should come with that, Celeste asks Hillary if she has any pet peeves regarding coaching or the fitness industry as a whole. She shares a personal experience she had in where a coach made her feel like she wasn’t good enough and that she had to prove her worth as an athlete via the execution of her plan, and how she vows to never let her clients feel less than one another on her team.

    Celeste briefly dives into the psychology behind athletes working to please coaches instead of for self gratification and affects, both positive and negative, that can have on ones mentality. Celeste then asks Hillary how she prioritizes her energy and focus on her clients of different levels, as she works with women who have goals for both lifestyle and competition.

    Switching gears, Celeste asks Hillary what qualities or characteristics she feels separates a good athlete from a phenomenal athlete. Hillary shares her thoughts on this topic with her personal experiences as a competitor. She also emphasizes that while she believes competing is possible for everyone, it must be made a priority for one to be successful.

    After sharing her thoughts, Celeste asks Hillary how she personally deals with the physical, mental, and emotional tolls that come with being a coach. Once again, Hillary shares how her experiences as a competitor helps her empathize and relate to her clients on a deeper level, and the strategies she uses when facing difficult situations.

    Next, Celeste touches on the camaraderie amongst the athletes on Hillary’s team and asks how she was able to foster such a supportive environment. Hillary admits that she isn’t quite sure how the strong camaraderie came to be, but expresses her pride in the fact that all her clients seem to connect, regardless of their goal, current fitness level, or physical location.

    Next, Celeste asks Hillary’s opinion on politics and competing. Hillary shares her thoughts, again both personal and from experiences with clients. She also shares her insights on a natural athlete’s potential for success in the NPC without being “genetically gifted.”

    Hillary emphasizes the importance of understanding that while all goals are attainable, everyone’s timeline for achieving said goals will be very different. To conclude the philosophical round of questions, Celeste asks Hillary if there is anything she wishes potential clients would ask her, or any coach, in the initial interview process. Hillary shares that she feels a client should always feel comfortable to ask a coach the why’s behind their plan and be able to always have an open and honest line of communication.

    Moving on, Celeste starts the hypothetical round of questions.
    Hillary highlights the strengths she brings to the table and the strategy she would take when bringing an athlete to the national stage.

    While discussing her approach to programming and rebounds, Hillary addresses the importance of continuing to follow a reverse diet despite the setback instead of resorting to once again restricting food, as the focus should be on a client’s recovery instead of going back to caloric restriction as a form of punishment.

    Both Celeste and Hillary discuss the importance of understanding the psychology aspect of a rebound and the strategies to use with clients to set them up for success in terms of getting their consistency back on track. To finish up the hypotheticals round, Celeste asks Hillary if a competition client has been consistent with everything except their posing, whether or not she would still let them step on stage.

    They reference Celeste's food relationship program and resources which Hillary has found success in sending her clients to.
    Free Food Series: www.celestial.fit/foodseries
    Food Relationship Healing & Discovery Program: www.celestial.fit/foodfreedom

    Celeste then moves into the rapid fire round of questioning, where she has Hillary give a short answer on a handful of topics, including meal plans versus macros, waist trainers, and fasted cardio. After sharing her responses, Hillary expands on the topic of macros versus meal plans and she emphasizes that what matters most about a diet is not the type but whether or not it is sustainable.

    Next, Celeste asks Hillary to elaborate on her opinion of fed versus fasted cardio, as Hillary had a strong reaction to the initial question. Hillary shares her reasoning behind her cardio preference and then gives some insights to her thoughts on supplements. To conclude the episode, Celeste asks Hillary to share her website and social media channels so listeners can connect with her further.

    CONNECT WITH HILLARY:
    TEAM IG PAGE: https://www.instagram.com/team_hgp_elite/
    HILLARY IG PAGE: https://www.instagram.com/hillary_giuda_philpott/​

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT
    https://instagram.com/celestial_fit

    Time Stamps:
    [0:50] Celeste introduces Hillary Giuda Philpott of Team HGP Elite.

    [2:10] Celeste asks Hillary to summarize her coaching philosophy.

    [4:15] Hillary shares how understanding the “whole picture” of a clients lifestyle helps her give them the best tools for success.

    [6:30] Celeste asks Hillary how she knows how far she can push a client.

    [8:50] Hillary talks about how she makes her clients hormone health a priority.

    [11:40] Celeste asks Hillary to expand on her thoughts about what makes a good coach or team truly a good coach/team.

    [15:00] Hillary shares some pet peeves she has about coaches and the fitness industry.

    [19:25] Hillary talks about how she prioritizes her time, energy, and focus amongst her athletes.

    [22:25] Celeste asks Hillary her opinion on what she feels separates a good athlete from a phenomenal athlete.

    [25:00] Celeste asks Hillary what physical, mental, and emotional tolls coaching takes on her and what she does to handle those emotions.

    [28:00] Celeste asks Hillary how she’s fostered an environment of camaraderie amongst the athletes on her team.

    [32:00] Hillary shares her opinion on politics and competing.

    [35:40] Celeste asks Hillary her opinion on athletes success in the NPC without being genetically gifted.

    [37:40] Celeste has Hillary share what she wishes clients would or wouldn’t ask in an initial conversation or interview with a coach.

    [44:30] Celeste starts the hypotheticals round of questions by asking Hillary if she were an athlete wanting to make a coaching switch before hitting the national circuit, why would she hire Hillary?

    [46:00] Hillary shares how she would respond to a client who is questioning whether or not she is ready being 4 weeks out from a show.

    [47:45] Hillary shares what she would want a potential competition prep client to know before committing to competing.

    [49:50] Celeste asks how Hillary approaches nutrition and training plan for a client who’s had a bad rebound after a show.

    [53:00] Hillary expands on why competitors shouldn’t continue to restrict after a rebound or slipping up on their reverse.

    [57:00] Celeste asks Hillary if she would put a client on stage even knowing that she is not fully prepared in terms of presentation.

    [60:10] Celeste starts off the rapid fire questions asking Hillary about waist trainers, macros vs meal plans, fasted cardio, etc.

    [61:15] Hillary expands on her response to macros vs. meal plans.

    [63:35] Celeste asks Hillary to expand on the topic of fasted vs fed cardio.

    [65:15] Hillary quickly expands on her opinion about supplements.

    [66:30] Hillary shares where people can find & connect with her further

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/coaches-series-hillary-giuda-philpott-hgp-elite
    Fri, 08 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    COACHES' SERIES; ADAM ATKINSON-SEE YOU LATER LEANER

    Today, host Celeste Rains-Turk interviews Adam Atkinson of See You Later Leaner who has had a passion for fitness and health since he was young as his dad and he created their own home gym which sparked a passion for lifting much like his fathers passion. He has been a powerlifter and nationally qualified bodybuilder himself. He turned his love of lifting into a career training at a local YMCA in 2002 with his issa certification. As his client base grew he founded SYLL in Columbus, Ohio to provide proper nutrition on top of training. He has been coined the diet doc of his town and works with people from all walks of life and of course competitors. His success in the NPC, IFBB, and other federations has led to many top placings, pro cards, and ultimately dream making which is his true passion

    In this educational and informative episode, coach Adam discusses the personal and professional trials and tribulations he tackles as a contest prep coach.

    Adam and Celeste dive deep into topics concerning Adam’s coaching philosophy, prioritizing the health of his clients, and ways to make sure the body is ready for the rigors of prep. Adam elaborates on the attributes and separating factors between good athletes versus athletes that are truly exceptional.

    He goes on to talk about the use of PEDs with amateur athletes, and sheds light on the rumors associated with “politics” in competing. In the rapid-fire round, Celeste inquires about many hot topics in the realm of bikini prep; Adam answers, providing listeners with his honest and experience based input.

    Adam’s level of commitment to his clients and passion for coaching radiates throughout this episode, as he provides touching and personal experiences during his time as a competition prep coach.

    Of course, Adam provides ways for listeners to connect with him on social media, as well as his website. This is certainly an episode you don’t want to miss!

    Connect with Adam
    Instagram: https://instagram.com/seeyoulaterleaner
    Website: https://www.seeyoulaterleaner.com

    Connect with Celeste:
    Instagram: https://instagram.com/celestial_fit
    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Episode Time Stamps:
    [1:34] Celeste introduces Adam to the show
    [2:20] Adam’s coaching philosophy
    [3:45] Adam talks about how he prioritizes health with his athletes
    [6:04] Talking about determining how far to push an athlete
    [7:42] Hormones/panels to run to determine if someone is healthy for prep
    [9:40] Adam explains a “sympathetic state”
    [11:57] Adam shares what potential clients should look out for before seeking a coach
    [14:36] Attributes that make a good coach/athlete team
    [17:17] Characteristic of good athletes vs phenomenal athletes
    [19:37] Adam talks about the demands and struggles of coaching
    [21:40] Adam describes how he prioritizes the needs of different IFBB Professionals
    [25:45] Can natural athletes do well in the NPC if they are not genetically favored?
    [28:50] Politics in competing?
    [32:45] Celeste gives various hypothetical competitor scenarios, Adam answers how he would address them accordingly
    [37:03] Adam describes how he would help a struggling client post-show
    [38:40] Putting a competitor who has a great physique but struggles with posing on stage
    [41:38] Adam talks about benefits/risks of waist trainers
    [42:50] Adams take on the “if it fits your macros” vs “meal plan” dieting
    [46:25] Limiting water intake/cutting water
    [46:43] Steady state vs HIIT cardio workouts
    [47:03] Best supplements/vitamins for competitors
    [49:15] Adam talks about an experience where he had to fire a client
    [50:10] Adam describes how to get the most out of steady-state cardio sessions

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/coaches-series-adam-atkinson-see-you-later-leaner
    Thu, 07 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    COACHES' SERIES; TEAM ATLAS-James Ayotte, Jennifer Dorie, & Angeline Jeanson

    Today, Host Celeste Rains-Turk sits down with members of Team Atlas, including James Ayotte, Angeline Jeanson, and Jennifer Dorie. James started coaching in 2016 and has made 21 IFBB pros in the past 2 years. He currently has 2 of the Top 5 bikini Olympians & had 4 bikini Olympians in 2020. Angeline is the head posing coach and builds their athletes' complete look. She is an IFBB bikini pro and a mechanical engineer. Jennifer has a degree in Kinesiology, and placed 2nd at the prestigious 2020 Olympia.

    The conversation begins with James discussing the detailed philosophy of Team Atlas and what sets them apart. James says that each detail is cared for, from bracelets to suit color. The most important thing is the quality of the athletes produced. Each athlete gets individual service, no one is just a number.

    Celeste asks James to discuss how they manage having so many athletes. Many tasks are delegated to Jen and Angeline, such as administrative tasks, as well as getting multiple points of view from Jen and Angeline. James credits organization for their success.

    They never procrastinate. Jen says they all thrive off of being productive and enjoying what they do. Angeline talks about the most important things the athletes need to focus on in each posing session. She coaches technique first then works on the details. She selects every detail about their look, including suit connectors, cut and color. James expands on suit selection and its importance and how it’s so difficult to get the perfect cut and color.

    Regarding what sets apart a good athlete from a champion athlete, James starts with a bad athlete as someone who doesn’t have great genetics and doesn’t follow the plan. A good athlete begins with someone who follows protocol and makes corrections and listens to feedback. A great athlete is someone who cares deeply about their progress. Jen agrees that being coachable is important. The athlete has to take ego out of the process.

    James says the best athlete can put their egos aside. Angelina says she agrees with the ego element. She wants each athlete to look their best on stage and sometimes sees athletes unwilling to listen to her advice and they get limited by their egos. James says he, Jen, and Angelina are all very different and all the same. They have different approaches but are all detailed and organized.

    James talks about the fine balance between pushing an athlete and prep while keeping them as healthy as possible. He admits that prepping is not the healthiest thing. Bodybuilding is an extreme sport and requires an athlete to experience hunger. He would never do anything extreme to get an athlete on stage.

    He would say no and recommend a later show. He hates short prep because it doesn’t allow for time to practice posing, also. Jen says sometimes clients have unrealistic expectations and she has to be honest with the athlete that they will not be healthy and show ready. Extreme preps also make the rebound much harder.

    Celeste asks James for his thoughts on the claims that politics play a role in judging outcomes. He and Jen both say it’s ridiculous and a cop-out. There are no free wins, they are all earned in the IFBB. The judges want the best athlete to win on show day. There is a panel of judges as an insurance to keep fair judging.

    James brings up the point that Instagram photos look different than stage comparison photos, which can show more detail. Angelina says that the overall look matters in judging and can take away from a great physique. Fifty percent of the battle is your presentation and posing. If you’re going to make a choice, like an unusual hair cut or suit color, everything else has to be on point.

    Celeste asks Angeline what they would do if they had an athlete whose physique is on point but their posing is lacking. Would they still put them on stage? Angeline is honest with the athlete how their posing will hinder them. She says it’s on them if they decide to ignore their posing practice and still get on stage.

    Celeste asks James what he would want someone to know before they commit to competing. James says they are very passionate about their jobs and wants their athletes to have the best experience. They aren’t driven by the money, they have passion for their athletes. Jen says if you aren’t willing to give 100%, then Team Atlas isn’t for you. They expect a lot and have high standards. They have never declined an athlete because of genetics, only because of work ethic and mindset.

    Next, the team discusses how they would handle an athlete who doesn’t feel ready but is physically ready. They would encourage them to stop looking in the mirror! Send check-ins and listen to the coaches. If James isn’t worried, the athlete shouldn’t be worried.

    James likes to have athletes ready ahead of time so they can cruise into the show and have a more refreshed body. If an athlete isn’t going to be ready but still wants to compete at a specific show, she asks what their goals are for the show. If it’s just a matter of having fun and bringing their best, then she thinks it’s fine they still choose that show. They would never tell an athlete they are capable of something they aren’t. They want their athletes to have realistic goals.

    Celeste asks their approach to an athlete that has a bad post-show rebound. James explains how the metabolism is affected at the end of prep and how a reverse is necessary to bring it back to a higher rate. He says reverse is harder than prep because the show is over but they still need to stay on track.

    For the last hypothetical question, Celeste asks if an athlete that is one year into competing and wants to turn pro, why would they hire Team Atlas? James says he would actually encourage the athlete to stick with their current coach if they are doing well. Jen says if this happens, usually there is an issue. If you’re happy where you are, then don’t shop around. But if you have to chase your coach for check ins, then you should inquire about a new coach.

    Celeste begins the rapid fire questions with seven questions and each coach gives short answers. To see all questions asked in the coach series you can visit the main blog breaking it down

    After finishing the rapid fire questions, Celeste asks where the egg term came from. James says it was something silly that came from another client referring to himself as an egg when he had to shave his head and beard for a show.

    Celeste wraps up by thanking Team Atlas for joining her on the podcast.

    WAYS TO CONNECT:

    CONNECT WITH TEAM ATLAS:
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/teamatlasmtl/
    WEBSITE: WWW.TEAMATLASMTL.COM


    CONNECT WITH JAMES:
    MIND LEADER IG: https://www.instagram.com/mindleader/
    MIND LEADER YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3RId73Xm0CHY6v1cycCMfA

    CONNECT WITH JEN DORIE:
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdorie_ifbbpro/
    YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiQs8mwt1BfGc6bREoPxBkg

    CONNECT WITH ANGELINE:
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/angelinejeanson/
    ALL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/PosingbyA

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    SIGN UP FOR THE FREE FOOD RELATIONSHIP ​COACHING SERIES: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/free-food-relationship-mentorship
    Get Access to the Free Post-Show Blues ​Coaching Series: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/free-7day-post-show-personal-development-coaching-series


    EPISODE TIME STAMPS:

    [1:00] Celeste introduces Team Atlas

    [2:10] James talks about his coaching philosophy.

    [3:19] Celeste asks how they manage to have so many athletes.

    [6:40] Angeline talks about their approach to posing.

    [8:53] James expands on suit selection and its importance.

    [10:00] The group talks about what sets apart a good athlete from a great athlete.

    [21:10] Celeste asks how they determine how far to push an athlete.

    [26:20] James talks about the claim of politics in judging.

    [31:33] Celeste asks the group some hypothetical questions.

    [36:04] The team talks to how they would handle an athlete who doesn’t feel ready but is physically ready.

    [41:53] Celeste asks their approach to an athlete that has a bad post-show rebound.

    [46:00] Celeste asks about a hypothetical scenario regarding coach selection.

    [49:16] Rapid fire questions begin.

    [63:43] Celeste asks about the origin of the egg term.

    [65:40] Celeste wraps up the conversation thanking James, Jen, and Angeline for joining her.

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/coaches-series-team-atlas-james-ayotte-jennifer-dorie-angeline-jeanson
    Wed, 06 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    COACHES' SERIES; GLAM GIRL BIKINI
    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/coaches-series-glam-girl-bikini
    Tue, 05 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    COACHES' SERIES; NICOLE FERRIER

    In this episode, Celeste kicks off the second round of Coach’s Week by speaking with Nicole Ferrier, an online lifestyle and competition coach who is also the host of her own podcast, Beyond the Bikini, and who is an NPC Bikini athlete and has competed in 18 shows.

    Celeste also emphasizes Nicole’s education credentials and certifications and highlights that Nicole also focuses on prioritizing her clients mental health and food relationships in both the lifestyle and competition realms.

    First, Celeste breaks down the types of questions she will be asking Nicole so both Nicole and the listeners can understand the structure of this new Coach’s Series. Celeste starts off with a round of philosophy questions, asking Nicole to summarize her personal philosophy and coaching style.

    Nicole then goes on to share how she handles the mental, physical and emotional demands that coaching can have as she is a coach who is heavily invested in her clients results and progress. Celeste mentions how Nicole emphasizes educating her clients and how she works with them on their relationship with food.

    Nicole shares how she works with clients that feel apprehensive or overwhelmed about the prescribed food on their plan, especially with those that are prescribed more food than they are used to eating. Nicole also opens up and shares her personal struggles with an eating disorder and how that experience has helped her become a better coach.

    After discussing the importance of coaching and food relationships, Celeste asks Nicole her opinion on what she feels is important in a coach or a team that sets them apart from others. With Nicole’s opinion in mind, she shares how her experiences as a competitor have helped her shape and mold her personal coaching philosophy and also talks about what she wishes potential clients would ask her in their initial consultation call.

    Next, Celeste asks Nicole to elaborate more on some of her coaching strategies. Celeste starts off by asking a listener question, having Nicole share how she determines how far or how hard she can push her athletes. Celeste then asks Nicole how she addresses situations with clients that go “above and beyond” their plan. Branching off of the topic of monitoring client progress, Celeste asks Nicole about the approach she takes when peaking her clients for competition while taking a macro based approach.

    Nicole then shares her opinion on what she feels are qualities or characteristics that separate the good athletes from the phenomenal athletes. Celeste then asks Nicole to share her opinion on the somewhat taboo subject of natural athletes in the NPC and their potential for success without having “gifted genetics.” Circling back to the focus of client health as Nicole had mentioned previously, Celeste asks Nicole how she keeps her clients internal health a priority.

    After talking coaching strategies Celeste and Nicole discuss pet peeves and about both the fitness industry in general and coach-client relationships. Nicole gives a more in depth description of how she prioritizes her clients given that they have such varying goals, for example lifestyle and competition, and she also shares her opinion on politics in competing.

    From there, Celeste starts the second round of questioning, the hypotheticals, and asks that Nicole share her best opinion on each question. The subjects in this round consist of topics such as clients on their road to pro looking to change coaches before hitting the national circuit, client reassurance from Nicole as their coach if they are experiencing doubt during contest prep, what Nicole would like a potential client to know before committing to a competition prep, how she would help a competitor deal with a bad rebound, and if she would follow through with putting a competition client on stage even knowing that this client hadn’t been as diligent and dedicated to perfecting their stage presentation.

    After finishing the hypotheticals, Celeste and Nicole get into the quick fire round of questioning. The quick fire round includes topics such as meal plan preferences, best methods of cardio for fat loss, waist trainers, and supplements.

    Nicole chooses a few of those questions to elaborate on and share her deeper thoughts and insight. She then shares key advice to listeners about the process of interviewing and hiring a coach and Celeste concludes the episode by having Nicole share where and how listeners can find her and connect with her further.

    CONNECT WITH NICOLE:
    https://www.nicoleferrierfitness.com
    https://www.instagram.com/nicoleferrierfitness/?hl=en
    https://linktr.ee/nicoleferrierfitness

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/?hl=en

    FOOD RELATIONSHIP COACHING FREE SERIES: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/free-food-relationship-mentorship


    Episode Time Stamps:
    [0:45] Celeste introduces Nicole.

    [1:40] Celeste goes over the format of how and what types of questions will be asked for the Coaches week series.

    [2:00] Nicole summarizes her coaching philosophy.

    [2:50] Celeste asks Nicole how she handles the mental and emotional demands that come from being a coach.

    [4:20] Nicole shares her top three recommendations for clients who are apprehensive about eating the prescribed food on their plan.

    [5:50] Celeste asks Nicole how her personal struggles with her relationship with food has helped her become a better coach to her clients in the same respects.

    [7:45] Celeste asks Nicole’s opinion on what she thinks makes a good coach or team truly a good coach/team.

    [9:10] Nicole shares how her experiences as a competitor have molded her approach to her coaching style.

    [11:25] Nicole discusses what questions she wishes potential clients would ask her before deciding to work together.

    [13:30] Celeste asks Nicole how she determines how hard or far to push an athlete.

    [16:25] Celeste asks Nicole how she addresses situations where she feels her clients may be going “above and beyond” their prescribed plan.

    [18:05] Nicole shares insight on peaking her athletes who take a macro based approach with their diet.

    [20:00] Celeste asks Nicole what qualities she feels separates the good athletes from the phenomenal athletes.

    [21:15] Celeste asks Nicole’s opinion on natural athletes and their potential for success in the NPC.

    [22:30] Nicole discusses how she keeps her clients hormonal health a priority.

    [24:00] Celeste asks Nicole about any fitness industry pet peeves.

    [25:45] Celeste asks Nicole if she has any pet peeves in terms of coach-client relationships.

    [27:40] Nicole talks about how she prioritizes her clients, despite their varying levels of goals (ie. competition vs lifestyle clients).

    [29:00] Nicole shares her opinion on the topic of politics in competing.

    [31:10] Celeste starts the hypothetical round of questions, starting with this: if she were a competitor going for her pro card and seeking a new approach with coaching, why would she hire Nicole?

    [32:00] Hypothetical question #2: how would Nicole reassure a client they are on track and will be ready for their show, despite the clients doubts?

    [33:35] Hypothetical question #3: what is something Nicole wants a potential client to know before committing to a contest prep?

    [35:30] Hypothetical question #4: how would Nicole address a client who comes to her wanting to reverse and get “back to normal” after feeling they had a hard rebound.

    [37:50] Hypothetical question #5: would Nicole put a competition client on stage even while knowing that client has not spent enough time on their posing?

    [39:15] Celeste kicks off the rapid fire round of questions with Nicole.

    [40:35] Nicole expands on the rapid fire question about firing a client.

    [42:43] Nicole expands on the topic of supplements and competing.

    [45:00] Nicole shares advice to listeners about the process of interviewing and hiring a coach.

    [46:20] Celeste asks Nicole to share how listeners can find and connect with her further.

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/coaches-series-nicole-ferrier
    Mon, 04 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    BRITTANY HAMILTON

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Brittany Hamilton, an IFBB Bikini Pro who earned her pro card at Universe in 2019, works as a posing coach and is also a sponsored athlete with Natural Science and Angel Competition Bikinis. Celeste starts off the episode by asking Brittany if she has a routine or a ritual she performs right before her heel hits the stage. Brittany explains how she prefers to stand back and reflect on her prep and the process it took her to get to stage.


    Next, Celeste presents Brittany a “myth buster” question; asking her opinion on whether or not an athlete should win an overall title before deciding to hit the national circuit. Brittany shares her insight on the topic and afterwards, Celeste mentions how Brittany’s placings varied throughout her amateur career with little consistency. She then asks Brittany if she had any doubts in herself or her abilities because of the various placings between both first and second call outs. Brittany talks about the feelings that came with receiving different types of feedback on each physique she brought to stage and what she had to change to best fit the criteria the judges were looking for in bikini.


    Brittany shares the shocking detail that it has been two years since she last trained shoulders and she discusses the tweaks she’s made to her posing and overall presentation to try to compensate for her overpowering upper body. Celeste then asks Brittany what her current training split looks like since she’s had to refrain from training certain muscle groups. Despite the sacrifices Brittany has had to make to her physique to stay with the standards of the division, she shares why she loves competing in bikini.

    Next, Celeste takes Brittany back to her journey as an amateur and asks Brittany what gave her that drive and tenacity to go after and achieve her pro card. Brittany talks about the support from her coach, Adam, from Team See You Later Leaner, and she discusses what she has most benefited from by learning from him and having his guidance throughout her progression as an athlete. After hearing about her experiences thus far with her coaches, Celeste asks Brittany to share one of her favorite moments she has had with them.

    This question calls Brittany to reflect on this years competitions, and Brittany mentions her feedback from the Klash Championship. She discusses the physique she brought, her feedback, and what her and Adam discussed before building the game plan allowing her to make the necessary changes for the New York Pro. Brittany talks about the extreme changes her training took to bring the look the judges wanted from her.

    Celeste then guides the conversation in a different direction, asking Brittany about taking time off and when she knows it is her time to take a break from competing. She asks Brittany what she does and how she prioritizes giving her body the necessary rest before deciding to start another contest prep. Brittany explains how she takes breaks more for the mental aspect since she doesn’t need to focus on gaining muscle or putting on any more size. Brittany circles back to competing at the NY Pro and how it was the biggest learning experience she’s had this season. She shares how her and her coach really took the time and energy to discover the best nutrition and training plan for her to bring her best look to stage.

    Brittany talks about how self-reflection opened her eyes to what she sees as one of her weaknesses and the strategy she has to improve on this weakness. After hearing that Brittany’s plan involves cutting out all sugars and artificial sweeteners, Celeste asks Brittany to share her experiences so far and if she has done any specific testing to further educate herself. Because of all the highs and lows Brittany has experienced through her 2020 season, Celeste asks how she has handled everything both mentally and emotionally.

    Next, Celeste asks Brittany about her first season as a pro and what it was like to be backstage and surrounded by many seasoned athletes who she has admired and looked up to for years. Brittany also talks about her friendship with Lauren Adams, another IFBB bikini pro, and the positive impact it has had on her journey. Since Brittany is also a posing coach, Celeste has Brittany share what she feels are the most important aspects for a posing routine.

    After sharing her insight Brittany talks about what she has learned from her experiences working with Casey Samsel, another IFBB Pro who helped Brittany drastically change and improve her presentation. She emphasizes the importance of coaches needing coaches as well, especially when it comes to posing, as an outside eye can catch details that an athlete cannot see in their own routine.

    After talking competing, Celeste asks Brittany if she has any other hobbies or interests in life that give her fulfillment outside of bodybuilding. Brittany tells listeners about her current job outside of the fitness industry but that she wants to become more involved in fitness by getting her training and nutrition certifications. She talks about how she loves being outdoors and has interests in fishing and before finding bodybuilding was a golf professional.

    Celeste and Brittany discuss her former career in golf and Celeste asks if there are any similarities in mindset or approach between the two sports and if golf has had any influence on the athlete she has become in bodybuilding. Next, Brittany shares her advice for both first time competitors and girls on their road to pro and then tells listeners where they can find and connect with her further.

    CONNECT WITH BRITTANY: https://www.instagram.com/britthamilton_ifbbpro/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/


    Time Stamps:
    [0:50] Celeste introduces Brittany.

    [1:40] Celeste asks Brittany about her pre stage ritual.

    [4:20] Celeste has Brittany share her opinion on competing at the national level before winning an overall at the regional level.

    [7:05] Brittany discusses if she had any doubts before earning her pro card as her placings varied between her regional and national shows.

    [12:00] Celeste asks Brittany about what she changed to make her shoulders seem smaller on stage.

    [14:15] Celeste asks Brittany to share her training split as she mentioned she doesn’t train upper body.

    [16:20] Brittany discusses why she loves competing in the bikini division.

    [18:20] Celeste asks Brittany what drove her tenacity and decision to go for her pro card.

    [20:15] Celeste asks about Brittany’s coach and if his support has benefited her progression as an athlete.

    [23:05] Brittany shares her most memorable moments with her coach thus far on her competing journey.

    [25:30] Brittany talks about the training changes she made between the Klash and NY Pro to bring the look to match the judges criteria for bikini.

    [27:10] Celeste asks Brittany if there was anything particular thing she did to prioritize giving her body a break before starting a new prep.

    [31:35] Celeste asks how Brittany and Adam, her coach, discovered the best nutrition and cardio plan for her to bring the right look to New York Pro.

    [34:00] Brittany shares what she feels is a weakness of hers and what changes she’ll be implementing to improve on this weakness.

    [36:20] Celeste asks Brittany about her decision to cut out all sugars and artificial sweeteners.

    [39:00] Celeste asks Brittany how the 2020 seasons lessons have been for her both mentally and emotionally.

    [42:15] Celeste asks Brittany about her experiences backstage and what she feels being surrounded by other women she’s admired and looked up to for years.

    [44:20] Brittany talks about her friendship with Lauren Adams and what it means to have such a good friend in the sport.

    [47:25] Celeste asks Brittany what she feels is most important in a posing routine & when stepping on stage.

    [49:20] Brittany talks about how she improved her posing and what she learned working with Casey Samsel.

    [54:00] Celeste asks Brittany how she finds fulfillment in life outside of bodybuilding.

    [56:00] Celeste asks Brittany if her career in pro golf has any similarities to her career in bodybuilding.

    [57:40] Brittany shares her best advice for first time competitors and for the girls on their road to pro.

    [61:00] Brittany tells listeners where they can find & connect with her.

    ​

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/brittany-hamilton
    Fri, 01 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
    MAEGHAN EGLI

    In this week’s episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with newly crowned IFBB Professional who played and coached club and collegiate volleyball and has been competing since 2016 and just went pro at NPC universe 2020, while working as a sales executive marketing rep for Ticor Title and living the wife and dog mom life, Maeghan Egli, to discuss the ins and outs of her road to her pro card.

    Maeghan starts by sharing what initially got her interested in the sport and how she began her first prep with a novice coach. She talks about how they learned about the methodology and competing together and how maybe honey-glazed salmon was a little too complicated of a meal while prepping.

    In her first two years of competing working with this novice coach, Maeghan talks about how she went to her first national show with no understanding of the weight that nationals carry and what it truly means to earn a pro card, despite walking away from that show with a 4th place title.

    Although she received an incredible placing, Maeghan talks about the day of prejudging for her first national show when she experienced a scare – passing out prior to stepping on stage. As someone with a very all-or-nothing mindset, Maeghan learned the importance of listening to her body and eating or drinking water when she needed it, especially because the incident left her with 12 stiches underneath her chin.

    As the episode progresses, Maeghan shares the importance of researching a coach and what factors influenced her decision to hire a coach that had more experience in the world of competing than she did as opposed to someone who would learn along with her and the experiences and expectations she had of herself when working with this more experienced coach.

    Maeghan shares in depth about her no-excuses mentality and how it has brought her this far in not only competing, but in her career and her marriage. She shares the importance of routine in her daily life and how her athlete mentality has influenced her to become the best possible version of herself, which includes merging her professional life with her competition and fitness life. Maeghan shares about all the wonderful opportunities that have presented themselves to her since she made the decision to no longer isolate each part of her life.

    As the episode draws to a close, Maeghan shares how her strategies have changed between Universe and North American’s as well as the feedback she has received and how she plans to grow and change (which also includes a surprising, uncommon area where she is looking for growth). Maeghan talks about how her suit and hair color have changed over the years and the reasoning behind the decision to make these changes.

    In perfect Confessions of a Bikini Pro fashion, the interview wraps up with Maeghan sharing her best advice for those new to competing as well as those looking to go pro. This wonderful, insightful and relatable episode, Maeghan shows how to live by the words “If it’s important to you, you’ll find a way; if not, you’ll find an excuse.”



    CONNECT WITH MAEGHAN: https://www.instagram.com/maeghanegli/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/



    EPISODE TIME STAMPS

    [1:20] Pre Stage Rituals

    [3:02] The first Prep

    [5:04] Working with a novice coach

    [7:13] Knowing when to switch coaches

    [10:18] Stepping away from a show and taking time to grow

    [12:33] Showing up at nationals with a love for the sport over nerves

    [13:12] Passing out before the stage

    [16:30] How passing out changed a view on bodybuilding

    [21:59] Signs your body is giving you that you need a break

    [24:25] Working with an experienced coach

    [25:56] Expectations of a new coach

    [27:36] Post-Wedding Prep

    [29:00] An athlete mentality and it’s influence in life

    [33:01] Leaving no room for excuses

    [36:19] Developing a morning routine

    [39:08] Managing a work schedule with competing and a marriage

    [43:01] Sharing her business and fitness together on social media

    [46:10] Inspiration after earning a pro card

    [47:38] How being a pro effects the way you show up for yourself

    [49:15] Current goals with no show in mind

    [50:45] Favorite exercises for glutes, hamstrings and shoulders

    [52:07] The difference between Universe and North American’s

    [54:09] Peaking strategy leading into Universe

    [57:22] Changing Hair Color

    [58:40] Feedback on suit color

    [1:00:13] Best advice for girls who have never competed before and those on the road to pro

    Life long athlete, played and coached club and collegiate volleyball, went pro at NPC universe in 2020, wife and dog mom

    [1:20] pre stage ritual: chatting with the girls in line, no specific ritual, in deep conversations with those around her to distract herself from nerves

    [3:02] first prep in 2016 and inspiration for competing – longer prep because she had been seeing a trainer at her local gym for winter/summer break to stay in shape for volleyball then go back to college, came back after graduating and the trainer saw her, even though she wasn’t training for a purpose. There was a local one in may of the next year and she was all in for it, it was the first time he had prepped anyone, super cheap training like $100/month, started in NOV 2016, intention of may 2017 show.

    [5:04] working with a coach who had never prepped anyone before – fancy, complicated meals, was hard to control variables, 4 or 5 weeks into prep she was getting leaner and it was obvious he didn’t know what he was doing so he brought one of his friends in and asked for help, after 1.5-2 weeks into that she fired the trainer because the other guy was doing the work and she asked the other guy to prep her. Stayed with him for the first 2 years of the competition

    [7:13] Knowing when to switch coaches – her old coach and her were learning and experiencing things together, she got to the point where she wanted to pursue it in a more competitive way and she felt that she needed someone that had more knowledge than her, not someone who was learning with her. She hired Shane Heugly because he had been in the game and knew what level she wanted to be at as opposed to growing linearly. If you’re wanting to look at other coaches, talk to your coach about it, let them understand what your thoughts are and be transparent. She wanted someone who was already competitive at the level she wants to be at.

    [10:18] Stepping away from your first national show and taking time to grow – the universe delivers when you’re ready because I stepped on to that national stage not knowing what a procard was and what placing meant. She was just enjoying training and doing it because she loved the sport. Her husband proposed to her two weeks before nationals, wanting to get married in a year, so after this show she’s going to focus on life and wedding stuff, before she even received her placing she knew she was going to take time off, she knew she wasn’t going to compete until 3 months after her wedding minimum.

    [12:33] Showing up at nationals with a love for the sport over nerves – placed 4th at first national show, she thinks that

    [13:12] passing out before stage – follows her plans to a T – i.e. if plan says eat at 8am, won’t eat at 7:59 or 8:01, woke up that morning dehydrated of prejudging, had to get her tan touched up and got super dizzy standing in line for touch ups and passed out in the tanning tent, woke up instantly and had hit the underside of her chin on the fan in front of her, split open her chin, stepped on stage for prejudging with makeshift bandages under her chin, held a tissue there seconds before she stepped on stage, went to the ER later that night and got 12 stitches, went back and did finals with stitches in her face. Lessons learned – don’t cut water, don’t drink wine the night before and EAT if you’re dizzy!

    [16:30] How passing out changed her view of bodybuilding – it’s hard because it could have been prevented had she eaten before she went to tanning, get in the mindset in competing that it’s so hardcore you should push through the suffering, you need to recognize your limits. Stepping on stage is not worth your overall health. In that moment I felt like I had to push past it, but it’s important to know that you do have to go to extreme levels, but if it comes down to “I’m going to pass out” just eat and drink some water. The fact that she hit the only part that the judges couldn’t see was insane. She knew that passing out was on her, her coach didn’t tell her not to eat or drink, she made that decision. Also judges will disqualify you if they know you passed out.

    [21:59] Body giving you signs you need a break – 3-4 weeks out from USAs, her body was stalling, not losing weight, was doing HIIT and steady state cardio (2-3 sessions/day) and nothing was changing. Coach at the time reached out to friends and was like “what do I do” and the coaches gave little pieces of advice (i.e. parking further away, increasing overall NEAT). Was getting so tired that despite cardio going up, daily activity was going way down, wasn’t doing anything, that was negating the cardio. Didn’t properly address it, didn’t reverse properly after the show, tried to do macros but had no idea how to, was overeating at time, her body eventually “gave up” and she got to a weight where it didn’t change, but she wasn’t comfortable with it

    [24:25] Shows with an experienced coach – never doubted whether or not she would be ready

    [25:56] Expectations with a new coach – didn’t want to do macros, she just wanted to feel good, did a meal plan “with options”, interchanging her proteins/carbs/fats. Got a meal plan implemented and was focused on making her coach happy – helped that she was a collegiate athlete. She wanted to know if she was going to get results with him so focus was to be 100% so she could be focused on that. Cardio was down and food was up, had a really good maintence while adhering to the plan

    [27:36] Post-Wedding Prep – started at a high maintence and worked into the prep, started with a mini-cut for 4 weeks before the wedding and then started prep 1-2 weeks after she got back for nationals in November. Shane is slow to change things with her athletes. “If your body is still responding, there’s no need to change anything”.

    [29:00] An athlete mentality and it’s overall influence in her life – had a coach say one time “if it’s important to you, you’ll find a way, if not, you’ll find an excuse”. It became engrained in her and has looked at that in all areas of her life. If it’s truly important to you, you’ll make it happen. Was late to practice because her car was towed and made her run lines because she was light. If you wouldn’t have parked in the tow zone, you wouldn’t have gotten towed, then you wouldn’t have been late. If you want something, you won’t let anything stand in the way. “you’re either growing or dying, there is no stagnation”

    [33:01] Leaving no room for excuses – adding things into a routine. Wanted to read books and recognized that she needed to set it in the schedule, developing a plan around her goals. Started reading during steady state cardio because she was “wasting” time via Instagram/music so she started reading during steady state to maximize. When the gyms shut down she implemented a bedtime routine where she would read before bed, helped relax her. Added a morning routine and started reading during that time too. She was noticing that things she would learn about in books would show up in life and she was able to handle situations better because she had more knowledge from the books. Our brain is attunded to be mindful of the things that happen to us.

    [36:19] The beginning of the morning routine – miracle morning by Hal Elrod, spent the first 20 pages arguing with the book lol and then she said ok, I’m going to try this, then she tried it. After the first 3 days (which sucked), then she started the morning routine and then noticed that the anxiousness that had cropped up in COVID world was beginning to melt away.

    [39:08] Managing a work schedule with competing and a marriage – sales and marketing rep for a title company, pre covid she was meeting with real estate agents and learn how they market themselves, then try to fill the holes in their business. When covid happened, zoom became king, had to get appointment with clients via zoom because realtors initially wanted to meet when things went away, then it got to the point where everyone did zoom all the time and they were over it lol. Relationship wise, he is a grower for family dispensary, it’s all he’s been doing and they were considered essential so literally nothing changed for him, he still worked his regular job and regular hours. She’s home when he comes home for lunch which is different, but nothing really changed. They saw each other more because she was working from home and not 45 minutes away. She also had two extra hours because she didn’t have that extra drive time. Didn’t have to wake up at 4:30 anymore and could wake up at 5:30. Prep wasn’t easy, but easier in terms of fitting things in.

    [43:01] Sharing her business (title company and fitness) on social media – tried to keep fitness and normal life separate in the beginning because she thought it would be looked down on by people who don’t know anything about the sport. She wanted to remain professional, and FB was her business side of things whereas IG was all the competing stuff. Noticing clients and potential clients had a huge wow factor when they found out she was a competitor. When business and health align, you flourish. The more she combined the two worlds, the more she is seeing inspiring people and getting business opportunities she wouldn’t have otherwise gotten.

    [46:10] Feeling differently after earning her procard, shift in goals with the sport – felt the fire to work hard and reach the procard goal, but she feels more relaxed now because there is no show in mind and there isn’t a big “all or nothing” mentality right now, but at the same time, feels so motivated and excited and wants to be better, but once she got her procard, her level of intensity increased. Super motivated and inspired, yet calm about it

    [47:38] how does being a pro effect the way you show up for yourself – train harder, pushing harder and failing more with weights, now isn’t just “going through the motions” and her husband went to her with the gym for the last 4 weeks of her prep so her husband could spot her and she couldn’t take short cuts. Even in the garage gym, she feels like she’s been on another level and pushing even harder

    [49:15] Current focus/goals – wants to properly reverse and wants to know what she will do to make herself competitive at the pro level. Wants to go in with intention. Need shoulders, glutes and calves, so on those days, she’s hyper focused because she knows she needs to really push until failure. Also added calves in on another day

    [50:45] Exercises for glutes, hamstrings and shoulders – hip thrusts (HEAVY), tie between dumbbell shoulder press (with husband spotting so she can go heavy) and lateral raises seated (feels like it puts more focus on her shoulders), hamstring curl machine

    [52:07] what set her apart at universe as opposed to north americans – posing 100%, her north americans posing was “cringey” lol. The DJ at north americans was awesome, so the DJ was awesome, and she was way too excited and she practically ran on stage and posed way too fast and ran off. Practiced being slower with headphones on to super fast music (lots of latin music) and focused on being slow so the judges will focus on her and show off what she worked for.

    [54:09] Peaking strategy different than past experiences – body was super on fire. 1.5 weeks out she looked in the mirror and was like “I look good”, and she doesn’t really feel that very often, but she knew it was the best she ever looked, even her husband was like “this is the best you’ve ever looked”, this show she didn’t hardly carb load the day of the show (only the day before). Only had one meal before going on stage and shane’s wife said she looked perfect, didn’t need extra carbs or salt, felt like she looked really good with this approach, even though it wasn’t planned that way

    [57:22] Changing hair color – changing her hair color for life, she didn’t change it because of competing. Started going blonde in college because she wanted to be but had naturally dark brown hair. It was a lot of maintence so she went back to natural color and stepped on stage with brown hair.

    [58:40] Feedback on a suit color – have control over suit color, jewelry, everything before stepping on stage. Was first red, then switched coaches and tiffany suggested a couple colors went for like a more purple, but then went blue and they did well in blue so they’re sticking with it.

    [1:00:13] Best advice for girls who have never competed and those on the road to pro: get a coach that knows what they’re doing from the get-go and do your research. Interview your coaches and pick the one that best aligns with you. Be a student of the sport. Be patient on the road to pro and be willing to work hard because the sport is not for everyone. Not everyone is meant to be a professional bikini competitor.

    [1:02:15] Connecting via social media

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    Fri, 25 Dec 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    DR. CHELAN NOUR

    In this week’s podcast, Celeste interviews Dr. Chelan Nour: Anesthesiologist, mother and IFBB Bikini Professional.

    The pair kick off the podcast by talking about show day rituals, as well as how Chelan serves to be a positive source of energy towards other competitors backstage during show day. Chelan and Celeste go on to mention the importance of positivity and the value of “Celebrating each others” both as people and competitors.

    The two go on to talk about various obstacles encountered during prep, and how ultimately everything we do comes down to choices we make. Chelan talks about sayings she incorporates into not only her preps, but lifestyle as well, called “Chelanisms”

    Chelan elaborates on her journey in fitness, from just starting out to earring the title of IFBB Professional. She goes on to discuss some of the various obstacles she encountered along the way, but ultimately how she overcame them and now views them as being blessings in her life.

    As a physician, Chelan describes her path to becoming a doctor, and her decision to specialize in anesthesiology. She describes how the discipline she acquired through studying and medicine have translated into the discipline she needs to be successful in bodybuilding and motherhood.

    Celeste and Chelan talk about Chelan’s experiences competing in the national circuit, as well as feedback she has received from judges along the way. The duo converse on Chelan’s ultimate “Why” for competing in the first place as well as things that have continually inspired her throughout her journey. Specifically, Chelan emphasizes the impact a previous podcast on the series affected her on a very personal level.

    Chelan shares valuable advices for both new competitors and those who are on their road to pro. Moreover, she talks about the importance of manifesting and dreaming about your goals to make them come to fruition. Quoting Chelan “If you can dream it, you can do it!”

    CONNECT WITH CHELAN: https://www.instagram.com/dr.chelanashley/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS

    [00:45] Celeste introduces Dr. Chelan Nour to the podcast, highlighting her accomplishments: both as an athlete and in the professional

    [2:23] Celeste asks about a ritual Chelan has before she steps on stage

    [3:06] Chelan talks about how she brings a positive supportive energy to the backstage atmosphere “celebrating each other”

    [3:51] Celeste inquires about Chelan's various “Chelanisms”(ie “being hungry is a choice”)

    [4:47] Celeste and Chelan talk about viewing hunger as an opportunity vs a disappointment

    [5:32] Celeste asks how Chelan started competing

    [7:17] The pair discuss Chelan’s experience prepping herself for her first competition

    [8:34] Chelan discusses about her “fomo” watching others compete nationally while she was recovering after her surgery

    [11:36] Celeste and Chelan talk about how we can accomplish our goals, despite various obstacles that come our way

    [12:18] Chelan mentions the various blessings she has had thought the COVID pandemic

    [13:30] Celeste asks how Chelan manages all of the various moving parts of her busy life

    [14:54] Celeste asks if Chelan ever pictured she would be where she currently is as a mother (39, single living in LA)

    [15:53] Chelan describes how she is grateful for the changes in her life as they have allowed her to find a life she never would have imagined

    [16:33] Chelan shares how bodybuilding is a blessing

    [17:16] Celeste asks Chelan about her experience adjusting to single life

    [18:33] Chelan describes her journey to becoming a physician

    [20:13] Celeste inquires about how Chelan manages days that are unexpected or out of the blue

    [21:13] Chelan mentions shifting her priorities from work to her bodybuilding goals and goals of motherhood

    [21:33] Chelan describes her love for medicine and her choice to becoming an anesthesiologist

    [23:19] Celeste asks if the disciplines of motherhood and being a physician translate into bodybuilding

    [24:15] Chelan talks about how the difficulties motherhood have ultimately shaped her productivity

    [26:34] Celeste asks what inspired Chelan to go back and forth from regionals to nationals

    [28:05] Chelan talks about the connections she has fostered through bodybuilding and social media

    [28:57] Celeste inquires about Chelan's “why” for bodybuilding

    [30:08] Chelan describes how she manages her emotions and expectations in competing

    [31:50] Celeste inquires about Chelan's use of low pressure fitness (LPF)

    [32:00] Chelan describes her experience working with an LPF coach and her

    [34:00] Chelan talks about her experience from judges at her various shows

    [34:35] Chelan mentions “eating her way” towards her pro card and “being hungry” even when she was not

    [36:40] Chelan talks about the impact celeste previous podcast with Maya Soleli had on her life and journey as a competitor

    [38:09] Celeste asks what Chelan's process was like hitting the national circuit

    [39:17] Chelan mentions her experience winning the overall

    [40:09] Chelan talks about her stage presence and proudly showing off her hard work

    [41:35] Celeste asks what Chelan would say to women who are hesitant to compete because of their age

    [42:23] Celeste inquires about Chelan's post show reverse dieting experience

    [43:23] Chelan mentions her experience jumping into her pro debut 5 days after earning her pro card

    [44:33] Celeste asks about Chelan's goals for her next season as an IFBB Professional

    [46:56] Chelan mentions t her goal of placing top 10 in a show as a goal

    [46:21] Celeste asks about Chelan's favorite exercises for glutes, lats, and shoulders

    [49:09] Chelan describes the importance of mind muscle connection to help simulate muscle growth

    [49:26] Celeste asks what the biggest difference is between being an NPC vs IFBB athlete

    [51:05] Celeste inquires for advice for someone who is never competed before, as well as someone who is on their road to pro

    [53:10] Chelan talks about the importance of always continuing to show up and how persistence helps us achieve our dreams

    [54:25] Celeste asks Chelan to share her social media handle for users to connect with her

    [55:58] The pair discuss how our lives and identities are not dependent on instagram

    [57:30] Chelan asks Celeste to share her upcoming competing goals

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    Fri, 18 Dec 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    JENNIFER ST PETER

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Jennifer St Peter, an IFBB Bikini Pro, and a financial service industry career woman who also has her black belt in Krav Maga. Jennifer won her pro card and took the overall title in 2019 at Jr Nationals.


    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Jennifer if there’s anything she thinks about or a ritual that she performs right before her heel hits the stage. After sharing her routine, Jennifer goes on to talk about her experience with Krav Maga, telling listeners how she got started in the sport and how long it took her to achieve her black belt. Jennifer mentions that her and her husband took on Krav Maga as another fun “fitness thing” they could do together as a way to challenge themselves. Celeste and Jennifer then discuss the discipline that comes with Krav Maga and bodybuilding and Celeste asks if the disciplines that both sports require differ or support one another.

    The conversation then transitions to the Instagram page Jennifer shares with her husband, who is also a competitor. Celeste asks Jennifer to share how she and her husband met, about the nature of their relationship, and what made them decide to start and run their Instagram page together. Jenn explains that before meeting her husband she was not a someone who went to the gym and working out was not part of her regular routine. She explains how Travis, her husband, originally got her attention by challenging her to a Sudoku match and how from there the relationship blossomed into a future of exploring and growing together in new ventures, many of them being activity and fitness related.

    She shares what it is like to be on prep at the same time as her husband and the dynamic their relationship takes on during that time. Celeste also asks Jennifer about how her and Travis prioritize their schedules while on prep, as they both also work full time. After discussing scheduling and priorities during prep, Celeste asks if Jennifer and Travis currently have any plans or goals outside of bodybuilding competitions to accomplish since they are now both in an improvement season.

    While on that subject, Celeste asks Jennifer about what it feels like to be in her first long off season after being in prep or competition mode for the last three years. Jennifer talks about how she sees the current situation with Covid as a blessing in disguise, forcing her to give her body the rest it needed after being on a regimented training schedule for so long.

    Jennifer shares some of her struggles and challenges she faced while prepping during Covid and what it took to finally get her to the stage. She also mentions how she and Travis are experimenting with taking a macro approach to their diet for the first time as opposed to their preferred meal plan approach. Celeste then refers back to Jennifer’s mentioning of an injury she sustained while being in prep, asking her to share more details about the injury; how it happened, what she was doing, and how she adjusted her prep strategy accordingly.

    Next, Celeste asks Jennifer about her current goals she’s focusing on this improvement season in regards to improving the physique she’ll bring to the stage next season. After sharing where she will be focusing her attention in her training, Jennifer talks about her posing. She shares the feedback she received and where and how she will be adjusting her presentation.

    Jennifer talks about her experiences with her posing coach and what she has learned from working with her. Celeste acknowledges that Jennifer has become a student of the sport, taking the time to study not only her feedback but also what the judges are rewarding and how she can apply that to her personal stage presentation. Celeste asks Jennifer about the biggest differences she’s noticed in terms of conditioning and physiques as she made the transition from the NPC to the IFBB stages.

    Next, Celeste asks Jennifer about her training and has her share her favorite exercises for glutes, hamstrings, and shoulders. Aside from training, Celeste circles back to the topic of diet and nutrition, asking Jennifer how she hopes and plans to enjoy the holiday season now that she is using a macro approach. Jennifers mentions the need for a mental, and physical, reset and how she will implement that in regards to nutrition during the holidays.

    Jennifer then gets the opportunity to share how she became affiliated with the Competitors Cookie Co. She talks about her love for cookies, how she started working with them and how she was able to create her own cookie. Jenn shares the fun yet difficult decisions she has to make when deciding which flavors and combinations she wants to include in her personal cookie.

    After discussing the art of cookie creating, Celeste asks Jennifer about her journey mentally and emotionally through her varying placings on the national stage after having been a top placing competitor at the regional level. Jennifer touches on her experience at NPC Universe and how she saw her lower placing as an opportunity to grow and better herself as opposed to letting it defeat her. She then walks us through her experiences regarding the feedback and adjustments to her training and physique she made to try to satisfy what she thought the judges wanted to see, yet how ultimately, she realized she needed to bring the physique that she personally was happiest with presenting.

    Jennifer explains how she met and ended up working with her current coach, Casey, of Team Boss Bodies, and the plan they created together to help Jennifer reach her goal of becoming a pro. Jennifer shares her biggest takeaways from all her national show experiences, discussing her mentality going into each show and if her thoughts and expectations changed from show to show. After sharing her mindset approach to her national competitions, Celeste asks Jennifer to share her best advice for the first time competitor as well as the girls on their road to pro. Finally, Jennifer tells listeners can connect with her further and shares the best way to find her on social media.


    CONNECT WITH JEN:
    https://www.instagram.com/ua_fitcouple/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/


    EPISODE TIME STAMPS:
    [0:45] Celeste introduces Jennifer.

    [1:40] Celeste asks Jennifer to share her pre stage ritual.

    [2:45] Celeste asks Jennifer about how she obtained her black belt in Krav Maga.

    [4:40] Jennifer talks about how the discipline she gained from Krav Maga carried over into bodybuilding.

    [6:40] Celeste asks about the beginnings behind the Instagram page Jenn & her husband started together as well as her beginnings in fitness.

    [10:30] Jennifer talks about how her and her husbands schedules work seeing as they are both athletes and work full time.

    [13:33] Celeste asks Jennifer if her and her husband have any goals or activities they plan on doing together during their improvement season.

    [15:00] Celeste asks Jenn about how she feelings about taking her first long off season after three years of almost consistent prepping and competing.

    [22:43] Jennifer shares details about her fall she had while in prep.

    [28:35] Celeste asks Jenn about any goals she has for her current improvement season.

    [30:25] Celeste has Jenn share feedback she has received on her posing.

    [33:50] Celeste asks about Jenn’s transition from the NPC to the IFBB and what differences she noticed in terms of conditioning and physiques.
    [36:30] Jennifer shares her favorite exercises for glutes, hamstrings and shoulders.

    [39:25] Celeste asks Jenn about how she will be approaching her diet and how she plans to enjoy the holiday season now that she isn’t dieting.

    [42:50] Jennifer talks about her cookie obsession and how her collaboration with the Competitors Cookie Co.

    [48:40] Celeste asks Jenn about her feelings mentally and emotionally in regards to her varying placings at her national shows despite having been a top placing competitor.

    [57:00] Jenn talks about the difference in her thoughts and expectations going into each different national show.

    [60:15] Celeste asks Jenn to share her best advice for first time competitors and also for the girls on their road to pro.

    [63:30] Jenn shares where listeners can find and contact her on social media.

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    Fri, 11 Dec 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    SHANAE DICICCO

    In this week’s episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk has the absolute pleasure to interview IFBB Professional Shanae Dicicco. Known as one of Australia’s best bikini pro’s, Shanae qualified for the 2018 Australian Nationals and now works to develop her name as a posing coach.
    ​
    Shanae kicks off the episode by sharing her biggest weakness. She admits to always being nervous and even stumbled on stage at Muscle Contest Japan. Celeste praises Shanae for sharing her vulnerabilities

    Previously trained by her Bodybuilder ex-boyfriend, Shanae oftentimes eating way more than necessary to grow. After stepping off stage feeling “blocky and bigger than the other girls,” Shanae invested in a coach that specialized in bikini. She explains how it took several years to transform her shape, focusing on slimming her waist and posing versus trying to grow her deltoids.

    Celeste and Shanae discuss the fallout from their shows being cancelled this year. Shanae admits to an uncontrolled rebound and began to eat for comfort after losing her job. She discusses how she had to do a full prep to reverse out of the significant calorie increase and a 15-kilogram weight gain. Shanae has now learned how to maintain, properly reverse, and occasionally indulge without rebounding.

    Shanae discusses the process of being an IFBB Profession in Australia. Shanae explains the standard in Australia being quite competitive and is thankful for the influx of competition coming to the IFBB. Her goal is to compete in the Olympia however has been held back this year due to COVID restrictions.

    Celeste asks Shanae her daily habits to success. Shanae became a manager for ambassadors of a company after being laid off from her job this summer.

    Prior to the IFBB, Shanae states she had dreams to be an actress but found it hard to maintain her muscular figure. She now focuses on pushing her body to the absolute potential, finding complete confidence in the process of building muscle.

    Finally, Shanae gives listeners her best advice on their road to Pro. Shanae’s vulnerability and success story gives listeners an episode they do not want to miss!

    CONNECT WITH SHANAE: https://www.instagram.com/naedicicco/
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS:
    [1:34] Shanae's stage ritual
    [4:33] Shanae’s Arnold Debut story
    [6:27] Shanae discusses how she had to change her training routine to fit bikini division
    [12:37] How Shanae feels about her shows being cancelled/rebounding/Future show plans
    [18:04] Off-season diet/how Shanae maintains her calorie intake
    [20:48] How to become a IFBB Pro in Australia/Her goals in the IFBB
    [25:03] Shanae’s daily habits for success
    [28:18] Shanae’s life and mind set prior to fitness/IFBB Pro league
    [33:40] Shanae’s advice to listeners stuck in a bad mindset/pressure to maintain a lean figure
    [38:13] How Shanae and her partner train together
    [39:32] Shanae gives her best advice for new competitors and future IFBB Pros

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    Fri, 04 Dec 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    SHELBY BRUSSELBACK

    In this exciting episode, Celeste introduces Shelby Brusselback, who went pro at North Americans in 2020 less than one year after starting her journey as a competitor. She works for a data company as a custom success manager with goals of becoming a coach to inspire everyone to uplevel and be their best selves

    She explains about her game plan, how she was able to improve very quickly but also how she was able to train during Covid.

    Shelby talks about the power of visualization, manifestation, gratitude. When you visualize, the Universe delivers.

    Shelby explains why she changed coaches, while everything was fine with her previous coach. She develops about the importance of reel connection.

    She explains how her new coach, Ashlyn Brown, from Fit Body Fusion played a huge role in her journey.

    Shelby talks about her personal life and how she went from a dark place, feeling like there is no perspective, to a happy and confident self. She talks about her young self and her lack of confidence.

    She's not always been into that lifestyle, before following the coaches and athletes of Fit Body Fusion. But at some point she felt like this was time to do something for herself.

    She shares her morning routine ,visualization, that helps her to set the tone for the day as Shelby is an empath, she explains how this can help her to reach her goals and also help people.

    Shelby talks about how weed can be used as a tool for training and recovery. According to her, this can also help with hunger pangs.

    Shelby is a vegan, but also a foodie, who loves family gatherings. She explains how she's able to deal with veganism when hosting.

    She talks about what her diet looks like.

    Shelby explains how she now knows she's on the right path for herself. She's now living her best life, she makes gratitude her attitude and the Universe is delivering.

    You can always learn from your experiences, it's a matter of perspective and it all boils down to self belief. This also applies to dieting, and the way you decide to perceive hunger and diet.

    She underlines the importance of being intentional in everything you do.

    Shelby shares her best advice for newbies : have a strong belief that you can do anything, give your all, have fun, don't let comparison hold you down, be your best, be centered, never give up.

    Connect with Shelby:
    ​    https://www.instagram.com/shelbyalexiss/

    Connect with Celeste:
    https://instagram.com/celestial_fit



    EPISODE TIME STAMPS

    00:51 : Presentation
    1:29 : Celeste asks about Shelby's stage ritual
    1:32 : Shelby shares her ritual and underlines the importance of visualization/manifestation
    2:20 : Celeste asks how to deal with self doubts
    2:40 Shelby explains how important the relationship with her coach, Ashlyn Brown, is helpful and important.
    4:00 Celeste asks about any hesitations regarding the process
    4:30 Shelby talks about when she turned pro.
    5:00 Celeste asks how it feels to have a top pro coach, now coaching you as a pro.
    5:21 Shelby explains how incredible it is to accomplish so much in such a short time. Her coach makes her feel special and gives her confidence.
    7:00 Celeste wants to learn more about Shelby's journey and the reason why she changed coaches
    7:20 Shelby explains the importance of vibing with her coach and feeling a deep connection.
    10:40 Celeste asks about Shelby's morning routine
    11:00 Shelby talks about positive affirmations, meditation and how to formulate affirmations/intentions.
    14:00 Celeste develops about the power of "I am"
    15:55 Celeste asks about how being an empath can help along the journey.
    16:13 Shelby explains her sensitivity to energies, emotions and intuitions. She's able to focus on where energy needs to go.
    20:13 Celeste asks about the influence of weed on recovery and training
    20:26 Shelby talks about her use of weed as a tool.
    24:00 Celeste mentions that some pros openly use weed and talk about it. It's important to be intentional about what works best for you.
    25:13 Celeste asks how weed can help with munchies.
    25:20 Shelby tells how weed helped .
    27:12 Celeste asks about Shelby's favorite TV shows
    27:20 Shelby talks about her preferences; anything human mind related.
    28:40 Since Shelby is a vegan, Celeste wonders how Thanksgiving looks like for her.
    28:50 To Shelby this is mostly a big gathering where she prepares what the family wants to eat.
    30:00 Celeste asks about what a full day of eating looks like, about macros and cooking skills
    30:20 Shelby explains where her passion for cooking comes from.
    She explains her "trick" to get her protein intake when dieting.
    34:23 Celeste asks if gatherings have impacted growth and development.
    34:39 Shelby talks about how family situation made her self confident.
    38:23 Celeste asks about Shelby's fit lifestyle background.
    38:29 Shelby explains that before following Fit Body Fusion, she was not in that physical and mental place. She suffered from low self image.
    But at some point, it clicked and in 2018 she felt that this was the right time to do something for herself.
    42:27 Celeste asks how one can be sure to be on the right path for oneself.
    42:35 Shelby explains how she knows she's on the right path. She talks about the power of gratitude.
    44:46 Celeste asks what Shelby would say to somebody who thinks they have no perspective and just go through the day.
    45:12 Shelby shares her experience and advice.
    It all boils down to self belief.
    46:42 Celeste asks Shelby what made her confident to go for Nationals.
    47:16 Shelby had top callouts mindset. She took feedback and improved, working hard like never before. She's thankful for her coach.
    50:39 Shelby explains how a better mindset makes you handle a "starvation diet" better.
    52:26 Celeste shares her experience as a coach, working on relationship with food, about perception of hunger.
    53:27 Celeste asks about Shelby's game plan
    53:36 Shelby talks about her focus points. She means to be intentional when hitting the gym, when eating.
    SHe's determined to take the time needed.
    56:10 Celeste asks whether Shelby was able to make muscle gains during Covid
    56:17 Shelby explains about her gym training and her "barn training".
    57:48 Shelby's 1st pro show was the same show as her 1st pro show ever. Celeste asks about her feeling.
    57:54 Shelby shares her experience. On top of that, she was able to ask Sandy's (Sandy WIlliamson - bikini head judge at the Olympia) impressions.
    1:00:44 Celeste asks about Shelby's best memories
    1:00:51 There are many best memories.
    Shelby also talks about the importance to celebrate others and the importance of gratitude.
    1:04:04 Celeste wraps up and asks about Shelby's best advice for a newbie.
    1:04:53 Shelby gives her tips : believe strongly that you can do anything, give your all, have fun, don't let comparison hold you down, bring your best, be centered, never give up
    1:06:53 Shelby shares how you can connect with her and various sponsorship discounts

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    Fri, 27 Nov 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    MIA SANCHEZ

    In this week's episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk welcomes IFBB Pro, holistic nutrition expert, and Puerto Rican bombshell Mia Sanchez. After finding her passion in bodybuilding, she quickly rose to the ranks by winning her pro card at Universe in 2016.

    In addition to her love for fitness,
    Mia has her bachelors in Communication Studies, is an excellent writer, painter, and a great advocate for mental health in the IFBB division.

    Celeste and Mia begin the episode by discussing Mia’s journey into fitness. Mia explains how she was an overweight child and was made aware of her food choices since age 13. After removing red meat from her diet, Mia began to feel confident in her new shape which gave her the courage to start a fitness journey. Mia states that bodybuilding opened her eyes to everything she can achieve aesthetically.

    Celeste asks Mia about her journey into bodybuilding. States she found an advertisement in a magazine several years ago. Mia states she was initially laughed at by her peers, however she persisted and grew her passion and fell in love with the bodybuilding atmosphere.

    This passion grew even more after placing well at her first show. Mia’s current goal is to be invited to the Arnold Classic or be qualified for the Olympia. Mia openly discusses with Celeste about feeling exhausted during prep. She has learned to “embrace the suck” while keeping focused on beating her best package.

    Mia tells viewers to appreciate the outcomes, follow the plan, and be proud of the journey. Mia explains her post operation breast augmentation complications. She states she has had to have several reconstructive breast surgeries throughout the years. Mia started her social media accounts the morning after her breast augmentation for other competitors to follow her recovery. She admits to feeling pressured to have a social presence after winning her Pro Card and felt as if
    she had to share her whole life to the fitness world.

    Over the years, Mia let go of the pressure to be an influencer and focus on impressing the judges instead. In addition to bodybuilding, Mia’s true passion is writing, painting, and being surrounded by loved ones. Mia opens up about her coach, grandmother, and dog passing away last year.

    She explains to Celeste the began to doubt her presence in the IFBB professional stage and worry about hiring a new coach. Mia made the choice to take time off, visit family in Puerto Rico, travel across the United States, and prioritize her mental health by seeing a holistic psychologist.

    Mia admits to not knowing the feeling of “being off a diet” before taking time off and believes her diet break helped her achieve an amazing package. For her next competition prep, Mia explains to Celeste how she will be putting primary focus on
    her recovery.

    She loves the process of getting ready for stage, but admits she needs to also love the recovery part. Mia is excited to get massages, take a few days off from cardio, practicing yoga, and laying on the couch. In addition to physical rest, she will be keeping her journaling, story writing, and painting as a priority.

    During her coaching, she encourages quiet time and advocates for her clients to prioritize her Mental Health. She recommends her clients have five obtainable, positive, and simple goals to reflect on each week, especially for her lifestyle team members.

    Intrinsic motivation, confidence, and discipline is hard to teach, and recommends coaches to be slow on their approach. Not focusing on her negatives and acknowledging her fears. Mia and Celeste end the episode by giving her best advice to women who are new to competing.

    Mia’s interesting journey to fitness, nearly 5 year history in the IFBB division, and unique perspective on recovery makes an episode you do not want to miss!

    Connect with Mia Sanchez:
    https://www.instagram.com/miaifbbpro/

    Connect with Celeste Rains-Turk:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS:
    [1:42] Mia’s pre-stage ritual
    [5:46] Mia’s approach to getting shredded/stage ready
    [8:47] Celeste asks Mia her journey into bodybuilding
    [11:15] Mia’s challenges with prepping/bodybuilding
    [14:32] How Mia has changed her approach to prepping/recovery throughout the years
    [21:50] The pressure of social media when joining the IFBB
    [28:25] Mia’s hobbies outside of bodybuilding
    [38:43] Mia’s opens up regarding her coach passing away, stepping back from the stage, and
    prioritizing mental health
    [49:28] What Mia will be focusing on for her next prep
    [1:00:04] Mia’s approach to coaching in regards to Mental Health
    [1:11:13] Mia’s struggle with Social Anxiety Disorder, public speaking, and interviews
    [1:19:06] Mia’s best advice to new and upcoming competitors

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    Fri, 20 Nov 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    LIANA GIANNAMORE

    Today, Celeste interviews IFBB Pro Liana Giannamore, a soon to be Registered Dietician and coach of Bair Aesthetics. In this episode, Liana talks about her journey to becoming a RD, her path into bodybuilding, and the invaluable lessons she has learned along the way. Liana provides essential nutritional value regarding macro and micro nutrients, as well as science based tactics she implements with her own competitors.

    Using the knowledge she has learned obtaining her RD, Liana dispels some of the common myths around the bodybuilding diet culture. She elaborates on how much protein competitors should actually be eating to achieve their goals, and the importance of a well balanced diet to achieve optimal results.

    Liana talks about her personal bodybuilding experience including: the beginning of her journey, finding common ground with her coach Dylan Bair (a fellow dietician), and feedback she has received from judges regarding her physique. The pair discuss the importance of celebrating personal victories outside the realm of bodybuilding and overcoming various struggles throughout preps.

    Specifically, the two discuss some of the adversities Liana has had to recently overcome; including prepping during the 2020 COVID pandemic, moving to a different state, and quarantine. This is certainly an episode you don’t want to miss out on!



    Connect with Liana: https://instagram.com/Lianagianna_ifbbpro

    Connect with Celeste: https://instagram.com/celestial_fit

    Episode Time Stamps:

    [00:44] Celeste introduces Liana onto the podcast

    [1:45] Celeste asks about a ritual or routine before Liana steps on stage

    [2:50] Celeste asks Liana about what inspired her to pursue her career dietetics

    [4:52] Liana talks about when and how she began her 1:1 coaching journey

    [6:28] Celeste and Liana chat about Liana’s past and current school scenarios

    [9:00] Liana talks about working with Dylan and what she’s learned at Bair Aesthetics

    [10:10] Celeste and Liana talk about using an “if it fits your macros approach”

    [10:50] Liana talks about using the term “Flexible dieting” over “if it fits your macros”

    [11:30] Celeste asks Liana to dispel any myths regarding proper nutrition and getting ready for the stage

    [12:07] Liana talks about peak week, and the importance of carbing up instead of being depleted

    [13:34 ]Celeste talks about the evolution of bodybuilding and the different approaches

    [14:20] Liana talks about the textbook recommendation for protein vs what is necessary for lifestyle/bodybuilding clients

    [16:28] Celeste asks about Liana’s opinion on carbs and fat macronutrients

    [17:50] Celeste inquires about the micronutrients liana would recommend for competitors to prioritize in prep

    [19:00] Liana talks about the importance of consuming enough fruits and vegetables

    [20:28] Celeste asks how Liana would consult a competitor who was previously advised to restrict fruit from their diet

    [22:54] Celeste and Liana talk about Liana’s journey as a bikini competitor

    [22:35] Liana talks about how she began her bodybuilding journey, starting with her parents

    [25:28] Liana talks about how she reached out to Dylan of Bare aesthetics

    [26:30] Liana mentions how bodybuilding came “naturally” to her because of her prior lifestyle, and some struggles she faced

    [28:08] Celeste asks what made Liana to pull back from competing, despite her high placings

    [29:35] Liana talks about the process of reverse dieting and the motivators that come from it

    [30:11] Celeste asks about Liana’s feedback regarding her upper body

    [31:00] Celeste asks how Liana has used her experiences to stay the course in their improvement seasons and capitalize on their reverse diets

    [31:43] Liana talks about switching our focus from the scale, to our own personal victories as competitors/training w intent

    [33:03] Celeste talks about the importance of victories outside of bodybuilding

    [35:34] Liana talks about her current life living in Colorado

    [37:39] Celeste and Liana talk about how moving states impacted Lianas schooling and prep experiences

    [40:25] Celeste asks what made the biggest difference for Liana winning her pro card

    [40:31] Liana talks about her transition from gym life—>at home training throughout COVID

    [42:20] Liana talks about some of the improvements she noticed in her posing from working with Kenny Wallace

    [44:45] Celeste inquires about Liana’s experience competing at Jr. USAs and transitioning into another show days later

    [48:08] Liana talks about the importance of enjoying yourself post show and post show meals

    [49:44] Celeste asks what it was like for Liana’s vision of turning pro at Jr. USAs not coming to fruition

    [51:17] Liana talks about the differences between the competitors last year (2019) vs this year (2020) at the national level

    [52:46] Liana talks about the motivators that kept her going throughout the quarantine and then pandemic

    [53:52] Liana talks about her overuse of caffeine during prep and resetting her body

    [57:04] Celeste asks Liana about her favorite glute, hamstring and shoulder exercises

    [61:26] Celeste asks Liana about one of her favorite meals during prep

    [64:10] Celeste asks Liana for advise for girls who have never competed before and girls on the road to pro

    [67:17] Liana shares her instagram handle: Lianagianna_ifbbpro

    [68:33] Celeste and Liana sign off the podcast

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/liana-giannamore
    Fri, 13 Nov 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    JENNIFER ROBERTS

    ​Host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Jennifer Roberts, wife, mother, full-time school district principal, and lifetime athlete who just turned pro at North Americans!

    ​Celeste begins by asking Jennifer what rituals she has immediately before her heel hits the stage. Jennifer says she gives herself reminders of what she’s been working on with her posing and she gives herself a physical cue to help ground her and keep her arm relaxed. She used to remind herself to “Own the stage”. This year she has focused on transforming nervous energy by saying “It’s showtime.”

    Jennifer worked hard on the energy she brings to the stage. Because she got to a point with her posing this year where she moved beyond making corrections, she could focus on doing the things that make her stand out. Eight days before the show, her cousin passed away. Jennifer explained how she wanted to honor him some way during the show and how she thought about her grandfather calling her a ray of sunshine that lights up the room. Celeste talks about not posing as someone else, but as you. Ask yourself, what energy do you bring to the stage?

    Celeste asks Jennifer about the unconventional set up of this year’s North Americans and competing in a tent. Jennifer says she enjoyed it even without an audience, because it allowed her to focus on the judges. She had no problems with the stage and the organizers did a great job.

    Jennifer started in natural shows in Canada, though the IFBB was always in her mind. She did local shows to keep fit and competed back in 2000, before bikini was a division. She came second in her first competition but realized she was doing it because of deep-seated insecurities. This led her down a personal development path, away from fitness. This contributed to who she is today.

    Jennifer talks about when she first met her husband, he asked her if she ever read any books for fun instead of all serious, non-fiction books. She tells the story about how he helped her see her beauty, and that was her pivotal movement. Celeste relates by explaining if you aren't willing to look in the mirror and change something, nothing will change. You have to do the hard thing.

    Currently, Jennifer has a much healthier body image, even though she says it’s not perfect. She does shows to stay healthy and because she loves them, instead of trying to attain a certain body. She still has moments, but she doesn't go to a dark place anymore. Recognizing our growth shows us that we can continue to heal.

    Celeste asks Jennifer what she would say to people who think they are too old to reach certain goals. Jennifer says it’s never too late to work on yourself or do a show. She talks about her young family and demanding job, and how you have to recognize your priorities to reach your goals. Jennifer wakes at 5 am to stretch and practice posing. Then she completes her workout and is done just after 7 am when her family is waking up.

    Jennifer says she does sometimes feel overwhelmed but acknowledges that you just have to fit in things where you can. At one point, she thought she had a good family balance, but her husband explained how she isn’t always mentally present for her family. Jennifer says she didn't realize how much it was affecting the family and focused on creating quality time for her family this year. In order to do this, Jennifer preps her food for weeks at a time. When her family gets home, she stops what she's doing and is present for them.

    Celeste asks about Jennifer’s demanding job as a principal. Jennifer explains how she has to travel quite a bit for her job and that she never cheats on her prep. Being super organized allows her to maintain her schedule. She just makes it work. Even on a trip to France last summer, she stayed on track 100 percent. There’s nothing you can’t do if you want it badly enough. During an improvement season, Jennifer still works hard but is less rigid with her schedule to let her relax. This allows her to go full out during prep.

    When choosing shows, Jennifer used to consider location, but as she improved and moved up, she realized the IFBB was something she could reach. She started to focus on shows that would allow her to qualify for the Vancouver Pro/Am and then North Americans. She took a long improvement season after the 2019 North Americans to focus on 2020 North Americans and earning her Pro Card.

    Jennifer talks about how COVID changes her prep with the uncertainty of it the show would even happen. Jennifer took many virtual workshops to improve her posing and started to focus on flexibility to help her achieve proper poses. Once she got in the daily habit of stretching and posing, she had a mindset shift of thinking it was hard for her to pose.

    Celeste asks Jennifer to speak to what keeps her going through this difficult prep. Jennifer thrives on prep and loves knowing what she has to do and just doing it. She wouldn't want to have regrets if she strayed from her plan and then missed bringing her best to the show. Jennifer focused on her upper body and her glutes based on feedback from the judges. Jennifer loves mountain biking but saves it for improvement season and then switches to road cycling and hiking for prep.

    Jennifer sees bodybuilding as lifetime fitness. Even when she’s done competing, she will keep working out. She does her second workout with her son and wants to be a role model and stay healthy. She wants to keep healthy and stay active for life. She had the goal of getting her pro card before she turned 50, and she did it!

    Jennifer’s husband is a bug support for her. They check in with each other regarding their workouts, keeping communication open to make sure everyone’s needs are being met. They work as a great team, even tackling meal prep together. Everyone in the family will eat the same foods.

    While eating the same foods, each family member still has autonomy in their food choices. Her husband and son don’t weigh their food like she does, but they still make conscious food choices. Jennifer’s son is also very supportive of her. He helps keep her on track and even critiques her posing. Jennifer loves that her son is involved and they both treat bodybuilding as a sport that requires hard work.

    Celeste asks Jennifer about a special tradition she has with her family post show. They share wine and charcuterie to honor their family Friday nights. Another tradition they honor daily is sitting together and talking about their day with no distractions.

    Jennifer talks about the shift that started to happen before she was even a pro. Because she was visualizing being a pro and creating positive energy around her goal, she felt like a pro before she even was one. She believes this focus and mindset helped her achieve her goal. Soon she will start visualizing her next goal. She also sets goals with her family and sets them on a vision board to help keep track of them.
    ​
    Celeste asks Jennifer to offer advice for new competitors and aspiring pros. Jennifer advises aspiring pros to look at the energy they are bringing to their routine. Always practice with your best energy. To new competitors, Jennifer urges them to go to a show and see what it’s like as well as evaluate their motives as to why they want to do a show. Trust the process. To both, she encourages family time.

    CONNECT WITH JEN: www.instagram.com/jsharam_ifbbpro/
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE: www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    Time Stamps
    [1:22] Jennifer talks about her pre-stage ritual.

    [5:00] Jennifer talks about her cousin passing away 8 days before the show.

    [7:34] Celeste asks if she will be taking the same energy to pro debut.

    [8:14] Celeste asks Jennifer about the unconventional set up of this year’s North Americans.

    [10:40] Jennifer talks about her experience in natural federations.

    [12:37] Jennifer talks about the origins of her fitness journey.

    [16:30] Celeste asks Jennifer what one thing that transformed the way she viewed her life.

    [19:25] Celeste askes Jennifer about her current body image.

    [22:22] Jennifer addresses the thought of being too old to reach certain goals.

    [25:08] Celeste asks if she ever feels overwhelmed

    [27:17] Jennifer explains cations she took to be more present.

    [28:14] Jennifer talks about balancing everything with her demanding job.

    [31:20] Celeste asks how her prep differs from an improvement season.

    [32:40] Jennifer talks about how she chooses competitions.

    [34:58] Celeste asks what changed between 2019 and 2020 North Americans.

    [39:15] Jennifer talks about what it was that kept her going.

    [40:49] They discuss what improvements Jennifer made based on feedback.

    [44:35] Jennifer talks about different forms of cardio.

    [46:57] Celeste asks about Jennifer’s past athletic experiences.

    [49:35] Jennifer speaks about her husband’s support.

    [53:15] Jennifer talks about her family’s eating habits.

    [54:33] Celeste asks what Jennifer’s son thinks about what she does.

    [57:50] They talk about children with parents that compete.

    [59:33] Jennifer talks about a tradition she has with her husband.

    [63:21] Celeste asks Jennifer how her mindset has shifted since winning her pro card.

    [68:04] Jennifer offers advice to new competitors and aspiring pros.

    [70:30] Close out.

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    Fri, 06 Nov 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    LAUREN ADAMS RETURNS

    In this episode, Celeste brings back Lauren Adams, an IFBB Bikini Pro that Celeste spoke with about many deep and eye opening topics in her first episode. To start off Lauren’s return episode Celeste asks Lauren about her first year competing as a pro.

    Lauren shares what it was like stepping on stage with Olympians and prepping through COVID, and she also talks about how she was determined to step on stage at the Klash Championships despite the uncertainty of the new show date despite various cancelations and postponements. Next, Lauren talks about the feelings she had surrounding her placements and the feedback she received. Celeste then asks Lauren about her feedback from the judges and has her elaborate on how the feedback has changed from the amateur level to now competing as a pro.

    Lauren talks about her dedication and drive she had to build as much muscle as she could before stepping on stage for her pro debut, and the pros and cons that came along with that growth in relation to the criteria for the bikini category. Lauren shares what she learned in terms of what the judges were looking for on the pro level, how that differed from the amateurs, and what training and nutrition changes she made to fit those criteria. After talking about the critiques and feedback she received, Lauren emphasizes the importance of competitors creating a relationship with the judges, especially if one wishes to be a true student of the sport.


    Celeste then goes over the transformations that Lauren made with her physique, overall look, and presentation based on the feedback she received from the judges. Lauren then talks about her feelings associated with the critiques she received about her physique being too big or too muscular for the bikini division after working so hard to bring a new and improved package to the stage.

    Celeste then asks Lauren about her coaching switch, what inspired the change, and the new approach they took with her training and nutrition to bring the look the judges were looking for. By mentioning the changes in her training, Celeste and Lauren go on to discuss the various coaching methods and approaches to cardio during prep. Next, Celeste touches on Lauren’s approach to her nutrition and asks Laure if she prefers to track macros or take an intuitive approach.

    Circling back to a topic Lauren wanted to elaborate on, the women discuss all things judging, specifically the differences between what is being rewarded at the amateur level and then what is expected for the pros. Lauren touches on how as much as she loved training heavy, she didn’t need to go quite as “beast mode” as she did for so long and how the judges do not always reward the girl that shows up the most lean or “shredded.”

    Lauren also shares that at the pro level, the judges tend to focus more on the minor details including posing and overall presentation. The two women discuss more in detail the importance of posing itself and Lauren shares what she felt has made the biggest impact on the improvements she’s made on her posing routine.

    After discussing judging criteria, Celeste asks Lauren about her feelings around getting sick and asks Lauren to share if she felt any grief while watching her physique change because of the inability to train due to being sick. Lauren reflects on the feelings and emotional waves she has experienced during this time and what she will be focused on moving forward.

    As a result of this reflection, Celeste asks if Lauren has had any breakthroughs, whether about herself or about life, during this time. During this discussion, Celeste and Lauren talk about expectations athletes set for themselves and also the healthy, real and raw feelings or reactions they experience around competing and placings, both positive and negative.


    Next, Lauren and Celeste both reflect on how they feel this year has been a blessing in the sense of learning to trust life’s timing when striving to achieve personal goals. They also touch on how this relates in the competition space and how girls tend to have a scarcity mindset around sticking to the timeline they set for themselves when it comes to achieving specific competition goals.

    Celeste opens up and shares valuable insight about the importance of the journey, self growth, and personal lessons that one learns through a competition prep. Both women also share the importance of competing for the love of the sport and the desire to truly better oneself instead of competing for the external validation they receive from others.

    After sharing some valuable insights Celeste switches subjects and asks Lauren about the friendships she’s made backstage and the difference in the dynamic amongst competitors between the NPC and IFBB levels. Lauren then opens up and shares if there was anything she wishes she would have known before competing in her first pro show and season. Lastly, to conclude the episode Lauren shares how others can reach out and connect with her.

    HEAR THE FIRST EPISODE WITH LAUREN

    CONNECT WITH LAUREN:
    https://www.instagram.com/lauren_elizabeth_fit/

    ​CONNECT WITH CELESTE: https://instagram.com/celestial_fit

    Time stamps:
    [1:00] Celeste reintroduces Lauren and shares what topics will be discussed.

    [2:50] Celeste asks Lauren about her first year competing as a pro; sharing the stage amongst Olympian’s, prepping during Covid, etc.

    [7:15] Lauren talks about the feedback she received from the judges, how her feedback as a pro has differed from being an amateur, her plans moving forward.

    [9:30] Lauren mentions what the IFBB Pro judges typically look for versus the physique she originally brought to stage.

    [11:15] Lauren shares why she think it’s important for competitors to have a relationship with the judges.

    [14:00] Celeste asks Lauren how she felt after receiving feedback such as being too lean or too muscular after taking the time off to build.

    [19:20] Celeste has Lauren share the inspiration behind her coaching switch, what major changes were made in both her training and nutrition.

    [24:40] Lauren and Celeste talk about different coaching methods & approaches when it comes to cardio.

    [27:40] Celeste asks Lauren about her approach to nutrition during prep; intuitive approach versus weighing her food and tracking macros.

    [31:00] Lauren talks about judging; what is being rewarded at the amateur level and what is expected in the pro circuit.

    [35:40] Celeste asks Lauren about judging at the pro level and if they focus more on posing and presentation as being part of the whole package.

    [38:10] Lauren talks about what had the biggest impact on improving her posing.

    [40:00] Celeste asks Lauren to share her feelings or possible grief she’s experiencing from the changes in her physique as a result of being sick.

    [44:00] Celeste asks Lauren about personal breakthroughs she’s had during her first pro season.

    [48:30] Lauren and Celeste talk about expectations as an athlete and healthy reactions around placings and competing.

    [51:00] Celeste and Lauren talk about how this year turned out to be a blessing in disguise in relation to trusting life’s timing.

    [53:40] Celeste and Lauren discuss the concept of competitors having a scarcity mindset around one’s competing timeline.

    [59:00] Celeste shares valuable insight on the importance of the journey and self growth and lessons one can learn about the self through competing.

    [64:00] Lauren talks about friendships that develop backstage amongst competitors.

    [68:39] Lauren shares if there’s anything she wished she would’ve known before going into her first pro show & season.

    [72:15] Lauren shares the best way for listeners to connect with her.

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    Fri, 30 Oct 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    ASHLYN BROWN RETURNS

    Today, IFBB Professional Ashlyn Brown makes her second appearance on “Confessions of a Bikini Pro”. In this exciting episode, Celeste and Ashlyn discuss all the major changes and events that have happened since Ashlyn’s debut to the podcast in December of 2018 which you can hear here: http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast/ashlyn-brown-getting-capped-shoulders-coming-back-from-a-nasty-rebound-developing-a-love-for-the-sport-how-small-tweaks-can-make-all-the-difference-and-staying-consistent.

    Ashlyn goes in depth about her exciting journey, qualifying for the 2020 Olympia! She provides details on her various placings, feedback received from judges, and other realistic show day experiences.

    Ashlyn shares her positive experiences working with Jamie Bernard of FitBody Fusion, and expresses how her life has changed since joining the team. She goes on to talk about how Jamie’s mentorship has been a springboard for Ashlyn to influence and inspire athletes of her own. Celeste asks essential questions about show day presentation, and how to find and perfect show day polish.

    The pair discuss Ashlyn’s podcast, The Center Stage, which she co-hosts with fellow IFBB Professional Beatriz Biscaia. They go on to talk through the importance of showing up for yourself, defining factors between those who turn pro and those who do not, and how the ultimate goal for bikini athletes is not a trophy or placing - but rather to persist, improve and bring your personal best each and every time.
    ​
    Connect with Ashlyn: https://instagram.com/ab_bikinifit
    Connect with Celeste: https://instagram.com/celestial_fit

    Episode Timestamps
    [00:45] Celeste re-introduces Ashlyn onto the show, outlining her past goals which have become current realities.
    [1:36] Celeste mentions some of Ashlyns contributions to the bodybuilding community
    [2:20] Ashlyn talks about her successful rookie season, leading up to her 2020 Olympia qualification
    [4:00] Ashlyn discuss some of the overlooked aspects of being an amateur, and how she improved her polish as a pro athlete
    [5:25] Ashlyn talks about her San Antonio Pro debut, placing, suit colors and her overall look
    [6:40] Ashlyn talks about her best and worst placings, and the different variables between them
    [10:33] Ashlyn mentions her 8 week break, re-starting her season, and Pre-Covid show plans
    [11:50] Ashlyn talks about her Northern California show and competing after a longer than anticipated off-season
    [12:15] Ashlyn discusses her positive post-show feedback w head judge Sandy
    [13:12] Ashlyn talks about her decision to compete next to olympians if she wishes to step on the Olympia stage
    [13:50] Ashlyn discusses the Tampa Pro and placing 3rd
    [14:56] Ashlyn discusses the judges feedback from the Tampa Pro
    [15:39] Ashlyn talks about her driving motivator; feedback.
    [15:26] Ashlyn talks about her Klash championship experience
    [16:36] Ashlyn mentions drastically changing her posing the night before Klash and the stressors that came along with that decision
    [19:12] Ashlyn talks about the importance of a coach, and trusting them with everything
    [20:08] Ashlyn mentions the success that came with her posing modifications
    [20:51] Celeste reiterates the importance of “the outcome does not matter” and how that contributes to Ashlyn’s success as an athlete
    [21:46] Ashlyn discusses how she loves the challenges of bodybuilding, and how that motivates her to be better
    [22:36] Ashlyn talks about the insignificance of placing to her, because of her pure passion for the sport itself
    [22:50] Celeste questions about doubts arising backstage, if Ashlyn ever experiences such situations
    [22:13] Ashlyn truthfully responds to Celestes question, and discuses how doubt is something we all experience
    [24:44] Celeste asks Ashlyn about her polish and presentation and how she made her decisions regarding these important aspects of competing
    [25:20] Ashlyn talks about how she used the feedback from judges to make future decisions
    [26:10] Ashlyn points out that having a natural hair color is more of what the judges are looking for
    [26:30] Ashlyn talks about her previous show looks and feedback from the judges on each of them
    [29:00] Ashlyn talks about her decision to stick to more neutral colors for her overall look
    [30:00] Ashlyn talks about the hair and makeup colors that work well for her
    [30:35] Ashlyn mentions the importance of constantly getting feedback from judges and working on their feedback
    [31:20] Ashlyn talks about some of the aspects she is still tweaking to improve her overall look
    [31:45] Ashlyn mentions her plans to do a show before competing in the 2020 Olympia
    [33:08] Celeste inquires about what feedback Ashlyn is currently focusing on
    [33:42] Ashlyn discusses the feedback she received from both Tyler and Sandy at the NY Pro and how she will incorporate that into upcoming shows
    [35:53] Celeste asks Ashlyn to talk about her short mini break, and how this differed from a regular post show break
    [36:25] Ashlyn discusses how she wanted to take a break from tracking while traveling with her husband, and how she hit her goals while still enjoying herself
    [38:20] Ashlyn mentions her eating plan before starting prep (2 weeks intuitive eating, 1 week tracking macros)
    [38:45] Celeste talks about how enjoying yourself does not have to mean losing control of your identity, and having
    [39:43] Celeste transitions into Ashlyn’s podcast, and the original goal/vision for the podcast
    [40:14] Ashlyn talks about how her and co-host, Beatrice have shared their prep experiences on their podcast
    [42:00] Celeste and Ashlyn talk about how their podcasts are a way to share experiences and inspire others through their platform
    [44:00] Celeste comments on the many ways Ashlyn’s life has changed, and the various opportunities that have arisen because of these changes
    [44:20] Ashlyn talks about how being uncomfortable promotes growth and provides challenge
    [45:06] Ashlyn mentions the importance of having her coach to show her all of the ins and outs of the industry
    [46:24] Celeste asks Ashlyn about some ways she encourages her clients to go for opportunities
    [46:55] Ashlyn discusses one of her current clients and how they have successfully worked together, despite some obstacles
    [48:42] Ashlyn talks about how she instills what Jamie gave her into her own clients to help them succeed.
    [49:53] Celeste asks Ashlyn’s option on the separating factors between those who turn pro and those who do not
    [50:22] Ashlyn talks about the inconsistencies of bikini and importance of continuing to show up.
    [51:21] Ashlyn talks about how her own experiences with perfecting polish have defined her eye for her own athletes
    [52:35] Ashlyn sets some healthy expectations for amateur athletes looking to turn pro
    [53:46] Ashlyn talks about her mindset for every show is to get better
    [54:33] Celeste asks about Ashlyn’s time management when prepping for shows
    [54:55] Ashlyn mentions her process for maintaining a busy schedule and staying organized
    [56:33] Celeste thanks Ashlyn for her insight and advices that she provided on the show
    [57:08] Celeste asks Ashlyn to share how listeners can find her podcast or get touch with her

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/ashlyn
    Fri, 23 Oct 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    SPECIAL FEATURE; ELYSA WEISSBAUM OF PRO TAN!

    [Scroll down for episode time stamps!]

    ​Today Celeste speaks with Elysa Weissbaum, brand coordinator of ProTan! Elysa has been the leader in the industry for 33 years, ranking #1 in products and customer service. They have been the official tanning company of Olympia for 16 years. Elysa trains, coordinates, and manages events. She loves to make connections with athletes and gets everyone involved with tanning to make memories a priority at each show. Outside of ProTan!, she has her heart focused on service in the special needs community, as well as traveling the world.

    Recently Celeste joined team ProTan! & wanted to provide the best insight on all things competition tanning directly from the source! ​You can use her code 'Celeste' at checkout on protanusa.com for a discount too!

    Elysa keeps backstage fun and motivating by creating a show day playlist. Her heart is in the spray room where the reality of show day is setting in for the athletes. Tanning makes show day official, as if a competitor is putting on their war paint. She enjoys the aspect of being the one to start of the show day experience with athletes.

    Elysa recounts the memory of one of the top bikini athlete’s (listen to find out whose!) daughter spraying her mom’s back. Next, Elysa talks about what goes through her mind backstage. Elysa stresses that the whole team stays involved to make the athletes comfortable. Service is important.

    The spray tanners put the competitors at ease with conversation. Through an introduction, they find something in common with the athlete to gain trust. Celeste and Elysa both agree that trust equals comfort. Elysa talks about her most challenging situations as well as her experiences at prestigious shows like the Arnold or the Olympia

    Elysa covers common misconceptions about nailing your tan and dispels conflicting information that athletes often receive. ProTan! is consistent in it’s messages, while still being able to evolve, adapt, and overcome changes in the industry. With brighter stage lights and larger physiques, ProTan! developed a new product called Top Coat. Her biggest wish is that everyone would be on the same page, the coach, athlete, judge, and tanner. She wants tanning standards to be part of the judging criteria.

    Celeste asks if Elysa notices a difference in how an amateur and professional athlete communicate with spray tanners. Celeste gets Elysa to share what things athletes can do to make tanners' lives easier and make a better show day experience.

    Celeste and Elysa begin discussing skin preparation and taking care of skin pre and post show. Elysa emphasizes the importance of listening to the tanning company and not straying from instructions. She often hears “I didn't...so I just...”; it’s a choice to not follow instructions. In this episode, Elysa breaks down exactly what you need for the best tan and even shares the best process to prepare for the tan and WHY skin preparation matters.

    Elysa explains the science and importance of proper skincare and skin prep! Celeste asks the best way to care for your skin when you have back to back shows and Elysa shares the best practices for girls being tanned at the show and girls using the DIY kit. Of course they discuss the situation of protecting tan from pee and fixing it after any mishaps. Celeste also asks Elysa for best advice with The DIY kit which offers the convenience to allow for variance and to do it on your own time but you won’t be disappointed with an in person ProTan! Experience :)


    CONNECT WITH ELYSA:     https://www.instagram.com/elysaweissbaum/
    ​
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:     https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    Learn more about and purchase your ProTan! Products. Percentage saved on your order helps support Celeste & the production of this podcast! So THANK YOU in advance 😊

    Time Stamps:

    [1:00] Celeste Introduces Elysa Weissbaum of ProTan!. Visit www.ProTan!usa.com and use code CELESTE

    [2:56] Elysa talks about her show day/travel ritual of playlist to keep everyone happy and upbeat.

    [5:45] Elysa speaks to her past experience as an independent sunless tanner and being with the competitors as the gravity of show day is setting in.

    [6:29] Celeste asks Elysa what she does that other companies don’t do.

    [8:26] Celeste asks what goes through Elysa’s mind backstage.

    [10:55] Elysa talks about reassuring nervous competitors about tanning process.

    [13:15] Celeste asks if Elysa is personally nervous tanning someone.

    [15:25] Elysa talks about addressing concerns with coaches.

    [18:05] They discuss what needs to be known about tanning process.

    [21:50] Elysa discusses how preparation for shows like Olympia differs from a regional show.

    [27:07] Elysa highlights both negative and positive experiences.

    [34:35] Celeste asks about things to do to make tanners life easier.

    [38:20] Elysa talks about looking forward to shows and grieving their end.

    [39:50] Elysa talks about making your tan the best it can be, pre and post show.

    [44:55] What makes Get Buffed so great?

    [51:15] They discuss skin prep for back to back shows.

    [54:43] How does extending a tan change the use of the DIY kit or new spray tan?

    [57:03] All about the DIY kit!

    [62:20] How to fix pee marks on your tan.

    [63:50] Reach out to Elysa by email with questions about the DIY kit.

    [67:33] Insight, FAQs

    [63:45] Close out


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    Wed, 21 Oct 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    STEFANIE ANTORCHA RETURNS

    In this “comeback episode” Celeste sits down and talks with the “Brownie Boss” herself, creator of Bambody Nutrition, Stefanie Antorcha!

    ​Celeste and Stefanie waste no time and kick off the episode addressing the recent allegations that were made against Bambody by other individuals in the industry.

    Stefanie opens up and shares more about what actually happened, how the situation arose, and how she herself found out about these allegations and accusations. She starts from the beginning and shares the challenges she and her business were already facing due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and where she was when she initially found out what had been happening on social media.

    Celeste then asks Stefanie about her initial feelings and reactions to the accusations that were being made against Bambody and their products.

    While explaining the situation, Stefanie shares her passion for her business and its customers, and how she feels they have become a family. She expresses the gratitude she felt for deciding to sit down with her team and finding the most professional manner to address the situation instead of immediately firing back to accusations via social media. Stefanie expresses that she wanted to really connect with and squash doubts from customers and people who truly care and support the company instead of giving attention to the internet trolls.
    ​
    Next, Celeste asks Stefanie if there are any details she wishes customers could have known about the complexities of the situation that attributed to why she couldn’t address the situation right away. Stefanie shares sympathy for her customers initial feelings, then explains in detail how they went about finding the lab and started the process of getting samples tested to have their own facts and results.

    She explains the mix up with the postal service, the delay in delivering the packages containing their samples, and the toll that took on getting the lab results in a timely and efficient manner. Then, Stefanie explains that even upon obtaining the lab results she could not immediately share the results with customers.

    She goes on to explain the intricacies and details of the results and how one would go about deciphering the numbers and percentages reflected, and why that took so much time for her to be able to properly interpret and communicate with customers. She also emphasizes the importance of being fully transparent with Bambody customers and her passion to always handle things the right way, comparing that to her feelings and values being a product consumer herself.

    Celeste highlights Stefanie’s passion and dedication she has for always providing customers with the best product and the most information possible, without even being required to.

    Celeste also touches on how her and other loyal customers questioned the claims against Bambody as they have been able to incorporate the treats into their daily nutrition plans and still achieve their goals.

    Celeste also asks Stefanie to touch on the macro content and nutrition labels Bambody does provide customers and how it varies from the typical baked good or treat you find on grocery store shelves.

    Transitioning from the process of and how Stefanie addressed the issue of the allegations made against Bambody, her and Celeste talk about the expanding product line and the changes Stefanie is making moving forward. Stefanie then breaks down the differences between the new lines; the Elite line, Guiltless Pleasure line, and the Indulgent line.

    Next, Celeste and Stefanie talk about the new exciting holiday treats that will be releasing soon as the fall season is in full swing. After talking fun holiday releases Celeste asks if Stefanie ever gets creative at home and creates Bam treats outside of her official “Bambody kitchen.” Celeste also asks Stefanie if there are any Bambody treats that her friends and family love, yet she isn’t over the moon about.

    Stefanie shares a brief history of the evolution of Bambody and how she first started experimenting with macro friendly treats as she wanted something that would satisfy her sweet tooth yet keep her on track for her fitness goals.

    She talks about how she got into bodybuilding when the typical competition diet was the “chicken, broccoli, and rice” and how she wanted to add variety in a fun and tasty way.

    Celeste also shares her personal experiences in finding Bambody products and how she felt it helped her mend her relationship with food and allow herself freedom and flexibility in her diet, as well as allow herself to have an indulgent sweet treat on a regular basis yet that also supports her and her goals.

    Next, Celeste asks Stefanie about personal goals Stefanie has and she shares that she started working with a coach again and that she loves the idea of one day returning to the stage.

    Then, the two women talk about Stefanie’s circle of friends and customers. Celeste asks Stefanie about the circle of love she has and maintains at all times and how she has developed such a strong support circle.

    Concluding the episode Stefanie shares how listeners can further connect with and talk with her through her personal and business channels on social media.

    CONNECT WITH STEFANIE HERE:
    LEARN MORE ABOUT BAMBODY AND TRY THE DELICIOUSNESS HERE:
    USE CELESTE'S MONTHLY DISCOUNT CODE TO SAVE! DM HER ON IG: @CELESTIAL_FIT OR VISIT HER LINKS PAGE TO SEE THE MONTH'S CODE :)

    Episode Time Stamps:

    [0:50] Celeste introduces Stefanie and mentions topics to be discussed in her return episode.

    [2:30] Stefanie opens up about the allegations made against Bambody by other names in the industry.

    [6:50] Celeste asks Stefanie about her initial feelings and reactions to the accusations being made against her company.

    [9:50] Stefanie shares how she decided the best way to first address the situation as a business owner as opposed to letting emotions fuel her response, even on social media.

    [12:20] Celeste asks Stefanie to walk customers through the complexities of the situation when it came to immediately addressing concerns and doubts that arose about Bambody products.

    [16:20] Stefanie explains why the lab results were not immediately posted after receiving them and how they are difficult to understand by the “average consumer.”

    [19:45] Celeste asks Stefanie if the lab was able to share the results of the previous tests, product quantity, etc. with Stefanie.

    [23:00] Stefanie talks about the nutrition labels on Bambody products and how they differ from other treats made in mass quantities and produced in factories.

    [27:15] Celeste has Stefanie elaborate on the new product lines and changes Bambody will be making & coming out with moving forward.

    [33:20] Stefanie shares exciting new holiday treats that will soon be released.

    [37:00] Celeste asks if Stefanie ever makes her own “Bam experiments” in her own kitchen/at home setting.

    [38:40] Celeste asks Stefanie if theres any Bambody treats she is impartial to, yet her family and friends really enjoy.

    [42:00] Celeste shares how Bambody has personally helped her on her mindset and competing journey and relationship with food.

    [43:40] Stefanie shares some of her current personal goal.

    [46:30] Stefanie talks about how she has developed a supportive, close circle of friends.

    [52:40] Stefanie tells listeners how they can connect with her

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/stef
    Fri, 16 Oct 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    KATE ABATE RETURNS

    In episode two of the Returning Guest series, host Celeste Rains-Turk sits down for a second time with Crisis Counselor, Master student of gerontology, Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Personal Trainer, Kate Abate to dig deeper into Kate’s life outside of competing.

    Although she is not actively competing, Kate shares how she has continued to make her body a priority. As discussed on her previous episode, Kate has struggled with her gut health and talks about her continued journey to improve her digestion. She shares about the Autoimmune diet she has been following and it’s impact on her overall gut health and colitis.

    Beyond that, Kate discusses her own hypermobility and the levels it can work at outside of simply “being flexible”. She shares how the hypermobility works its way down to her internal organs and joints and the correlation that exists between her hypermobility and her physical and mental health.

    Kate studies gerontology which is the study of the aging process. Kate talks about the aging process as growth and development. She talks about how even though the body no longer grows taller, it grows and develops in many other fascinating ways. She specifically talks about mental health in the older population by asking the question, “Have you ever seen an 80 year old freaking out and stressed about something?”

    Because she is receiving this new degree, Kate talks about how she wants to expand her business once she receives her diploma. Just like getting this degree is allowing her to “pivot” in her own life, Kate wants to be able to reach those who have also reached a pivot point in their life, whether it be in fitness, lifestyle, wellbeing or even a financial pivot. Even through all of this future planning, Kate shares how she is able to bring herself back to the present moment and enjoy every day.

    As the episode progresses, Kate talks about how she began her career in crisis counseling, stemming from trauma she experienced in her own childhood and in her 20s. She talks about how she was able to heal from this trauma and how she used a difficult time in her life to launch her into the world that is crisis counseling. Kate shares some of the best things that have come to her personally from crisis counseling and how to speak out when feeling the shame that is accompanied by the violence of a sexual assault.

    In this powerful episode, Kate’s words inspire hope and optimism for the aging process, healing through trauma and sexual assault.

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS:
    [2:10] Kate’s focus while not actively competing
    [4:04] New implementations to help with gut health
    [9:15] Hypermobility
    [12:15] Mental and physical needs evolving with age
    [14:02] Aging as growth and development
    [15:35] Correlation between mental health and hypermobility
    [20:58] Pursuing higher education in gerontology
    [24:50] Business vision
    [28:45] How the interest in gerontology was sparked
    [32:06] Bringing yourself back to the present while planning for the future
    [36:02] Pivoting
    [38:36] Experience as a crisis counselor
    [41:12] The best things that came out of crisis counseling for her personally
    [47:52] Having an open conversation regarding sexual assault
    [52:04] Working through her own trauma
    [57:47] Best advice for someone going through trauma

    National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline (RAINN) HOTLINE SUPPORT: https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline

    CONNECT WITH KATE:
    www.instagram.com/misskateabate/
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

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    Fri, 09 Oct 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    TAMARA HADDAD RETURNS

    In this week's episode, Celeste Rains-Turk reintroduces Tamara Haddad, a previous guest from the beginning of her podcast who has since retired from the IFBB division. While she may be retired from competing, Tamara is still well-known for her excellent posing coaching and active in supporting other competitors.

    To Begin, Tamara opens up to Celeste about her last show, the Arnold Classic Australia, in 2017. She admits to post-show months of rebounding, feeling depressed, and unmotivated. Tamara explains how her biggest struggle was learning how to balance fitness as a lifestyle instead of a competition.

    She states it took approximately 9 months to get back into shape and how the slow and steady approach gave her the lifestyle shape she always dreamed of having. Tamara is thankful to have had the chance to compete at The Arnold and Olympia and uses her experiences to coach other competitors to these elite stages.
    ​
    Tamara explains how the hardest part about overcoming post-competing blues is the mental changes and lifestyle adaptations.

    Tamara tells Celeste how she used to believe you couldn’t take rest days, and now realizes that taking rest days allows for muscles to heal, bones to repair, and mind recovery. Tamara no longer has food guilt and chooses to eat three fuller meals instead of five portion-controlled meals.

    Tamara and Celeste discuss the heavy and often disregarded topic of addiction in the bodybuilding sport. Tamara admits she was addicted to competing, Adderall, Xanax, and sex which reared its ugly head after retiring.

    Tamara decided to cleanse her body, mind, and soul and admits to having a predisposition to extreme addictive characteristics. She started her recovery by doing a 90-day commitment, sun healing, and focusing on spiritual growth.

    ​While Tamara was afraid of her true self without the title of IFBB pro champion, she worked with God to release those stigmas. Tamara happily expresses she is now three months clean of prescription substances!

    Celeste and Tamara open up about the breakup from her fiancé and how she was struggled with intimacy with partners since. In addition to healing herself, she admits to Celeste how she avoided masturbation to build up her “spiritual soul” She states since her 90 day commitment cleanse, she is now able to have a sexual relationship with a partner and raise her vibrations/energy.

    Tamara states how online competitions is “the future of bodybuilding”. She praises the division for transforming to an online stage and is pleasantly surprised how successful the first one was in July. In the future, she is hoping the Top 10 gets more prize money to help boost audience participation and reimburse competitors for their hard work.

    Finally, Tamara gives viewers advice to competitors who feel addicted to the identity of the sport. Tamara’s honesty and open conversations provide an episode you do not want to miss!

    Connect with Tamara Here:
    www.instagram.com/tamarahaddad7/

    Connect with Celeste Here:
    www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    TIME STAMPS:
    [3:24] Life and Goals after retiring from the IFBB division
    [8:52] Learning to step away from the extremes of competing
    [16:56] Tamara’s spirituality, addiction to prescription drugs, and healing.
    [23:24] Staying abstinent/avoiding masturbation/raising your vibrations
    [35:21] Tamara discusses her opinion on online competitions
    [46:56 ] Advice to competitors who feel addicted to the sport

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    Thu, 01 Oct 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    ANNETTE MOUNTFORD

    In this episode Celeste speaks with Annette Mountford, an IFBB Bikini Pro who is also a pole dancing instructor, personal trainer, and posing coach who also helps women tap into their own inner strength, and who found and fell in love with bodybuilding after getting sober alongside her husband.

    As always, Celeste starts off the episode by asking Annette about her pre stage ritual and Annette shares her belief in the power of mantras, a technique she also likes to teach her posing clients.

    Annette also shares her thoughts on breath work and how she talks to her clients about the moments right before stage, how to channel their true source energy and nerves, and how to use them to positively impact their performance instead of viewing them as a negative.

    From there, Celeste and Annette discuss visualization, and how visualizing every step of the process, not just the end result one desires, will help improve one’s overall performance. Celeste and Annette share many valuable tips when it comes to mindset and how girls can best prepare themselves before stage, even with the minute details, for example, getting familiar with as much of the event environment as possible.

    After discussing how Annette prepares her posing clients for stage, Celeste asks Annette about how much she practices her own personal routine. Next, Annette talks about her posing business, A Team, the organic beginning it had and talks about the impacts and affects she has been working through amidst the Covid-19 situation.

    Celeste then asks Annette if there are any pet peeves she has when it comes to posing and Annette explains why certain shoes could cause more harm than good. After sharing her insight on posing shoes, Annette talks about her background in pole dancing how that has influenced or helped her posing.

    Switching gears from talking all things posing and stage presence, the women talk about body work and Annette expresses that she feels it has made a difference in her physique. Annette shares insight on the concept of giving back to your body and what that has looked like for her over the years throughout her competing journey. She talks about the toll training takes on one’s body and why it is so important to take the time to give our bodies extra care.

    Annette shares an experience she had while traveling with her sponsor, Magnum, before earning her pro card and relates it back to her point of the importance of giving back to her body. From there, Celeste asks Annette about her experiences self-coaching and what made her decide to take the leap from having being coached to then coaching herself. Celeste asks Annette about any roadblocks she experienced while coaching herself and the strategies she took to approach and overcome those obstacles.

    Annette opens up and shares more about her and her husbands background on their struggles with addiction and how their experiences at the Van Pro Show expo in 2015 was really the catalyst for them deciding to take charge of their health and get sober. She shares her husbands struggles with Type 2 diabetes and how one of his doctors visits was one of a series of “wake up” moments to the harm that they were causing their bodies. Celeste then asks Annette to open up about her addictions and how they manifested in her life.

    Annette talks about growing up in Calgary, the lifestyle and social norms she and her husband were surrounded with, and how that led to their struggles with addiction. She recounts the memory of their fifth anniversary and how one “hiccup” of treating themselves to a bottle of wine with dinner led to years of relapse.

    Celeste asks Annette about the relapse and if her and her husband sought therapy or support groups during their second attempt to overcome addiction and stay healthy. Annette explains how her and her husband tackled their new lifestyle, what mistakes they made during their first attempt to get sober, and how they adapted their methods the second time around.

    Celeste talks with Annette about any feelings of guilt or struggles of feeling worthy of the success she achieved with her health given her past with addiction. From there Annette discusses how she started working with a coach and how the experience of prepping for and competing in her first show became a celebration of her and her husbands sobriety.

    Then, Annette shares her views and opinions on placings and expectations, walking us through her first national show and what she learned from that experience. The two women then discuss the topic of expectations, how bodybuilding should be a celebration, and the importance of always staying connected to your why. Next, the conversation transitions into the strategy involved in competing, touching on why certain competitors continue to compete in multiple shows despite already having certain qualifications. While discussing all things strategy, Celeste asks Annette to share an analogy she uses when it comes to various aspects of competing, both in prep and the improvement season.

    Annette shares her experiences with a negative post show rebound where she gained 35 pounds and what that taught her about her approach to nutrition and supplementation post show. Annette talks about the importance of understanding ones gut biome and how competitors should really be aware of and take care of it, especially when it comes to food sources they choose to eat post show.

    Celeste then transitions the conversation to Annette’s past and asks her about her experiences with bullying and how that affected and influenced her to become the woman she is today. Annette talks about what it was like moving around a lot growing up and not having money to afford the same luxuries as her peers and the toll that took on her self-confidence.

    She talks about how she was able to challenge the limiting self beliefs she had developed from those experiences growing up and how she loves to help her posing clients overcome that obstacle in their own lives. Next, Celeste asks Annette more about her experiences of moving out at sixteen and the logistics of where she would stay and finding financial stability.

    Annette talks about how she fell into the party lifestyle, when she met her husband and when deciding to completely change their lives they came to find the beauty in their sobriety. She shares how that insight shifted her view and mindset on the vision she now has for A Team posing and decided what it is she really wants to teach her clients.

    Celeste and Annette share a moment to acknowledge one another for their each other’s visions and their desire to help women in multiple aspects of life and on topics deeper than just surface level. Concluding the episode, Celeste asks Annette to share her best advice for first time competitors and girls on their road to pro.

    CONNECT WITH ANNETTE:
    PERSONAL IG: https://www.instagram.com/annette_corvette_ifbbpro/
    POSING TEAM: https://www.instagram.com/a_team_posing

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    IG: www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    WEBSITE: www.celestial.fit

    Time Stamps:
    [2:05] Celeste asks Annette her pre stage ritual.

    [3:15] Annette shares advice from her pre stage routine that she also teaches her posing clients.

    [4:00] Celeste and Annette talk about breath work and nervousness before stepping on stage.

    [7:00] Celeste and Annette discuss the importance of visualization.

    [10:00] Annette shares some tips for what to do during athlete check ins or the night before the show to best familiarize yourself with the competition environment.

    [12:50] Celeste asks Annette how much she practices her personal posing routine.

    [14:30] Annette talks about the organic start to her posing business and how it has been impacted with COVID-19.

    [20:20] Celeste asks Annette to share some of her posing pet peeves.

    [24:00] Celeste asks about Annette’s background in pole dancing and if that has helped her approach to posing.

    [25:20] Annette talks about the importance of body work and the difference it has made in her aesthetics.

    [28:30] Annette shares an experience she had with her sponsor Magnum and how that relates to her point of giving back to yourself & your body.

    [32:00] Celeste asks Annette about her experiences with coaches and Annette shares how she eventually became self-coached.

    [34:30] Celeste asks Annette about the typical prep roadblocks she expected to experience and how she approached them while coaching herself.

    [41:45] Celeste asks Annette to share her experiences with addiction and how it manifested in her life.

    [49:00] Celeste asks Annette if she and her husband sought therapy and support groups while working to overcome their addiction and stay healthy.

    [52:20] Annette shares if she ever doubted she belonged in the community or that she was worthy of the success she achieved with her health.

    [57:00] Annette talks about her feelings and opinions on placing and expectations, sharing her experiences of her first national show.

    [60:30] Celeste relates to Annette’s experiences and elaborates on the importance of connecting to her why in terms of competing.

    [64:40] Celeste and Annette talk about strategy behind continuing to compete despite having particular qualifications.

    [69:00] Celeste asks Annette to share an analogy she relates to competing, in terms of during prep and the period post show.

    [73:30] Annette shares insight on her post show approach with nutrition and supplementation.

    [85:00] Celeste asks Annette about her childhood and her experiences with bullying, how that affected her and influenced her to become the woman she is today.

    [94:00] Celeste has Annette share more about her experiences of moving out at sixteen and how she figured out where to go and how to build up her finances.

    [98:00] Annette talks about the mindset work she does and how she applies that to the goals and visions she has for herself and her future.

    [103:00] Annette shares her best advice for new competitors and girls on their road to pro.

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    Fri, 25 Sep 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    DR. BRITTNEY DAYNE

    In this week’s episode host Celeste Rains-Turk sits down with IFBB Bikini Professional, Wife, Pharmacist, Esthetician and business owner Brittney Dayne to discuss how she Reveals Her Truth in her own journey.

    With a history in ballet, Brittney finds being on stage to be a very natural experience. She shares how her knowledge in dance has helped her to recognize exactly what she needed to do in her own posing through how it feels and by paying attention to details. Even with all of this she stresses the importance of remembering that posing simply creates an illusion of how your body is “supposed to” look. She also discusses the importance of not falling victim to the comparison game and that photos on Instagram don’t tell the whole story.

    As a world traveler, Brittney shares some of her most memorable trips, including an underwater hotel room in East Africa. She talks about how important it is to her and her husband to prioritize travel in their marriage. As both her and her husband are competitors, she shares how they time out trips so they can let the vacation serve it’s purpose: reenergizing and recharging.

    Brittney talks a lot how her spiritual journey has helped her to recognize how things time out as God intends them to, whether that be receiving her pro card or starting a family. She shares how she and here husband struggle with infertility. After a failed round of IVF, Brittney heard the sermon she needed to hear on the importance of trusting God’s timing.

    As a business owner, Brittney passionately talks about the natural skincare line she has developed called RYT Skincare, which stands for Reveal Your Truth. And although a big part of her brand is focused on the skincare, Brittney talks about another huge aspect which is Revealing Your Truth. For Brittney, this was sharing her journey of infertility and the depression that came from that. In revealing her truth she found a community of women who had been going through struggles similar to her own.

    As the episode draws to a close, Brittney gives her best advice to both first time competitors and those on their road to pro. Although different, both pieces of advice have a similar theme, one Brittney feels very passionate about and is excited to share with the world: Reveal You Truth.

    CONNECT WITH BRITTNEY:
    https://www.instagram.com/drbrit_fit/

    LEARN ABOUT RYT SKINCARE:
    https://www.instagram.com/therytskincare/
    https://www.therytskincare.com/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    www.celestial.fit


    EPISODE TIME STAMPS
    [1:58] Pre Stage Rituals
    [3:44] Feedback from the Tampa Pro
    [5:15] Post Show Weight Gain
    [8:53] The Impotence of Giving your Coach time to get to know you
    [11:02] Adjusting physically and mentally to a hectic prep schedule
    [12:30] Giving yourself grace to rest when you need to
    [14:32] Competition Journey
    [18:17] Ballet Background and how it helps in posing
    [21:59] Showing up for yourself every chance that you get
    [24:42] Non-negotiables in her marriage
    [30:40] Travel recommendations
    [34:44] Prioritizing travel in her marriage
    [38:15] Differences between vacation life and day to day life
    [41:59] The decision to take time off from the stage
    [46:22] Having fun on the stage
    [48:57] Infertility journey
    [53:44] Choosing to discontinue fertility treatments and trusting God’s timing
    [58:45] RYT Skincare
    [1:00:52] Overall Business Mission
    [1:04:10] Returning to the stage for mental and physical health
    [1:08:20] How to find RYT Skincare
    [1:11:17] Developing the RYT Skincare formula
    [1:15:04] Best advice for first time competitors and those on the road to pro

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    Fri, 18 Sep 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    SHENESE CASE

    In this week’s episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk has the pleasure of interviewing IFBB Pro Shenese Case. Known for her killer glutes and high energy, Shenese has a passion for fitness and helping women achieve their goals. In addition to being a fitness coach, this Canadian bombshell is in prep for her Pro debut after winning her pro card at Vancouver Pro in 2019.

    Shenese begins by acknowledging how hard she is working to achieve a better stage presence for her Pro Debut in September. She gives credit to Beyonce to obtain a more sassy and energetic stage presence. Shenese also mentions the importance of hiring a coach during this time to have “another set of eyes”. Her coach focuses on every detail from “hair to toenails”. Her coach emphasizes a good posing routine to show off her physique and how making posing a daily routine will help the stage become second-nature.

    Celeste and Shenese speak about how she was able to self-coach to the national level Shenese explains how she was afraid to train upper body before hiring a coach because of the misconceptions of being too manly with big biceps and shoulders. She has also decreased lower body focused strength training such as quads/calves and increased upper body days to obtain the perfect balance of muscle.

    For her pro debut, Shenese has now focused on bringing down her mid-section, facial expressions, and overall conditioning. During her off season, Shenese did not over indulge and enjoyed occasional cheat meals to keep her waist line down and manageable. Celeste and Shenese agree that there is more to life than “chicken, rice, and broccoli”. Shenese now uses this approach while she coaches other women about meal timing, macros, and practicing moderation and portion sizes.

    Celeste and Shenese also discuss the “why” of competing. Shenese reminisces about the insecure girl she used to be and how fitness gave her the confidence she always wanted. Shenese encourages viewers to support other women in the beginning of their fitness journeys. Celeste and Shenese believe that competing gave them the inner strength and discipline to have a sense of purpose in life.

    Finally, Shenese gives credit to her daily rituals. She begins the day by meditating 10 minutes journaling, lighting a candle, and setting intentions for the day. Shenese never wants to be remembered as “the moody person” during prep and wants to represent sport in the best light. She states, “When you love what you do, it should be full of happiness.” She has leaned on her friends and family during stressful times to include losing her Dad and going through a breakup during competition prep.

    Shenese is a wonderful representation for the IFBB and has an undeniable energy!

    CONNECT WITH SHENESE:
    www.instagram.com/shennxo_ifbbpro/
    linktr.ee/Shenese

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    www.celestial.fit


    EPISODE TIME STAMPS:

    [1:32] Shenese shares her stage ritual

    [4:01] Shenese discusses her love for her team/importance of posing and stage presence

    [8:04] Differences between self-coaching and hiring a quality coach.

    [10:32] Training split/favorite shoulder and glute exercises

    [13:05] Feedback provided by judges for her Pro Debut

    [15:36] Traveling for shows internationally/during pandemic

    [20:23] Difference between prep and off-season diet/bringing your best package

    [25:31] Shenese’s “why” on competing/words of wisdom

    [33:24] How Shenese stays inspired/motivated; Her day-to-day routine

    [36:21] Keeping a positive attitude in prep, avoiding negative feelings

    [41:37] Shenese opens up about heart break, losing her dad, moving during pandemic

    [45:33] How being an IFBB Pro has aided her professional life

    [50:25] How Shenese guides women to feel empowered/her coaching skills

    [53:30] Shenese discusses her E-Book for better glute development

    [55:56} Transitioning from cosmetology to fitness coaching

    [58:27] Fear of post-season eating/being food focused

    [1:05:33] Favorite meals/recipes/food freedom

    [1:15:00] Shenese talks about her future plans, endorsements, brand deals

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    Thu, 10 Sep 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    KIM SERMENO

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Kim Sermeno, a Salvadorian immigrant who learned English in three months, obtained US citizenship and her college degree in nutrition, and who is a soon to be gym owner who earned her pro card at North Americans in 2019.

    Celeste starts off the episode in her usual fashion by asking Kim about her pre stage ritual. From there, Kim shares with listeners how she got started in fitness and competing and what led her to pursue achieving her pro card.

    Kim shares that growing up she was always athletic, participating in various sports such as track, soccer, and softball. When she came to the United States she discovered the gym and it was then that she started the transition from being a runner to immersing herself in the world of weightlifting.

    After being asked by other gym goers if she was a competitor, Kim started researching the sport and decided to give it a try. Next, Kim talks about her experiences with her first two competitions being self coached and the approach she took to her nutrition. She then goes on to share how she started off competing in smaller shows to allow herself to manage her nerves and allow herself to get comfortable with the stage and the sport.

    Celeste asks Kim if her nerves have progressed as she’s climbed through the ranks from amateur to pro, yet Kim shares how she believes her background in modeling helped her feel comfortable on stage. Since Kim jumped into competing without knowing a lot about what bodybuilding entailed, Celeste asks Kim if, looking back, there is anything she wishes she had known prior to starting in the NPC.

    Kim explains that her approach to nutrition has changed since she started, from being self-taught to now working with a coach who has her on a structured meal plan for competitions. Then, Kim gives listeners insight on how her approach to nutrition changes during the off season and she admits that she doesn’t track macros or calories. She shares that she doesn’t feel the need to count meticulously in her off seasons as this has become her lifestyle and she understands how to fuel her body properly regardless of her current “season.” Kim and Celeste discuss the concept of treating the body like a treasure and how that translates to leading a healthy lifestyle.

    From there, Celeste transitions into Kim’s competing career and asks how her approach has differed over the years. Kim explains that she follows the plan her coach gives her and that she never sees competing as a chore, as it’s something she loves chooses to pursue.

    She shares that although she does have cravings during prep, she never gives in and loves seeing how her body changes the closer she gets to a show. With that being said, Celeste asks Kim to share her favorite prep meals and the ladies discuss their shared love for meals including oats. Next, Celeste asks Kim to share her favorite exercises for glutes, hamstrings, and shoulders if she could only choose one exercise for each muscle group.

    The ladies discuss how much they both love smaller isolation movements and band work as well as typical heavy compound movements, which many prefer to emphasize when it comes to building muscle. After discussing training, Celeste asks Kim to walk listeners through her experiences competing in various national shows and how she addressed the feedback given to her by the judges.

    Kim shares how she took first her class at her first show, the Olympia Amateur, then from there proceeded to do well in other shows, almost achieving her pro card, yet at one national shows she landed in one of the last call outs, making her reconsider if competing was for her.

    Despite being on the fence about her future in competing, Kim had already signed up for the next national show and also had plans to vacation with her boyfriend. Kim recounts her experiences of being on vacation and how the time away from her training and diet affected her physique. After coming home, Kim realized she was up 10 pounds being only 11 days out from her show and she explains how she and her coach addressed the setbacks and persevered regardless.

    Kim felt a newfound sense of confidence in herself during the show after hearing other women compliment her physique backstage and how that was the day she achieved her pro card. Celeste and Kim reflect on the various challenges Kim faced before finally reaching her goal and how that only made her a stronger athlete. Celeste then asks Kim what she would like to accomplish with her IFBB pro status and Kim shares her hopes and aspirations to one day step on the Olympia and Arnold stages.

    Switching gears from all things competing, Celeste asks Kim more about her journey to citizenship; how she ended up in the United States being an immigrant from El Salvador, and what inspired her to come to California.

    Kim explains that growing up she was one of five children and after seeing how hard her mother worked to provide for her and her siblings, Kim knew she wanted a better life for herself. She also shares how life in El Salvador differs from that in the United States, stating that the weaker economy and lack of options and opportunities in terms of higher education and jobs limits ones potential. Kim sought a better life not only for herself but for her family as well.

    She opens up and reveals that she originally came over as an illegal immigrant, recounting her experiences on her journey to the United States, which she plans to write about and publish, titling the book “29 Days,” as a tribute to the time it took her to cross the border.

    Next, Kim talks about her plans to not only become an author but to open a gym in her city of San Juan Capistrano. She explains the reasoning and motivation behind wanting to open up her own facility as well as the some of the challenges she has faced thus far. Kim shares that she has always wanted to be a business owner and explains some of the other projects she is working on both in business and in education, yet how all her goals are interconnected.

    Celeste then asks Kim how bodybuilding has helped her as both a business owner and a mother. Kim talks about how she admired her mothers hard work ethic and how that inspired her to be a hard worker, a good mother but also enjoy the fruits of her labor. Kim also mentions the point of the greater the risk, the greater the reward, and how she has taken that approach with her business ventures.

    ​After discussing business, Kim shares how she learned English after arriving in the US not knowing the language at all. Kim shares her strategy of immersing herself in the language every way she could and how that helped her learn the basics before being able to take classes. Celeste also asks how Kim met her now boyfriend and how he and her son not only support her but keep her accountable during her competition preps. Lastly, as always, Kim shares her best advice for first time competitors and for girls on their road to pro.

    Connect with Kim:
    https://www.instagram.com/k_roxysermeno/
    https://linktr.ee/k_roxysermeno

    Connect with Celeste:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/


    Time Stamps:
    [1:45] Kim shares her pre-stage ritual with listeners.

    [2:15] Celeste asks Kim to share how she got started in fitness and when she found competing.

    [4:38] Kim shares how she prepped herself for her first two competitions.

    [7:50] Celeste asks Kim if she’s ever experienced nervousness before hitting the stage as her competitive career continued to progress.

    [9:20] Celeste asks Kim if there’s anything she wishes she had known prior to competing in her first NPC show.

    [12:40] Kim shares her approach she takes with nutrition in her improvement seasons as opposed to during prep.

    [14:00] Celeste asks Kim if she takes an intuitive eating approach during her off season, given that she doesn’t track her food or macros.

    [17:25] Celeste has Kim share the differences, if any, amongst the various preps she has done.

    [18:50] Kim shares why she loves bodybuilding.

    [20:20] Celeste asks Kim about her favorite prep meal.

    [22:00] Kim shares her favorite exercises for shoulders, hamstrings and glutes.

    [25:00] Kim discusses her experiences competing in various national shows and how she addressed the feedback she received from the judges.

    [32:15] Celeste asks Kim to share about her time on vacation before North Americans and her thoughts about the physique she felt she would bring to the stage.

    [35:30] Celeste asks Kim if she felt she brought a different physique to each of her national shows.

    [37:40] Kim talks about what it was like to compete at the Olympia amateur.

    [40:00] Celeste asks Kim what she would like to accomplish as an IFBB Pro.

    [42:40] Kim shares her path to citizenship and her journey from El Salvador to California.

    [45:00] Celeste asks Kim about the actual citizenship process.

    [49:00] Kim talks about her plans to open up her gym.

    [52:00] Celeste asks Kim how bodybuilding has helped her as a business owner and mother.

    [55:40] Celeste asks Kim how she learned English.

    [59:15] Kim talks about how she met her boyfriend and how he and her son keep her accountable during prep.

    [61:25] Kim shares her best advice for first time competitors and girls on her road to pro

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/kim-sermeno
    Fri, 04 Sep 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    JESSICA PEREZ-BEEBE

    In today’s episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Jessica Perez-Beebe, an IFBB Pro who faced adversity growing up, yet found how to live a healthy abundant life after finding personal development and
    self improvement and who now uses her athlete mentality in her own business to mentor entrepreneurs and leaders.

    As always, Celeste kicks off the episode by having Jessica share her pre-stage ritual with listeners. From there, Celeste and Jessica quickly recap Jessica’s competing history during which she goes on to share how her experience coaching herself into nationals was what she considered “a disaster.”

    First, however, Jessica explains how she originally got into bodybuilding after previously being active in the CrossFit community, as well as owning her own strength & conditioning gym, yet was looking for another goal to help her stay focused while also trying to grow her business.

    To Jessica’s surprise, she placed in the top 5 at her first national show yet at the time she hadn’t even considered the thought of becoming a pro in the sport. After leaving her coach at the time due to plans of moving abroad with her husband, Jessica decided last minute to compete at USA’s self-coached, which was where she discovered the necessity to have a coach despite her years of knowledge and education in the industry, emphasizing that “you don’t know what you don’t know.”

    Next, Celeste asks Jessica about her decision to move overseas, which ultimately led to her 3.5 year break from competing. Jessica explains that her and her husband had a shared vision of being location independent, traveling for months or years at a time, renting houses here and there, all while being able to manage their businesses or work remotely. Jessica shares that her and her husband ended up becoming overnight parents to her niece Lily, yet despite her coming into their lives they went ahead with their plans to move.

    Jessica sold her business sooner than originally planned and they decided to bring Lily with them and gift her the experience of travel from a young age. Jessica confirms that her decision to take Lily along was the right one, as Lily was able to grow up in an environment with parents who set positive examples and displayed
    what a well rounded and fulfilling life can entail.

    Celeste then asks Jessica how the living abroad and being a nomad affected her commitments to health and fitness, to which Jessica explains that her experiences were different from a typical vacation as it was an opportunity to immerse herself in various cultures, learn new customs and ways of living, as well as constantly having to adapt. Celeste then has Jessica elaborate on the role nutrition and fitness took during Jessica’s time in other countries.

    After discussing Jessica’s time abroad and what sparked that decision, Celeste asks about Jessica’s role as a performance coach. Celeste asks how Jessica has taken her experiences of travel and being a professional athlete to work with her clients on mindset and how to live more fulfilling lives.

    Jessica emphasizes the importance of focus and commitment and how that translates from bodybuilding to business. She teaches her clients about removing the distractions to focus on one thing at a time, and how that translates for one to be successful in business.

    Jessica explains that even the most successful entrepreneurs start their day off with fitness, to which she shares that she loves working with athletes in particular, knowing that they already have instilled life habits of dedication and focus. Celeste then transitions the conversation to Jessica’s daily habits and has her share with listeners her daily non negotiable’s. Jessica shares how the to-do lists are something she no longer uses, yet implements a practice of writing down two important things that must be accomplished the next day.

    ​This opens a discussion between Celeste and Jessica about the concept of the to-do list and Jessica shares what she feels is necessary for athletes or entrepreneurs to do to “level up” and go from amateur to pro. She shares how she feels that the smaller habitual things on the to do list distract from the bigger, more important tasks that will really take one to the next level. The two women discuss their opinions on how to best set yourself up to win the day while setting intentions and how to focus those actions and intentions to help accomplish the big vision or goal.

    Switching gears, Celeste asks Jessica about her beginnings in the world of personal
    development and how she realized that things like the law of attraction and inner work could help her lead a more abundant life. Jessica talks about how from a young age she was always curious and how she found ways to detach from the violent and fearful environment she grew up in to seek out how to better her life.

    She shares that from a young age she knew she was meant for more and how that desire and skill carried over into her adult life and competing career, trusting that she could create what she focused on. Branching off of Jessica’s beginnings in truly
    achieving what she focuses on, Celeste asks Jessica about finances and how she manages her mindset around money in terms of budgeting for competitions, as well as how she works with clients about their mindset with money as well.

    Celeste moves on to ask Jessica about the sudden passing of her mom and how that affected her life decisions moving forward. Jessica recounts the story of how she found out about her moms passing after coming home from an out-of-town event for a job she didn’t enjoy working under a verbally abusive manager, where she felt like she wasn’t harnessing her true potential, and how she took this as a sign to fearlessly pursue the life she had dreamt for herself.

    Jessica found the lesson in a tragic event, shifted her mindset and used that to propel her forward. Jessica then talks about her plans for her pro debut and how injuries and show cancellations forced her to modify the original plan, yet that she never saw quitting as an option. Her and Celeste walk through the various challenges she faced before stepping on stage at the NorCal show, yet Jessica emphasizes the importance of finishing through with goals she sets for herself. Jessica looks at her perseverance as something she has trained herself for, to “go all the way.”

    Although not showing up with her best physique to date, Jessica was still proud of the fact that she followed through with the plan to step on that stage having overcome so many obstacles. Next, Celeste asks Jessica about her plan of action moving forward for her 2020 season, now already having one show under her belt. Jessica explains her reasoning behind switching teams and coaching and why she had to make a tough decision in order to level up and shares what her and her new coach Damian, from The Pros, have planned for the rest of this year.

    The women quickly touch on the importance of divine timing and trusting that goals
    will come to fruition when they are meant to be. While talking about the concept of time and patience, Jessica emphasizes why “the juice is in the journey” not just in competing but in business as well. Jessica shares that although winning an award or medal is gratifying, the real reward is in the process and journey along the way.

    Celeste and Jessica then emphasize the importance of habits and consistency and how that helps not just in bodybuilding but in many other aspects of life, business included. The women then make more connections between bodybuilding and “real life” when they touch on the concept of how one’s imperfections can lead to longevity as it pushes them to constantly strive for improvement.

    By emphasizing consistency one can omit what can feel like inevitable ebbs and flows since habits will take over and create that certain behaviors become natural. After talking all things consistency and discipline, Celeste asks Jessica to give her best advice for both the first time competitor and for the girls on their road to pro.


    CONNECT WITH JESSICA:
    https://linktr.ee/jessicaperezbeebe
    ​https://www.instagram.com/jessicaperezbeebe/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    https://instagram.com/celestial_fit
    http://www.celestial.fit/

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS:
    [1:30] Jessica shares her pre-stage ritual with listeners.
    [2:42] Celeste and Jessica go over a quick recap of Jessica’s competing history.
    [4:20] Jessica explains how she felt coaching herself was “a disaster” going into USAs.
    [9:40] Celeste asks Jessica about her move overseas; why she decided to do so and what inspired the move.
    [12:20] Jessica explains how she became an overnight parent to her niece, Lily.
    [13:30] Jessica shares what it has been like to have Lily share her and her husbands life dream in terms of their vision of traveling and living abroad.
    [16:30] Celeste asks Jessica how traveling and living abroad impacted her lifestyle or
    commitments to health and fitness.
    [20:00] Celeste asks about the priority nutrition and fitness had during Jessica’s life while living abroad.
    [21:50] Celeste asks Jessica what she’s learned as her experiences as a professional athlete, traveling the world, and how she teaches that to her clients when it comes to living fulfilling lives.
    [27:10] Jessica shares some of her non-negotiable’s and daily habits that she believes have attributed to her success.
    [31:10] Jessica elaborates on her thoughts on manifestation and setting yourself up to win the day.
    [33:00] Celeste shares her thoughts on setting oneself up for success in terms of identity, as well as on to-do lists with intentions behind the items on the list.
    [40:00] Celeste asks Jessica about her first encounter with personal development work and how to translate that to living a more abundant life.
    [46:30] Celeste asks Jessica about mindset around money when it comes to competing; both while being in prep and during her off season.
    [49:00] Jessica shares how the passing of her mom impacted her life’s decisions moving forward.
    [56:20] Jessica talks about how she approached her pro debut despite the numerous show cancellations.
    [57:30] Jessica recounts her experience at the NorCal show and how the thought of giving up never crossed her mind despite the multiple challenges she faced to get to the stage.
    [60:20] Jessica explains why following through and accomplishing goals she sets for herself is so important and how she felt of her placings because she persevered.
    [64:40] Celeste asks Jessica about her plan of action for her new goals and visions.
    [68:00] Celeste shares insight on the importance of staying patient and goals/visions will come to fruition when the time is right.
    [71:20] Jessica explains why “the juice is in the journey” in competing and business; how consistency translates into habits that can be applied to multiple aspects of life.
    [74:00] Celeste and Jessica discuss how our imperfections lead to longevity both in competing and business and again emphasize the importance of consistency.
    [79:00] Jessica shares her best advice for the newbie competitor and for girls on their road to pro.

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/jessica-perez-beebe
    Fri, 28 Aug 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    CHYANNE JACOMINI

    In this week’s episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk dives head first into heavy hitting subjects in the bikini bodybuilding world with fitness coach turned IFBB Pro Chyanne Jacomini. After leaving a fortune 500 company to pursue her dreams of being a fitness coach Chyanne rose in the ranks in the bikini division earning her pro title in 2019 and continuing to stay in the top 10 of all of her IFBB shows.

    Chyanne opens up to Celeste about having the courage and support from her significant other to leave corporate America to pursue her dreams of being a fitness entrepreneur. Chyanne discusses how forcing herself to rest and spending quality time with family has impacted her physical health for the better. She explains how not having a set time limit for the gym gives her peace of mind. Chyanne and Celeste also discuss the problems with turning to food when anxious and how living in an area that sparks joy could help mitigate these tendencies.

    Chyanne gives details on her journey of motherhood to becoming an IFBB bikini professional. She initially used competing to bounce back from pregnancy. She explains how she had several doubts during her first prep and nearly dropped out, however the guidance of her friends and coach gave her the courage to push through.

    After competing for her first show and riding on her huge accomplishment, Chyanne
    wanted to use her new platform to help provide for her son and aide other women in their fitness journey. Chyanne says the key to staying in the top 5 at Nationals was slowly gaining weight back post show. She believes staying between 8-10 pounds of her stage weight allows for an easier prep, but gives herself grace in the off season to eat desserts.

    Chyanne says that mindfulness and envisioning herself being awarded her IFBB pro card throughout prep was instrumental in earning her title. Chyanne also explains how she initially preferred structured meal plans over macro counting, however switching to a year-round flexible dieting has brought overall happiness. Even though she has only been counting macros for approximately 6 months, she feels stronger than ever, her relationship with food has improved, and has made personal records in the gym.

    Celeste asks Chyanne about her struggles with having joint custody of her child. She admits to being in a very dark place in her life and initially shut herself away from the world. Chyanne also discusses how her son needed to be resuscitated after birth and how this event has impacted her life. and Chyanne discusses the challenge of moving and sharing her son with his biological father and how she has had to
    strategically plan her workouts around this. Chyanne had to allow herself to be OK with missing workouts to make her son a priority.

    Celeste ends the episode by discussing Chyanne’s influence on social media, her feelings of being in an interracial relationship, ignoring racist comments on Instagram, and her views on cancel culture in mainstream media. Finally, Celeste asks Chyanne how she stays confident and feels sexy after becoming a mother. Chyanne expresses that all women can be sexy, regardless of how lean or curvy you are!

    CONNECT WITH CHYANNE:
    https://www.instagram.com/bikinibarbie24/
    https://linktr.ee/Bikinibarbie

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    https://instagram.com/celestial_fit
    www.celestial.fit

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:27] Chyanne’s stage ritual
    [4:30] Chyanne speaks about her life in corporate America and how she found her confidence to leave
    [15:15] How leaving her 9-5 job gave her back freedom, sleep, personal happiness
    [20:22] Chyanne discusses her move from Las Angeles to Las Vegas
    [29:49] From motherhood to bodybuilding: having a family and monetizing her bodybuilding career
    [39:20] How Chyanne stayed top 5 at Nationals and top 10 in the IFBB league
    [53:02] Changing coaches, promoting her own diet/fitness coaching/switching meal plans
    [1:15:22] How changing her food choices affected her workouts
    [1:21:28] Chyanne’s favorite workouts
    [1:24:08] Chayanne's struggle with custody of her child and how it almost ended her bodybuilding career
    [1:39:20] Being a social media fitness influencer/ Her story of interracial relationship discrimination /
    Cancel culture on social media
    [1:52:37] Feeling sexy and confident postpartum/judgement from other mothers
    [2:03:06] Chyanne’s advice for the women wanting to start bodybuilding and who are looking to turn pro

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/chyanne-jacomini
    Fri, 21 Aug 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    JESSICA DOLIAS

    In this week’s episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk sits down with IFBB Bikini Pro and Coach Jessica Dolias. As a certified holistic nutritionist, Jessica shares insight on how holistic nutrition has helped her own mindset and relationship with food and how she passes this insight on to her own clients. Jessica stresses the importance of eating foods that make you feel whole, both mentally and physically, instead of cutting things out of your diet.

    As Jessica shares how her interest in holistic nutrition began, she dives into her past with disordered eating. She talks about how the numbers she constantly chased (the scale, the macros, the calories) had negative effects on her body image and her eating style. Jessica explains about the moment she recognized that something had to change in her current lifestyle as she noticed the lifelessness in her own reflection.

    Jessica proudly discusses how she worked through her recovery by herself and how her mentality made a shift from focusing on eating as little as possible to instead focusing on eating healthy. Although this shift has been made, Jessica talks about how it wasn’t an instant shift. She talks about how although she has been recovered for 10 years, she still finds herself dealing with disorder thinking and shares some of her best advice to competitors who may be going through what she has in the past.

    As the episode progresses, Jessica talks about her career and her education. When she lost her job due to her company shutting down, Jessica decided to seize the opportunity to start her own business so she would be able to pursue her dream, training clients and becoming a coach for Bombshell Fitness. She shares how her background in dance has aided her to becoming a posing queen, with one judge giving her the feedback that when she is on stage posing, she “lights up the room”.

    Like many of us, Jessica has had to make adaptation in the recent months due to quarantine. She shares how her unorthodox gym has helped create a new passion and drive for the sport. While she’s squatting with tree trunks she recognized that the quarantine only reinforced her passion because although the circumstances have changed, the excitement for the sport has only grown.

    Finally, Jessica shares her own journey to the stage. As she fought her way to the top through 10 shows, three of which were national levels, she shares how important it was for her journey to get a “less than optimal” placing. Her 16th place at her first national show made her realize how badly she wanted to push harder to earn her pro card. She also talks about how important it was for her own journey to be involved in the industry outside of her own training and coaching. She talks about the passion she has developed for the sport in things such as working with the tanning company and expediting the stage. She shares how important it was for her to take her competing career to the next level by working behind the scenes.

    In this insightful and powerful episode, Jessica reinforces the importance of building a life that competing fits into and visualizing your way to success.

    CONNECT WITH JESSICA:
    https://www.instagram.com/jessicadolias/
    https://bombshellfitness.com/b-competitive
    ​
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    https://instagram.com/celestial_fit
    www.celestial.fit

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS:
    [2:17] Pre Stage Rituals
    [3:14] The Importance of Daily Visualization
    [5:20] Holistic Nutrition and its Definition
    [6:53] Living with and without an eating disorder
    [8:50] Eating Disorder Recovery
    [9:55] Choosing to study nutrition
    [13:20] Recognizing the Goal Value of Food
    [14:14] “Coming out the other side” of an Eating Disorder
    [17:43] Importance for Competitors to be Mindful of their Relationship with Food
    [20:49] Reinforcing healthy behaviors and thought patterns
    [23:21] Being Mentally Prepared to commit to competing
    [26:31] The Journey to Becoming a Competition Coach
    [31:42] Starting a Business
    [33:03] Obtaining a degree from the Fashion Institute Technology (FIT)
    [35:00] A Dance Background’s Impact on Competing
    [36:59] Feedback received from the judges
    [38:40] Favorite Exercises for Glutes, Shoulders and Hamstrings
    [40:21] Evolving with the Bikini Division
    [43:44] Prep under lockdown
    [47:57] Maintaining an unwavering commitment to the sport for over five years
    [51:30] Journey to becoming an IFBB Pro
    [53:48] The Experience of winning the overall at NPC Universe
    [55:29] “Leveling Up” and creating new goals
    [56:23] Spousal support in the competition world
    [58:20] Pets and easing into the farm life
    [59:37] Ways to become more involved in the industry
    [1:01:34] Best Advice for New Competitors and Competitors looking to go pro


    Jessica Dolias

  • Competing in 2015, 10 shows before winning pro card at Universe (3rd national show) in 2017, certified nutritionist and holistic nutritionist, has degree in fashion, works with ICE tanning hair and makeup and works as expidiotr
  • [[2:17] Prestage Rituals: gets into her zone, gets quite and visualizes herself on stage, when lining up she likes to perk herself up and talk to everyone around her, get conversation going
  • [3:14] Importance of daily visualization, using it as fuel and motivation
  • Holistic Nutrition [5:20]
  • Definition [5:27]: eating foods that make you feel better and incorporating foods that are full of nutrients that help make your life better
  • Following a diet that makes you feel whole, not cutting stuff out of your diet
  • [6:53] differences in life with/without an eating disorder
  • ~9-10 years ago, her main focus was not about the food but the control of the food, she is an “OCD” person
  • Focusing on numbers, macros, getting it really low and not paying attention to the food, just looking for low numbers
  • “How can I get food in so that people don’t realize that I am undereating?”
  • 5’4” and under 90 pounds,
  • [8:50] recovery: one day she actually saw herself in the mirror, noticed the lifelessness in her own eyes and she missed the life in her eyes
  • “I am who I am and I have a lot to offer for life”
  • [9:55] how she got started in studying nutritionTurned discipline from eating low calories to eating healthy, that’s when she started studying nutrition
  • Started focusing on her health and that it’s okay to enjoy different foods, but it’s important to life wholefully.
  • Choosing foods based on what she likes and what will help her build the physique she wants
  • [13:20] Recognizing the Goal Value of the Food (i.e. enjoying a part of life that isn’t focused on how it’s going to help you change)
  • [14:14] when she realized she had “come out the other side” of the eating disorder
  • It wasn’t instant, it took years to get to a point to where those thoughts don’t creep in and they still do try to creep in, 10 years later. It took YEARS to get to the point where she was feeling good about her eating choices.
  • First ~3 years it was a constant battle, recovering from that on your own is so difficult
  • You HAVE TO give yourself grace
  • Don’t know of anyone that has recovered and has been able to instantly change their mindset about it.
  • You have to be able to have a rational conversation with your thoughts about what you really want
  • This is a daily, hourly, by the minute decision to change.
  • [17:09] full recovery is possible but you have to be prepared to handle these thoughts and give yourself grace
  • [17:43] Importance for competitors to be mindful with their relationship with food
  • Competing is so regimented that negative relationships can creep back in
  • There is a fine line between having a good relationship with food and competing, you have to be able to disconnect yourself from the regimen and not let it control your life
  • YOU ARE CHOOSING TO DO THIS AND YOU HAVE CONTROL OVER IT, IT DOESN’T HAVE CONTROL OVER YOU
  • Once you can learn what you need and are able to communicate it with your coach you’ll be able to choose your relationship with food is
  • [20:49] reinforcing healthy behaviors and thought patterns
  • Learning from experience, how to eat well, fuel yourself well, looking at your fitness as an overall picture as opposed to just the eating or just the training
  • What you fuel yourself impacts everything, your emotion, your decision making, your energy
  • You are free to be fit and free to be healthy.
  • [23:21] don’t forget about the passion, love, fulfillment and lessons that comes with competing
  • [23:35] being mentally prepared to commit to competing
  • Girls have to already have a decent relationship with food, yo-yo dieters or those fresh out of an eating disorder are likely not ready for an eating disorder.
  • Not about pushing people to the stage if they’re not ready for it. If you’re not read for it, it can be so discouraging.
  • Best factors: You enjoy training, you are an athlete, you like competition, not seeing competing as a diet or to reach a certain weight
  • [26:31] the journey to becoming a coach
  • Bombshell fitness coach
  • Started competing in 2015 doing her own prep, was inspired by the bombshell athletes.
  • Started as an athlete after her first show, it’s a powerful sisterhood that takes an individual sport and turns it into a team thing. Visualize herself being a bombshell coach.
  • Lost her job when company closed in 2016 so she ended up opening her own computer programming business to help pay the bills while she was starting her own personal training business, what she was doing when she turned pro
  • Dream to turn pro and dream to work for bombshell
  • BECAME A PRO July 2017
  • Started working with bombshell as a posing coach, then asked her to be a coach
  • [31:42] Her own computer programming business
  • Certified programmer, is a service provider for her business, program “smart home” systems and design graphics for it
  • [33:03] degree from FIT (fashion institute technology)
  • Moved to manhattan to earn the degree, wanted to be a professional dancer, injured herself in high school and it helped her see things she enjoyed beyond dance
  • [35:00] does the background of dance help with bodybuilding
  • 1000%, reason for starting competing was because she missed being on stage, when she got into weight training she was able to combine her love for the stage with the love for weight training
  • Dance background helped a lot with posing, it’s a forte of hers because it comes naturally with her dance history.
  • [36:59] Feedback from judges
  • Been told her posing is great and when she’s on stage posing she “lights up the room” with it.
  • Been working on building up legs, has built her glutes up way too much and her glutes overpower her legs and shoulders (upper body width)
  • [38:40] one exercise for shoulders, glutes and hamstrings
  • Shoulders: lateral raises
  • Hamstrings: sumo deadlifts
  • Glutes: reverse lunges, but if she was doing heavy glute training, she would pick hip thrusts
  • [40:21] changing her diet/training to evolve with the bikini division
  • Focuses on going heavier
  • “old school” training for heavy compound lifts, i.e. squats, deadlifts, presses
  • Higher reps, heavy weight
  • Eating a lot, more food volume
  • Everyone should have a different approach because all of our bodies are different
  • [43:44] Prep under lockdown
  • No access to gym, hasn’t been in five months ☹
  • This has been her best/favorite prep yet
  • Training at home has allowed her to focus more
  • Unorthodox gym
  • Bench, dumbbell, squat racks, husband cut down some trees and she is literally squatting with tree trunks, a pulley system made with cinder blocks
  • Reinforced her passion for the sport because she feels able to still prep for the sow under these unknown circumstances, this was a “blessing in disguise” for her competitive journey
  • [47:57] maintaining a commitment to the sport for 5 years without wavering
  • Loves it that much
  • Sees her own athletes go through ups and downs,
  • You have to power through it and it takes years to get there, before you hit your “normal”.
  • You have to be patient with yourself because you are completely changing your lifestyle and your mind doesn’t change overnight.
  • [51:30] Journey to IFBB pro
  • 10 shows, 3 national shows
  • [51:45] most memorable part of journey to IFBB pro
  • Got 16th place in her first national show, it made her realize how much she wanted to push and had to work harder to earn that spot
  • Developed a new approach, mindset going into next year (2017)
  • Got overall in two prestigious NPC shows and rode that high into NPC Universe
  • Everything felt “right”, it felt like her time
  • [53:48] experience of winning the overall at NPC Universe
  • Most overwhelming feeling of chills/butterflies, thinks she cried but isn’t sure
  • When having a bad day she visualizes that experience and brings herself back there
  • Surpassed what she dreamed of happening
  • [55:29] “Leveling Up”, what her new goal/accomplishment is
  • Placing at a pro show, earn points
  • Make it to Olympia (I don’t care how long it takes I want to make it happen)
  • [56:23] support of her husband in competing
  • [57:20] using shows as a reason to travel together
  • [58:20] Pets and easing into the farm life
  • Importance of Food Relationship
  • Making Dreams Reality
  • Ways to get Involved in the Industry [59:37] and the impact in the experience as a competitor and coach
  • Work with tanning company, expedite the stage, takes it to the next level to be behind the scenes as well as on the stage
  • [1:01:34] Best advice for one who isn’t competing but thinking about it and road to pro
  • Never competed: look into getting a coach who is involved in the industry and understands it. They’ll help you prep better and if they understand the industry they’ll know what the industry is looking for
  • Looking to go pro: keep going, if it means that much to you, do not give up, don’t live or die by the win of each show.
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    Fri, 14 Aug 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    KASEY WILSON

    In this week's episode, Celeste speaks with IFBB Pro Kasey Wilson, a Speech Pathologist and Posing Coach with a burning passion for fitness and living a healthy lifestyle. Kasey started competing in 2016 on a whim and fell in love with the sport after winning her class. She continued to compete while obtaining her undergrad and master’s program, eventually earning her IFBB Pro Card at Universe In 2019. Kasey went on to receive first call outs at San Antonio Classic at her first pro show with an impressive seasoned lineup.

    Kasey and Celeste start off the episode by discussing the lessons Kasey has learned from competing on a National stage. She elaborates on why going into a show thinking you will get first can be detrimental and to embrace the journey not the placement. Kasey opens up with Celeste about prepping while her father was diagnosed with cancer and how her father’s fight gave her the strength to continue.

    Kasey explains how she grew up loving the arts and did not begin to lift weights until the age of 19. She gives credit to her coach for the past 4 years, and expresses how their professional relationship was key to success at growing into the IFBB Pro stage. Furthermore, Kasey states that being part of a well-known team is not a factor for judged in placement.

    Kasey states that although you may bring your personal best package to the stage, it may not be the look the judges are looking for that day. She also gives tips on saving money during prep to include the bikini, shows, hotels, and meals.

    Celeste and Kasey discuss food choices on prep and post-season. Kasey reminisces on how little she understood macros when she began her NPC journey, and now appreciates how taking a flexible approach in improvement season can be mentally beneficial. Kasey isn’t afraid to have a glass of wine or a hearty slice of cake if she believes it will benefit her in ways other than fitness, “Food isn’t just food; It is part of our social culture.”

    Finally, Celeste asks Kasey her favorite exercises and questions by viewers! Kasey’s realistic lifestyle, her successes in the NPC/IFBB, and a mesmerizing personality create an episode you do not want to miss!

    CONNECT WITH KASEY:
    https://www.instagram.com/kaseylfitness_ifbbpro/
    All Links: https://msha.ke/kaseylfitness_ifbbpro/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    TIME STAMPS:

    [2:39] Kasey's routine prior to hitting the stage

    [3:40] Lessons learned from competing at the National level

    [6:56] Kasey’s personal issues while competing for Universe

    [15:46] Building a good relationship with a coach/

    [19:28] Intuitive dieting/post-show dieting technique

    [29:40] Flexible approach of eating in improvement season

    [32:05] Kasey’s issues with gut health/tips on fixing inflammation

    [40:27] Kasey’s meals/cravings during prep

    [43:00] Having a healthy relationship during prep

    [50:11] Kasey’s experience at her first IFBB debut

    [53:55] How Kasey handled her family not understanding the NPC/IFBB/diet prep

    [57:30] Kasey’s perspective of bodybuilding from NPC to the IFBB

    [60:44] How bringing your best package may not be what the judges are looking for

    [63:52] Making a budget/tips on saving money for shows

    [66:05] How Kasey balanced school/work balance with prep

    [70:34] Kasey’s favorite exercises

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    Fri, 07 Aug 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    SUZANNE FARGO

    In this episode Celeste speaks with Suzanne Fargo, an athlete who has overcome major adversities through her two regional and two nationals shows to achieve the success she has today and who is a true representation that age is not a limiting factor in the sport of bodybuilding.

    As always, Celeste kicks off the episode by asking Suzanne about her pre-stage ritual. Next, Suzanne goes on to describe her experiences at her national show, where the morning of her competition did not go as expected. With the make up artist running late and a mix up of when her class was being called, Suzanne explains the anxiety she felt as she rushed to get ready, only to find out that she was ready early as the Pro class for her age group was being called instead of the amateurs.

    From there, Celeste asks Suzanne to recount her experiences and journey to that national stage, including the show where the two women were able to meet in person, Gold Coast Classic, which was Suzanne’s first show. Suzanne shares what her feedback was from the judges and what she worked on to improve her physique for the national stage.

    Before diving into the challenges and obstacles Suzanne has dealt with throughout her journey, Celeste asks Suzanne what inspired her to get into the gym to start lifting. Suzanne shares that she was diagnosed in December 2016 with Osteopenia, early osteoporosis, meaning that she had weak bones, which was a condition she was unaware of having. She explains that for four years before her diagnosis she experienced various broken bones, which led her to get a bone density scan.

    Suzanne’s doctor recommended she start weight resistance training to prevent more serious problems in the following years and she found out that her Osteopenia was genetic given that was not deficient in Vitamin D or Calcium.

    Being that she is half Taiwanese, Suzanne also learned that both osteopenia and osteoporosis are common conditions throughout the Asian community. With her doctors advice in mind, Suzanne sought out a trainer at a local gym and after a few months she really began to see her body change. It was then that her trainer at the time suggested she try prepping for a bikini competition. Celeste asks Suzanne about if she ever had any pain in her bones when she began lifting weights, as it was something her body was not used to and had broken so many bones in the past.

    Next, Celeste opens the conversation to the topic of age. Celeste asks Suzanne to share her thoughts on getting into competing at her age and if she ever felt she was too old, which leads to Suzanne revealing her age. Suzanne shares that she has never felt that her age has been something to hold her back from going after her goals. Celeste asks Suzanne if she knew she would want to turn pro after her first experience on stage. Suzanne reflects on her experiences as a collegiate athlete and states that she knew that if she wanted to reach the next level she would have to reign in the necessary discipline and mentality to do so.

    Since Suzanne first started training in the gym and getting into competing she has had the opportunity to work with more than one coach. Celeste has Suzanne share the different approaches and techniques each coach has taken, how her preps have differed, and if Suzanne prefers one particular training method or style over another. Suzanne notes that each coach has served a particular purpose in her journey and talks about if she had any doubts or fears while transitioning between coaches. She then shares how she likes working with her current coach, Shane, and what she likes most about working with him.

    Celeste asks about the influence Shane’s belief in Suzanne and her abilities has had on her journey to achieving her pro card. Suzanne shares that her coach never once doubted her potential to go pro and the importance of strategic planning they discussed when it came to competing at the national level. Celeste has Suzanne share her favorite part of her road to pro between the experiences with her different coaches, the methods she personally liked most, and what she’s learned along the way.

    Suzanne talks about Shane’s “old school bodybuilding” approach when it comes to training, using the same workout plan over years yet progressing in each individual movement. From there, the two women further discuss that strategy and its benefits instead of constantly switching up ones workout routine.

    After discussing training Celeste and Suzanne talk nutrition. Suzanne explains her reasoning behind eating a pure plant based diet for a portion of the week along with her meat based meals. The two women talk about their favorite preferred animal proteins yet that they can appreciate and enjoy fully plant based meals from time to time.

    Celeste discusses the psychology between positive and negative reinforcement with behaviors and how that translates to nutrition and bodybuilding and seeing the physical results one desires. They then discuss the difference between actual cravings and perceived cravings and the perceived norms associated with post show treats.

    Switching gears, Celeste asks Suzanne about her career prior to competing. Suzanne dives into her 25-year career in retail fashion and how she fell into that industry after majoring in Sociology, a degree she decided on after not feeling called study subjects she did not enjoy, such as math. She shares that now she would love to become more involved in the health and fitness industry and focus on working with women over 40, encouraging them to believe in themselves and break the belief that age is a limiting factor on ones goals.

    Next, Celeste asks Suzanne to share some of the setbacks and obstacles she experienced throughout her competing career. Suzanne shares that her first national show experience was delayed because of a surgery her doctor refused to let her put off after fighting through a hernia to step on stage at her two regional shows. Suzanne walks us through her journey of fighting through various injuries and sicknesses while doing everything in her power to step on those national stages and achieve her pro card.

    Suzanne shares the impact her coach had while she was going through these tough times and how, no matter what, he encouraged her “not to let anyone beat her” and to push through the struggles. While on the topic of all things competing, Celeste asks Suzanne about her plans to step on stage for her pro debut, which leads Suzanne to share her plans and setbacks she is currently working through. Concluding the episode, Suzanne shares her best advice for new competitors and girls on their road to pro.
    Connect with Suzanne: https://www.instagram.com/suzannefargo_ifbbpro/
    Connect with Celeste: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    Episode Time Stamps:
    [1:40] Suzanne shares her pre-stage ritual with listeners.

    [3:00] Celeste asks Suzanne about the morning of her national show and what happened that made it such a crazy experience.

    [8:30] Suzanne shares the feedback she received from the various judges she competed in front before hitting the national stage.

    [10:50] Celeste asks Suzanne to share what inspired her to start lifting.

    [12:00] Suzanne explains what Osteopenia is and how she came to be diagnosed.

    [15:35] Celeste asks if Suzanne had any pain in her bones when she started lifting due to her Osteopenia.

    [17:15] Suzanne talks about feelings she had regarding her age; did she feel she was too old when she got started in competing?

    [18:15] Celeste has Suzanne share her age with listeners.

    [19:45] Suzanne shares her original thoughts on whether or not she would become an IFBB pro.

    [25:00] Celeste asks Suzanne to share her experiences and approaches to preps with the different coaches she’s had throughout her career and if she’s found more enjoyment with one method in particular.

    [28:40] Celeste asks Suzanne about her experiences switching coaches and if she had any doubts or difficulties leaving one to work with another.

    [30:40] Suzanne shares how her coach, Shane, had an influence on her because of his strong belief in her abilities.

    [32:00] Celeste and Suzanne discuss the importance of strategic planning with ones coach, especially while on the road to pro.

    [34:15] Celeste asks Suzanne about what aspects she has enjoyed most about the approach she’s taken with her various coaches during her preps while on her road to pro and now starting her pro career.

    [40:00] Suzanne talks about her nutrition and her method of taking half the week to eat a fully plant based diet.

    [43:00] Suzanne talks about how she’s not one to crave sweets; her and Celeste talk about honoring your body’s cravings and not stressing over what to eat, especially post show.

    [46:40] Celeste asks Suzanne about her career prior to finding competing.

    [50:00] Suzanne talks about wanting to help women over 40 not let age be a deterring factor from them competing and her hopes that one day there will be a Masters Arnold & Olympia.

    [54:00] Celeste has Suzanne share some adversities and difficulties she overcame while on her road to pro.

    [56:30] Suzanne talks about how a hernia surgery impacted her post show plans after her second competition.

    [60:00] Suzanne shares how she got ready for North Americans despite not being able to do any cardio due to bronchitis.

    [63:15] Celeste asks Suzanne about her recovery after North Americans.

    [64:40] Celeste asks Suzanne if she’s currently in prep for her pro debut and Suzanne shares what setbacks she’s been working through.

    [70:30] Celeste has Suzanne share if there's anything else she’d like to tell listeners.

    [71:30] Suzanne gives her best advice for first time competitors and girls on their road to pro.

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    Fri, 31 Jul 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    CAROLINE OFENSTEIN

    In this week’s episode IFBB Bikini Pro, wife and online coach Caroline Ofenstein talks with host Celeste Rains-Turk about her journey not only to her pro card but to the best version of herself. After winning her pro status after just two shows, one of which was international in Columbia, Caroline shares her story of struggling with her relationship with food.

    In a powerful turn of events, Caroline talks about the thought process that led to hiring Celeste as a mindset coach and the food freedom she found while working with Celeste.

    Caroline stresses the importance of slowing down, journaling and being as real as possible on her journey towards overcoming a negative food relationship.

    After making the difficult decision to switch coaches, Caroline talks about the self-advocacy she developed in her own prep. She shares how important it was for her to tell her new coach exactly what she needed and why she needed it, such as explaining why a certain change was made to her plan.

    Through this process and through obtaining her Precision Nutrition certification, Caroline shares the importance of periodizing her nutrition throughout the year to account for not only a prep, but the necessary improvement season that comes with it. She talks about how she really focuses her attention on her relationship with her friends, family and husband in the improvement season and how it helps when prep comes along and energy levels may not be what they once were.

    Another tactic Caroline stresses the importance of is visualization throughout the whole process. Caroline shares how she visualized the entire day she won her pro card the night before from simple things like where she would put her things to the big picture, like receiving her trophy. She shares the knowledge that the body doesn’t know the difference between what is existing in the mind and what is happening outside and how that visualization helped her to manifest her pro card victory.

    Caroline shares about the little habits that she does every day, whether she is in prep or not, that help her mindset in the sport. Habits such as meditation and journaling in the morning, taking an early bed time and staying off social media in the morning have helped her to come into the best version of herself.

    She passionately discusses the importance of “turning off” work at a certain time of the day to separate her “work from home” life from her home life. She talks about how she doesn’t feel weighed down with work at the end of the night and the importance of remembering that there will always be “just one more thing” to do before bed, most of which are fine to wait until the next day.

    Unlike a lot of competitors, Caroline shares how she and her husband are polar opposites when it comes to fitness. As described by Caroline, her husband has “naturally lean physique and an active job”, so fitness was never a big priority for him.

    When she made the decision to compete in a show, Caroline talks about how she sought her husband input on the decision. She shares how she sat him down to talk about the reality of prep and what he could expect when she got closer to her show.

    As the episode concludes, Caroline shares some of her favorite exercises that targets the glutes, hamstrings and shoulders, and follows that with advice for the newbie competitor and one who is on the road to pro.

    In this insightful and not too “hippie” episode, Caroline shares a mountain of helpful tips for the competitor at any stage in her journey to the stage.

    CONNECT WITH CAROLINE HERE:
    https://www.instagram.com/carolineofenstein_tcm/
    and
    https://linktr.ee/carolineofenstein_tcm
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE HERE:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    and
    www.celestial.fit

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS:

    [2:28] Pre Stage Rituals

    [3:25] Competition Journey

    [4:36] Pushing calories to observe physique changes

    [7:44] Choosing to discontinue CrossFit

    [8:40] Sweeping all her classes in her first show and deciding to chase the pro card

    [11:28] Competing in Columbia

    [13:58] The importance of being specific in visualization

    [17:19] Unconditional Self Worth

    [20:46] Not basing self worth on success in bodybuilding

    [24:56] Feedback after earning her pro card

    [28:18] Developing a new plan with cancelled shows

    [22:04] INSTAGRAM IS NOT REAL

    [24:03] Positive Comparisons

    [31:27] Caroline’s journey to improve her relationship with food

    [34:45] Her inspiration to commit to the food freedom journey

    [39:30] Adapting nutrition to meet the demands of prep or improvement season

    [45:18] Committing to little habits in developing a daily routine

    [51:43] Adding up the little routines over time

    [53:49] Breaking up with your coach

    [57:45] Determining what you need for your own long term success

    [58:47] Self Advocacy

    [1:00:42] Hormone Health

    [1:04:09] The importance of addressing your personal demons revolving around your health situations

    [1:09:21] The importance of improvement season in regards to overall health

    [1:09:56] Making sacrifices in prep

    [1:11:42] Investing more energy in personal relationships during improvement season

    [1:10:32] Having a polar opposite partner

    [1:12:32] Seeking her husbands input on her decision to compete

    [1:13:24] The cause of hanger

    [1:16:22] Long term competition plans

    [1:20:17] Plans to start a family

    [1:20:49] Favorite glute, hamstring and shoulder exercises

    [1:26:27] Advice for new competitors

    [1:27:29] Advice for competitors on the road to pro

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    Fri, 24 Jul 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    ALEJANDRA BALLESTEROS

    In this episode, Celeste has the pleasure of speaking with Alejandra Ballesteros, an IFBB Bikini pro who won her pro card at North Americans in 2018, who has overcome many adversities and hardships in her life to get to where she is today.

    Besides being an IFBB Pro coached by Ryan Hinton, Alejandra is also an in-person & online trainer for both lifestyle and competition clients. As always, Celeste kicks off the episode by asking Alejandra if she has a special routine or ritual she runs through right before her heel hits the stage.

    Alejandra shares her perspective on channeling her inner performer and the energy she brings and exudes when she hits the stage. From there, Celeste asks Alejandra to share, in her own words, her life’s mission.

    Alejandra dives into how exactly she wants to use her platform as an IFBB Pro to help inspire others to prioritize health and discover and channel their inner champion. She then goes on to explain how she represents and embodies an inner champion on a day to day basis and the significance that role has in her own life.

    Next, Celeste asks Alejandra to share her experiences with being bullied and how she used that as a motivator in the gym. The two briefly touch on the importance of self efficacy and how it translates to self confidence both in bodybuilding and life. Then, Celeste goes back to Alejandra’s experiences with bullying and asks Alejandra if it ever caused her to struggle with body image.

    Alejandra shares many details about the bad habits she developed when she first wanted to get in shape, yet she really started to educate herself once she found the weight room and the gym. She also shares that along with the physical and mental changes fitness became more of a safe haven and representation of commitment instead of solely being something for her physical body.

    Celeste then asks Alejandra if she feels she would have the success she has today in both competing and her career had it not been for her humble beginnings. Celeste asks Alejandra to elaborate more on her commitment to growth when it came to her career in fitness and Alejandra shares how her original job as a front desk worker at the gym evolved into pursuing a career in personal training.

    She explains how the first few opportunities came her way before she felt fully ready to explore the world of personal training, yet after her experiences and relationships she built at the 6th Street Gold’s Gym, while still in college, she finally decided to open the door the next time that opportunity came knocking.

    Alejandra shares the struggles she faced while pursuing personal training, something she found she had a passion for, while studying government at University of Texas. She talks about the depression she fell into while learning how to manage her conflicting feelings on her educational path.

    After hearing more about her beginnings in the professional side of fitness, Celeste asks Alejandra what inspired her to make the decision to compete. Alejandra then goes on to tell listeners about how she met her current hair stylist who encouraged her to compete and reach out to a local trainer on Instagram, Lauren Flodquist, who through winning a giveaway, ended up becoming Ale’s mentor and role model.

    Through the mentorship she met coach and Texas bodybuilding legend Dave Shockterly and worked with him up to her first competition where she competed in both figure and bikini. After competing for the first time she fell in love with the finesse of bikini, deciding that would be the division she pursued.

    Although falling in love with competing after her first show, Alejandra found herself in a tough financial situation yet at the same time yearned for the stage and to continue progressing. Feeling lost and unsure of where to go, she reached out to her friend, Lauren, her former mentor, and Lauren encouraged Alejandra to reach out to a few different coaches.

    Alejandra then got in touch with Team Legacy coach, Ryan Hinton, and she was immediately impressed with how invested Ryan was in helping her grow not only as an athlete physically but also mentally. Celeste asks Alejandra about the positive influence that Ryan had on her mentality and how that contributed to her success on her journey stepping on various national stages and ultimately earning her pro card. Next, Alejandra shares her experiences at her first national show and what it was like to meet JM Manion and Angelica Teixeira.

    After her first national show she felt she had good momentum and following her gut, signed up for her second national show. Unfortunately, Alejandra didn’t realize the financial and mental toll doing back to back shows would have, and found herself stuck between sticking to social commitments she’d made with her boyfriend, or going all out to pursue her dream of becoming a pro. She decided that she felt the need to fearlessly chase her dream yet ended up losing her job while being only 10 days out from her second national show.

    Alejandra takes listeners through what exactly happened at USAs and the lessons and takeaways she gained from that experience. Bouncing back from taking 3rd place at USAs and losing her job a week and a half before her show, Alejandra shares how she regained a job at Lifetime Fitness. From there, she recounts her journey to and experiences at North Americans, her third national show, and what obstacles she had to overcome to get there.

    Alejandra shares the advice she received from head judge Sandy Williamson after her second national show and what she did to bring the physique the judges were looking for at North Americans. While reminiscing on the experience at North Americans, Alejandra shares some advice that she received from both JM Manion and Angelica Teixeira and Celeste asks that if, in retrospect, she understands why JM and Angelica encouraged her to do that specific show.

    Next, the conversation transitions into Alejandra’s plans and focus as a new pro. Celeste asks Alejandra about the feedback she received after winning her pro card and what her plans are for her pro debut.

    Celeste and Alejandra talk strategy, opening the floor for Alejandra to share how she approaches an improvement season and if she continues to work with her coach during that time. From there, Celeste and Alejandra discuss the topic of heavy lifting and Celeste asks Alejandra how incorporating that into her training has helped attribute to her success on stage.

    Alejandra then shares insight on how she maintains her focus on heavy lifting while in prep and she tells listeners her favorite exercises for glutes, hamstrings, and shoulders. The conversation shifts into the benefits of experimenting with other forms of training and how to implement those into ones training to grow in the ways they hope. For example, the girls discuss what benefits come from seeking training advice from a power lifter to maximize gains in their biggest lifts thus seeing the necessary growth and improvement they desire for the stage.

    After talking training, Alejandra opens up about some regrets she does have during her journey through her national shows yet she also shares the valuable lessons she learned from her experiences. She shares that winning her pro card was not what she expected and shares what she felt was the true prize. As always, concluding the episode Celeste asks Alejandra to give her best advice for first time competitors as well as the girls on their road to pro.

    CONNECT WITH ALEJANDRA:
    https://www.instagram.com/alejandra.ifbbpro/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT
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    EPISODE TIME STAMPS:
    [2:40] Alejandra shares her pre-stage ritual.

    [6:30] Celeste asks Alejandra to share what she feels is her life’s mission.

    [8:00] Celeste has Alejandra explain the concept of an “inner champion,” and what that looks like to Alejandra on a day to day basis.

    [8:52] Alejandra talks about how she channeled bullying she experienced as a motivator in the gym.

    [12:25] Celeste asks Alejandra if she’s ever struggled with body image.

    [16:50] Celeste asks Alejandra to expand on how she found fitness as more a safe haven & representation of commitment as opposed to just something for her body.

    [18:30] Celeste asks Alejandra if she thought she would end up where she is today in terms of success in competing and her career while coming from such humble beginnings.

    [20:30] Alejandra explains how working at the front desk evolved into her pursuing a job as a personal trainer.

    [25:00] Ale shares her beginnings in personal training career while still being a student at University of Texas.

    [26:10] Ale shares how she fell into a depression while struggling to find her true passion while studying & working full time.

    [29:10] Celeste asks Alejandra what made her finally decide to compete.

    [33:00] Ale talks about how her mentor ship opportunity was the sign she needed to finally pursue bodybuilding.

    [40:30] Ale shares how she found her coach, Ryan Hinton, and how she came to be one of his athletes on Team Legacy.

    [43:15] Celeste asks Ale about how her coach Ryan helps her grow mentally.

    [44:00] Ale explains how after meeting her coach in person, she knew her and Ryan were meant to work together.

    [46:10] Alejandra shares how her experiences with such positive influence from her coach impacted her journey through the various national shows while on her road to pro.

    [54:00] Alejandra discusses the unexpected toll and consequences competing took on her personal and professional life while chasing her competition dreams.

    [59:30] Alejandra shares how she bounced back from losing her job being only 10 days out from her next national show.

    [63:30] Ale shares what she learned from her experience at USAs, coming up short of her pro card taking 3rd.

    [69:00] Ale shares what she overcame and her experience at North Americans in Pittsburgh.

    [73:15] Celeste asks Ale that, if in retrospect, she understands why Angelica and JM Manion told her to compete at North Americans when she had met them at her first national show.

    [74:50] Celeste asks about the feedback Alejandra received from North Americans and her plans for stepping on stage for her pro debut.

    [76:15] Alejandra shares if she has continued to work with her coach during this time given all the uncertainty with shows.

    [77:28] Celeste asks how Alejandra’s strategy of incorporating heavy lifting has attributed to her success on stage.

    [79:05] Alejandra shares insight to her strategy of maintaining her heavy lifts during prep.

    [80:00] Alejandra answers the fun question of what her favorite exercises are for hamstrings, glutes, and shoulders.

    [84:00] Celeste and Alejandra discuss the importance of seeking out training advice or strategies from others, for example powerlifters, to optimize strength gains and progressive overload in the gym.

    [87:02] Alejandra shares a regret she has from her decisions yet the important lessons she learned from those experiences.

    [89:40] Alejandra gives her best advice for first time competitors and for girls on their road to pro.

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    Fri, 17 Jul 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    ELIZABETH YISRAEL

    In this episode Celeste talks with Liz Yisrael, a 3x Bikini Pro Champion who has competed on both the Arnold and Olympia stages, a mother, an army veteran, and a current logistics senior manager who has her Master’s Degree from West Point.

    ​Celeste starts off the episode by having Liz share with listeners her pre stage ritual. From there, Celeste first asks Liz about her history in the military and what inspired her to join the army originally.

    Liz shares that she not only wanted to serve the country but saw the military as a means to help pay for her education, as she grew up in a household raised by a hard-working single mom. She ended up extending her original five year commitment in the military from feeling so inspired by the people she was leading and serving.

    ​The conversation then transitions to the most important things Liz learned during her time in the military and Celeste asks Liz about time management skills and how she incorporates discipline into her daily routine. Liz explains that commitment and attention to detail in her schedule is important for her to maintain the consistency with her priorities and leave no room for the excuse that something can’t get done.

    Celeste shifts the focus to Liz’s role as a mother and asks Liz how her daily structures and priorities have changed since having her daughter, Madison. Liz mentions how she made an effort post-partum to take time for herself away from her daughter without any feelings of guilt and explains how she got back into training post-partum, what that process looked like, as well as the approach she took during her pregnancy in regards to monitoring training and diet.

    Liz shares that she approached her pregnancy diet similarly to how she would an off season, yet allowed more leniency with “going over her macros” if she found herself hungry at the end of the day. Celeste then asks Liz about the difference between her preps and off seasons and Liz explains why she prefers macros over meal plans and why that method works best for her.

    Next, Celeste brings up a topic that is not typically mentioned or talk about openly by competitors - the decision Liz made to drop her sponsorships during her time off. Liz explains the reasoning behind why she likes working with the sponsors she has and what brought about the decision to drop her sponsors while taking a break from competing.

    From there, Liz dives into what drove her decision to take time away from the stage and Celeste asks Liz to share whether or not she felt she made improvements to her physique during her pregnancy. Liz then gives listeners some insight as to her competition plans for the 2020 season, as well as the goals she has for returning to either the Olympia or Arnold stages. Also, having stepped foot on both prestigious stages, Celeste has Liz talk about her experiences as well as the differences she’s noticed between the two competitions themselves.

    After sharing insight and perspective on competing as a pro, Liz shares how she found bodybuilding and what motivated her to dive into the world of competing. Liz shares her early successes taking the overall in her first amateur competitions which led her to pursue nationals, yet that her road to pro was not an easy one. She explains how she had to climb the placings in various national shows, what she learned along the way, and what changes she had to make that finally led to her achieve the top spot and earn the coveted pro status.

    Next, Celeste asks Liz about her preps: the approach she takes, what she endures during prep, and how she transitions from lifestyle lean to competition lean. Celeste also asks Liz how she maintains her health while in a prep and Liz mentions what she has changed or added to her routine over the years. Liz then answers a question from the listeners of whether she had noticed a difference between her preps pre- and post-baby. Since currently being in her improvement phase, Liz shares with listeners her favorite exercises for glutes, hamstrings and shoulders.

    Switching the focus of conversation to a more personal note, Liz shares more about her husband and the transition he had to make when they were still dating and she started to lead a more “competitor lifestyle.” Aside from competing, Liz pursued other personal and career goals as well. Celeste asks Liz about those goals and how it felt to accomplish those goals, both personal and competition related.

    Although she had to juggle long distance with her husband while trying to sell one of their houses, Liz was glad she took on a promotion at her job at Target Headquarters and Liz shares how she ended up at her current job being that she received her Masters Degree in Environmental Management. Wrapping up the episode as always, Liz shares her best advice for newbie competitors and girls on their road to pro.

    CONNECT WITH LIZ HERE:
    https://www.instagram.com/liz.yisrael.ifbbpro/
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE HERE:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    Episode Time Stamps:
    [1:30] Liz shares her pre stage ritual.

    [2:45] Celeste asks Liz what inspired her to join the army.

    [3:50] Liz shares what made her sign onto the military for another 3 years after finishing the initial 5 she had agreed to.

    [5:40] Celeste asks Liz more about her background in gymnastics and cheer at West Point.

    [7:00] Liz talks about how she manages her time and incorporates discipline into her daily schedule.

    [8:50] Celeste asks Liz if caring for her daughter, Madison, has made her schedule more difficult or harder to manage with the structure that Liz likes to maintain.

    [10:20] Liz shares why it was so important for her to take time for herself post-partum and explains her transition back into training.

    [12:40] Celeste asks Liz how she monitored her training and macros throughout her pregnancy.

    [14:15] Liz explains the difference between her off seasons and her preps.

    [15:50] Celeste asks Liz why she decided to drop her sponsors when she took a break from competing and during her pregnancy.

    [17:30] Liz shares her reasons behind taking time away from the stage after competing in the 2018 Olympia.

    [19:00] Celeste asks Liz if she feels that she made any improvements during her pregnancy and about her 2020 competition plans.

    [23:40] Celeste asks Liz about her different experiences between competing at the Arnold and competing at the Olympia.

    [25:30] Liz talks about how she got started in the world of competing.

    [29:00] Liz explains how she went from overall wins at her first few competitions to climbing the placings over various national shows and what finally got her to achieve that pro status.

    [32:15] Celeste asks Liz about the process and approach she uses to get from lifestyle lean to competition lean.

    [35:00] Liz discusses if there’s been differences between her preps pre- and post-baby.

    [36:30] Liz shares her favorite exercises for glutes, hamstrings and shoulders.

    [38:50] Celeste asks Liz if her husband had to make adjustments to his habits or lifestyle when Liz got into competing.

    [40:20] Liz talks about other goals and ventures she’s pursued outside of just her competition goals.

    [43:50] Celeste asks Liz how she ended up in her current job after getting her Master’s in Environmental Management.

    [48:20] Liz shares her advice for new competitors and girls on their road to pro.

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    Fri, 10 Jul 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    EMILY PARRIS

    In this episode Celeste has the pleasure of speaking with Emily Parris, an IFBB bikini pro who started competing in 2017 and competed in seven national shows before earning her pro card. Emily has her Masters Degree in Speech Pathology and works as a Regional Director of Operations for Reliant Rehab as well as a coach for competition and lifestyle clients.

    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Emily about her pre-stage ritual and from there the conversation transitions into how Emily ended up competing for the first time “on a whim.” She shares that she was ready for a new challenge in her fitness journey and was drawn in by the sparkly bikinis, the hair, makeup, etc., yet even after signing up for her first show, had no idea what the NPC was or exactly what competing entailed.

    From there, Emily goes on to tell listeners about her experience living abroad in Asia; how long she was there, what she did while living abroad, what made her decide to do so, and why she chose Asia. After sharing her experiences using her skills in speech pathology abroad, Celeste asks Emily to share how she got into the medical field and ultimately chose speech pathology as her career.

    Emily then talks about how she manages her time between competing, life, and her full time job and how she organizes her days. Next, Celeste and Emily discuss the importance of consistency and commitment and how that is such a vital aspect of making the lifestyle work, and Emily shares her experiences of a time she had a hectic schedule being on prep and traveling between California and Utah for work.

    Next, Celeste opens the conversation to the topic of relationships and asks Emily about not only her current relationship, but experiences she’s had with people who may not have been supportive of her lifestyle as a competitor. Emily talks about how growing up in Atlanta her desire to train for and participate in a bikini competition wasn’t widely understood and accepted right off the bat. She also opens up and talks about her fiancé Jeff, and the impact her lifestyle as a competitor has on their relationship.

    After getting personal, Emily answers the fun question of what her favorite exercises are for shoulders, hamstrings and glutes and why she loves those exercises. Emily also admits that she has a least favorite exercise that her coach includes in her training program, yet she does them anyways!

    Celeste asks Emily to share more about her coach, how she chose him and why she decided to switch coaches before competing in Universe and earning her pro card. Emily also talks about her experience competing at Wings of Strength and what it was like standing next to pros she had admired for years on social media and during her journey to becoming a pro herself.

    Celeste and Emily then talk training strategy and the approach Emily took in terms of her training and time off to really transform her physique and hit the national circuit and eventually turn pro.

    From there, Celeste opens up the conversation to the mindset aspect of the sport and asks Emily to share with listeners about her struggles during her off season in terms of mindset and how she had to learn to switch her perspective from “prep mode” to “improvement season mentality.”

    Also, Emily talks about a setback she had during her first off season and explains the changes she has made to have more successful off seasons in the future. Emily and Celeste discuss the importance of living a healthy and balanced lifestyle, no matter the goal, as long as there as passion and self fulfillment attached to that goal.

    Next, Emily talks about what she learned about her body, herself and the sport during her journey competing in various national shows before finally achieving the coveted pro status. She mentions respecting the sport and respecting the process instead of just trusting it and how understanding that respect made a difference in her outlook on her journey.

    Emily also shares why its so important to have love for the sport beyond just attaining the pro status and shares some goals that she has for this 2020 season, all while wanting to keep her expectations in a specific realm of where she feels personal success - whether that means making it to the Olympia stage or simply achieving callouts in her shows.

    Emily then talks about posing and presenting her physique on stage and her experiences working with a male posing coach as opposed to a female posing coach. She mentions the distinction she makes between criticism and feedback and how she uses that to continue to make necessary adjustments to present her physique the best way possible, whether that be with a male or female posing coach. Finishing off the episode as always, Emily shares her advice for the first time competitor as well as her advice for girls who are on their road to pro.

    CONNECT WITH EMILY HERE: https://www.instagram.com/eparrisfitness/
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE HERE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS
    [1:40] Emily shares her pre-stage ritual.

    [2:50] Celeste asks Emily to elaborate on how she ended up doing her first competition “on a whim.”

    [8:00] Emily tells listeners all about her experience living abroad in Asia; why she decided to go and what she did while living there.

    [12:20] Celeste asks Emily what led her to choose a career in speech pathology.

    [16:00] Emily goes into detail about what exactly she does as a speech pathologist.

    [20:30] Celeste has Emily share how she manages her time between work, competing, and life.

    [23:30] Emily shares how consistency is so important to make this lifestyle work, regardless of how busy she is with work and training.

    [26:40] Celeste and Emily talk significant others and Celeste asks Emily if she’s had experiences with people in her life who didn’t support her goals and visions.

    [30:45] Emily tells listeners her favorite exercises for shoulders, hamstrings, and glutes.

    [33:40] Emily shares when she decided to switch coaches and the reasoning behind it.

    [34:40] Celeste asks Emily what it was like to stand on stage next to pros who she had looked up to before reaching that level.

    [37:30] Celeste asks Emily to share what she felt made the biggest difference in terms of transforming her physique during her time away from the stage before finally earning her pro card.

    [43:00] Emily shares insight as to how she shifted her mentality from a strict prep mode into a more relaxed off season/improvement season mindset.

    [49:50] Celeste asks Emily how she overcame some setbacks from her initial post show experience to her current improvement season.

    [54:15] Emily talks about what she learned about herself, her body, and the sport during her time between her various national shows before finally achieving the coveted pro status.

    [59:00] Celeste and Emily discuss the importance of not just trusting the process but respecting the process and the sport.

    [61:40] Emily mentions how this current off season has been her most successful and how it’s helped with her goals for this year.

    [66:20] Celeste asks Emily about her experiences working with a male posing coach.

    [70:00] Emily shares her advice for girls who want to get into competing and the competitors on their road to pro.

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    Fri, 03 Jul 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    REIJUANA HARLEY

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Reijuana (Rei Rei) Harley, research analyst, posing expert, and lifestyle coach who quickly rose to the IFBB division. After winning overall at her first show in 2017, Reijuana catapulted to the top of the division at Nationals in Miami one year later.

    Reijuana opens up to listeners about her impressive work experience while finishing her master's degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology. During her first national show prep, she was working two full-time jobs, a remote internship, with multiple research obligations but continued to place an emphasis on her goals in bodybuilding. She explains that her often mentally exhausting court cases and client load has shown her the importance of taking recovery days, commitment, and prioritizing efficiently.

    Celeste and Reijuana discuss time management, mindfulness, and the importance of
    preparation for success. She explains that bringing extra jewelry, an additional pair of high-heels, and an emergency meal allows for time to enjoy show day without stressed-induced anxiety. Reijuana explains that understanding your limitations and not continuously “filling your plate back up” is necessary to set healthy boundaries.

    Reijuana inspires listeners about her previous destructive lifestyle and how bodybuilding gave her the strength she needed to better herself. She explains that a scary situation at a party made her value the company she surrounds herself with. In addition to also surviving an abusive relationship, Reijuana explains to Celeste about her previous binge-eating disorder and how she used to take sleeping pills to avoid eating.

    Reijuana explains how post-show blues left her fearing weight gain, wearing baggy
    clothes, and guilt with eating. She explains that finding her why with competing allowed her to embrace weight gain and love her body in all forms. She also ditched the “all or nothing” mentality and embraces living a balanced lifestyle for mental wellness. Reijuana transformed her mindset of seeing food as “good” or “bad” to food for fuel. Her newfound focus on health, in addition to her intrinsic discipline, was key to her climbing the ranks to the IFBB division.

    Finally, Reijuana gives her best tips to first time competitors and bikini competitors on their road to pro.

    Reijuana is the epitome of beauty and brains! Her transformation from party girl to
    IFBB bikini Pro and realistic approach to a healthy lifestyle creates an episode you do not want to miss!

    CONNECT WITH REI REI:
    https://www.instagram.com/reijuana_ifbbpro/
    https://linktr.ee/reireibikini
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    www.celestial.fit
    instagram.com/celestial_fit

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS:
    [1:45] Reijuana’s pre-stage ritual
    [3:30] Reijuana’s education/work experience
    [9:49] Making mental health a priority in her high-stress job
    [12:00] The beginning of Reijuana’s bodybuilding career
    [16:48] Reijuana’s tips to celeste about managing bodybuilding/job and school obligations
    [20:07] Rei Rei gives stress management tips
    [27:20] Reijuana’s daily routine/lifestyle and posing business/career
    [31:12] Life of partying and drugs before bodybuilding/ Reijuana’s wake up call
    [35:08] Surviving an abusive relationship
    [37:20] Transition from cheerleading to weight lifting
    [39:34] Reijuanas past of binge eating disorder/taking pills/overtraining
    [45:10] Changing your body mindset/trying to fit in
    [50:24] How Reijuana improved her relationship with food
    [54:22] Post-prep blues/How to enjoy the holidays/social gatherings with food
    [1:10:23] Pressure of being stage lean/embracing weight gain
    [1:14:02] Promotion of weight loss on social media/Ditching to value of the scale
    [1:22:00] Preparing for her Pro debut
    [1:27:06] Reijuana’s best advice to competitors/road to pro

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    Fri, 26 Jun 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    VALERIE LUSVARDI

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk interviews IFBB bikini pro, Valerie Lusvardi who went pro in 2018 at Masters Nationals and is a wife, mother of three, and an online coach.

    Valerie talks about how important words of affirmation, mindset, and visualization are to her. She uses training as an outlet and it helped her fight through postpartum depression. Mental health is something that is important to Valerie and she is committed to maintaining a good mindset.

    Valerie shares her approach to food and how she maintains a balance while also doing her best to support her body’s function. She speaks about dinner date nights with her husband, body image during improvement season diet, and flexible dieting VS IIFYM.

    Stress is something Valerie has experienced and being a coach, she can use her experiences to help her clients when they are going through similar struggles. Keeping an open line of communication with her clients is a priority. She wants her clients to feel that they can let their guards down and be vulnerable in their journey.

    Valerie also provides insight into keeping your liver healthy, using food to nourish your body, and how she approaches her training since embarking on her journey and evolving as a coach.

    Valerie reminisces about her experiences competing in Puerto Rico along with Robyn Maher and Sarah Devore. She recommends that all competitors should have the experience of a destination show!

    Celeste wraps up the show like any other by asking Valerie what her advice would be for a first time competitor and a competitor whose goal is to go pro.

    CONNECT WITH VALERIE:
    Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/vavoomvscfit/
    All Links: https://lnk.bio/vavoomvscfit

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    https://instagram.com/celestial_fit
    www.celestial.fit

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS

    1:45 Pre-show rituals

    2:35 Visualization

    6:40 Pro card win experience

    9:49 Doing your own hair and make up for a show

    12:58 Life before competing

    14:33 Sales for Rich Dad Poor Dad

    16:31 Fitness lifestyle inspired by postpartum depression

    18:35 Ways to focus on mental health

    19:54 Ways to reduce stress and committing to doing them

    24:08 How competing has impacted marriage

    26:45 Eating - specifically on date nights

    30:10 Struggles with seeing body changes post show and in improvement season

    34:36 The importance of improvement season

    39:50 Different factors in losing weight

    43:25 Liver support

    45:53 Flexible dieting VS IIFYM

    48:19 Mindset about food

    50:21 Favorite/strange prep food

    51:37 Overcoming stressful times

    54:17 Applying self experiences to clients

    58:03 How to deal with resistance from clients

    59:06 Open communication with clients

    1:04:24 Growth through bodybuilding

    1:06:51 Competing in Puerto Rico

    1:13:42 Advice for someone who has never competed before but wants to

    1:14:57 Advice for an amateur who wants to go pro

    1:15:48 Where you can connect with Valerie Lusvardi

    For more information and to support the podcast visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Fri, 19 Jun 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    JULI LOPEZ

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Juli Lopez, a personal trainer and owner of Iron Babe Fitness, a business student and IFBB Bikini Pro who earned her pro card at Miami Nationals in 2018.

    Celeste kicks off the episode the way she always does by asking Juli about her pre stage ritual. Then, Celeste asks Juli about the process she took to build muscle after always being skinny growing up. Juli explains that through consistency and goal setting she saw her body changing, eventually leading her to diligently research coaches before finding the right fight and making the decision to compete.

    Celeste and Juli discuss the potential her coach saw in Juli before ever having competed and what they did to bring her thoughts and projections to fruition. From there, Juli talks about her early success as an amateur and how that really set the stage for her pursuing bigger goals and aspirations as a competitor.

    Celeste then transitions the conversation into the mindset that Juli took on, not just setting her sights on becoming a pro, but enjoying the journey and bettering herself as an athlete overall.

    Next, Juli talks about what made her decide to take a break from the stage despite being so determined and focused. Juli shares the feedback the judges gave her that led her to return to the national stage and eventually earn her pro status, as well as the strategies and approaches she and her coach took with her training and nutrition to make the necessary changes.

    Celeste then asks Juli the fun question of which exercises for glutes, hamstrings, and shoulders, Juli finds best for building those target muscle groups. From there, Celeste transitions the conversation to a newer topic that has not been discussed much on the show before and that is the topic of dating during prep. Juli shares her thoughts, opinions, and experiences with dating during prep and living the lifestyle of a competitor.

    Next, the conversation shifts to a day in the life for Juli. Celeste asks Juli what her typical day to day looks like and Juli discusses certain rituals and practices she has to keep herself focused on her goals, despite having a busy schedule. Here, Juli talks about her idea of “don’t cheat yourself” and how that mindset motivates her to stay focused on going after her goals.

    Celeste and Juli discuss Juli’s business and what misconceptions and stereotypes others tend to have surrounding the concept of being your own boss. Juli also offers a discount on her booty bands with code 'Bikini20' that you can find using the link to connect with Juli in the show notes! Celeste talks with Juli about how prep has positively influenced her life and business by teaching her to be very detail oriented.

    The conversation then shifts back to Juli’s career as a competitor and what it was like to step on stage next to some of the top competitors in the sport who have graced some of the most prestigious stages and what then led her to take time away from the stage and transition into her first real improvement season.

    Juli shares that during her prep for her pro shows she ended up injuring her hamstring, yet did not disclose that information to her coach and continued to push through to the stage. Juli also walks us through her mindset and thought process as to why she decided to continue prep and hit the pro stage shortly after earning her pro status instead of first taking an off season.

    Celeste asks Juli the process it took for Juli to finally find her show day look and she shares tips on how to choose the suit and hair color that best fits your physique. Finally, concluding the episode Juli shares her advice for new competitors and girls on their road to pro.
    Connect with Juli:
    https://www.instagram.com/ironbabejl/
    https://www.ironbabe.shop/
    ​
    Connect with Celeste:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    www.celestial.fit


    Episode Time Stamps:
    [1:25] Juli shares with listeners her pre-stage ritual.

    [2:20] Celeste asks Juli about the process it took her to build muscle.

    [4:40] Juli shares how she discovered bodybuilding and what led her to competing.

    [8:10] Celeste asks Juli if her early success as an amateur really propelled her forward to keep striving for more in the sport.

    [9:48] Celeste asks Juli about what she did for her mindset while staying focused on her goals.

    [12:00] Juli talks about how she knows when it's time to step back and take a break.

    [15:35] Celeste asks Juli about the strategy she took to help grow her upper body.

    [19:10] Celeste has Juli share her top exercises for glutes, hamstrings, and shoulders.

    [20:27] Juli discusses the topic of dating during prep.

    [24:00] Juli shares what her typical day looks like.

    [26:40] Celeste asks Juli about rituals and practices she has to keep her goals at the forefront of her mind.

    [30:00] Celeste and Juli talk about what it’s like owning their own businesses, what it’s taught them, and common misconceptions people have about “being their own boss.”

    [32:50] Juli discusses her thoughts on how prep has influenced her life positively, in competing and her business, by being detail oriented.

    [37:30] Juli shares what’s changed in her approach to training since stepping away from the stage since her pro debut and starting an improvement season.

    [39:30] Celeste asks Juli to share her experiences stepping on stage as a new pro amongst top competitors and seasoned pros.

    [43:30] Celeste and Juli discuss what Juli’s mindset was like continuing to prep with an injury and without her coach knowing.

    [48:40] Juli talks about what drove her to push to compete on the pro level instead of first taking a break after earning her pro card.

    [50:00] Celeste asks Juli how she went about finding her best show day look.

    [51:20] Juli shares her advice and opinions on picking the proper hair and suit color for the stage.

    [54:30] Julie gives advice to new competitors and girls on their road to pro.


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    Fri, 12 Jun 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    JORDAN WONDERGEM

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk sits down with IFBB Pro Jordan Wondergem, who won her pro card at her first national show and is now going into her fifth year of competing. She is a coach for bikini and lifestyle clients and directs an abundance of focus towards mindset.

    Jordan coached herself until her prep leading into the North Americans National show where she earned her Pro-card. She learned what and what not to do and gained experience while coaching herself but wanted to take her physique to the next level. By hiring a coach, Jordan was able to dig deep and learn how to push to the pro level.

    Mindset is something Jordan is very passionate about. She believes that having the right mindset is everything when it comes to achieving your goals and that it will set you apart from the rest. Affirmations are a huge part of her daily routine. Another passion she has is being able to fit competing into her lifestyle. Jordan explains how she can enjoy social aspects of situations while following her prep to a T even if she needs to be a busier person to do so.

    This lifestyle has been one Jordan had followed even before her time competing. Celeste and Jordan talk about how having that base of the lifestyle makes for an easier transition into competing rather than just jumping in. Having goals with a deadline and seeing herself progress is what drives her most and has her whole life.

    Now that shows have been cancelled, Jordan is focusing on the positives of postponing prep. She was devastated when she learned that the Vancouver Pro show had been cancelled but has realized this could actually work out for the best. With her new relationship having a time limit on time spent together she can now focus on having fun and having a more enjoyable prep when her new boyfriend goes off to boot camp. She also speaks on how she has handled client’s shows being cancelled so gracefully.

    Jordan goes into what her peak week looks like as well as what post show looks like for her. It is a new and different approach from what she had ever practiced while coaching herself and she is excited that she can pass these strategies onto her own clients.

    Celeste brings the show to an end by asking Jordan about some favorites regarding prep food and training and of course advice for women thinking about competing and those looking to go pro themselves.

    Jordan’s passions shine through in this episode and inspire a better mindset!

    CONNECT WITH JORDAN HERE:
    https://www.instagram.com/jordan.dee.ifbbpro/
    https://linktr.ee/Jordanwondergem

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE HERE:
    instagram.com/celestial_fit
    WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT


    EPISODE TIME STAMPS
    1:30 Pre-show rituals
    3:11 Hype songs that get you through prep
    5:19 Jordan talks about being self coached until national show prep and then having a coach for national prep
    7:59 Monitoring progress while self coaching
    9:14 Having self doubt while coaching yourself
    10:23 Receiving feedback from a coach
    11:18 Methods Jordan developed from coaching herself. Learning what to do and what not to do.
    12:53 Learning how to coach properly from experiences coaching herself
    13:30 What has been different for Jordan since having a coach
    15:08 HUGE conditioning difference
    15:38 What it took to prep for the level of conditioning needed to become pro
    17:00 Being so lean it hurts / family worrying
    20:00 Prep for pro card win
    22:00 Feelings during North Americans show
    22:59 Sensing how well you’re going to place
    23:55 Re-doing tan for finals to make or break becoming pro
    25:36 Difference between preps with and without coach
    27:03 Doing more cardio
    28:07 Having the mindset of believing in yourself
    29:44 Daily rituals Jordan performs to stay in the right mindset
    32:05 The difference between an elite competitor and the rest
    34:05 How to fit competing into your lifestyle and enjoy the social aspect of situations
    36:15 Choosing to be busy so you can still live your life
    38:16 Having a base of the lifestyle before competing
    40:03 Jordan explains she is self driven by progress
    41:55 Goals and priorities during improvement season
    45:28 Having a goal in sight to be in the right mindset for a prep
    47:38 Game plans now that shows are being cancelled
    49:57 Focusing on the positives of prep being postponed
    53:39 How Jordan is handling shows being cancelled as a coach
    56:44 Peak week protocols
    1:00:36 Depletion meals post show
    1:05:25 Favorite / strangest prep meal
    1:07:12 Favorite exercise for glutes, hamstrings, and shoulders
    1:09:45 Advice for someone who has never competed but wants to
    1:11:09 Advice for an amateur trying to go pro
    1:13:35 Where you can connect with Jordan Wondergem

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/jordan-wondergem
    Fri, 05 Jun 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    The Shift I Needed to Begin Mending My Relationship with Food

    Special announcement! A new series is being released over on YouTube @celestial_fit where you can hear minisodes related to making peace with food, your body and your goals directly from me.

    I will be sharing direct and immediately implementable knowledge around mindset, personal development, psychology, and other introspective topics for you to apply to your life.

    In this announcement episode, I share the first one which provides insight into improving your relationship with food & overcoming that all or nothing mentality by shifting your perspective.

    It was actually the exact shift I personally needed to help begin developing a healthier relationship with food. This series is consistent of short and sweet audio clips. Some will be dispersed on this podcast in the form of random minisodes as well as IGTV videos.

    But make sure you are subscribed on YouTube so you don't miss them as they'll always be released their first... To get access to a few now visit my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/celestialfit

    MINISODES LIVE ON YOUTUBE:

    1: "What's Worse? 1 Now or 10 Later?"; The Shift I Needed to Begin Mending My Relationship with Food.

    2: The Motivating Question You Haven't Asked Yet but Need to Know the Answer to

    3: 4 Journal Prompts for Strengthening Trust in Yourself to Get the Results You Want

    Enjoy! and don't forget to tag me as you listen :) @celestial_fit

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/the-shift-i-needed-to-begin-mending-my-relationship-with-food
    Fri, 29 May 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    MOTHER'S DAY SERIES: JODI RILEY

    In this Mother’s Day Series Finale Episode Host Celeste Rains-Turk talks with Jodi Riley, the 2017 bikini Olympia Amateur Champion (and pro card winner) with 7 Bikini championships. She is the Co-Owner of BBL Fitness, and Posing Coach. Jodi is currently pregnant with her first child & comes on to discuss her experiences as a child with a champion bodybuilder for a mom and her perspectives gained from pregnancy as well as for the future.

    The episode begins with Jodi discussing her pre-stage rituals and how she prepares her teams competitive athletes to bring out the sass on stage. Jodi talks about the importance of getting comfortable prior to stepping food on stage and visualizing the whole experience long before actually competing.

    The connection between the athletes and coach’s is very important to Jodi and the Body By Loleta team, as they want to keep a very hands on approach through each athletes prep. As Jodi talks about the team, she explains her experience with having her mother as a competitive bodybuilding athlete and how the team got started. Jodi talks about her lack of interest in the lifestyle throughout her youth even though she was involved with assisting her mother backstage at shows since a young age.

    As the episode continues, Jodi reflects on being overweight and her mother encouraging her as a teenager to change her lifestyle. Once Jodi realized her health was deteriorating, she approached her mother for help. Jodi talks about the results she began to notice after doing the bare minimum with balancing her nutrition and exercise. Jodi explains as she began to see results, she wanted to see what she could ultimately achieve. From beginning of her competition career, Jodi elaborates on her preparations with her mother. Jodi talks about how much she values the incredible bond that was created with her mother through their similar interest and focus.

    Throughout the episode, Jodi talks about her discipline and determination which holds true during her story of her prep for the Olympia Amateur. She was weeks out when hurricane Urma hit Florida. She laughs reflecting back on the scenarios she had to endure yet kept faith that she was meant to compete. Her resiliency ultimately leads to her earning her pro card at the first Olympia Amateur show.

    Jodi talks about when an athlete is ready for prep or not and the importance of commitment to the sport. An athlete has to decide that they are ready, and nothing should deter them from sticking to the plan 100%. Jodi is extremely driven and a competitive athlete, yet she does make time for her other hobbies which include traveling. Jodi elaborates on the importance of being disciplined to the sport during competition season, but the importance of enjoying things outside of bodybuilding when the time is right. Jodi states that you can’t let competing stop you from living out your dreams, dreams of being a mother and your goals outside of bodybuilding. The stage will be there.

    Once Jodi found out she was pregnant, she was unsure about her changing body. During this portion of the episode, Jodi talks about having a positive mindset and learning to enjoy motherhood. Jodi has realized the importance of patience and taking time to find your purpose and passions. Dedication and support are a continuous theme as Jodi talks about her success and future endeavors. Jodi states because of her support, she will be okay with balancing motherhood, being a business owner and trainer.

    The episode concludes with Jodi’s advice to new and/or beginning competitors stating the importance of your why. Jodi reiterates that competing shouldn’t be done for a win or gain, but because an athlete wants to do it for themselves and the right reasons.

    Connect with Jodi:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jojo__riley/

    Website: https://jojorileyfit.com/

    Connect with Celeste:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    Website: www.celestial.fit



    EPISODE TIME STAMPS

    [01:39] Preshow ritual

    [04:05] How to bring the sass out on stage

    [06:43] Body by Loleta competition prep team

    [10:25] Creating an immersive and hands-on experience for their clients with lots of comradery

    [12:40] Jodi getting into fitness/ competing

    [13:00] From party girl to prep life

    [21:10] What about amateur Olympia made her take it seriously

    [23:34] Resiliency during prep for Olympia amateur

    [27:20] Issues with food access and eating during hurricane

    [29:00] Importance of external support

    [31:25] Signs you aren’t ready to start competing in the sport

    [36:30] Expectations after show

    [40:00] Talking about competing again post baby

    [41:00] Business expectations during motherhood

    [44:00] What is true success to Jodi

    [46:00] What has allowed Jodi to achieve her successes

    [47:00] Finding out she was pregnant

    [50:00] Body changing through pregnancy

    [53:30] Changes with training and nutrition during pregnancy and Jodi’s view on this

    [57:30] Her husband in the medical field and stationed away from home during COVID-19

    [60:00] Learning to have more patience with herself and others and other lessons pregnancy is teaching her

    [1:03:00] Taking things from her childhood into her parenting

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/mothers-day-series-jodi-riley
    Thu, 14 May 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    MOTHER'S DAY SERIES ft. YESHAIRA RIVERA ROBLES

    In this episode Celeste speaks with Yeshaira Robles Rivera, a 6x pro champion who has been competing since 2011 and has stepped on both the Arnold and Olympia stages, designer for her husband's clothing line Conviction Bodybuilding apparel and mother. Celeste kicks off the episode the way she always does by having Yeshaira share with listeners her pre stage ritual.

    From there the women discuss Yeshaira’s vulnerability on her social media platforms and what made her decide to share the triumphs and struggles of her journey as well as the wins and successes. Celeste and Yeshaira then talk about body image and how Yeshaira’s perspectives have changed over the years since having children.

    Yeshaira also talks about her journey of going back and forth between competing and deciding to have her first and second child. The conversation transitions to Yeshaira’s struggles with staying consistent with working out and eating healthy in between shows and what drove her to put on her game face and prep hard for the Arnold this past March.

    Yeshaira also shares details from her application to the Arnold and why competing at that show, especially as a mom, was so important to her. Celeste then asks about Yeshaira’s experience competing at such a prestigious show without an audience. From there the conversation transitions into Yeshaira’s relationship with her husband and she tells listeners the story of how they met, what made her decide to compete, and what it’s like being coached by her husband.

    Celeste opens the conversation to the topic of body image and relationships with food and how Yeshaira approaches those subjects with her daughters and also how Yeshaira herself approaches these topics while living her “new normal.” Celeste asks Yeshaira about competing and all things posing and stage presentation even with diastasis recti, or the separation of the abdomen, from her pregnancies.

    Yeshaira and Celeste discuss the evolution of the bikini division between 2010, when Yeshaira first got into the sport, and now, and how her training and nutrition has changed over the years. From there Yeshaira shares more about her relationship with her husband, how they keep things fun after being together for so long, and how she became apart of his clothing line, Conviction Bodybuilding apparel, and the vision her husband has for the community.

    Yeshaira also shares what it was like growing up in the ghetto in the Bronx, New York. Celeste asks Yeshaira what her normal day to day looks like and how she finds balance and prioritizes time with family despite having such a busy schedule.

    Celeste concludes the episode by asking Yeshaira for her best advice for women who are afraid to take time away from competing to become moms, as well as for mothers who are looking to get their start in competing.

    CONNECT WITH YESHAIRA
    https://www.instagram.com/yeshaira/
    ​
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    Episode Time Stamps
    [2:00] Yeshaira shares her pre-stage ritual.

    [5:08] Celeste asks Yeshaira what made her decide to share the triumphs and struggles of her journey as a pro on her IGTV.

    [8:35] Celeste asks how Yeshaira’s body image has changed over the years with competing and having her two daughters.

    [12:00] Yeshaira talks about her journey of going back and forth between competing and having children over the years.

    [14:30] Yeshaira opens up and talks about her experiences and struggles with eating and working out after and between shows.

    [15:50] Yeshaira talks about what drove her to put her game face on and prep hard for this past Arnold.

    [19:00] Yeshaira shares a part of what she wrote on her application to the Arnold and why competing at that show was important to her.

    [25:10] Celeste asks Yeshaira what it was like to compete at the Arnold without having an audience.

    [27:15] Yeshaira talks about how her and her husband met and how they both got starting in bodybuilding.

    [32:30] Yeshaira answers a listener’s question about having received any doubt or judgement of her success, or felt less privileged than other competitors because she is from the Bronx.

    [34:00] Celeste asks Yeshaira what it's like to be coached by her husband and how they maintain boundaries between the different roles they play.

    [40:10] Celeste asks Yeshaira how she approaches the topic of body image and nutrition with her children.

    [44:50] Yeshaira opens up on what she believes to be her “new normal” in terms of her body image and relationship with food.

    [48:40] Celeste and Yeshaira discuss what it means to “enjoy yourself” and the ups and downs with diet culture.

    [51:00] Yeshaira shares about her diastasis recti that came from her pregnancies and how that affected her posing and stage presentation.

    [57:50] Celeste asks Yeshaira her thoughts on the development of the bikini division between 2010-2020.

    [59:40] Yeshaira talks about how she changed her training and nutrition approach for her physique as the bikini division developed over time.

    [64:00] Celeste asks Yeshaira about how her and her husband keep their relationship fun after having been together for so long and having gone through so much over the years.

    [68:30] Yeshaira talks about working with her husband, the beginnings and the roll she has taken on in their clothing line Conviction Bodybuilding wear.

    [70:17] Celeste asks Yeshaira about her experiences growing up in the ghetto.

    [74:10] Yeshaira shares what her normal day to day routines consists of.

    [77:23] Celeste asks Yeshaira how she prioritizes time with her family despite her busy schedule.

    [78:20] Yeshaira gives advice to women who want to become moms but are afraid to take time away from competing and for moms who want to get into competing.

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/mothers-day-series-ft-yeshaira-rivera-robles
    Wed, 13 May 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    MOTHER'S DAY SERIES FT. INDIA PAULINO

    In this episode host Celeste Rains- Turk connects with IFBB Bikini pro India Paulino for a special Mother’s Day series episode. India is a holder of 15 professional championships with 3 Arnold Wins as Ms Bikini International and multiple Olympia appearances. She is the podcast host for RAW and travels as a speaker while running her online training business. India focuses her work on personal development coaching and conscious parenting.

    India talks about her personal development rituals and the importance of doing self-exploratory work. Her personal development was inspired by going through her own experiences and dark places. She explains the importance of getting to know yourself your perspective changes and begin to be insightful about our self.

    She reflects on the importance of gratitude and accepting your worth. She states that through personal development we are not losing ourselves but shedding the parts we had originally built to protect our self in the past. Her work focuses on the importance of recognizing reactions to situations and knowing when to reach out for help.

    The theme of self-exploration and personal development continues as India reflects on being a mother and how she experiences motherhood. India explains the importance of taking care of yourself mentally, physical, spiritually and emotionally.

    She states, “Motherhood brings up a lot of our old stuff.” She mentions how she dealt with emotions during her pregnancy even when her birth plans did not go as she had originally planned. India talks about her unplanned birth story and how she coped with the last-minute changes to her initially well thought out plan for birth. Indian emphasizes the importance on taking time to process and reflect, mentally and physically.

    As a parent, India explains her natural approach to parenting. India states that her and Whitney were ready to have a child, so it was time to step away from the stage to focus on family. She had no issues getting pregnant after years of competing at such a prestigious level.

    In an inspiring journey from competitor to new mother, India discussed her approach about postpartum and not putting stress on herself to lose the weight. India stresses the importance of talking to your doctors.

    To be careful because the body is in a different state. To not feel pressured to look a certain way and more to focus on honoring yourself while creating healthy boundaries through your process. India restates the importance of focusing on mental health first and not to hurt yourself to obtain a body type if your mental health isn’t there.

    India shares her insights on parents and the connection between your child and yourself, while also respecting your child’s unique self. Her conscious parenting style focuses on self reflection and identifying triggers to remove our Ego while responding to the child’s needs.

    Respect is something she mentions frequently and understanding that your child should be encouraged to live their life in a way free from preconceived expectations of the parents. India reiterates her emphasis on raising her son in a natural way.

    She explains the differences in plant-based diets and veganism. She was met with minimal resistance and skeptics when she expressed raising her child vegan. The importance is about eating from a variety of sources and education about proper nutrients.

    While being a businesswoman, athlete, and mother India explains how she balances her schedule by prioritizing tasks and executing them. India states that the important aspect is scheduling time for yourself and self-care. She explains about the importance of asking for help and not feeling like everything has to be done at once.

    She concludes the episode by reflecting on her 3 time Ms. Bikini International title and the unreal experience of being able to accomplish so much through her career. She alludes to a special upcoming announcement in the next few months, yet India doesn’t have a definitive plan in place currently for competing.

    India expresses her opinions on sponsorships and how having a title, winnings or certain athletic standings doesn’t guarantee income or fame. India expresses her happiness regarding her achievements and that all the hard work was worth it, but that the title wasn’t magically life changing for her.

    Ultimately in the industry, it is important how you represent yourself. India explains her views on being a good role model and establishing a unique brand for yourself not to rely on your looks or athletic shape to make you successful in the industry. If you want to make a career through the industry then you need to begin well before you achieve a title. She reiterates that an athlete should wait for a winning or title to begin something they are passionate about.

    The episode concludes with India’s feelings about the look of bikini. She believes the look of bikini has changed and became very different compared to when it first started. She expands on the timeline of bikini and how the sport has evolved over the years including new competitors entering the sport as the physique evolves.

    India reflects on her years of competing and her experiences as the sport has changed into what it is today. In this inspiring, motivating and heart felt episode, India reflects on her journey to help encourage, motivate and assist woman through their own personal development journey and path to self-love and acceptance.

    CONNECT WITH INDIA:
    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/indiapaulino/
    YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZj2n_-Yz-ceDahWRahmrLw
    EMAIL: coach@indiapaulino.com

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    INSTAGRAM:     https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    WEBSITE: WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS
    [2:12] Prestage Ritual
    [3:30] Personal development/ daily
    [7:37] Inspired personal development
    [10:00] Identifying triggers
    [15:14] The most important aspect in accepting your goals and results
    [17:10] Self Worth and self awareness
    [19:54] Being the best Mom she can be
    [23:50] Becoming a Doula through pregnancy
    [25:15] Birth Story
    [31:44] Birth process and reflect
    [32:30] What inspired a home birth
    [35:00] Stepping away from the stage to start family
    [37:25] Ready to start a family
    [37:50] No complications getting pregnancy
    [38:24] Coming back from unhealthy training and coaches
    [44:15] Eating enough and postpartum weight loss
    [44:51] Post partum journey and reflection
    [46:00] Personal training through Push app
    [47:40] Why we need to stop Mom shaming
    [50:35] Breast feeding
    [55:00] Conscious parenting
    [1:00:29] The social disconnect between parent and child
    [1:03:32] Relationship with your partner as being a conscious parent
    [1:07:16] Push back as raising her child vegan
    [1:11:31] Setting yourself up for success
    [1:12:00] India’s passion for animals and her special needs animals
    [1:16:24] Ms Bikini International reflection
    [1:22:47] Making a career out of bodybuilding
    [1:26:00] Current state of bikini
    [1:32:00] Where people can connect with her

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/mothers-day-series-ft-india-paulino
    Tue, 12 May 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    MOTHER'S DAY SERIES FT. CHANTEL HALL

    In this episode host Celeste Rains-Turk sits down with Chantel Hall, a mother of a five-year-old and a three-year-old who has been competing since 2012 and went pro at USAs in 2019. She is an online coach for lifestyle and competition clients and she recently relocated to Arizona during her prep for USA’s.

    Since her competition debut in 2012, Chantel discusses coaching herself for several years until she decided to bring on a coach after she earned second place and was disappointed. With her coach’s guidance, Chantel shares how she learned to properly peak, ate a lot more and was pushed to lift more and more weight. She quickly learned that succeeding as a bikini competitor wasn’t just about being lean, it was about having the muscle to show when she leaned out.

    As the episode progresses, Chantel opens up about the importance of refeeds for both herself and her competitors. She explains how, in her experience, she finds refeeds tend to be “more crucial the leaner you get,” and goes even further to explain when she chooses to utilize refeeds with her own clients based on their hunger levels as well as biological and mental cues.

    Chantel then talks about the importance of eating intuitively. She shares how her diet of primarily whole foods has benefited her during her season and how it continues to benefit her in her offseason when she lets go of the macros and feeds her body what it needs. Chantel explains how she chooses food based upon not only her love for the food but because of what the food does for her in terms of the taste and health benefits.

    Being a mother, Chantel shares how she talks with her children about the food they eat. Although her children are young, she explains food choices in ways they can understand such as eating protein to make them strong. She feels strongly that if you want to manage work, children, being a wife and her own needs, a mother will learn how to prioritize her time to make everything fit, even if it includes bringing her children to the gym daycare.

    After pregnancy, Chantel talks about the changes she experienced in her physique, including ab separation and an umbilical hernia. She stresses the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle which includes lifting weights during pregnancy and how she believes it caused her to “snap back” quicker from her pregnancy. She shares how she didn’t experience stretch marks in her pregnancies and attests this to continuing to exercise, eating whole foods and keeping her protein levels up.

    As the episode draws to a close, Chantel shares her best pieces of advice, with a spin on the usual questions. First, she shares advice to future moms who are currently competing but want to start a family of their own and then she talks towards the new moms who want to compete or get back to competing. In this insightful momma episode, Chantel shares the importance of routine, structure and building muscle all while holding the best job in the world: being a mom.

    CONNECT WITH CHANTEL: https://www.instagram.com/chantelhall_ifbbpro/
    CHANTEL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/hushfitness
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS
    [2:39] Pre Stage Rituals
    [5:45] Journey to USA’s
    [9:55] Chantel’s first show after hiring a coach
    [11:03] Chantel’s first national show, leading to thoughts of turning pro
    [13:25] Utilizing Refeeds
    [20:54] Applying her knowledge as a coach to improve her own physique
    [21:04] Practice Peak Weeks
    [23:02] Reversing into her pro card
    [26:20] Staying Consistent on Prep
    [28:42] Intuitive Eating after a Show
    [34:19] Talking to Kids about nutrition
    [36:18] How her kids perceive competing
    [38:55] Structuring family meals around prep
    [41:27] Facing children’s complaints on their mom’s competitive career
    [42:50] Prioritizing different areas of your life
    [45:15] Managing work while being a mom
    [49:58] Taking a break from competing to have children
    [54:04] Changes to her physique after competing
    [57:24] Chocolate microwave cake
    [1:02:26] Coming back to competing after pregnancy
    [1:07:30] What sets a pro apart from an amateur
    [1:12:47] The importance of an off season
    [1:15:25] Personal Goals
    [1:19:13] Maintaing structure during the COVID-19 outbreak
    [1:22:14] Best Advice to Future Moms/Current Moms
    [1:25:45] Connect with Chantel

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/mothers-day-series-ft-chantel-hall
    Mon, 11 May 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    MOTHER'S DAY SERIES; A Group Discussion

    In this second ever group episode Celeste has the pleasure of talking with three IFBB Bikini Pros, moms and best friends, Robyn Maher, Sarah Devore and Valerie Lusvardi about their personal experiences as mothers and athletes; managing expectations, getting the most out of their time, Having body positive & healthy eating conversations with kids, and so much more.

    Celeste kicks off the episode by having the ladies share with listeners how they all met, how they became close friends, and how important their common interests and friendship has been to each other over the years.

    From there the competitors share how they got started in the sport given their various stages in the process of building their families. Celeste then asks if the women had any changes in mental or hormonal health postpartum that impacted their competition prep approach, and Valerie opens up and shares her experiences with postpartum depression and how the gym helped her overcome her struggles.

    Then, Celeste asks Robyn about the impact parenting took on her approach to accomplishing her own personal career and fitness goals. Sarah opens up and shares how she transitioned from being a working mom at the cancer center at UCSD to become a stay at home mom.

    Celeste then opens the floor for the competitors to discuss a question asked by listeners surrounding the topic of timing; how did they know it was the right time to put competing on pause and start a family? When is the right time to come back to competing after having children?

    From there the competitors discuss strategies they’ve learned over the years about time management and scheduling since starting their families and some unrealistic expectations they may have had about motherhood before actually becoming moms.

    Robyn talks about her experiences as a single mom have affected her personal and career goals and from there the three women transition into an open discussion about how they approach the topics of body image and relationships with food with their children, as well as how they prepare meals and foods for their families.

    Celeste then asks how the competitors describe or explain the sport to their children and the moms share valuable teaching opportunities that bodybuilding has given them as mothers and role models to their children.

    Robyn, Sarah, and Valerie talk about working out with their children and share experiences of their kids attending their shows. The competitors also share insights as to how they stay present with their families while taking time to focus on themselves during competition prep.

    Celeste then wraps up the episode by asking the competitors if they could go back in time and change anything about their experiences using the knowledge they have learned since starting their journeys in competing and motherhood.

    CONNECT WITH THE ATHLETES:
    SARAH DEVORE
    INSTAGRAM:     https://www.instagram.com/sjanedevore/

    ROBYN MAHER
    INSTAGRAM:     https://www.instagram.com/slcgirl.robynmaher/

    VALERIE LUSVARDI
    INSTAGRAM:     https://www.instagram.com/vavoomvscfit/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    INSTAGRAM:     https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT

    Episode Time Stamps:

    [1:00] Celeste introduces the three IFBB Pros, moms and best friends that she will be speaking with today.

    [1:50] Celeste asks Robyn, Sarah and Valerie how they all met.

    [5:20] Robyn, Sarah and Valerie share how important it is for them to have each other’s friendship as well as common interests.

    [6:15] Celeste asks each of the women individually about how they got started in the sport or what influenced them to get into bodybuilding after already having kids.

    [9:00] Celeste opens the floor for the competitors to talk about any changes in hormonal or mental health postpartum that impacted their approach to prep over the years.

    [11:00] Robyn shares how parenting impacted or influenced how she approached her own personal goals.

    [14:00] Celeste asks Sarah how she went about her transition from working at the cancer center when she decided to start a family.

    [15:00] Valerie shares how breast feeding during prep impacted her nutrition, training, and schedule.

    [17:00] The competitors answer a question from the listeners on timing: when is a good time to pause competing to have a family? When is it the right time to compete after having kids?

    [20:15] Celeste asks the competitors what they’ve learned about scheduling, time management, and adapting after starting and continuing to grow their families.

    [27:07] Robyn, Sarah, and Valerie discuss some unrealistic expectations they may have had about motherhood.

    [30:08] Celeste asks the competitors if they think coaching themselves would be easier given their schedules as moms and athletes.

    [32:15] Celeste asks Robyn how being a single mom has affected her personal and business goals over the years.

    [36:10] The conversation transitions into body image and food relationships and Robyn, Sarah and Valerie address how they approach those topics with their children.

    [43:30] Celeste asks the competitors how they approach preparing meals for their kids while they are prepping.

    [48:35] Celeste opens the floor for the ladies to share how they explain the sport to their kids and the teaching opportunities it gives them.

    [53:48] Robyn shares her approach to exercise and working out with her children and how their interest has changed over the years.

    [57:00] Robyn, Sarah and Valerie talk about if they’ve had any of their kids attend their shows.

    [60:10] Celeste asks the ladies about their skin care routine during pregnancy that they found beneficial.

    [62:00] The competitors talk about how they stay present with their kids while doing something for themselves - competing.

    [64:50] Celeste asks the competitors if they would go back and change anything, using the knowledge they have now.

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/mothers-day-series-a-group-discussion
    Sun, 10 May 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    MOTHER'S DAY SERIES FT. SHAYLA HUBBARD

    Celeste kicks off the Mother’s Day series talking to Shayla Hubbard, an IFBB Bikini Professional who has a mission to inspire others to be happy and healthy, loves to teach others how to eat out is possible while sticking to their goals, and is currently 35 weeks pregnant with her first child!

    Celeste starts off the episode by asking Shayla about her pre-stage ritual and before diving into the topic of pregnancy, Celeste asks Shayla about her experience with thyroid cancer. Shayla shares what led her to find out she even had cancer to begin with and how that inspired her to decide to pursue competing and the effect that her cancer recovery had on her competing career over time.

    Next, Celeste asks Shayla about her strategies and tips for eating out while staying on track with her health and fitness goals. Shayla goes into how the “If It Fits Your Macros” approach has helped her and how to go about incorporating that into your lifestyle even during a diet period.

    Shayla talks about the importance goal setting has in her day to day and how she uses those goal setting practices to help her succeed and not feel overwhelmed or compare herself to others.

    Celeste then asks Shayla about how her priorities and expectations of her circumstances have changed since becoming pregnant. Shayla shares what drove her decision to start family planning and becoming pregnant shortly after earning her pro card and the journey and experiences she and her husband went through with infertility, discussing the mental and emotional tolls it took on the both of them.

    Shayla opens the conversation to the topic of her menstrual cycle and how her experiences with losing it because of competing could have affected her ability to get pregnant. From there, Celeste and Shayla dive into a vulnerable dialogue of each individual’s experiences with the loss of a period or continuous bleeds and the steps they took to get it back, the emotions involved and the mental work they had to do to stay positive and assure themselves they were making the best decisions for their health.

    Shayla discusses how she uses the strategy of goal setting and affirmations to help keep her calm and focused on what she can control to have the best possible outcome during uncertain situations.

    Celeste then asks Shayla about her feelings of being pregnant while dealing with the coronavirus situation. Shayla concludes the episode by sharing with listeners her best advice for newbie competitors and girls on their road to pro.
    CONNECT WITH SHAYLA: https://www.instagram.com/shayhubfit/
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    Episode Time Stamps:
    [1:30] Shayla shares with us her pre-stage ritual.

    [2:30] Celeste asks Shayla to share how her experience with thyroid cancer inspired her to pursue competing.

    [8:10] Celeste asks Shayla about how her practices and habits since cancer recovery affected her bodybuilding career over time.

    [11:40] Shayla gives her insight as to the importance of a proper reverse diet and off season.

    [13:30] Celeste has Shayla dive into the topic of IIFYM and eating out while adhering to your fitness & nutrition goals.

    [15:25] Shayla dives into goal setting and shares her best tips and strategies she uses.

    [19:00] Celeste reiterates important points Shayla mentions about goal setting as well as shares important insights on habits and the affect they have on our lives.

    [23:00] Shayla talks about how she’s adjusted her expectations based on her circumstances during her pregnancy.

    [24:30] Celeste asks how Shayla’s training and nutrition has changed or been impacted because of her pregnancy.

    [28:00] Shayla talks about what made her decide to start family planning instead of continuing competing shortly after becoming a pro.

    [34:10] Shayla shares her experiences dealing with infertility and the steps her & her husband took to get pregnant.

    [38:20] Celeste asks about the emotional and mental toll of both Shayla and her husband while dealing with the infertility.

    [44:00] Shayla talks about how her fitness and competing goals have shifted or changed since becoming pregnant.

    [48:00] Shayla opens the conversation about her menstrual cycle and competing, the possible effects it could have had on her getting pregnant.

    [51:00] Celeste and Shayla dive into a deep and vulnerable conversation about hormonal changes, the loss & regain of a period, emotions attached to their experiences with that and competing in terms of how it could affect their future fertility.

    [55:00] Shayla asks Celeste to share her experiences with the loss of her period and the steps she took to get it back.

    [59:06] Shayla shares her plans of how she will approach body love and steer away from feelings of self loathing.

    [65:15] Celeste asks if Shayla has any practices she is currently using to stay calm and mentally prepare herself for the future.

    [72:20] Celeste and Shayla talk about Shayla’s experiences being pregnant during this time with the Coronavirus.

    [76:24] Shayla gives her best advice for new competitors and for girls on their road to pro.

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    Sat, 09 May 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    LEXUS REDMOND

    In this episode host Celeste Rains-Turk sits down with IFBB Pro Lexus Redmond. This Las Vegas native is a posing coach, a trainer, holds a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience.

    Lexus talks about her personal struggle with depression and how after watching her aunt compete in 2009 she decided that it was something she wanted too. Her aunts glowing confidence and happiness was what drove her towards the gym. Lexus talks about being diagnosed with depression in her childhood and by working out with her aunt she found happiness in a way she did not expect. Lexus made the decision to forego her anti-depressants in favor of movement to help her depression and she found it worked better than any medication she had been prescribed.

    After taking third place at her pro debut and collecting Olympia points, Lexus and her coach had devised a plan to get her to the Olympia stage but it was quickly disrupted with the COVID-19 cancellations. Lexus talks about the new plan she and her coach have devised for her to step on that stage and how the lack of the gym has affected her depression.

    In an incredibly unsettling story, Lexus shares how the coach she worked with for four years, and had known on an intimate level, completely disappeared from her life, almost overnight, while they were making decisions about pursuing her pro card at North Americans. Lexus demonstrated her tenacity as she pushed forward, however. Although she missed the cut off for North Americans, Lexus talks about how she decided to take on the Amateur Olympia without a coach. She did so with flying colors and ended up taking home her pro card and a huge sense of pride in herself.

    Like most competitors, Lexus has faced backlash from her family regarding the pictures she chooses to post on social media showcasing all the hard work she put into her physique. Lexus talks about how she internally combats the disapproval, particularly from her grandmother, and how she copes with family members who don’t understand the bodybuilding lifestyle. “I’m not going to let someone who doesn’t like me or what I’m posting get to me,” Lexus says as she acknowledges the level of pride she experiences from seeing her hard work displayed.

    As the episode concludes, Lexus shares her best pieces of advice for competitors in all different stages in the body building journey, from stepping on stage to striving for a pro card. In this insightful, inspiring and meaningful episode, Lexus shares how even though your coach may leave you and things might feel bleak, the best really is coming.

    CONNECT WITH LEXUS:     https://www.instagram.com/lexus_ifbbpro/
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:     https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    EPISODE TIME STAMPS
    [1:55] Pre-stage Ritual
    [2:52] Bodybuilding as an Antidepressant
    [5:25] Recreating movement as an antidepressant without the gym
    [6:59] Thoughts on the next Olympia
    [8:22] A new show strategy after all the COVID-19 Cancellations
    [10:14] A coach of 4 years and family friend disappears without an explanation
    [16:50] The MIA coach tried to take responsibility for her success
    [19:56] Prepping herself to her pro card
    [22:22] Coaching yourself on a show day
    [27:30] Maintaining her cycle at her lowest weight
    [29:30] Differences between regional, national and international shows
    [34:32] Achieving 3rd place at her pro debut
    [37:49] Favorite Exercises for Hamstrings, Glutes and Shoulders
    [40:29] Handling Shame from Loved ones
    [43:34] Monethos’ pro management team
    [44:49] Overcoming Negativity and Facing Eternal Battles
    [45:59] How a degree in Neuroscience has helped Lexus in her career as a pro athlete
    [48:04] Promoting the Power of Energy and Creating the Life you Want
    [49:34] Best advice to both new competitors and those on the road to their pro card

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/lexus-redmond
    Fri, 24 Apr 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    ELODIE PURAYE

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with an IFBB Pro, personal trainer, and Belgium bombshell Elodie Puraye. Often known for her motivating personality in the industry, Elodie is the embodiment of finding a balanced and peaceful competing mindset. From starting her morning with 15-minute stretches, journaling, self-care, and accepting imperfections, Elodie hopes to inspire other competitors to find sustainability in the bodybuilding industry.

    Elodie begins by discussing the importance of mental conditioning with meditation and relaxing prior to hitting the stage. Elodie shares her dreams of being an Olympia champion and how she is using her off-season to listen to judge’s feedback to bring her best package yet! Celeste and Elodie discuss how having a coach who prioritizes the competitor’s health can help competitors execute goals and provide reassurance.

    Elodie provides details of her history with anorexia and bulimia and how she has found food freedom in her life. She believes finding faith in herself, leaving a toxic relationship, and weight lifting saved her from a destructive pattern of disordered eating. Celeste and Elodie agree how loving the off-season body creates an even sweeter result. Elodie tells viewers to “take the jump without a safety net” in their career and relationship if something does not feel aligned with a goal.

    Elodie explains how she is more focused on sustainability in the sport and praises her health on holistically based coaching. She emphasizes on finding grace on being imperfect, being flexible, and avoiding cookie-cutter meal plans for an overall healthy well-being. Elodie believes that finding foods to enjoy in the off-season and on prep can be game changing to overall wellness.

    Celeste and Elodie discuss the psychology of being conscious in the moment. Elodie tells Celeste how she takes at least 40 minutes in the morning to tune into her own thoughts by showering, journaling, and turning off social media. Celeste explains how this can help set the day up for success instead of being reactive to negative emotions.

    Finally, Elodie gives her advice to women who wish to unlock their own personal potential. She emphasizes that “leaner is not always the answer” and taking time off is the shortcut to success.

    Tune in to be inspired by Elodie’s journey of self-empowerment!

    Connect with Elodie Here:
    https://www.instagram.com/elodie_puraye_ifbbpro/
    https://www.elodiepurayefitness.com/

    Connect with Celeste Here:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    http://www.celestial.fit/


    Time Stamps:
    [1:35] Elodie’s stage ritual
    [ 2:41] Elodie’s Olympia dreams/importance of taking an off-season
    [4:55] Having a coach versus self-prepping
    [6:41] Elodies previous food struggles/disordered eating
    [9:43] Relationship with food in the off-season
    [12:04] Being happy with weight gain/loving the off-season body
    [13:40] Holistic coaching approach
    [17:04] Differences of coaching with bikini prep versus lifestyle
    [19:26] Tips on strengthening your mind/body mindset
    [22:31] Elodie’s daily body affirmations
    [24:26] Women empowerment/Breaking up a bad relationship
    [33:28] Elodie’s journey to the sport of bodybuilding/Olympia dream
    [35:38] How to open up your intrinsic potential
    [36:38] Elodie’s off-season timeline/when will she step on stage again?
    [38:27] Favorite shoulder/glute/hamstring exercises
    [40:12 ] Best advice to new competitors & amateurs on the road to pro

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/elodie-puraye
    Fri, 17 Apr 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    Coping Through Covid-19; Group Discussion
    In this special episode, Celeste has the pleasure of talking to FIVE bikini pros that have been on the show before to discuss all things Coronavirus and lockdown related. Ashley Kaltwasser, Anya Nicholson, Phoebe Hagan, Carla Garthwaite and Jennifer Dorie come together and discuss how they’ve been affected by the lockdown and quarantine procedures, their mindset and mentality moving forward in terms of competing and their day to day life, the adjustments they’ve made with training and diet strategies in the home workout platform, their thoughts on the future of the 2020 competition season and more.

    Celeste kicks off the episode telling listeners how the idea for a group episode came about when Anya brought up the idea in conversation once all the shutdowns and quarantine procedures started taking effect nation and worldwide. Anya thought that it would be a good idea for competitors to come together and discuss their experiences and the transitions they’ve had to make despite the uncertainty of the competition season.

    Celeste first opens the floor to all the girls to discuss the topic of their mindset and mentality; have they had to readjust to the 100% all or nothing mindset they maintain during a “normal prep” or have they been able to keep pushing forward despite the circumstances? From there, Celeste asks the girls whether or not they still plan on competing towards the end of 2020 or if they will be transitioning into a reverse diet and improvement season instead.     The competitors talk about how they have had to adjust their training and diet regimens to an at home setting, each competitor sharing their own unique adjustments and strategies they have taken on since making the transition. Celeste asks Phoebe of her competition plans in hopes of still being able to earn her spot to qualify for the 2020 Olympia.

    From there the conversation transitions to how the girls have been affected in other aspects of life, in terms of their events & appearances, businesses, and even family life. Celeste opens up the conversation and the girls talk about their opinions on the changes that will be made to the qualifications for not only the Olympia, but for national level shows for amateur competitors, what they predict in terms of the turnout for the shows that do open up, and how they feel about going into those shows.

    The girls collectively discuss how they’ve been dealing with their mentality and their anxieties not just in terms of competing and show cancellations and postponements, but in their daily lifestyle as well. Celeste and Ashley talk about how she’s been giving back to her community and the medical professionals the best way she can even with limited resources and being at home. Celeste then wraps up the episode with final thoughts from the girls and any other advice they have to give during this time.

    For each athlete's individual episode
    Anya Nicholson
    Ashley Kaltwasser
    Carla Garthwaite
    Jennifer Dorie
    Phoebe Hagan     Connect with everyone on Instagram:
    Celeste Rains-Turk: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    Anya Nicholson: https://www.instagram.com/thebarbellbombshell/
    Ashley Kaltwasser: https://www.instagram.com/ashleykfit/
    Carla Garthwaite: https://www.instagram.com/garthwaitefit/
    Jennifer Dorie: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdorie_ifbbpro/
    Phoebe Hagan: https://www.instagram.com/phoebehagan_/ Episode Timestamps
    [1:40] Celeste reveals the IFBB bikini pros she will be speaking with about the COVID19 lockdown.

    [2:20] Anya kicks off the podcast by telling us about how she came up with the idea to bring a group of pros together on the podcast to talk about the current coronavirus situation.

    [3:48] Ashley talks about how she’s dealt with the changes post eye surgery & now with the COVID19 lockdown.

    [5:00] Celeste opens the floor & asks the competitors about mindset: how they’ve adjusted, maintained, or had to get back to the 100% mindset or mentality they usually have under “normal” circumstances.

    [7:03] Carla & Phoebe share how they’ve adjusted mentally since lockdown has started for them & their families.

    [13:00] Celeste asks Jennifer how she’s had make mental adjustments & what her and her coaches decided for her plan given she was already prepping when quarantine started.

    [17:10] Anya shares how she’s adjusted to the stay at home orders being a homebody, yet also where she finds herself struggling mentally with things such as diet.

    [19:00] Celeste asks the competitors: are any of the “scratching” the season completely and switching to a reverse, or are they set on competing?

    [19:15] Phoebe takes the floor & expands on the topic of her plans for the competition season.

    [21:03] Celeste asks Ashley what she’s doing with her routine & to stay on top of her diet while being stuck inside all day.

    [22:23] The competitors talk about grocery shopping and if they’ve had to change any foods on their plan because of the empty shelves.

    [24:07] Jen leads the group discussion of how workouts have been affected & modified to the at home setting with limited equipment.

    [29:50] Celeste brings up the topic of qualifying for the Olympia & Phoebe starts off the conversation with her strategy moving forward.

    [34:15] Celeste asks Ashley how her scheduled events & appearances, sponsorships, etc. have been affected by the situation.

    [35:20] Phoebe & Anya discuss how their posing businesses have been affected by gym closures & lockdown protocols.

    [40:45] Jen discusses how she’s adapted her approach & strategies with her coaching clients since shows have been pushed back & canceled.

    [45:00] Carla discusses how her & her family’s life has been affected economically by the quarantine & lockdown protocols.

    [51:17] Celeste discusses the topic “restriction breeds fixation” and how food needs to be looked at beyond just physique goals.

    [52:30] Celeste opens the floor for the girls to discuss their thoughts on the qualification changes for the Olympia and national level shows at the amateur level.

    [57:30] Anya talks about how she’s changed her prep strategy as she had originally planned on doing her first show in April.

    [59:00] The competitors share their opinions on their predicted turnouts for the pro shows in terms of number of competitors once shows open up again.

    [66:45] Celeste asks the competitors about how they’ve approached overcoming anxieties during this time from a lifestyle aspect.

    [75:21] Ashley talks about the ways she’s been giving back to her community & the medical professionals. Enroll in the 7 Day Post-Show Coaching Series (FREE) Learn More & Apply for Celeste's
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    Sat, 11 Apr 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    MAIA GORDON

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with Maia Gordon, an IFBB Bikini Pro who qualified for the Olympia at her pro debut at the first ever Ben Weider Natural Show and had originally gotten into the sport of bodybuilding as a way to challenge herself.

    Celeste and Maia first talk about the art and importance of posing and how Maia studied routines of the athletes she had looked up to before even stepping on stage for the first time. Maia also shares the approach she takes as a posing coach and how she sets herself apart from others.

    Celeste and Maia discuss the strategies that Maia has taken, both in prep and her improvement season, that helped her to achieve a winning physique. Maia talks about the changes she’s made to her training based off the judges feedback to bring her best physique to the Olympia stage as well as the adjustments in her methods of training as the Coronavirus outbreak temporarily forced her into at-home workouts.

    Maia shares her strategies and plans she has for competing leading up to the Olympia despite the uncertainty surrounding the postponement of shows due to the pandemic. Celeste and Maia talk about Maia’s favorite exercises for hamstrings, glutes, and shoulders, and from there dive into the topic of mindset and mental work and Celeste shares valuable insights on how this work is not only helpful for competing but in any goal one sets for themselves in life.

    Maia shares with us how she got into bodybuilding and how learning to “trust the process” was something she had to learn to understand through experience and wasn’t something she believed right off the bat.

    Celeste asks Maia about the Ben Weider Natural and Maia gives us details on how a natural show is run and how they go about drug testing the athletes. Celeste concludes the episode by asking Maia her advice for both novice competitors and girls on their journey to getting their pro card.

    Connect with Maia:
    https://www.instagram.com/maiagordon_ifbbpro/

    Connect with Celeste:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    www.celestial.fit

    TIME STAMPS
    [1:32] Celeste asks Maia about her pre-stage ritual.

    [4:30] Maia discusses her realization of the importance of posing while studying different competitors routines on stage.

    [8:46] Celeste asks Maia about the approach she takes with her clients when it comes to posing, what she prioritizes with her clients.

    [13:00] Celeste asks Maia about what things she did that she thinks helped her bring that winning physique, in off season and in prep.

    [15:41] Maia talks about her mental growth and how that has attributed to her success.

    [19:06] Maia talks about how she’s using her feedback from the judges and what she’s doing to prepare for the 2020 Olympia.

    [21:00] Celeste and Maia discuss how her prep training and strategy have changed & been affected by the Coronavirus lockdowns and gym closures.

    [22:42] Celeste asks Maia about her mindset aspect of her prep with the lockdown adjustments and uncertainty of show dates as the Olympia approaches.

    [24:40] Celeste asks Maia if her prep strategy or approach will change given the adaptations she’s made because of the lockdown.

    [25:50] Maia tells us her favorite exercise for glutes, hamstrings and shoulders.

    [28:20] Celeste asks Maia about the personal development and mindset tools she’s been focusing on to help her step into this current version of herself.

    [33:00] Celeste highlights and shares valuable insight on the importance and efficacy of the power of mindset work, how we can manifest beliefs into behaviors which will honor our goals.

    [35:41] Maia dives into what inspired her to get into bodybuilding and how her journey started.

    [40:10] While discussing her beginnings in bodybuilding, Maia explains how she came to understand the meaning behind “trusting the process.”

    [46:23] Celeste asks Maia to share details about the Ben Weider competition being that it is a natural show.

    [53:50] Celeste asks Maia for her advice for newbie competitors and girls on their road to pro

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/maia-gordon
    Fri, 10 Apr 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    NATALIE MATTHEWS

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk interviews competitive surfer turned plant-based chef, gym owner, posing coach, and IFBB Pro Natalie Matthews. Often known as her online persona FitVeganChef, Natalie has graced not only the professional bodybuilding stage but started her own YouTube channel allowing viewers to see her delicious vegan dishes. Natalie is determined to show the world the power of building muscle and staying competitive with a plant-based lifestyle.

    Celeste kicks off this week’s episode by asking Natalie listener-requested questions. Natalie begins with her journey of becoming vegan and gives insight on her favorite vegan high protein recipes. She speaks to listeners who are nervous for show day and how to overcome the struggle with lower-carb plant options.

    She also explains her health issues and how her vegan diet cured her hypoglycemia and other health ailments. Finally, Natalie gives recommendations on how to meet your micronutrient requirements and supplementing appropriately in caloric deficits.

    Natalie opens up about her shoulder injuries and how she believes being vegan has helped her recovery process. She explains how her and coach, Paul Revelia, have worked together to find a maintainable prep diet and how she continues to show physique athletes that being vegan is possible during a low-carb fat loss phase.

    Natalie talks about how finding her creative outlet in being a certified raw vegan pastry chef and becoming a top cake decorator guided her to finding recipes that were healthy and delicious.

    Celeste asks Natalie about her business endeavors with her Active Duty husband of ten years. Natalie gives credit to her husband for introducing her to a plant-based bodybuilding lifestyle. She explains about what goes into filming videos for YouTube and how establishing their gym has brought them even closer. Natalie walks us through her regular working day starting at 5am with classes at her gym, Forward Functional Fitness, to 7pm where she works with her posing clients.

    Natalie gives credit to her competitive surfing years to her success as a professional bodybuilder. She explains that having a great foundation, discipline, patience, and taking recovering seriously is how she gracefully transitioned between the sports. Natalie tells viewers to not be afraid to step off stage to build muscle, eating more, and focusing on quality training sessions in order to bring a fuller package on stage.

    Finally, Natalie and Celeste discuss sticking with goals during travel and the importance of planning, writing down your dreams, and being organized for success. She explains that her online personal, FitVeganChef, is a concoction of her proudest life accomplishments.

    Natalie’s inspiring story is proof of the American Dream coming true!

    CONNECT WITH NATALIE:
    YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDdocnbyUNzVMJ_LcNWtXZw
    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fitveganchef/
    WEBSITE: https://fitveganchef.com/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:
    WEBSITE: www.celestial.fit
    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/


    Episode Time Stamps:
    [2:12] Stage Ritual
    [3:32] Natalie’s views on creatine and supplement cycling
    [5:50] Natalie’s favorite vegan protein sources and recipes
    [11:08] Thoughts on soy products, dealing with lower macros, weighing tofu
    [16:26] Natalie’s vegan journey, transformation, and dealing with critics
    [20:31] Recommendation on meeting nutrient needs/vitamins on vegan diet
    [23:00] Natalie’s favorite shoulder, glute, and hamstring exercises
    [26:40] Benefits of being a vegan as a physique athlete
    [31:20] Finding your best tan, hair, makeup, and suit for show day
    [34:42] Working with your husband/Filming videos for YouTube, owning a gym
    [40:53] How Natalie met her husband/moving from Puerto Rico
    [42:44] Transition from competitive surfer to professional bodybuilder/taking time off stage
    [47:55] Staying on top of goals during traveling
    [50:01] Setting realistic goals
    [51:38] Natalie’s cook book/favorite recipes
    [54:04] Being a certified raw vegan pastry chef/finding creative outlets
    [58:31] Natalie’s best advice to amateur and future pro competitors

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    Fri, 03 Apr 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    JENN SCOTT

    In this episode Celeste talks with Jenn Scott, an IFBB Bikini Pro from Canada who began competing in 2017 with plans of only competing in 1 show but after not placing well or being satisfied with her final package, she was determined to compete again to prove to herself that she could do better. From there, this athlete fell in love with the sport. 8 competitions later and she earned her pro card then went on to get 3rd place at her pro debut.

    Celeste & Jenn kick off the episode discussing Jenn’s first experience in competing and how it was far from what she expected, yet ended up setting the goal to compete again as she was determined to do better and improve.

    Jenn shares some tips she uses as her show day approaches while balancing a full time job and competing. Celeste and Jenn discuss all things seasonings and salt manipulation, the strategies Jenn uses with these parts of her prep diet and Jenn discloses her “weird thing” she does during prep.

    Jenn shares what she feels is one of the most frustrating parts of the fitness industry, how social media can be deceiving, and the pros and cons it can have for competitors.

    Celeste and Jenn also talk about some warning signs or “red flag” behaviors new competitors should look out for before hiring a coach. Jenn opens up about her various experiences with the different coaches she’s had during her career as both an amateur and professional athlete and Jenn shares with us some of the negative experiences she’s had, what she’s learned, steps she took before finding her current coach.

    Jenn explains her opinions on big vs smaller teams in the sport, which she feels is better for her after dealing with a coach who had doubted her potential to achieve the pro status.

    Celeste dives into a topic with Jenn that hasn’t been discussed in detail before on the podcast: family planning. Jenn goes into detail about her current thoughts on her competition career as a pro, when she’d like to a family, doubts she has about her possibility to become pregnant, and her husbands thoughts on the subject.

    Celeste and Jenn wrap up the episode by Jenn giving her favorite exercises for key muscle groups bikini girls focus on, as well as tips for new competitors and girls going for their pro card.

    CONNECT WITH JENN:https://www.instagram.com/jennscott_ifbbpro/
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    TIME STAMPS:
    [2:10] Pre stage ritual
    [4:30] Jenn talks about her approach to life & prep as she gets closer to shows, 4-5 weeks out
    [8:20] Jenn shares a “weird thing” she does especially during prep
    [10:00] Celeste asks Jenn about salt manipulation strategies she uses as show day approaches
    [14:05] Jenn talks about how she manages her schedule while prepping & working full time
    [16:22] Jenn tells us about her most difficult prep
    [20:30] Celeste points out a “red flag” behavior that competitors should be aware of from their coach when it comes to competition diet & cardio
    [21:35] Celeste asks Jenn what she finds most frustrating about the fitness industry
    [23:40] Celeste & Jenn dive into the topic of social media & what influence or difference its had on Jenn’s career both as an amateur & professional in the sport
    [30:00] Jenn talks about her experience with a coach who doubted her ability to turn pro
    [34:21] Jenn shares what she has learned over the years working with different coaches that led her to choose the coach she is with now
    [38:00] Celeste & Jenn talk about what she has learned & what new protocols she has implemented since working with her new coach
    [41:30] Celeste asks Jenn if she has gotten into coaching after having different experiences with different coaches herself
    [46:20] Jenn discusses the topic of family planning, her thoughts on competing vs starting a family
    [50:00] Jenn opens up about birth control & competing, concerns about being able to get pregnant, should she continue competing or try to get pregnant?
    [55:20] Celeste asks Jenn if she would come back to competing after starting a family
    [63:40] Jenn reveals her top exercises for glutes, hamstrings and shoulders
    [67:45] Jenn gives her best advice to newbie competitors and girls on their road to pro
    [70:50] Jenn shares her social media platforms & where she can be contacted

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/jenn-scott
    Fri, 27 Mar 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    100 EPISODES!!!

    Thank you so much for listening to Confessions of a Bikini Pro! Today we celebrate 100 episodes with listener submitted voice mails, a heartfelt message from me, and some special discounts.

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    Fri, 20 Mar 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    SHONTE TURNER

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk has the pleasure of interviewing a figure amateur-turned-bikini pro, inventor of swapTRAP & yoTRAP, business owner of TurnFIT, and disabled Air Force veteran Shonte Turner!

    Tune in to hear Shonte’s journey of finding the stage while she was stationed overseas. Shonte explains how she was doing twice-a-day exercises and keeping a food diary before macros became popular in the fitness world. She emphasizes the importance of finding a passion in fitness and setting a routine to stay sane during and off competition prep. Furthermore, she reinforces the importance of having discipline in all aspects in life for maximum potential.

    Shonte explains why she stayed in the figure division before secretly prepping for her first bikini competition despite the recommendation of her coach. Since turning pro, Shonte values the importance of listening to your body queues and taking diet breaks when needed.

    Shonte opens up to Celeste about being an inventor and the expensive legal process involved. She explains the financial struggles of production and learning the business of sales/marketing. Shonte expresses the power of having supportive family, friends, and fellow competitors to help her business rise to what it is today.

    Shonte’s success story and her no-bull personality provide listeners an episode unlike any other!

    Connect with Shonte Here:     https://www.instagram.com/turners_turnfit_ifbbpro/
    Connect with Celeste Here: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    TIME STAMP of EPISODE
    [1:43] Stage ritual
    [2:52] Shonte’s reason to start competing
    [6:54] Evolution of training in bodybuilding
    [13:16] Balancing life outside prep
    [16:49] Switching from figure to bikini
    [23:40] Struggles of being a disabled veteran
    [25:22] Shonte’s road to pro
    [32:59] Getting over a weight plateau
    [37:46] Relationship with food/taking diet breaks
    [46:33] Shonte’s invention/owning a business
    [49:14 - 49:35] Accidental pause
    [60:08] Balancing work/family/relationships
    [63:29] How to be a marketable competitor athlete/business owner
    [71:38] Shonte’s best advice for competitors

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    Fri, 13 Mar 2020 07:00:00 +0000
    ARNOLD 2020 MASHUP

    This episode is a mashup of episodes with Alessia Facchin, Alexandria Ross, Beatriz Biscaia, Camile Periat, and Daraja Hill, hope you all enjoy!

    Tag us in your posts and wish the athletes a happy show day! :D

    The order of clips featured:

  • Alessia
  • Daraja
  • Alexandria
  • Beatriz
  • Daraja
  • Camile
  • Beatriz
  • Alessia
  • Daraja
  • Beatriz
  • Alexandria
  • Alessia
  • Alexandria
  • Camile
  • Daraja
  • Camile
  • Alexandria
  • Beatriz
  • Daraja


    • Thank you for listening, I hope you enjoy! :) Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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    Fri, 06 Mar 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    ASHLEY PARKER

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk sits down with IFFB Pro Ashley Parker, a soon-to-be 26-year-old who has been competing for two years and was the overall champion at Junior USA’s in 2019.

    Even though Ashley had never been to a show prior to competing, this Tennessee woman shares how her competitive nature drove her to take on her first prep and how that determination helped her bring home the overall the first time she had ever seen the stage.

    ​Ashley talks about how her commitment to the process helped her achieve the incredible result of not placing below second as an amateur, despite anxiety around not being ready for shows.

    Ashley shares how it felt to transition from the amateur level to the pros as she became “such a small fish in a huge pond”. After the lowest placing she had received in her competitive career, she talks about the comments she received from the judges and how she built muscle without an extended offseason to fulfill the feedback.

    As Ashley entered a recent offseason, she talks about letting go of that signature lean look and how she changes her mindset to embrace the new phase of her training. She also shares a few tricks she uses to keep herself feeling full and satisfy her sweet tooth.

    Ashley also talks about feedback she received from her coach about her hips being uneven and how prioritizing body work such as scraping, foam rolling, ice baths and more has helped her to correct the imbalance and how prioritizing sleep has improved her overall physical and mental wellbeing.

    Ashley shares how she maintains muscle mass in a conditioning phase, an awesome power stance and changes she’s experiencing in her life and circle of friends.

    You will not want to miss this!

    CONNECT WITH ASHLEY HERE:     https://www.instagram.com/ashleyrae_ifbbpro/
    CONNECT WITH CELESTE HERE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    TIME STAMPS:
    [1:38] Stage Ritual
    [2:37] Handling Anxiety and Stress Leading Into a Show and the Positive Side of Stress
    [7:24] Best Pieces of Show Day Advice
    [13:36] A Rapid Rise from Amateur to Pro
    [15:37] The Introduction into Competing
    [20:57] Stage Inspirations
    [22:49] Life Changes Since Entering the Competing World
    [25:33] Embracing Judge’s Feedback Going into Nationals
    [30:22] Body Work to Fix Muscular and Skeletal Imbalances
    [34:24] Prioritizing Sleep
    [36:16] Letting Go of Leanness and Embracing an Off Season Body
    [38:06] Controlling Cravings and Feeling Good with Food
    [43:10] The Importance of Going Pro in her First Year
    [48:48] Maintaining Muscle Mass in a Conditioning Phase
    [50:51] Accepting a Lower Placing Despite A Favorite Package

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    Fri, 28 Feb 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    RENEE HARSHEY

    In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Renee Harshey, a coach at Pro Physiques, Certified Nutrition Specialist and owner of her own meal prep service Fit Choice Foods, mother, and IFBB Pro who turned pro in Bikini at the Arnold Amateur in Colombia in 2019.

    ​Starting off the episode, Renee officially announces her decision to switch to the Wellness division after finally achieving her pro status in Bikini after 4 years and 16 shows.

    Renee discusses how persistence played a role in her success to achieving the pro status but how her journey was not easy as she never had the “typical bikini” physique. She discusses how she always had to work harder to fit the judges criteria for that division and now how Wellness has opened new doors of opportunity for her to have a successful pro career.

    Renee goes into detail about how her training and diet strategies have changed since making the switch and where she’s putting her focus moving forward. Celeste and Renee talk about the importance of reverse dieting and Renee shares how she found comfortability in being uncomfortable looking “fluffier” and eating more food to make the necessary changes to her physique as well as get her metabolism back to a happy & healthy place.

    Renee shares how her experiences with binge eating and reverse dieting as a competitor and as a coach has helped her better prepare her clients for success by implementing and following a reverse diet correctly to achieve the desired goals, whether it be for lifestyle or competition.

    They discuss how being open and transparent with your coach is vital for success and being a coach herself, she needs the right information to make the correct changes for her clients. Celeste talks with Renee about what she considers to be an unhealthy extreme and how Renee prioritizes her clients mental and physical health which she says is about always keeping it real & honest with them.

    Renee shares how her experience as a social worker has helped her become a better coach and can better empathize with her clients and help them work through their difficult times. Celeste and Renee dive into the importance of research into coaching and why interviewing coaches and asking questions is key before making a final decision.

    Renee talks about her journey to getting her pro card, how taking time off the stage and focusing on coaching & her clients actually helped better prepare her for that final push to get her pro card.

    Celeste and Renee go into how Renee decided to have her own meal prep service, how it started and what it’s like to run a business on the side as well as being a mom, coach and professional athlete.

    CONNECT WITH RENEE ON INSTAGRAM HERE: https://www.instagram.com/renee_ifbbpro/
    CHECK OUT FIT CHOICE FOODS HERE: https://www.fitchoicefoods.com/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE ON INSTAGRAM HERE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    TIME STAMP with Episode Highlights:
    [4:50] Renee officially announces her decision to switch to the Wellness division for the 2020 season

    [12:20] Celeste & Renee discuss how Renee’s training has changed to get ready for Wellness versus how she would train when going for her pro card in Bikini

    [18:00] Renee discusses how she let herself get uncomfortable to allow her metabolism to “catch up”

    [28:00] Why it’s important for coaches to have coaches & how the accountability helps her mentally with how she’s progressing.

    [31:10] Renee admits to some changes she personally made during her prep without her coach’s knowledge and how it was not always the right choice, also something she now advises against.

    [35:00] Renee explains why the coach - client communication is so important & gives an example of one of her clients.

    [41:40] Why Renee & the Pro Physique coaches implement reverse diets for all their clients post show & why it is important

    [42:30] Celeste asks Renee what she considers an unhealthy extreme

    [52:00] Celeste & Renee discuss empathy, something Renee learned from her previous job as a social worker & Celeste emphasizes the importance of empathy when working with clients

    [57:00] Celeste expands on why research on coaches is important because of how prep approaches have evolved over time.

    [66:00] Renee discusses her persistence through her journey from hitting the national stage & taking a step back to focus on coaching & what she learned from taking time away from the stage

    [76:00] Renee mentions the importance of strategy when choosing national shows

    [82:00] Celeste & Renee express how a positive mindset & having that “winners mentality” is more than a surface level practice

    [89:00] Renee shares why the details matter & competing is more than just a physique contest

    [91:25] Celeste asks Renee about her meal prep service, how she finds balance, how did it start, etc.

    [98:50] Celeste gets Renee’s advice for newbie competitors & advice for girls who are on their road to pro

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    Fri, 21 Feb 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    JESSICA LYNN

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Jessica Lynn, an Arnold Australia competitor, dancer, hairstylist and makeup artist for over 11 years. Jessica has been competing since 2013 and earned her IFBB Pro Card in 2014.

    ​In addition to competing for over seven years, Jessica is a small-town farm girl from Iowa and is married with two kitty fur-babies. While she is most often known for her notorious hair-flip on stage and bubbly personality, she is also an avid donut connoisseur, world traveler, music lover, and the only IFBB Bikini Pro living in Iowa!

    Tune in to hear about Jessica’s thoughts on the evolution of bikini competitors physique on the amateur and IFBB Stage.

    She discusses the ever-increasing competition in the pro division, the challenge of staying relevant to judges during off-season, the hunger for success, and the pressure of social media marketing.

    Often known for her changing appearance on the stage, Jessica gives her opinion on hair color, complementing suit choice, and how it affects placing.

    Jessica also opens up about her transition from crossfit strength training to lifting for aesthetic, giving credit to her 15 years of dance and competitive swimming for her stage presence and grace. She has also valued the importance of listening to your body rest to fight illness and finding the balance between rest and maintaining goals.

    Jessica gives us insight on how to balance relationships outside of bodybuilding and creating a sustainable lifestyle.

    She emphasizes the importance of mutual respect, communication, and compromise with her marriage and friends during prep. She opens up about post show rebound, temptation, willpower, and her struggles of falling off track.

    She discusses the image she maintains on social media and keeping parts of her normal life offline. Celeste and Jessica also discuss the perspective of fitness influencers and the struggles of appearing consistently motivated/appeasing the audience.

    Jessica gives Celeste and viewers her personal hair, skin, and makeup tips for show day. She discloses the most common mistakes with competitors and how hiring a professional may be necessary.

    Jessica’s contagious and genuine personality provides an episode you do not want to miss!

    CONNECT WITH JESSICA HERE:     https://www.instagram.com/missfit_jesslynn_ifbbpro/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE HERE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    TIME STAMPS:
    [01:25] Stage Ritual
    [08:12] Evolution of a Bikini Competitor/Expectations of a Pro
    [12:15] How Jessica started in the fitness industry
    [16:01] Building the physique from crossfit to bikini
    [18:33] Jessica opens up about post-show rebound
    [21:50] Building a life outside the stage
    [26:10] Jessica speaks balance in relationships
    [30:17] Willpower, saying no, and feeling guilty
    [35:35] How to maintain muscle size
    [37:02] Favorite memory as as competitor
    [42:29] Favorite exercises for glutes, shoulders, and hamstrings
    [45:34] Changing appearance to appeal for the judges
    [53:23] Hair, Skin, and Makeup tips for the show
    [56:20] Pushing through illness
    [60:04] Coach and client relationship
    [61:38] Tips for beginners/road to pro

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    Fri, 14 Feb 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    CARLA GARTHWAITE

    In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk has an intimate conversation with Carla Garthwaite, a posing and competition prep coach who has her own line of waist trainers, Cinched by Carla. She is known for repping girls with tattoos on stage and wants to be the first sleeved Olympian. This pro is married with kids and has proven time and time again that you can overcome challenges and recreate your life with consistency and the commitment to being better.

    Tune in to hear Carla open up about the impact bodybuilding and chasing wins has had on her marriage and relationship with her kids. She opens up about realizing that she had put her hubby on the backburner and explains what happened that led her to stop posting about / tagging her kids on Instagram.

    Carla also discusses the pressure she felt as an amateur compared to the pressure she feels now as a pro. She shares her experience in the pro league and tells us what prepping for nearly 5 years straight with hardly any time off has been like. She shares how much she is enjoying her time off now to focus on her family. With this, she takes us through a rough break she had and how the post show blues hit her hard sending her into a big breakthrough about future reverse diets, body dysmorphia, getting comfortable with eating more and filling out like the judges have asked her to.

    Carla talks about what a normal day looks like for her as a full time mom, competitor, and coach. She answers questions submitted by you like if she could only pick one exercise to do for the rest of her life for shoulders, glutes, and hams what they would be.

    We also discuss fit shaming and how to respond to people. Celeste explains how grief plays a role in this and Carla discusses what she does to handle it and how she has been able to move forward.

    Because Carla takes pride in who she is, she explains how she helps her posing clients embrace themselves too and how she encourages other competitors to fit the mold without changing who they are completely. On this subject, she shares why she thinks there hasn't been a sleeved Olympian yet and then gives us insight into how she polishes her look in such a way that she feels has helped her land top placings.

    While every episode is real and genuine, this one gets super raw and you won't want to miss it!

    Make sure you are subscribed on your favorite streaming platform or bookmark this page so you can always come back for more every week!

    CONNECT WITH CARLA:
    MAKEUP: https://www.instagram.com/glam_by_carla/

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    LEARN ABOUT THE POST-SHOW PROGRAM CELESTE MENTIONED HERE: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/postshowpersonaldevelopmentprograminfo

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    Fri, 07 Feb 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    MORGAN LINDSEY

    In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk talks to Morgan Lindsey, online fitness and mindset coach who works with bikini and lifestyle clients with her slogan change your mindset change your life, she is co owner of drizzle cookie co, has been competing for four years and went pro in 2017 at her second national show.

    Morgan talks about how she fell into competing, what she does every day for her mindset, and how she overcomes her Generalized Anxiety Disorder. She opens up about what it was like to be bullied in school and how her fixation on being skinny led to disordered eating behaviors and negative body image.

    Morgan also discusses how she has and continues to work through body image related issues as a competitor. She shares her passion for cookies, her love of personal development, and her belief about the power of being in the present moment.

    Morgan gives us insight into what she does to help her clients when they have moments of anxiety and her take on moving past 'slip ups'. She shares some of her thoughts on the current coaching industry and talks about what she would like to see change like macroshaming and comparison traps. Morgan discusses her approach with clients and how she has been able to help others develop lifestyles like she has. She even gives her daily habits that have and consistently help her.

    Morgan tells us about what it was like to leave a stable corporate job for her coaching business. She talks about waitressing to keep herself afloat while building her brand and expresses how much she loves what she does.

    Morgan also co-owns Drizzle Cookie Co. with her best friend Ashley Bowden. She talks about how they started, why they started, and what sets them apart from other cookie companies. She even gives us some insight into their goals and plans for the company and how they run it now.

    Morgan answers listener submitted questions about motivation, supplements, workouts, glute building, and more. This episode is full of implementable information and activities from Morgan and Celeste so make sure to listen closely so you don't miss the golden nugget that could help you change your life!

    To Connect with Morgan:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morganlindseyfit/
    Website: https://morganlindseyfit.weebly.com/

    To Connect with Celeste:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    www.celestial.fit

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    Fri, 31 Jan 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    ANYA NICHOLSON

    In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Anya Nicholson a posing coach and office assistant with Team Elite Physique who works alongside Adam Bonilla traveling to shows and helping competitors backstage. She studied Sports Management and spends most of her days at the contest prep center doing online posing with athletes all over the world, and turned pro at NPC Nationals in 2019.

    Tune in to hear about Anya's recover from bulimia and how one friend, and bodybuilding, changed her life for the better. Anya shares openly her struggle with bulimia, how it started, and what helped her. She also talks about how her relationship with food is now versus before. Celeste and Anya speak to disordered eating and food relationships to show you that there is a way out!

    Anya gives us insight into how to get over the urge to do a mini cut because of weight gain. Celeste and Anya get into positive and negative reinforcements and how powerful perspective is on everything we do. They discuss the power of food labels, getting to know your body, and how influential self-love is on our decision making. Anya gives us a run down of exact process for self-evaluation each day along with what she has done to improve her day to day life.

    Anya talks about how she helps athletes overcome the urge to mini cut at the sight of weight gain as well as how Team Elite Physique helps their athletes to focus on the right progress when things get tough.

    Celeste asks Anya about posing and pulls out some interesting and key details from the analyzing and implementing Anya has done as a posing coach. She gives us some insight into what might look better, what routines and looks are being favored, and even tells us her posing pet peeve. She shares exactly what she saw at USA's and NPC Nationals and gets into the trends at the amateur and pro level. Anya even makes some awesome suggestions for anyone to implement to improve their posing!

    Anya also talks about how she and Adam Bonilla separate work from their relationship and some of the struggles they had in the beginning in doing this. She shares how she does check-ins with him, why they kept their relationship on the DL for so long and how they have grown together.

    Cody the labradoodle makes a big difference at the prep center so make sure to listen in for how you would be greeted if you went.

    With a degree in sports management, Anya talks about why she pursued it and if she uses it in the work she does now. She talks about her life as a competitor and what her journey to her pro card was like and if she expected to get it when she did. She shares the challenges she overcame in her prep and what she did to overcome them.

    Anya talks about the exercises she used to make the improvements the judges were looking for, how she communicates with Adam so she gets the best plan for the way her body responds and muscles activates, and Celeste and she both share their go to glute exercises and something they both do with the lying hamstring curl machine that has made a big difference.
    ​
    This episode is packed with relatable, interesting, and fun conversation that you will surely LOVE!

    To Connect with Anya:
    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thebarbellbombshell/
    LINKS AND DISCOUNTS: https://instabio.cc/thebarbellbombshell

    To Connect with Celeste:
    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    LINKS: www.celestial.fit/links​​

    TO LEARN MORE AND SEE ALL SHOW NOTES: WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT/PODCAST

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    Fri, 24 Jan 2020 08:00:00 +0000
    DR. HARRIET DAVIS

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk has an extensive conversation with Dr. Harriet Davis, a board-certified family medicine physician with fellowship training in sports medicine with a passion for motivating and inspiring others. She is also a wife and a mother who has been consuming a 100% plant-based diet for 14 years.

    Tune in to hear all about being a vegan athlete, if veganism is right for everyone, how to approach improving your health, menstrual health for competitors, physician viewpoint on various topics, protein and seasoning ideas, how Harriet got into competing, what inspired her to become a doctor and so much more.

    Harriet opens up about how losing her father at a young age inspired her to pursue a career as a doctor and how she approaches her practice and her own needs every day to create a positive environment and experience for everyone.

    Dr. Davis shares what she thinks about veganism, explains who it may not be for, goes into detail on her approach as a physician using food as medicine, and what her approach is when she has competitors walk into her office.

    Harriet talks about what she does to maintain a positive attitude and thankful mindset. She and Celeste get passionate about increasing conscious behaviors when eating and what you can do to improve your relationship with food and your body.

    Dr. Davis talks about her competition career and how not being able to do push-ups one day inspired her to go head first into strength training. She shares what she has learned from various coaches to make her vegan approach easier, enjoyable, and more sustainable.

    With so much knowledge packed into this episode, you won't want to miss it!

    Connect with Harriet:
    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/divafitdoc/
    VARIOUS LINKS: https://linktr.ee/diva1098
    FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/veganbikinidoc/

    Connect with Celeste:
    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/celestialfit/
    VARIOUS LINKS: www.celestial.fit/links

    PURCHASE YOUR TICKET FOR THE NEXT LIVE EVENT: www.celestial.fit/liveevents

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    Fri, 17 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000
    LAUREN ADAMS

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Lauren Adams, who won first place and turned pro at NPC USA’s in 2019 after 5 years of competing and doing 6 national shows! She has competed 13 times, is a posing coach for bikini and wellness division and does bikini competition prep online coaching and lifestyle training.

    Tune in to hear Lauren and Celeste get into all sorts of 'swept under the rug' topics that even writing about them here would be questionable. Lauren shares how she got into competing, what horrible experience she had with a coach that made her sickly and emaciated, how she gave up weighing her food and it hasn't made her any less intense or competitive, and what she did to overcome lingering health issues including getting off thyroid meds.

    Lauren gets real about her perspective on bodybuilding and the awareness required coming into the sport of the potential risks and mental shifts that will be demanded. She also talks about how she learned from her mistakes and now is able to listen to her body's cues much more, communicate her needs and expectations with her coaches now, and what she does to determine if she is really giving her all.

    Celeste shares some of the tools she gives her clients for decision making and body image. Lauren reflects on how she has been able to gain more acceptance with her body and the desire to build more muscle meaning putting on some fat tissue too. Lauren even shares how she has never been able to fully stick to a reverse diet but that she has her own ways that work for her to achieve her goals.

    Lauren answers listener questions like her most memorable stage experience and if she is ever going to switch divisions. She also talks about what it feels like to be so close you can taste it and taking in the now without becoming hyper-focused on the end goals.

    With her experience in posing and coaching Lauren's presence at NPC and IFBB meetings has allowed her to gain an understanding of the wellness division and talks about what girls need to consider before thinking abut switching divisions.

    This episode covered SOOO much and both Lauren and Celeste went into great depth together in a conversation you won't want to miss.

    To see the post Lauren references in regard to her poor coaching experience and falling to emaciation can be found here:     https://www.instagram.com/p/BlbGyPzhTmS/?igshid=1g3tozvx0dr3s

    To connect with Lauren on Instagram, find her sponsor codes, and inquire to work with her: https://www.instagram.com/lauren_elizabeth_fit/

    Posing Services- bikini and wellness (FaceTime or in person) DM or email me laureneadams11@gmail.com Single sessions or 3 packs available....Coaching services - lifestyle or bikini competition prep, DM or email

    To Connect with Celeste on Instagram visit: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    To learn more about and register for the next Build More than Just a Body Live Event visit: http://www.celestial.fit/liveevents.html

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    Fri, 10 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000
    SHELBY PIERCE

    Kicking off 2020, host Celeste Rains-Turk talks with Shelby Pierce, a Fit Body Fusion coach who we just heard about in the last episode with Maya Astabie, she is from Sacramento, California and started competing in 2016 then earned her pro card in 2017 at North Americans.

    Tune in to hear Shelby discuss what it is like to be a coach answering some of your questions like her approach in prep v off season, what she wishes clients would do / knew, and what she loves about it.

    She also talks about what you should understand before competing or continuing to compete, how she gave up the gym she opened at 20 years old to find something more fulfilling, and why she values staying present in the moment.

    Shelby also talks about the best approach post-show when it comes to eating, hunger cues, body image, and more expressing how a positive mindset could change your experiences.

    Celeste and Shelby discuss mental strength, overcoming challenges, and reducing our own created stress. Shelby talks about her own experiences with ignoring her body and continuing to allow stress mount up to the point where she discovered she had Crohn's Disease.

    She gets into what having Crohn's Disease was like from being bed ridden to taking time off the stage and constant pain. Shelby also discusses how she learned to tune into her body more and develop more relentlessness.

    With so many topics covered in this episode, you won't want to miss it.

    You can connect with Shelby on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/shelbypiercefit/
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    You can connect with Celeste on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    To learn more about and register for the LIVE Build More than Just a Body Event Happening on January 26th, 2020 you can visit: celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/live-event-registration-page

    Of course, if you are seeing this after the event, you can get updates through Celeste or by visiting: Live Events

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    Fri, 03 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000
    Happy New Year! 2019 in Review and Celebrating YOU! Thank YOU!

    In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk wraps up 2019 answering your questions, sharing big takeaways submitted by listeners, reading funny stories from competitors, & giving you 3 big questions to ask yourself to make the most of a new year! She says a huge THANK YOU to all and even gives you a chance to win something! Don't Miss It!

    Connect with Celeste on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    www.celestial.fit/podcast
    On-Demand Coaching: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/on-demand-mindset-coaching-for-competitors

    Other ways to work with Celeste: http://www.celestial.fit/work-with-me.html

    Next Live Event: http://www.celestial.fit/liveevents.html

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    Mon, 30 Dec 2019 05:32:08 +0000
    MAYA ASTABIE

    Maya Astabie is a San Francisco native and honorary New Yorker, the athlete we are speaking with today is a Filipino-French 25-year old IFBB Bikini Pro. She is a proud FitBody Fusion Athlete and Ambassador happily rising and grinding every day to become the best version of herself! She believes that when we let our own UNIQUE light shine, we encourage others to do the same. When she’s not putting in work at the gym or cooking in the kitchen, you can find her hustling as a healthcare Advertising Account Executive. She feels most alive strutting on stage, in the zone at the gym or dancing at music festivals. She’s passionate about spreading positivity, training and traveling, the power of community and freshly baked chocolate chip cookies.

    Tune in to hear Maya's journey to earning her pro card, the intense dedication to her coach and plan that would surprise most bodybuilders, what she loves about the grind, and how self-advocacy helped her find the perfect fit for a coach. She even answers questions from the audience!

    She also discusses how she stays positive, what she does to work on her mental game (including being a member of the On-Demand Mindset Coaching Platform for Competitors), and shares some of her favorite quotes with us throughout the conversation.

    Maya talks about what it was like to go pro within a year, how she feels about friends and the comradery in the sport as well as what her lifestyle was like before she found fitness including online shopping and drinking.

    We also get into how early morning training has been a game changer for Maya and how she was able to adjust to early mornings using her alarm clocks as motivation. She shares her day to day life balancing work, life, and competing.

    Maya reflects on things like what it was like to earn her pro card, adjusting to bodybuilding life, going to USAs, and her favorite cookie companies. She also shares how she maintains adherence to her plan and what helps her to do so even at music festivals.

    JOIN MAYA IN THE ON-DEMAND MINDSET COACHING PLATFORM FOR COMPETITORS HERE: celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/on-demand-mindset-coaching-for-competitors

    CONNECT WITH MAYA ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/maya_ifbbpro/

    Maya's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpsNMY-FRqDyzwOoKMwNS3g

    Maya's Show Day Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFjX_nK49sc



    CONNECT WITH CELESTE ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

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    Fri, 27 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    NOORA MAHONEN

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk chats with Noora Mahonen, 22 year old Olympia qualified competitor who earned her pro card in July of 2018 and went on to place 2nd at her pro debut and has since won two pro shows.

    Noora talks about what got her into competing and how she stepped on stage for the first time at 17 years old. She shares what she has had to focus on given her body type and what she has done to level up since turning pro.

    Noora gives us some insight into what she learned from gaining 20 kilos in 2 weeks after one of her shows and how it impacted her preps. Celeste and she get into the impact of mindset work in physique sport longevity. They even discuss why finding a plan that you love is important and how to change your mindset to overcome pressure.

    Celeste asks Noora what it was like to go from getting second callouts one month to being Olympia qualified the next and how her perspective in the gym and with food has changed since knowing she would be on one of the most prestigious stages in bodybuilding.

    Noora mentions how working with Breena Martinez was a game changer for transforming her posing and presentation and how often she practiced her posing to nail it. She also discusses what she does to maintain a full look when her body wants to get lean and flat so quickly.

    The two get into Noora's usual day to day life, her love of travel, what she does when training 2x a day and how her shoot with JM Manion for the Miami Beach shoot was.

    Noora shares great advice and experience throughout the episode that you won't want to miss.

    Connect with Noora on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nnooraemiliam/

    Connect with Celeste on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    Join the On-Demand Mindset Coaching Platform for Competitors HERE

    Sign up for the LIVE Build More than Just a Body Event Now by clicking HERE

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    Fri, 20 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    CASEY TORRES (SAMSEL)

    Self-coached from Day 1, 2013 to her IFBB Pro Status in 2015 and all Reverse and Improvement 'seasons' from 2013 to current… Host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Casey Samel who qualified for 3 Bikini Olympia’s ('16, '19, '20) with self-coaching, while leading her competition and lifestyle clients to success on and off the stage as the owner and founder of Team Casey.

    Tune in to hear about how Casey views placing after her experience in 36 shows, why she has only asked for judges feedback 3-4 times, a comment from Steve Weinberger she won't forget, and how it felt to be so close to the Ms Bikini Olympia title in 2017.

    Casey shares a behind the scenes look at what really happens and goes through athletes heads at the Olympia and the Arnold and what it is like to compete there. She talks about what happens when the curtains close, what it's like being on the go for so many of the weekend events, and what the girls do to celebrate each other and the hard work they have all dedicated to be there.

    Casey gets into why she prefers IIFYM and how she implements it in her day to day life even with consideration for her love of donuts. This opens up a conversation where Celeste and Casey shine light on what it means to enjoy food and how important making those mindful decisions are when it comes to food.

    Casey also shares how she has been able to self-coach herself and some of the challenges she has had to learn to overcome in the process of evolving as a self-coached, natural, IFBB pro. She relays her aspirations and reasoning behind earning a coveted title at the Arnold or the Olympia and discusses how her experience at the Ben Weider naturals differed from other pro shows she has competed in and why she stepped on that stage in the first place.

    During this episode we get into the values Casey holds for her business and clients and how she has upheld and created comradery among her athletes as well as individual success with close personal attention to every competitor and client.

    She also imparts powerful insights into establishing longevity in this sport which closely align with Celeste's view of mindset being the catalyst for champions.

    You don't want to miss this episode with one of the most elite bikini competitors in the game for the last 6 years.

    To connect with Casey visit:
    Instagrams:
    https://www.instagram.com/caseysamsel_bikini/
    https://www.instagram.com/team_casey/

    Website: https://officialteamcasey.com/


    To connect with Celeste visit:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    To learn more about and join the On-Demand Mindset Coaching Platform for Competitors visit: celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/on-demand-mindset-coaching-for-competitors

    To find other ways to work with Celeste and develop a healthier relationship with food, your body, or your goals through her PTG process which utilizes personal development tools, mindset work, and psychology to help you Build More than Just a Body visit: http://www.celestial.fit/work-with-me.html

    Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite streaming platform so you never miss an episode!

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    Fri, 13 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    GINA SCAFOGLIO

    Celeste Rains-Turk interviews Gina Scafoglio, a lifestyle and prep coach who has done 5 shows and self coached herself up until last year, we dive into lots of interesting, different, and perspective shifting topics like rave culture, reverse dieting, giving up control and trusting your coach, along with getting a spark back out of life.

    We even dive into how Gina dealt with a debilitating injury leading up to USAs where she placed 1st and won her pro card then went on to place 4th at the prestigious Tampa Pro show.

    Gina openly shares how she sets standards for herself in the improvement season despite having a very regimented/extreme plan, what she has done differently over the years to improve, and how she is sacrificing her love of competing short term to achieve her ultimate goal in the sport for long-term pleasure.

    Gina talks about how important it is to her to enjoy life and how this impacts her when she gets back to work.

    She talks about how she deals with every prep to bring her best before she even needs to be ready.

    We get into why she decided to hire a coach after being self-coached, how her experience in the IFBB is different from the NPC, why she competes at all, and how she uses comparison to her advantage.

    Please make sure to rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite platform so you NEVER miss an episode!

    Connect with Gina here:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginamarie.ifbbpro/
    linktr.ee/Ginamarie

    Connect with Celeste here:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    www.celestial.fit

    Join the On-Demand Mindset Coaching Platform for Competitors to become the Elite Athlete you are Meant to be. Whether that's placing top 5, getting Qualified for Nationals, or Going Pro, you have to go one step above the rest and work on your mindset...that's what sets apart those who grow and those who waiver.
    CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

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    Fri, 06 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    DARAJA HILL

    Host Celeste Rains-Turk has an in depth conversation with Daraja Hill, someone people are calling a prodigy in the sport since starting in June 2018 to being Olympia qualified 15 months later this athlete has a Bachelors degree in athletic training and a goal of earning her doctorate in physical therapy, she is showing everyone that you can balance your life while being successful as a competitor.

    Tune in to hear not just the training and nutrition protocol she follows but more so the mindset she has cultivated to attract and accept the success she has been having. We get into how she grew her glutes while bringing her legs down, how being close to her coach Paul Revlia has made a difference in her life, and how she was able to center herself in the experience more than the result.

    Daraja opens up about how she has been able to create sponsorship opportunities through ambassadorships and what her 'just say yes' mentality has done for her. She talks about her beliefs that keep her moving forward as well as how she trains in the gym. She talks about her fiances adjustment to her personal development and success too.

    Daraja and Celeste get into post-show weight gain, making peace with a new identity, and learning to focus on performance above all else. They get into the beauty of passion driven decisions, trusting your gut, and going after what you want. They also share why having goals outside of competing is so important and how it keeps you focused. Celeste and Daraja also discuss how empowering sharing love and appreciation for others is as well as how meaningful it is when people share love and appreciation to us.

    In this episode Daraja also talks about how she is focusing on bringing her best for the Olympia, whether or not she will be applying for the Arnold, and why judges feedback has been so beneficial for her over the last 15 months.

    Daraja also discusses how she manages balancing all the different areas of her life and how the structure of prep has forced her to create structure in other areas of life from school to work to relationships. And shares how she makes time for herself.

    This one is jam packed with insights on her mindset, approach to life, feelings about her success, and even covering some of the questions submitted by listeners to Celeste's Instagram Story pre-interview!

    Connect with Daraja Here: https://www.instagram.com/darajahillfit/

    Connect with Celeste Here: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

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    Fri, 29 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    JODY ANDREWS

    Host, Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Jody Andrews, 5 times Masters champion from Canada who earned her pro card at North Americans in August 2019. She was born in Alberta, raised in Ontario, and now lives in British Columbia doing treat reviews of foods that aren’t in Canada and running her real estate business connecting buyers with agents near them.

    Tune in to hear how Jody was able to improve her physique and become a professional athlete with the guidance of her Team Atlas Coaches. She shares how she improved her posing with intense focus and post-it notes. Jody opens up about what it is like to be in a relationship with someone who does not approve, appreciate, or support her passion for competing. Jody also shares how she approaches people who do not agree with her way of life.

    Jody tells us why she does treat reviews, how she has shifted away from being so food focused, and preparing for what happens post-show mentally. She shares how following her coaches guidance and staying mindful post-show has helped her in her reverse diet along with spacing out her treat consumption.

    She also shares how she has been able to put her body image into perspective post-show. Jody gives her mindset on staying humble and always being happy to be where you are.

    Connect with Jody Here:
    https://www.instagram.com/jayelle_a_ifbbpro/
    https://www.facebook.com/jodyrealestate/

    FOR ALL SHOW NOTES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND REFERENCES MADE VISIT: WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT/PODCAST

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    Fri, 22 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    ERIKA SHERWOOD

    Host, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Erika Sherwood, lifestyle and competition coach with Team Be At my Best, posing coach, and mother who struggled to get weight off after her third pregnancy and knew she needed change in her life and signed up for a bodybuilding show. She was inspired by her mother and decided nothing would stop her from transforming her body and along the way and developed a passion for empowering women to develop sustainable strategies to bring overall wellness, health, and happiness back into their lives.

    Tune in to hear how Erika has been able to prioritize her family and time with her kids along with working out and a full time job. Erika shares with us what life was like growing up with a mom who competes and how she has been inspired by the other bodybuilders in the family. Erika talks to us about how she has developed a routine with her kids to stay regimented and why having a support system is so important for success in this sport. She also shares how competing has helped her as a mom and wife.

    Erika also discusses why it is important to remember why you started and why you should put your coach through a legit hiring process. She also shares what she has done to create the muscle density she has now that many assume is just from 'cycling'. She opens up about the importance of expressing your needs to your coach too.

    Connect with Erika: https://www.instagram.com/ifbb_pro_erikasherwood/
    Connect with Celeste: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    FOR ALL SHOW NOTES AND OPPORTUNITIES/REFERENCES VISIT: WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT/PODCAST

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    Fri, 15 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    SARAH COBEAN

    Host, Celeste Rains-Turk, interviews Sarah Cobean, full time periodontal therapist for a nationally ranked cosmetic dentist who specializes in physiologic based neuromuscular dentistry. This athlete was born and raised in St. Clair Michigan and currently lives in Royal Oak Michigan. She has always been passionate about fitness and today we get to hear more of that.

    Tune in to hear about Sarah's journey to competing, how she overcomes stage fright, what she does to step into her confidence, and why she loves bodybuilding. Sarah shares how she has embraced her body in every season. She also opens up about how to cut costs competing and what she did to afford her first trainer.

    Sarah discusses what she has to do to mentally shift into the mindset of competing, following her diet 100% and bringing her conditioning in until her body told her it is time to call it quits and she didn't listen.

    She shares how letting herself take the time off allowed her to bring her best look to stage and finally earn her pro card.

    ​Connect with Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahcobean.ifbbpro/

    Connect with Celeste here: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

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    Fri, 08 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    NICOLE ENGMAN

    In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk, connects with Nicole Engman, a 35 year old administrative assistant for career and technical education for Alpine school district who is married to a professional bodybuilder, mom to two boys, and who went pro at her 19th competition.

    Tune in to hear how Nicole and her husband overcame many challenges from losing her brother to addiction to grieving other family members and pets. Nicole vulnerably shares her perspective on addiction and those who suffer.

    Nicole shares how she has been able to fall in love with bodybuilding, how she got into lifting, what she did to build so much muscle, and how she has been able to avoid burnout.

    She also talks about how she was able to begin embracing her body after having two 10lb babies that left her with stretch marks all over her body. Nicole talks about getting a tummy tuck, looking past the scars, and putting a bikini on for the first time.

    Nicole talks about what it is like to be married to a professional bodybuilder, how their kids feel about the sport, and what kind of judgement she has moved through from others by going within and looking at her own judgement.

    Connect with Nicole: https://www.instagram.com/liftinmomma/

    Connect with Celeste: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    To Listen to the other podcast Celeste mentions, 'Twenty Dollars' you can visit:     https://www.jeremycastrofoundation.org/about-1

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    Fri, 01 Nov 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    ABBY BALL

    In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk, sits down with Abby Ball, a small town girl from Illinois who now lives in Arizona as a full time personal trainer and nutrition coach who is passionate about competing and helping others achieve goals they never imagined were possible.

    Abby tells us why she loves the idea of being at the bottom of the totem poll, why she is taking a break right now, how she got into competing, what her big why is, and what she does for recovery and how it has made a difference in her competing.

    We also discuss ways to overcome bad body image days, what she recommends competitors be prepared for when it comes to prep and social anxiety, how she was able to turn her self-doubt around, and how much of a privilege competing is.

    Abby also breaks down what she does for recovery and how you can find someone who can help you or the various treatments that might be good and tips to identifying the right person for the job.

    Tune in to hear more about Abby's perspective, approach to reverse dieting, and her advice for newbies and future pros.

    For more Shows and Notes visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast



    Connect with Abby: https://www.instagram.com/ballstothewallfit/

    Connect with Celeste: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

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    Fri, 25 Oct 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    HANNAH FRITZ

    In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Hannah Fritz, a 21 year old foodie who earned her pro card at USAs this past 2019 show. She is a student at the University of Texas studying Finance and MIS. She is a posing coach in her area and online

    Tune in to hear Hannah tell us what mindset shifts helped her to make it through a rough season start to earn her pro card. Hannah shares with us what her thought process was heading into every show and why becoming a pro was so exciting for her.

    We talk about how there is no need to rush into getting your pro card, how stress can cause our bodies to freak out with food, and why it is so important to detach from the outcome and have no expectations.

    Hannah tells us what she did to bring her legs down, how her coach (and boyfriend) changed her entire diet, what she does to manage her time and what lessons she has learned from the season that led her to her pro card.

    Hannah also talks to us about making time to pose, paying attention to what your coach says, and her ultimate goals as a pro.

    For more shows and show notes visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast



    To connect with Hannah visit:
    https://www.instagram.com/hannahfritzz/

    To connect with Celeste visit:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

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    Fri, 18 Oct 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    On Demand Mindset Coaching for Competitors Now EXISTS, Event Recap, Am I Getting my Master's Degree?

    In this minisode, host Celeste Rains-Turk invites listeners into the very first (and only) On Demand Mindset Coaching for Competitors Membership Platform.

    She also dives into a recap of the first ever Build More than Just a Body LIVE Event highlighting the transformations which occurred and the amazingly generous sponsors.

    Celeste even talks about her own personal endeavor and commitment to continuing her education as she pursues her Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with goals of gaining licensure, hosting her own group therapy retreats, and maybe even having her own recovery centers for competitors or fitness enthusiasts.

    She is doing this to amplify and further the work she already does with competitors helping them make peace with food, their body, and their goals.

    To learn more about Celeste, her programs, or even get some of her freebies visit: www.celestial.fit

    LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ON DEMAND MINDSET COACHING PLATFORM FOR COMPETITORS HERE: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/on-demand-mindset-coaching-for-competitors

    WHERE DO YOU WANT THE NEXT LIVE EVENT TO BE? SUBMIT YOUR INQUIRY HERE: http://www.celestial.fit/live-events.html

    Connect with Celeste on Instagram: https://instagram.com/celestial_fit/

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    Thu, 17 Oct 2019 17:00:00 +0000
    JUDITH DICKER

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk has an in depth and inspiring conversation with Judith Dicker, a married mom of 2 who works as a fitness trainer and online competition prep coach. She has a passion for taking people from miserable metabolisms and strict diets to getting in the best shape of their lives and making sure all the aspects of competing are covered from fitness and nutrition to hair and makeup. She is also working in the financial services industry and has grown her own business doing so. After losing a lung she found her passion for fitness against the odds.

    Tune in to hear about Judith's incredible journey through life, athletics, fighting against the odds, competing, and earning pro status. Judith opens up about how she has developed a fighter's mentality, what she does every week to improve her mindset, and how she overcame losing a lung.

    Judith also discusses the importance of listening to your body, loving your body, making confidence a priority, and protecting your metabolism. She answers some questions submitted by listeners like fixing awkward hands when posing, perfecting arms during the walk, process changes as show day approaches, diet staples, nutrient timing, and much more.

    She tells us of the warning signs and common causes of metabolic damage and how she combats this.

    Judith also shares what type of training she is doing, how she views weigh ins, what she has her clients do to improve how they feel about themselves, and her approach to coaching

    She even shares her story about why she left South Africa, what life was like before her health suffered from having a lung removed and how this shifted her perspective on life.

    Judith even shares the strategy she took on to maximize on her road to pro.

    For All Show Notes and More Episodes Visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast



    To Connect with Judith:
    https://www.instagram.com/judith_ifbbpro/
    All Links: https://linktr.ee/judith_ifbbpro

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    Fri, 11 Oct 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    LAURIN CONLIN

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Laurin Conlin, athlete and coach who has a Masters Degree in Exercise Science. You will probably recognize her name and her voice as she is the Cohost of Redefine Healthy Radio, Team Locofit Roundtable, and the Unglamorous Life Podcast. She founded Team LocoFit to provide quality coaching that puts the clients long term interests first with an educated, evidence based approach to all matters.

    Tune in to hear why Laurin has taken time away from the stage and how she is making the most of her offseason. She opens up about what she is doing with her nutrition, answers some questions from the audience, and explains her reasoning behind taking time off.

    Laurin talks to us about the research she conducted while earning her Masters Degree as well as her continued research.

    We talk about the influence of genetics in physique sports, how important the time post-show is and the way your genetics can influence what happens post-show, and overall mindset with competing.

    Laurin and I even get a little heated about all the people who say bikini is very attainable and anyone can do it.

    You don't want to miss this one

    For More Episodes and All Show Notes visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast



    Connect with Laurin:
    https://www.instagram.com/laurinconlin/
    https://linktr.ee/laurinconlin

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    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

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    Fri, 04 Oct 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    SARAH LAW

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, sits down with Sarah Law who began her competing journey in August 2018 after being challenged by a friend to compete. As soon as she began she was hooked and has loved every second. Sarah spent her 20's as a pro Dancer working in musical theater and has always loved to challenge herself.

    She has been part of Team Elite Physique under the guidance of Adam Bonilla since April 2019 - after being in the overall finals 3 times this year Sarah gained her pro card in Portugal in July as a 38yr old competitor in the open bikini category because in Europe they don't offer pro cards for masters. She is so excited about the future as a pro and her purpose is to inspire others to believe anything is possible if you commit, believe and go all in with your heart.

    Tune in to hear us chat about her journey to the pro stage and how she learned her pro routine in less than 24 hours. She tells us about her vision boards, journaling, daily mindset routines, and actions she took that she believes helped her to achieve the ultimate. She literally gives away all her mindset tricks. She shares what kind of training she does and why she believes there should be no deprivation in achieving fitness goals. Sarah talks to us about her own philosophies and how to find something sustainable and enjoyable.

    Sarah opens up about her past with Orthorexia and how it impacted her life and her family. She explains how fitness and bodybuilding really saved her life and has allowed her to have a better relationship with food. And all things mindset and skincare!

    Sarah gives us an inside look at exactly what kind of products are best for our skin and scalp health. She gives us the list of ingredients to avoid, the ones to buy, and how she has been able to bring life back to her skin. Sarah tells us about the science behind these decisions as well.

    To connect with Sarah:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahlawuk/
    Links: linktr.ee/sarahlawuk

    Connect with Celeste on Instagram Here:

    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

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    Fri, 27 Sep 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    ANGELA WHITE

    In this episode Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Angela White, a mother, Coach, and the Manager of Team Fit Body Fusion who strives to inspire women to always reach their full potential and to do it without fear! Her purpose is to show women that we are stronger than we believe and anything is possible if we have the courage to go after it.

    Tune in to hear us talk about some very real subjects like depression, divorce, and motherhood. Angela talks about how her son was diagnosed with Autism during her season, what helped her overcome depression, and why she and her husband are getting a divorce.

    Angela and I talk about the new way she changed her suit based on judge feedback, the new Olympia Qualification Series, and why you don't always have to change so drastically to go from almost pro to Pro and Overall Winner.

    She tells us how she hides stretch marks, what her feedback was after her pro debut where she placed 9th, how her mindset has changed since becoming a pro, and what it is like to be manager of FBF.

    We get into mental health, making conscious choices and changes, reaching out for help, and giving yourself time.

    This episode was full of so much of our day to day realities and I am excited to hear all your feedback! Tag us on Instagram with your thoughts and please rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite streaming platform!

    Connect with Angela:
    https://www.instagram.com/xoangelafit/
    ​    https://linktr.ee/Xoangelafit

    Connect with Celeste:
    ​https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    FOR ALL SHOW NOTES AND UPDATES VISIT: http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast

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    Fri, 20 Sep 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    HANA DEVORE

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk brings on Hana Devore, who had competed years ago but stepped away from the stage to focus on other aspects of life and her health. Now she is back in the game bringing a very real perspective to her followers about the industry, she is a food and beverage marketing manager from LA who recently moved to NY and is a member of Team Fit Body Fusion.

    Tune in to hear Hana expand on why she is coming back to the sport after 3 years off as a 'Jaded' bikini girl Hana talks to us about why it is different now, what she is going to do to make sure her body stays healthy and happy, and how her mindset about prep is different now.

    She opens up about her choice to use SARMs and how she has played with certain substances that many in the bikini world are familiar with. She breaks down why she did it, when she does it, and why she stopped doing it for this prep. Hana talks to us about what the judges are really looking for with some insight straight from Sandy Williamson.

    During her time off, Hana advanced her career, focused on her health, and shares with us how she was able to create a balanced lifestyle for herself after competing. She also talks to us about what it was like to be in a long-distance relationship and what they did and do to make it work when her boyfriend is away.

    Hana shares what she does to make traveling on prep easy, the weirdest prep food she has ever eaten (it is seriously so weird lol), and how she uses THC on prep.

    Hana even shares exactly what Sandy Williamson told her and her coach when she was preparing to come back to the stage so she knew what the look was they were going to be rewarding more, she may even drop a name ;)

    To Connect with Hana visit:
    https://www.instagram.com/hana_devore/
    https://linktr.ee/hana_devore (for more links and the hormone info referenced)

    Follow Celeste on Instagram Here:
    ​https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/hana-devore
    Fri, 13 Sep 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    2019 OLYMPIANS SHARE THEIR PRE-STAGE RITUAL & BEST ADVICE FOR COMPETITORS; A COMPILATION

    Today we have a special feature episode with the 2019 qualified Olympia competitors who have been guests on the podcast. Host and Creator, Celeste Rains-Turk has compiled sound bytes from each episode highlighting their answer to the 2 questions she asks everyone;

    1. What do you do right before your heel hits the stage?

    2. What is your best advice for people thinking about getting into the sport/newbies and girls who are on their road to pro?

    Tune in to hear the answers shared from some of the most elite IFBB Bikini Pros who will be stepping on the most prestigious stage at the Olympia this weekend!

    FEATURING:

    ALEXANDRIA ROSS

    ASHLEY KALTWASSER

    BEATRIZ BISCAIA

    BREENA MARTINEZ

    CAMILE PERIAT

    JENNIFER DORIE

    JESSIE PALMER

    JOURDANNE LEE

    LAURALIE CHAPADOS

    (To find and listen to their episodes individually please see: http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast/2019-bikini-olympians-share-their-pre-stage-ritual-best-advice-for-competitors-a-compilation )

    Please tag @celestial_fit and the athletes as you tune into the episode and share on Instagram!

    Whether you are driving to Vegas or soaking up as much Olympia vibes as you can from a distance, we would love to hear your feedback and the athletes always appreciate your support!

    Celeste feels truly honored and grateful for the incredible connections she has made with these athletes and the bodybuilding community as a whole.

    She ends the episode with a message that might just hit home for you. Could you be the next pro? Could you be the next Ms Bikini Olympia?

    Please make sure to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode.

    For more shows and all notes visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/2019-olympians-share-their-pre-stage-ritual-best-advice-for-competitors-a-compilation
    Tue, 10 Sep 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    LACY GREEN

    In today’s episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk talks to Lacy Green, creator and owner of the Bikini Competitor Academy, is a certified personal trainer, fitness nutrition specialist and bodybuilding specialist who became a pro at her 2nd show ever.

    Tune in to hear about how Lacy went pro without it being announced, what she did during her improvement season to make this prep so much smoother, how she preps with kids, and what she has done to overcome her own self-doubt about her age and phase in life.

    Lacy tells us about her Bikini Competitor Academy and Network and why she created it. She goes over some of the topics she covers within it for us like finding your why, costs of competing, and even the history of the sport.

    She opens up about what she does to make meaningful connections with other women backstage to establish lifelong friendships, how she preps with kids when her husband is on leave, and what she does to prioritize time for herself.

    Connect with Lacy Here:
    https://www.instagram.com/lacy_green_ifbb_pro/
    https://www.facebook.com/HAPPYLACY
    https://www.facebook.com/bikiniacademy/
    Join the Academy Here: https://www.bikinicompetitionacademy.com/

    Connect with Celeste on Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/lacy-green
    Fri, 06 Sep 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    KATIE KOPFLE

    In this episode, Host, Celeste Rains-Turk chats with Katie Kopfle, who lives and breathes all things competing and uses this passion in her competition prep and posing coaching business.

    Tune in to hear about how competing actually saved her from 7 years of having an eating disorder. Katie shares how she was able to switch her focus to becoming strong and muscular versus skin and bones.

    She opens up about some negative coaching experiences she has had and the red flags to look out for along with her opinion on taking responsibility and trust in what your coach tells you to do.

    Katie discusses why she is prepping herself, how it has changed her life, and what she is going to do to maintain her health year round despite the point system.

    Katie talks about how she moved into coaching other competitors, how she has learned to appreciate the struggles, and why girls need to stop prepping just to stay relevant.

    To Connect with Katie visit:
    https://www.katiekopfle.com/
    Instagram: ​https://www.instagram.com/katiekopfle/

     Connect with Celeste Here:
    ​https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/katie-kopfle
    Fri, 30 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    ANNABEL DASILVA

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with an athlete born and raised in New Jersey by her Brazilian parents. She started traveling abroad as a model at 17 years old then found her passion in modeling and fitness. She has been living in India for almost 5 years now as a leader in the fitness industry.

    Tune in to hear Annabel talk about how modeling impacted her mindset, how the modeling industry treated weight and size, how moving to a culture that accepted women with more size opened her world up to bodybuilding, and how she is making an impact in the sport there now.

    Annabel tells us about her mindset, rituals, and why she practices gratitude daily. She opens up about how prep can be hard but doesn't mean we should treat others any differently. She also discusses her approach during this improvement season and what she thinks of the growth and time to build and how she is treating/speaking to herself differently.

    To connect with Annabel visit:
    https://www.instagram.com/annabel.fit/

    To connect with Celeste visit:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/
    www.celestial.fit

    For all show notes and more visit:

    www.celestial.fit/podcast

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/annabel-dasilva
    Fri, 23 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    ROXANNE HUFF

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk chats with Roxanne Huff, a trainer, online coach, and posing coach who just recently made her pro debut at the NY Pro but had prepped herself to earn her pro card before that!

    Tune in to hear how Roxanne's perspective has changed since she prepped herself and now that she is working with a coach and the differences between what she did for herself and what her coach has her do.

    Hear what Roxanne does to reset before starting another prep, how she has always gone back and forth about continuing to compete, and why she did the NY Pro for her first show. She also talks to us about what her pro debut prep looked like and how she had to eat up to 6k Calories per day.

    She shares her tips for reducing bloat, talks about why she wears a waist trainer, and fills us in on how getting physical therapy and doing corrective exercise helped her change her body's shape and bring her best.

    Roxanne talks to us about why she loves a challenge, how she likes to relax and who she thinks you should talk to before competing.

    To connect with Roxanne visit:
    ​https://www.instagram.com/roxbodyfit/

    To connect with Celeste:

    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/?hl=en

    To Reserve Your Seat at the LIVE Event in San Diego on October 12 visit: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/live-bikini-mastermind-event-interest-page

    Download the Competitor Card Deck (FREE) here: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/competitor-action-and-affirmation-free-cards

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/roxanne-huff
    Fri, 16 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    ALEXANDRIA ROSS

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with a magic loving, gas station snacking, book club member and old soul living in Arizona who manages The Pro Physiques online program with over 250 athletes. She has been competing for nearly 6 years but this is her first year as a pro, Alexandria Ross.

    Tune in to hear Alexandria answer TONS of questions submitted by her audience and some of our listeners. We also dig into how she has managed her expectations, remains positive throughout the years, and what taking time off did for herself and her body. She opens up about what a normal day looks like for her and how her environment impacts her day to day life.

    Alexandria talks to us about what it is like to compete without sponsors and how important it is to be prepared mentally and financially to compete. She shares her favorite taco bell eats, we laugh about her best jokes, and we learn about how she faces self-doubt even as a pro.

    Connect with Alexandria here:
    https://www.instagram.com/alexandriaross_/?hl=en​
    ​
    Connect with Celeste Here:
    ​https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    To Reserve Your Seat at the LIVE Event in San Diego on October 12 visit: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/live-bikini-mastermind-event-interest-page

    Download the Competitor Card Deck (FREE) here: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/competitor-action-and-affirmation-free-cards

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    Fri, 09 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    ALEXA BERG

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Alexa Berg, an athlete who earned her pro card at her second show ever then went into multiple pro shows without any recovery, she is currently finishing up her degree in sociology and communication.

    Tune in to hear Alexa's story of being diagnosed with bipolar disorder after noticing her habits changing, how she has chosen to stand up to the stigma, how the medication affected her, what she has learned from the experience, and why she took time off of social media.

    Alexa opens up about her body image, how she lost weight rapidly then gained 40lbs from medication, what she is doing to have a healthier mindset now, and how having a perfectionist mindset didn't always work in her favor.

    Alexa shares how she overcame a terrible experience with a coach and how Sandy Williamson helped her through that. She also discusses the importance of taking time to pause and slow down to do nothing at all.

    This is one you won't want to miss!

    For all show notes visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

    To connect with Alexa:
    https://www.instagram.com/alexabergfit/?hl=en

    To connect with Celeste:

    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/?hl=en

    To Reserve Your Seat at the LIVE Event in San Diego on October 12 visit: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/live-bikini-mastermind-event-interest-page

    Download the Competitor Card Deck (FREE) here: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/competitor-action-and-affirmation-free-cards

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/alexa-berg
    Fri, 02 Aug 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    BEATRIZ BISCAIA

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk talks to the youngest bikini pro ever, she is 18 years old, from Portugal, and has done over 16 shows. She is also a posing coach for girls worldwide, Beatriz Biscaia.

    Tune in to hear all about how Beatriz got into the sport at a young age, the struggles she faced to commit to competing, what she went through to earn her pro card and the losses she faces, what her lifestyle is like, and the beauty of friendships in the league.

    Beatriz also shares what it is like to be a pro now and how her responsibilities have changes, she shares the reality of turning pro and what really happens when you do, opening up that sometimes it's not all roses. Beatriz also shares what she has been doing to earn points for the Olympia, how her sponsors support her, and what she focuses on as a posing coach.

    Beatriz talks about what it feels like to have a goal and how visualization was powerful to helping her sleep well at night, the amount of time she spends posing which may surprise you, and why she believes everyone should keep fighting for their goals so long as they have a base first.

    For all show notes and to connect with Beatriz and Celeste visit:

    www.celestial.fit/podcast

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/beatriz-biscaia
    Fri, 26 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    Big Announcement!!

    I wanted to make a quick announcement to do some housekeeping since I record my episodes so far in advance I don’t always get to announce or share exactly what is going on or provide updates or sometimes things are not as up to date as I would like!

    So I did want to let you all know that there is officially a date and location for the bikini mastermind live event and I am so excited about it, I had put out interest forms about where you guys wanted it to be and if you would pay for it and just getting info and insight from you all during the planning stages.

    I did decide to make it Free for those who show up and I am going to host it in San Diego on Saturday October 12, 2019 since most people said they would go anywhere but those who didn’t say anywhere did say San Diego was their pick

    I do want to capitalize on the time I will be spending with those coming so I am limiting the number of seats to no more than 15. I am excited to meet those of you who are already registered and can’t wait to connect with those of you who are ready to go sign up now!

    The theme of this event of course is building more than just a body and we won’t just be diving into things that many competitors struggles with in the offseason or with the post show blues or your relationship with food, your body and your goals but we are also going to dive into the mindset of prepping.

    The purpose of this event is to make sure that you come out of it with a mindset that supports you where you are at in this journey of competing Whether you are new to the sport and prepping for your first show, or you are struggling with the post show blues, or you will be wrapping up or starting a new season at the time, or maybe you are in a bit of a limbo stage.

    You are going to develop the mindset required and learn the psychology and personal development tools for loving your body, having a healthy relationship with food, enjoying a fulfilling prep, and connecting deeply with your goals

    Regardless, we all know that it takes incredible effort to commit to creating our physique or committing to this lifestyle and sometimes it can be easy to go on autopilot so I want to make sure that regardless of if you do or do not have a date in mind, you have the mindset that supports you all the way through.

    We are going to be having a lot of fun talking to each other, sharing experiences, stories, and just creating real connections in person but of course I am going to be sharing with you guys some of my key principles, insights, practices, and mentorship on topics including the relationship you have with food, body image, mindset identity and personal development work, self-love, standard and expectation setting, and so much more truly we are just going to go really deep and I will be in contact with attendees leading up to it to make sure that I tailor the event even more so to you and your needs

    As a coach to many bikini competitors I am excited to show even more of you face to face in a really beautiful, warm, and open setting how I combine psychology with personal development using my signature PTG process to help competitors build more than just a body. I have been in your position and get it, as a competitor myself I am no stranger to the post show blues or the mental demand that prep has or even the toll of not knowing what is next.

    Throughout my time earning my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology I focused my studies on eating disorders, body image, self-concept, mindfulness, and personal growth. During my time in school I wrote a #1 best-selling self-help book called 'Believe your way to Badass' and became a highly sought after personal development coach worldwide. After experiencing the post-show blues myself, healing my own negative relationship with food and learning to love my body at every stage, I made it my mission to help other competitors Build More than Just a Body.

    Like I said, this is a free event for those who show up but there is a butts in seats fee to make sure I get the proper sized venue, come prepared with the right amount of extra fun stuff, and of course make sure I know that you will be there. It is an accountability thing really. So, you pay $35 to reserve your seat, then I give you that money back only when you arrive for the event.

    If you are interested in coming and would like to reserve your seat or learn more make sure to click HERE or on the podcasts main page www.celestial.fit/podcast of course you can always reach out to me on Instagram for more info and any questions you might have that’s @celestial_fit.

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/big-announcement
    Sat, 20 Jul 2019 23:38:01 +0000
    AMY LANDRY

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk dives deep with Amy Landry, 30 year old athlete who earned her procard in 2017 at Junior Nationals and works as a full-time pharmacist.

    Tune in to hear all about how Amy feels about working in a field outside of the fitness industry, how she became a pharmacist, what she does to manage her time day to day, and how she has taken on the 'whatever it takes mentality'.


    Amy opens up about many of the health challenges she has been facing including; Hypothyroidism, PCOS, Hiatial Hernia, and GERD and how those things have impacted her life on and off prep.

    Amy tells us how she is doing this prep differently, how not focusing on an end date has relieved some pressure for her, and what inspired her to keep it to herself for awhile.

    ​We also dig into how she learned that leaner isn't always better, the feedback the judges gave her and the last minute posing changes she made with Kenny Wallach that she believes helped her to win her pro card.

    For all show notes and to connect with Amy and Celeste visit:

    www.celestial.fit/podcast

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/amy-landry
    Fri, 19 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    ALESSIA FACCHIN

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with 25 year old Italian Pro, Alessia Facchin who started competing in 2015 after struggling with her relationship with food due to her job in modeling. She began to see her body change as she committed to the gym and found her first coach who encouraged her to try competing where she found her passion. Since then she became a dietologist, earned her pro card in 2018 and now pursues her dream of stepping on the Olympia stage as she works as an online trainer and posing coach.

    Tune in to hear Alessia tell us why she has always dreamt of stepping on the Olympia stage, how competing saved her life, and what she has done to continuously improve and bring her personal best.

    Alessia talks to us about how she works as a coach, what she loves about being a sponsored athlete, and how she had to change her posing around as an international athlete.

    She even shares how she has used competing as a way to learn new languages, make her own clothing, helping other competitors, and developing great friendships.

    For all show notes, links, and to connect with Alessia and Celeste visit:

    www.celestial.fit/podcast

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/alessia-facchin
    Fri, 12 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    KRISTEN MARKOWSKI

    In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk has a lively discussion with Kristen Markowski, fur and horse mom who works at a veterinary clinic, competition and lifestyle coach, helps people get chemical free products into their homes and just started her first season as a pro!

    Tune in to hear what Kristen does to maintain her discipline year round without beating herself up, how she changes her thought patterns to align with gratitude and her goals, and what she does to prioritize herself.

    Kristen talks about the differences between the pro league and NPC as well as the reason she wanted to go pro so bad. We talk about powerful ways to continue enjoying the process and seeing beyond the stage. Kristen talks about her passion for all natural products and how she brings a holistic viewpoint to healthy living.

    For all the Show Notes and To connect with Kristen visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/kristen-markowski
    Fri, 05 Jul 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    MARISA WOO

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, chats with Marisa Woo, a full time student at SDSU studying Kinesiology with an emphasis in fitness specialist! She is currently a bikini posing coach and an online coach for lifestyle clients and competitors.

    Tune in to hear about how Marisa has come out of prepping for so long to get her procard to now finding the lifestyle that works for her. She talks to us about how some of her priorities like family were neglected in prep and what she is doing now to make the most of it. She shares why she decided to wait until 2020 to compete, what she is doing to create more symmetry in her physique, and how time and consistency has helped with her mindset.

    Marisa opens up about how she has become more present in life by looking up from social media, what it was like to be isolated by people in her life when she got into bodybuilding, and how she has been able to successful find and know who she is without a show date in mind.

    We get into the wellness division and how it is a great opportunity for women who are in the inbetween shape or don't want to kill themselves over morphing their physique into something it isn't. Getting into topics like how bringing different physiques to the stage has impacted her as a competitor, hiding flaws on stage, and how comparing yourself to your old packages isn't always the best idea.

    She even talks about how staying lean for so long impacted her hormones and health and why she believes there is a lifestyle that can be sustained and loved that fits your own unique desires.

    To Connect with Marisa:
    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mwooo23/?hl=en
    ALL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/mwooo23

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    Fri, 28 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    JIMI MARLEY

    In this episode, host, Celeste Rains-Turk sits down with 22 year old business owner of Pro Body Sports Therapy in Denver who started her journey at 170 pounds and 37% body fat, decided to make some changes and did her first competition in 2017 and turned pro one year later. She is also a wife, puppy mom, online coach and fitness model, Jimi Marley.

    Tune in to hear about how Jimi went from a binge and purge lifestyle for weightloss to heavy lifting, food loving, IFBB pro. After being bullied in high school her motivation to lose weight was extrinsic but in this interview we hear what she does daily to center her mindset into more intrinsic motivations.

    Jimi opens up about how she had to pull out of a show she was committed to doing and why it was more important for her to do that than push through the physical and mental challenge that was presented.

    ​Jimi also talks about how shifting her perspective on food has helped her to overcome the binging post show. As she enters into a long off season for the first time Jimi reflects on what helped her to grow and succeed so much as an amateur all the way through to the pro stage. We even dabble with the thought of her competing in the upcoming wellness division.

    We talk about what it is like to own a business at a young age and how she got where she is now. Jimi and I discuss why taking time away from work is the best way to generate new ideas and how she has been able to find her own balance.

    Jimi tells us her story of fighting for her life at only 10 years old and what she went through being told she was going to die, having to tell her parents goodbye, and fighting more battles than she ever thought she was in for.

    She tells us the importance of self-belief, not selling ourselves short, and the importance of continuously showing up regardless of the outcomes.

    Connect with Jimi:
    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jimmar.ifbbpro/?hl=en
    ALL LINKS: ​https://linktr.ee/jimmar.ifbbpro

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/jimi-marley
    Fri, 21 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    COACH'S WEEK WITH INGRID ROMERO & JOE DISCUILLO
    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/coachs-week-with-ingrid-romero-joe-discuillo
    Sat, 15 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    COACH'S WEEK WITH RYAN HINTON

    In this exclusive feature for coach's week, host Celeste Rains-Turk has a deep discussion with Ryan Hinton, founder and head coach of Team Legacy who began coaching in 2015, and has made over 37 competitors in bikini, men's physique, figure and women’s physique IFBB Pros since then. He has a 5 year old son, was a collegiate track athlete and earned his pro card in Men’s Physique in 2014 when he won the overall at USAs and has stepped on the Olympia Stage two times.

    Tune in to hear Ryan get serious about the coaching world and the comradery with other coaches. We talk about the bash vs uplift mentality in the industry and where it comes from. Opening up the door for discussion on self-awareness, personal responsibility, and developing happiness within first.

    He shares how he has simplified his life and believes champions will do the same. He opens up about what it is like to work with athletes for an extended time period and the process he goes through before working with them to make sure everything is perfect. He even tells us the questions people ask him that reveal to him if they will be a great fit or not as a client.

    Ryan also tells us about why he chooses to give the majority of his client meal plans instead of macros, how he views this sport as not worth losing your life over, and why he takes a fresh approach to every athlete with no 'right' or 'wrong' way.

    During this episode we get into lots of personal development insights, personal respect and responsibility, business, and of course all the coach's week questions

    Connect with Ryan here:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanhinton/?hl=en
    Website: https://www.teamlegacypro.com/

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/coachs-week-with-ryan-hinton
    Fri, 14 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    COACH'S WEEK WITH PAUL REVELIA

    In this exclusive feature episode of Coach's Week, we are hearing from Paul Revelia, BA, MBA, is a lifelong competitive athlete, having played basketball, volleyball, and baseball, finishing a successful NCAA pitching career at Valdosta State University.

    ​Athletics kept him anchored in training even while his career moved into IT and software development. He eventually became inspired to push himself to achieve his best physique and ended up on a bodybuilding stage.

    ​It only took two years of competition for Paul to win an NGA pro card, and eight years later he achieved the runner-up position in men’s physique at the Yorton Cup. Revelia is the founder of Pro Physique, LLC, a leading full-service contest prep company. He spends his time developing his Pro Physique coaching staff, publishing industry-leading content, speaking at fitness and science conferences, and maintains an active coaching schedule with clients of all levels.

    Tune in to hear all about Paul's take on getting to know client's on a personal level, doing what it takes to be successful even when it meant changing his ways, and what he has done to continuously improving as a coach.

    Paul opens up about what he has had to learn over time to develop and improve his philosophy and work he does, why he sends video messages to his clients, how he personalizes each plan, and the way he sets his client's up to have goals post show.

    He goes into why he no longer implements a ton of HIIT cardio and how it has relieved many of the 'prep feels' and how Ronnie Coleman influenced this decision. Paul talks about the caloric thresholds he won't cross when it comes to grams of carbs and fats. Paul also shares his perspective on good coach v bad coach, why he can't ignore that politics do exist, and how genetics will determine the phenomenal from average.

    Paul addresses his views on approaching a client if they have rebounded and how he handles the situation along with what he does to make sure that the relationship he has with his client's is meaningful and can generate results.

    Connect with Paul here:
    TEAM IG: https://www.instagram.com/teamprophysique/?hl=en
    PERSONAL IG: https://www.instagram.com/paulrevelia/?hl=en
    WEBSITE: https://www.prophysique.com/
    YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/user/fltallpaul
    PODCAST:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/redefine-healthy-radio/id1263331875

    https://confessionsofabikinipropodcast.libsyn.com/coachs-week-with-paul-revelia
    Thu, 13 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    COACH'S WEEK WITH JAMI DEBERNARD

    For this exclusive episode of coach’s week, Celeste Rains-Turk has an extensive conversation with founder and head coach of Fit Body Fusion who turned pro at the 2011 USAs and competed at the Olympia in 2011 and 2012 at over 40 years old. She has been coaching for nearly 10 years with an MBA, as well as a Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology and a PhD in holistic nutrition, Jami Debernard.

    Tune in to hear Jami's past experience as a competitor that drove her to develop her ART of living methodology, the impact of genetics in an athlete's success, and the struggles she faced with her health that led her to pursue an education to support her clients' health.

    Jami shares why she has a team of coach's and the extensive process they are put through to be a part of the team and qualified to work with her girls. She shares how important emotional intelligence is to being a good coach, what she does to develop team spirit among all of her clients,how she uses knowledge to motivate her clients. and why having a conversation is one of the most important things girls can do before deciding to hire a coach.

    Jami also opens up about the variables she considers when deciding if fasted cardio, minor water cutting, or more time is necessary to make sure a client is ready. She also talks about how she focuses on getting her girls to a point of cruising into a show instead of taking them to extremes to meet a certain date.

    To connect with Jami visit:
    Instagram (personal): https://www.instagram.com/jamidebernard/?hl=en
    Instagram (team): https://www.instagram.com/FitBodyFusion/?hl=en
    Website: https://www.fitbodyfusion.com/
    Email: info@fitbodyfusion.com

    Connect with Celeste on Instagram, share your thoughts, takeaways, and insights:
    https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/?hl=en

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    Wed, 12 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    COACH'S WEEK WITH DYLAN BAIR

    In this episode of the exclusive coach's week, host Celeste Rains-Turk has an in depth conversation with founder of Bair Aesthetics, Registered Dietitian, a 2016 Graduate from The Ohio State University who received his Master's of Science degree in Medical Dietetics and who has had his ACSM personal trainer certification for over 8 years, Dylan Bair.

    Dylan talks about his philosophy behind 'No BS, just Science', how his background as a Registered Dietitian influences his coaching approach, the truth behind going to extremes, and why he believes in flexible dieting.

    Celeste and Dylan talk about why it is important to be prepared post-show, what happens when we eat the same things every day, and how having longer preps can prove more beneficial for overall health, shape, and aesthetics.

    Dylan also shares how he has cultivated a team spirit, what he does to maintain it, and how he addresses the various hypothetical situations presented to him. He shares his opinions on why he doesn't believe in watercutting, waist trainers, or HIIT close to a show. He even opens up about what it is like for him to coach his girlfriend.

    To connect with Dylan:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanbair_rd/?hl=en
    Email: BairAesthetics@gmail.com
    Website: BairAesthetics.com

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    Tue, 11 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    COACH'S WEEK WITH ADAM BONILLA

    In this first episode of the exclusive coach's week, host Celeste Rains-Turk has a very informative, deep, and wide range discussion PACKED with value from Adam Bonilla, the creator of Team Elite Physique who has been working in the fitness industry for 21 years and as a trainer for 19 of those years he has honed his skills to the level of Master Trainer and specializes in the area of the field in which he loves, competition prep.

    Adam opens up about his journey to his success and opening up the Contest Prep Center and the hardships many people don't see that coach's face. He talks about why he doesn't believe in fasted cardio, doing more than (or anywhere near) 45 min cardio in a day, what his philosophy is and how he wants to see the industry change, along with his feelings about insta coaches.

    Adam announces that Celeste is his 'go-to' coach when it comes to the Psychology involved in competing, especially post-show and how he uses various experts in different fields to serve his client's at the highest level and so he can focus on being the best at his job as a physique coach.

    He shares the science behind why reverse dieting is not the best way to go and breaks down his own approach with his athletes, factors that play a role in metabolism, what kind of testing he does at his Contest Prep Center to make sure all of his athletes or people who come in are functioning or have a plan to improve their function, and why he made his own waist trainers.

    Adam also discusses why he believes in HIIT cardio over SS, Clean Eating over IIFYM,
    He gets into the heart of the industry discussing the problem many bikini competitors face when it comes to being put to extremes to achieve a result and shares some key insights into what he believes sets apart a 'good athlete' from a true champion.

    He also tells us what he thinks it takes to be a good coach, why thinking politics plays a role is a bunch of disrespectful BS, and why he doesn't train every elite athlete all year round.

    And of course, Tune in to hear Adam answer all the Coach's Week Questions (Laid out in this blog post).

    Connect with Adam:
    Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/teamelitephysique/?hl=en
    Email: adam@teamelitephysique.com

    Make sure to let us know some of your main takeaways! Tag Adam and me in your posts, stories, or DM us and let us know what you thought of the first ever coach's week episode! :)

    To Inquire / Learn More About Celeste's Post-Show Coaching Programs email her at:
    celeste.rainsturk@gmail.com and let me know you listened to the podcast and would like more info. You can also check out the 7 day PTG Process Coaching Series for Making Peace with Food, Your Body, and Your Goals HERE

    Adam's Certifications and Recognition:
    Certified Fitness Nutrition Specialist
    BS Wellness and Fitness/ Sports Management
    NASM Certified Personal Trainer since 2001
    NASM Perfomance Enhnancement Speicalist
    ISSA Certified Personal Trainer since 2000
    NCSF Certified Personal Trainer since 2002
    Apex Certified Personal Trainer
    Master Trainer Qualified
    2012 NPC Natural Colorado Class Champion
    2015 Colorado State Muscle Model Overall Champion
    2015 Muscle Mania Mr. Colorado
    Trainer with most Team Championships in NPC Colorado in 2012,2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2018
    Trainer with most Team Championships in Muscle Mania Colorado in 2015
    Team Champion Trainer in 5 States

    See you on the next episode! Thank you for listening :)

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    Mon, 10 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    KERRIN PHILLIPS

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Kerrin Phillips, who earned her Pro card at USA Nationals in 2018. She started her online fitness and nutrition coaching business, and previously worked full-time as an Engineer in the corporate world. She now coaches full-time and enjoying a long off-season including traveling, running her business, and spending lots of time with her husband and fur babies.

    Kerrin opens up about how life has been since stepping away from the stage for a long off-season after non-stop prep for her pro card. She shares what it was like to place top 5 at 6 national shows before finally earning her pro card. Kerrin tells us about what it was like to be on prep and how her life is different off of prep with her schedule, traveling, food, health, and focus.

    Kerrin talks about what it was like to not see any weight changes for 12 weeks, what it was like to leave her career to pursue fitness coaching, how she has learned from having so many different coaches of her own, what she has learned from competing, and how it was to prep with her now husband and how they make the most of every show.

    Connect with Kerrin here:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerrinmichele/?hl=en
    All LINKS: https://linktr.ee/kerrinmichele

    If you haven't submitted your interest form for the bikini mastermind event please do so here:
    https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/bikini-mastermind-event-interest

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    Fri, 07 Jun 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    CALYSTA UPPERMAN

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk has a fun, deep, and really raw conversation with Calysta Upperman, a nurse, online coach, and owner of Upplift training who has been competing since 2015, and earned her pro card at NPC Universe in 2018.

    Tune into this episode to hear some of the most grueling parts of Calysta's current prep and all the times she wanted to quit. From moving house, dealing with loads of stress, and having to fight back from eating like an asshole after her last show and what failing to reverse diet taught her.

    Listen as Calysta opens up about some of the painful things she rarely talks about that has helped her to see that there is so much more to life than bodybuilding and the pains of bodybuilding don't stack up to other pains in this world, and how she has stopped giving a fuck about what other people think of her and has paved her own way because of it.

    Calysta talks to us about what the process to becoming a pro was like for her after winning an overall at a regional show to then placing dead last and not even placing at all at more national shows to finally get third and then onto an Overall Win at Universe.

    We even get into weird things and things like what it is like for her being a coach while she preps others, working long hours as a nurse, not bullshitting people when they ask questions, and why she relies mostly on whole foods and stays away from whey protein products.

    She tells us what she wants to be known for in this life and gives some incredible advice that is sure to light a fire in you everytime you hear it.

    Make sure to tag me in your pictures on social media as you tune into the podcast (@celestial_fit is my handle) and let Calysta know how much you appreciated this episode by connecting with her here:
    ALL links: https://linktr.ee/calysta_upperman
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calysta_upperman/?hl=en

    For more notes, bonuses, and shows visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Fri, 31 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    HANNAH RANFRANZ

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Hannah Ranfranz, a personal trainer, an online lifestyle & prep coach with team boss bodies, a substitute teacher, and a mentor for kids.

    Hannah talks to us about how she has been able to build up her metabolism to reverse diet into shows so she can qualify for the Olympia, how she deals with scale hops, when to do a refeed, and how to use intrinsic motivation to your advantage.

    Tune in to hear about her passions and purpose, becoming comfortable with who you are and letting it shine on stage, and how she maintains such a positive attitude. Hannah even talks about how she felt leading up to getting her pro card, when she got it, and after!

    Connect with Hannah here:
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/hannahranfranz/?hl=en
    Coaching: teambossbodies.com

    For all the show notes, apparel, bonuses and more visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Fri, 24 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    SARAH GAYDEN

    In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Sarah Gayden, a Culinary School of San Diego Graduate who is the owner and chef of Fit Fusion Nutrition a meal prep and healthy catering company as well as the founder and owner of Sarifitness LLC which is a distributor of fitness apparel which by the way is super super cute, on top of all of this she is studying to get her NASM certificate for personal training while being a posing coach, mother, and wife.

    Tune in to hear all about Sarah's experience through her amateur years to earn her pro card then she took over 18 months off, had her baby, launched into motherhood, and then prepped for her pro debut! She opens up about how that process was, how her perspective and lifestyle has changed since becoming a mother. Sarah tells us about what it's like to be married to another IFBB Pro as well as a Marine. She even confesses for the first time that competing helped her to quit smoking

    Sarah also discusses her various businesses and the one principle necessary to succeed. She tells us about her current goals, experience with the same coach for 6 years, how she landed a feature in Oxygen Magazine, and why she took so much time off between shows as an amateur.

    Connect with Sarah here:
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/sarah_gayden/?hl=en
    ALL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/sarah_gayden

    For more show bonuses, insights and things mentioned on the show visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Fri, 17 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    SHAWN HEKTOR-LEWIS

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk interviews Shawn Hektor-Lewis, a master of performing arts who earned her pro card as a figure competitor but has since competed in bikini. She is an authority on the art of winning stage presence, owner and founder of Shawn’s Couture Cuties where she focuses on competition suit design and stage presence from stage training, products, poise and posing.
    ​
    Shawn opens up about how she transitioned from figure to bikini, how her experience as a playboy and runway model impacts her success on stage, as well as her journey to her pro card. She even opened up about a seriously funny story she has never told before about being a playboy model!

    She opens up about some of the biggest mistakes as well as key insights competitors should consider when it comes to suits, jewelry, makeup, tan, and all the glam! She talks about succeeding in comparison rounds, being coachable, and going ALL in!

    Connect with Shawn Here:
    Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawncarla_ifbbpro/?hl=en
    Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ShawnsCouture/?hl=en
    Stage Glam/Makeup IG: https://www.instagram.com/cutiebeautiecosmeticscbc/?hl=en
    Website: https://shawnscouturecuties.com/

    Express Interest in the Bikini Mastermind here: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/live-bikini-mastermind-event-interest-page

    See more on: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Fri, 10 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY!

    This is the happy birthday celebration for the podcast! And I am soooo excited to be celebrating with you all :)

    It would be so amazing if today or whenever you hear this you could make a post or even just write me or leave a review sharing some of your favorite highlights or episodes or takeaways from the show as a way to celebrate the show and the incredible athletes who have come on to share so openly.

    I gotta say, this sport is full of PHENOMENAL women

    Women who care for, support, and uplift one another

    Women who actively find ways to add value and help others

    Women who are not afraid to be themselves or be vulnerable

    Women who know their story, experiences, and expertise can help others

    Women who will give without anything in return

    Real. Down. To. Earth. Women

    I have connected with/met more women like this than the ones who are not this way

    This podcast was started with the intention of being the only place where IFBB bikini pros share their struggles, strategies, stories, insights and advice in a real, raw, and vulnerable setting

    The goal is to educate, inspire, and remind other competitors, athletes, or the ‘average gym goer’ that even the most elite professionals face hardships, health problems, mental obstacles, and other adversities

    We also love to talk about our wins, successes, and fun experiences.

    We share laughs, cries, and even strange stories

    Our commonalities as competitors and women bring us together but it’s every single woman’s unique quirks, experiences, and endeavors that REALLY bring us closer

    I am so grateful for everyone’s who tunes in. Whether it’s only ever once in awhile or every week religiously, I appreciate you

    I have a deep love and sincere appreciation also for those of you who screenshot that you’re listening, share what you love, or even message me to tell me how much the podcast has helped you, inspired you, or even changed your life!

    I consider what I do a privilege and I honor this privilege by investing a lot of time and energy into every episode along with the production of this show as a whole

    Those of you who have become patrons on Patreon.com/celestialfit and are subscribing a certain amount of money every month to help the production, it does not go unnoticed especially as I am working to roll out even more epicness with this show from coaches week coming up to making sure I have an int every week this year and even events.

    My Vision for the impact of this podcast is that it becomes a “must listen” for competitors and those who aren’t listening immediately do and fall in love with it when they first hear it. While I’ve been told by many people it’s at this level, I can’t wait till we have even more people downloading every month

    We have hit well over 48k unique downloads since the launch and with the growing consistency the numbers have been rising

    To me the numbers aren’t just insights and stats for me to use in my business or for growing the show or Improving. It’s a physical representation of an impact that’s being made

    Not to mention over one hundred reviews on iTunes that touch my heart every time I read them

    I didn’t start this podcast with any intentions of it impacting my life or business but I’ve grown with the show and the show has taught me so much and revealed pains to me in the industry, because of the ones I have experienced too, that have opened my eyes to the fact that I absolutely love the bikini competitor world. I love talking to you ladies, serving you all, coaching you, and really am on a mission to make a massive splash in this industry niche

    I want everyone to know that my intentions and motivation are from the depths of my souls purpose and mission and I’m here to make a lasting difference

    Thank you for investing your time into me and thank you to all of you who have expressed interest in the event, joined my peace through growth program for making peace with food your body and your goals in the improvement season (contact me for info), gone through my food freedom for competitors journaling and discovery program (contact me for info), and who follow me on Instagram, read my content, and look forward to it

    I have had so much fun the past year and can’t even believe what’s to come!

    I hope you’re just as excited and ready for it as me.

    If you have any guest recommendations, show topics, want more info on the events or programs or are looking to sponsor the show you can contact me through my website or instagram

    Let’s make it another great year! Make sure to rate review and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Share this with your teammates and friends and of course Don’t forget to let us know your fav parts, why you listen, or what’s been the best parts of having this podcast for you on social media, in the reviews section, or even just a private message to myself and those amazing athletes

    With so much love and appreciation I hope you all have an amazing rest of your day, night or morning, wherever you are in the world while listening to this episode, just make it awesome!

    Make sure to Rate, Review, and Subscribe

    Bookmark: www.celestial.fit/podcast for announcements, events, apparel, more episodes, info, and full notes.

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    Thu, 09 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    JENNIFER DORIE

    In this episode, host, Celeste Rains-Turk talks with Jennifer Dorie, an up and coming pro placing 10th at the 2018 Olympia in her rookie year, with other top five placings as well like earning 4th place at the Sheru classic in Columbia and just recently placing 4th at the 2019 Arnold classic.
    ​
    She opens up about how she and her boyfriend (and coach) set the boundaries between coach and client relationship and boyfriend-girlfriend relationship. She expresses what some of her feedback has been on the stage and how she had to fight against her body to prepare for the Arnold.

    Jennifer tells us how she lets go completely during the off season while keeping her goals in mind so she can be ready to kill long preps with the pro point system to qualify for the O. She also tells us who told her to start wearing her hair naturally!

    Jennifer talks to us about whether a boob job is necessary to do well, how she keeps her gut health, why butter tarts are her secret weapon, and how she has learned which foods work best for her body. She even tells us which show she prefers, the Arnold or the Olympia!

    For all show notes and more episode info visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

    Connect with Jennifer here:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdorie_ifbbpro/?hl=en
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiQs8mwt1BfGc6bREoPxBkg

    Become a Patron and support the making of this show here: ​https://patreon.com/celestialfit

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    Fri, 03 May 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    PHOEBE HAGAN

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Phoebe Hagan, an online fitness coach and posing coach from the UK who shares her passion for mindset work and competing with us!

    We dive deep into the fears she had getting into competing, how she began working on her mindset, her 'Know Your Own Ability' campaign, and so much more. Phoebe discusses her new approach to competing that and how she is willing to do what it takes to achieve her goals.

    She also discusses how she connects with her why for competing every day and what she thinks other athletes need to be doing when it comes to preparing for a show, an off-season, and everything in between.

    If you have ever been afraid to take the leap to get on stage or have other fears, this is definitely an episode you will appreciate.

    ​Along with the discussion on how important it is to enjoy the process of prep, let go/step off the gas when necessary, and learn to embrace the lifestyle of a competitor.

    To connect with Phoebe:
    Website: www.phoebehagan.com
    Instagram: @phoebehagan_
    ​YouTube: Phoebe Hagan

    To become a Patron and support the production of the show as well as be the first to know about new and exciting announcements for the show visit: https://patreon.com/celestialfit

    For More Episodes, Show Notes, and Bonus Announcements/Updates Visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Fri, 26 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    CELESTE SHAFFER

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, dives into an educational chat with Celeste Shaffer, an athlete sponsored by Bella Bikini Suits and petroleum engineer who turned pro in 2018 at her first national show the north American championships. Then placed 6 at her first pro show in Japan!

    Celeste Shaffer fills us in on all the intricacies of becoming a pro from the contracts, strategy, and the athlete's perspective going from the NPC to the IFBB. She shares how she has changed her perspective on her own physique and process as well.
    She also talks about her really busy schedule, career advancement, and how she gets everything in as stress free and fulfilling as possible.

    ​Celeste also talks about her journey into social media and how it helped her as an athlete to land a sponsorship. She even opens up about her struggle with her ovary and having to get an ovary removed three months before earning her pro card!

    For All Show Notes and Exciting Announcements visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

    Connect with Celeste on Instagram here: ​https://www.instagram.com/celeste_shaffer_ifbbpro/?hl=en

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    Fri, 19 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    SARAH DEVORE

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, talks to Sarah Devore, a stay at home mom of 4 with a degree in biotechnology who previously did DNA sequencing at the UCSD cancer center. She ran marathons in the past but has been competing for 6 going on 7 seasons, after 12 national shows, 7 top 5 placings, and a few placings so close she could taste it, she earned her pro card and has now done 3 pro shows placing in the top 10 twice

    Sarah didn't expect to ever go pro but from one show to the next the goal seemed more and more possible. She talks about what it is like to place differently from one show to the next, how she sought out judges feedback like crazy, and the way she was able to improve through reverse dieting and mental strength. She shares her thoughts on this mentality of one way being better than the next and how the best thing we can do is what is truly best for ourselves. She shares her own reverse diet structure and how she has been able to actually reverse diet into shows.

    As a travel lover and family woman, Sarah gives us her best tips for traveling while on prep, staying present with your family, and enjoying this lifestyle along the way. She provides great insight into how she has instilled a positive relationship with food, her body, and her goals to her children. You won't want to miss what she tells them about eating for the body!

    With all her insights and great advice, I hope you enjoyed this episode! Seeing you all share screenshots or thoughts about it means so much to me and I just love hearing your feedback! Please make sure to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

    To connect with Sarah visit her Instagram: ​https://www.instagram.com/sjanedevore/?hl=en

    To become a Patron and support the Production of the show please visit: ​ www.patreon.com/celestialfit A little bit goes a LONG way so I can keep making episodes every week and start putting together some cool extras!

    To express interest in / learn more about the LIVE Bikini Mastermind Event in Southern California to make peace with food, your body, and your goals in the improvement season visit: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/live-bikini-mastermind-event-interest-page

    For all show notes and more updates visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Fri, 12 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    Jourdanne Lee

    In this episode, host, Celeste Rains-Turk, talks to Jourdanne Lee, who was born in Canada and now lives in the us who got into competing after falling in love with lifting, she is a sponsored athlete, and fit body fusion coach.

    Jourdanne shares why she doesn't call it 'prep', how she builds muscle and trains, her approach to nutrition, and beliefs that have helped her navigate life. She opens up about what she told herself when she became a pro and how that has led her to taking responsibility in this role to be an example through her actions.

    She talks about what to do when you get your period on or around show day, how to monitor and track your health, as well as why rest is so important.

    Jourdanne also talks about how she sets goals and achieves big things by focusing on the small stuff first, how she approaches prepping someone for a competition as a coach, and staying consistent!

    She even discusses how she fully embraced who she is and stopped chasing the 'sexy' look and started being 100% herself on stage. Jourdanne tells us why she's called 'carb baby', how she has balanced her life, and why she loves counting macros. She even shares how anyone could do a whole prep eating from the dollar store!

    Her advice is truly insightful and helpful for competitors whether you compete locally, nationally, or in the pro league as she discusses the powerful metaphor to ensure you are level set and honest with yourself through the challenges!

    To get your name on the 'First to Know'/'Interested' List for the Event for mending your relationship with food, your body, and your new goals... with everything else mentioned on the episode, Celeste is collecting interest for to run by the end of 2019, click HERE

    For all Show Notes: www.celestial.fit/podcast

    To connect with Jourdanne visit:
    https://www.instagram.com/jaylifts__/?hl=en
    And for her sponsor perks: linktr.ee/jaylifts__

    To Become a Patreon and support the production of the show: ​https://patreon.com/celestialfit

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    Fri, 05 Apr 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    Robyn Maher

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Robyn Maher, an IFBB pro who is a Fitness and Nutrition Expert who has been featured on national and local TV. She graduated from BYU with a B.S. in Exercise Science and a minor in Nutrition. She is also a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist, BFR certified coach, YogaFit 300 hour certified instructor, NPC judge and coach, plus she’s the Promoter of Utah’s first-ever ProAm bodybuilding competition: IFBB/NPC Salt City Showdown. As a single working mom with 3 active teens, full time coach & trainer, plus a professional athlete, we had a lot to discuss.

    Even though this episode is longer you will NOT want to miss it. Not only does she open up about her busy life, past, and experiences, she gives us the inside scoop. More than ever shared on here before when it comes to what the judges expectations are and what the NPC expects of the judges along with how judges are picked for certain shows and so much more. Robyn shares with us EXACTLY what it is like from the judges point of view. She tells us everything from politics, scoring, judges job criteria, and those little things that bother the judges that competitors do.

    She also opens up about her fight against her own genetics, troubles with thyroid and hormonal imbalances, bloodwork results, a never ending period, finding a mass in her uterus, and getting a hysterectomy. She shares some of the habits she maintains as a busy woman and what inspired her to commit her life to helping others get healthy.

    Robyn discusses why you should always seek to be in competition with yourself and stay away from comparing yourself to others. As a posing coach, judge, and competitor she talks about the best things to focus on when practicing posing. She also shares the importance of having respect for the judges, sport, and other competitors.

    For podcast info and more shows visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

    You won't want to miss this one!
    To connect with Robyn:
    Website: http://fitrobyn.com/
    Info about the Salt City Showdown: saltcityshowdown.com


    To become a Patreon and support the production of the show click here

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    Fri, 29 Mar 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    Eboney Chipman

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, has an enlightening, fun, light, and juicy conversation with Eboney Chipman, a one of a kind woman who was born in the Bahamas but now lives in Vancouver where she turned pro in 2012 at the Canadian Nationals, and travels with the organization Her Time as a public speaker.

    Eboney gets real about the extremes of competing, including the things that shall not be mentioned. She tells us about the scary parts of prep, the beauty in it, and the comfort in shifting gears.

    ​Eboney's prep life is very different from her improvement season and she talks about what she has done to improve her life through meditation, mindset, personal development, and staying in alignment with what she wants and what feels good.

    She tells us about her passions and life outside of competing and how she determines when a good time to prep is or not. She talks about finding the right coach, and how going pro impacted her perspective on herself as an athlete.

    Eboney opens up about the friendships made in the sport, how she has grown in her life, and discovered that she could put so much emphasis on more than her physical being.

    Tune in to hear this epic conversation on your favorite podcast streaming platform!

    For all podcast info and more shows visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

    Connect with Eboney here:
    https://www.instagram.com/eboney_ifbbpro/?hl=en
    Become a Patron and support the making of this show here: ​https://patreon.com/celestialfit

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    Fri, 22 Mar 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    Tianna Wesselmann

    In this emotional episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Tianna Wesselmann, who started her fitness journey when she was a junior in college transforming her party days into gym sessions, her bodybuilding career started in 2013 and by 2017 earned her pro card at junior nationals in Chicago which was a show that meant a lot to her. This woman faced a lot of adversity growing up but found her faith, worth, and drive which helps her stay disciplined and success as a competitor.

    Tune in to hear what Tianna thinks of social media, how to avoid the pressures that comes with the sport, and what challenges she faced that made her stronger than ever. She shares how she lets go of expectations, keeps her head up, doesn't concern herself with other competitors game plans, and stays focused even when she isn't competing.

    ​Tianna opens up in a raw and vulnerable way as she shares the loss of her college boyfriend who started this whole journey with her. She talks about what it was like growing up without money and how this influences her success today. Tianna even shares how she finds happiness, passion, and motivation to stay healthy and be consistent outside of the stage.

    All show info and notes on: www.celestial.fit/podcast

    To connect with Tianna:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiannaa_rae/?hl=en
    Twitter: twitter.com/tiannaa_raee

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    Fri, 15 Mar 2019 04:00:00 +0000
    Lauralie Chapados

    In this episode, host, Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with the #2 Bikini Athlete in the world, 23 year old, Lauralie Chapados, AKA 'the dark horse', because she came out of nowhere and crushed her 2018 season landing her a spot at the Olympia where she earned second place. When this episode was recorded she was prepping for the Arnold Classic and next heads to the Arnold Australia.

    Lauralie opens up about her struggles as an amateur with finances, work, and pressures of coaching herself. She shares openly about her journey to the pro level and the adversity she faced to win it in Canada. Lauralie tells us about how she got into competing at such a young age, what she thinks about heading into every competition, and what her game plan is for this season.

    She discusses the impact of personal life changes, quitting her job, and pursuing her dream as being an elite athlete. Lauralie tells us what her feedback has been and what she is currently working on to bring something the judges have never seen her bring before. Lauralie even brings up the opportunities and dream life she has been able to achieve through having faith in her dreams and taking a leap of faith. She has no regrets, loves every day of her life, and is finding ways to be even more of an ambassador for the sport.

    Lauralie teaches us some of her posing tricks, her approach to building muscle, and the mental challenges and rituals she has before shows.

    She is a humble, sweet, and intelligent athlete and I am so excited for you all to hear this episode.

    For all the podcast info and more episodes visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Fri, 08 Mar 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    Darah Diaz

    In this episode, host, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with a Darah Diaz, who qualified for the Olympia in her first year as a pro, attends beauty school, has a full time career, and is the founder of Clearly Confident on a mission to promote self-love and confidence to men and women.

    Darah gets real with us about her past, from abusing laxatives, being brutally bullied, and falling off track. She shares openly about her experience with overcoming the naysayer's voices in the back of her head and pushing through it, finding peace through performing! Her dancing background led her to even greater success on stage.

    She talks about how she has been able to develop her successful brand, muscle, and confidence through lots of determination, heavy lifting, and self-love. Tune into this episode on your favorite streaming platform to hear all the golden nuggets that come from this episode and even some insider information on the 2019 Olympia.

    For all the show notes and episode webpage visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast



    To Connect with and Contact Darah, please visit:
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    Fri, 01 Mar 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    Ashley Kaltwasser

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with an absolute legend, Ashley Kaltwasser, who has 17 IFBB bikini championships including 3 Olympia wins, and 2 Arnold Classic Championships, she has been a cover model 11 times, she's a social media influencer who started as a collegiate track athlete and is now helping women through her very own fit app!

    In this episode, Ashley shares openly and vulnerably about the thoughts she had when she decided to take time away from the stage after a lot of success, she discusses what she went through in her time off and how she felt in her body. Ashley shares the struggle she faced when beginning to prep again and finding out she had a thyroid problem that was making it harder for her to progress for awhile.

    She also talks about what it was like to make such a successful comeback, how she takes a week off after every show and practices mindful eating, what she does to determine the difference between hunger and cravings, and having no expectations. Ashley also talks about the importance genetics, time off, and becoming a master is for the sport. She even tell us what her day to day life is like and how the move she made opened her eyes to the world of social media!

    You can listen on your favorite platforms like Spotify or iTunes, make sure to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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    Fri, 22 Feb 2019 15:41:19 +0000
    Tawna Eubanks

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Tawna Eubanks, an incredible athlete and pro for the last 9 years but also a fitness model, stylist, blogger, online trainer, posing coach, and wife!

    Tawna opens up about the struggles she was facing in competing that led her to take time off and how she reentered the pro league and the response she got from other girls, promoters, and others in the league! She tells us all about how she made changes in her life to find more happiness outside of winning shows.

    Tawna tells us about the importance of doing what is right for you and putting your all into it. She also discusses how she landed her magazine cover, what a usual day looks like in the day of her busy life, and enjoying competing for herself.

    Tawna has a lot of experience on stage and even shares some of her tips for hiding weaknesses on stage, keeping your posing YOURS, and showcasing your best without compromising for others!

    To connect with Tawna and read the show notes visit: http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast

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    Fri, 15 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    Skylar Lanier

    In this episode, host, Celeste Rains-Turk talks with Skylar Lanier, the Overall Winner of Junior USA’s, 23 and by the time you hear this, 24 year old pro, and posing coach who has been competing for almost 4 years and has done 17 competitions!

    Skylar opens up about how she developed confidence in her body after years of feeling like she wasn't ever going to look how she wanted, struggled in a toxic relationship, and having body image issues for as long as she could remember.

    She gets real about posing and shares some of her best secrets for making herself and her clients look amazing on stage. Skylar talks about the mental habits she uses to continue moving forward in her personal development along with the way competing has helped her become mentally stronger.

    This podcast is available on all streaming platforms like Spotify and iTunes! You can even ask Siri to 'Play Confessions of a Bikini Pro podcast' and she will!

    http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast


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    Fri, 08 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    Jessie Palmer

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Jessie Palmer, one of this years Arnold classic competitors, who has been competing since 2013, earned her pro card in 2015 at NPC Universe, is a coach to 12 bikini athletes under Fit Body Fusion team and and also has a degree in dental hygiene which is a career she has been working in full time now for 9 years.

    Tune in to hear how Jessie got into the sport, what she does to manage her time as a very busy woman, what she things about the look of bikini and how its evolved/where it is going, why she follows an if it fits your macros approach, and how bodybuilding allowed her to get over a quarter life crisis and teach her how she can do anything!

    Jessie even shares what the application process is like to get into the Arnold Classic, why she has been dreaming of this stage for years now, and what she is doing to prepare for it since she only had a short time off after a season of 8 shows!

    To Connect with Jessie follow her on Instagram: ​https://www.instagram.com/jessiepalmerifbb/
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    Fri, 01 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    Alyssa Blessing

    In this episode, host, Celeste Rains-Turk sits down with Alyssa Blessing, an IFBB Professional Athlete and a member of the US Marine Corps. She dedicated herself to competitive bodybuilding in late 2014 after she underwent a divorce and became determined to find her confidence both on stage and in life.

    In the 2018 NPC Universe competition, she won first in class and earned her Pro card. She also holds a degree in psychology and a culinary degree. She is passionate about helping others find the strength to transform their lives, and looks forward to coaching and motivational speaking as she continues to rise up through competitions.

    Tune in to hear all about how Alyssa came to learn her body and knew she had to gain more than 5 pounds to put on significant muscle mass and how even with a proper reverse diet she gains at least 20+ pounds over to reset the body. Alyssa talks about how she struggles with comparing herself to others as well as her struggles with her body image over the years. She opens up about her goals for the Olympia, how taking time off has been her secret weapon for top placings, and what the game plan is for this year.

    Alyssa discusses the challenge she faced after doing tons of shows that taught her that binging can happen to anyone and it is not as simple as she once thought. She discusses how she looks at health for her clients too.


    She even gives us a look at her daily ritual, training split, favorite personal development/self-help books, and what she does to maintain a positive mindset to be in competing for the long haul.

    You definitely won't want to miss this! You can tune in on any of your favorite streaming platforms or right here on the podcast webpage www.celestial.fit/podcast Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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    Website: ​alyssabfit.com
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    Fri, 25 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    Kasha Rusch

    In this episode, host, Celeste Rains-Turk has an in depth conversation with Kasha Rusch, an IFBB pro from Southern California, who has been competing for 3 years, earned her Bachelor's Degree in Communication Studies from CSU Long Beach, who is getting married this year and is looking forward to her journey as an ifbb pro after earning her pro card at USA's this past year!

    Tune in to hear Kasha discuss her full process for hormonal health, how she used bodybuilding to overcome her anxiety and uncontrollable life, what inspired her to compete and how taking time off led her to discover the importance of body positivity and acceptance at all stages.

    She shares exactly how she trained to do a total body recomp, despite her approach being VERY different from other bikini competitors.

    Kasha vulnerably discusses her father's death and how she pushed through this time and was able to step on stage and earn her pro card against the odds. She also shares the feedback she has received, why she is taking a break, how it is beneficial to do so, and how to fall in love with the process. Kasha even discusses how she landed sponsorships without a ton of followers, what her big goals are, and the mark she wants to leave on competing.

    I hope you love listening to this episode as much as we loved making it for you!

    ​To Connect with Kasha and let her know how much you LOVED this episode, please visit: ​https://www.instagram.com/kashamadisonfit_/

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    Fri, 18 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    Jacky Gomez

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Jacky Gomez, a Spanish athlete who was born and raised in New York, has been married to her highschool sweetheart for 9 years and aside from being a sponsored athlete and bikini pro she is also a teacher at a Montessori school.

    Jacky shares some of the struggles she faced after being in a caloric deficit and doing tons of cardio for so long. She talks about how she switched up her nutrition and training and took the leap of faith which ended up paying off big time. By bringing back the motivation she lost after getting sick after competing a lot in a short period of time, she was facing depression, anxiety, and her body shut down. She couldn't even train because she was so exhausted and out of it, everything was off.

    She recalls moments as an amateur that helped her in her years competing and what Nicole Wilkins said to her on stage that provided her new perspective, what she did to overcome some negative judges feedback before stepping on stage to earn her pro card, and the way that sponsorships offload a lot of the expenses competing brings.

    Please make sure to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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    Fri, 11 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    Stephanie Sequiera

    In the first episode of 2019, Celeste talks to Stephanie Sequiera, a competitor who started her journey on stage in 2015 and got her pro card in 2016! She has a background in nutrition, psychology, and personal training she helps competitors and non-competitors achieve a heightened level of health and fitness.

    During the episode Steph shares how coining herself as the ab chick has put some pressure on herself to live up to the name, how she gets her head out of the numbers game and shifted from being so concerned about the number on the scale to the way she feels more than anything.

    She talks about how she encourages her own clients to accept weight for what it is and deal with the unexpected challenges of life, like when she got into a car accident and couldn't train upperbody and gained weight because of it.

    Stephanie opens up about some of her life struggles and how she made things happen with her online fitness coaching business to be able to support herself and her boyfriend. Steph and I get into the controversies of the body positive movement and how to improve your mindset for success. Stephanie discusses how her career in the IFBB has been one of many losses, despite her success in the NPC early on; placing top 10 to dead last. She even shares what her mindset it like to keep her feeling on point and staying accountable.

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    Fri, 04 Jan 2019 05:00:00 +0000
    Stefanie Antorcha

    Host, Celeste Rains-Turk wraps up 2018 with a fun-laughter filled energetic conversation with Stefanie Antorcha, Founder of BamBody Nutrition, who has been in the fitness industry for over 10 years, is a nutritionist, personal trainer, wife and parent.

    Stefanie openly discusses some of the hardest times in her life including anorexia, debt, and not being able to pay her rent. She discusses how the tough times taught her she can overcome anything. Stefanie talks about how she launched into her booming business, what she does everyday no matter what, and her opinions on the common misconceptions of competing. She even shares her top 2 ways of knowing if she is having a healthy prep

    She shares her viewpoint on things like waist trainers, risking your life for the trophy, facing the shit you have been avoiding through competing, letting go of the good vs bad food mentality and how the mindset of 'I have to' works negatively against the body.

    There was so much value, fun, and golden nuggets in this episode! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

    For more shows/notes visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast


    To connect with Stefanie and order some BamBody Nutrition Protein Treats that I raved about please visit:
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    IG: ​https://www.instagram.com/stefanieifbbpro/

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    Fri, 28 Dec 2018 05:00:00 +0000
    Ashlyn Brown

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, has an awesome conversation with Ashlyn Brown, a 26 year old bikini pro who is an online coach for lifestyle clients and competitors, shes a momma to two puppies with her husband and love of her life Curtis brown, she is a sponsored athlete and lover of all things food and travel!

    Tune in to this episode as Ashlyn shares how to avoid denting your mental health by risking your physical health, how she overcame a rebound where she gained 14 pounds in 5 days, what her approach is to getting back on the grind if you fall out of it, and what she uses to build her capped shoulders and balanced physique!

    Ashlyn shares how she felt after getting her feedback from Sandy after earning her pro card and how she eats before stage that could be the only change she needs to make, how even the weather can impact your results, she talks about what she does the day of the show and how/why she water loads before stage. She reflects on a time in her life where she wasn't seeing the results she wanted and how she finally got to the point of knowing what she needed!

    One thing Ashlyn shares is how important it is to have a positive mindset, love prep for the long term (the good, bad, and the ugly), how she destresses, what she thinks is the key to getting more results, and how she recommends seeing food as just food.

    For ALL the show notes & to connect with Lauren please visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Thu, 20 Dec 2018 04:30:35 +0000
    Lauren Dannenmiller

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Team Cosmic Bodies Coach, 2017 NPC Nationals Overall Champ, and posing coach Lauren Dannenmiller.

    Lauren goes into full depth and detail about why she takes year long off seasons, 20+ week preps, and implements mini cuts and diet breaks along the way. She shares her exact strategies for doing this along with when you know it is the right time to implement it.

    She describes her decision to leave her coach and have her boyfriend and co-coach at Team Cosmic Bodies lead her to her Pro Debut. She even expresses some of the things that make her cringe about other coaches and what you need to know before hiring a coach!

    Lauren tells us an awesome story about how the head IFBB judge remembered her and her whole story despite Lauren taking a year off to build.

    This is NOT an episode you want to miss (most aren't though am I right?!)

    I am really blown away by how much Lauren shared.

    For ALL the show notes & to connect with Lauren please visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Fri, 14 Dec 2018 20:47:35 +0000
    Kerryne Henich

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Kerryne Henich who has been competing for 10 years, was Utah’s very first bikini competitor to qualify for the Olympia, and just competed at the Olympia at age 39!

    She has recently married the love of her life after being in an abusive and toxic relationship for 16 years and she and her new husband have brought their families together and have 5 kids.

    Kerryne gives us some insight on how she made such an incredible glute and hamstring transformation sharing her BEST kept secret, how she eats intuitively and always has on prep even when given a meal plan, making life work with so many kids, and celebrating her best package even if it is not rewarded by the judges.

    Kerryne is a shining example of someone who honored herself through toxic relationships with herself, food, and an ex husband. She finally put an end to her suffering, stood up for herself, and is now living her life and doing what she loves.

    She even lost track of how many shows it took her to compete in before qualifying for the Olympia! But, along the way her husband and kids stood with her! Her husband even lost over 50 pounds to step on stage with her and experience what she goes through!

    You won't want to miss this one.

    FOR ALL SHOW NOTES AND TO CONNECT WITH KERRYNE VISIT: WWW.CELESTIAL.FIT/PODCAST!

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    IG: @kerrynehenich
    Website: www.bikinibodmama.com
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    Wed, 28 Nov 2018 04:50:31 +0000
    Tiffany Jensen

    In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Tiffany Jensen, a full time HR manager, writer for Forbes.com, co-owner of Elite aesthetics gym with her hubby and the momma to 7 doggies.

    Tiffany gives us the low down on how she stays so organized and on task when accomplishing her day to day tasks, career goals, and client demands.

    She explains her process for choosing what shows to do, handling judges feedback, and making every rep count in the gym. Sharing some of her best tips, tricks, and hacks for giving her workouts, life, relationship, preps, and off season her absolute all.

    Aside from her incredible experience, she also has a Bachelor's in Kinesiology, Psychology, and a Master's Degree in Business and Human Resource Management so grab a pen because you will hear a lot of amazing golden nuggets throughout this episode!

    For ALL the show notes & to connect with Tiffany please visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/tiffanyjensenifbbpro/
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    Fri, 16 Nov 2018 19:22:53 +0000
    Des Scoggins

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk, dives right into some pretty personal and vulnerable topics with Des Scoggins, a Dog mom of 2, DBFT Fit Guide creator, Bodybuilding.com and Bite Meals athlete, New IFBB Bikini Pro, college volleyball player, believer in all things Jesus, and professional hype woman of others.

    Tune in to hear about Des's experience with amenorrhea (loss of period), what she learned about birth control after that experience, getting comfortable with weight gain, her opinion on the ol 'stay 5-10 pounds above stage weight' saying, and the hype around the coveted pro card.

    We also discuss, the 'influencer' image, using struggles as strengths, being open about religion online, growing a loyal base of followers, and eating a slice of humble pie after the Olympia expo.

    For ALL the show notes & to connect with Des please visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast Make sure to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on iTunes so you never miss an episode!

    This episode is sponsored by my new 'Post-Show Personal Development Program' built to help competitors make peace with their body, food, and new goals in their improvement season.

    To learn more and enroll visit: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/postshowpersonaldevelopmentprograminfo

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    Connect with Des here:

    Website: www.desbfittraining.com

    Youtube: www.youtube.com/desireescogginfitness

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/desb___

    Twitter: www.twitter.com/desbfit

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/desbfittraining

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    Fri, 02 Nov 2018 04:00:00 +0000
    Camile Periat

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk, has an EPIC discussion with this absolute boss of a woman, owner of Team Pulse, Santa Cruz Sports Nutrition and Santa Cruz power fitness, a dental hygienist, a mother, and a top 10 competitor at both the Olympia and the Arnold Classic. She just competed at the Olympia and Legion Sports Festival which qualified her for the Arnold, Camile Periat! Tune in to hear all about Camile's approach to mindset work in all seasons for success, bringing healthy back after a season of shows, truly embracing the off-season and not rushing back to the stage, creating balance on and off prep, having persistence in an age of instant gratification, dealing with body functions and changes after a show, getting to know your body, identifying negative triggers, developing dense muscle mass, remaining patient, using comparison as a tool for growth not a detriment, and staying the course of your own unique journey! So many golden nuggets in this episode and I know we touched on things I cannot even begin to summarize in words here...

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    IG:camile_periat
    Facebook: camile periat, ifbb pro
    WEBSITE: camileperiat.com

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    Thu, 11 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000
    Manuella Kelbaugh

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with, Manuella Kelbaugh, a Brazilian and American fit mom. Looking to inspire and help women reach their fitness and health goals.

    ​Tune in to hear how Manuella went pro at her second competition by enjoying the process more, learn about how she struggled after having her daughter, what she does everyday to make herself a priority as a parent (especially when prepping), how she manages guilt, and why she thinks having a supportive husband or boyfriend is so important.

    FOR SHOW NOTES AND TO CONNECT WITH MANUELLA VISIT: www.celestial.fit/podcast


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    Fri, 05 Oct 2018 04:00:00 +0000
    Katie Kerner

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Katie Kerner, previously known as Katie Miller, a personal trainer specializing in 8 week online programs and who has been competing for 7 years.

    Tune in to hear how Katie stuck it out for 13 national shows before earning her pro card, how she changed her relationship with food, the way she views progress in off season, how she stays only 7 pounds above stage weight using flexible dieting, and how growing her following on Instagram led to the expansion of her online business.

    FOR SHOW NOTES AND TO CONNECT WITH KATIE VISIT: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Fri, 28 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000
    Denby Cogert

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with new IFBB Pro, Denby Cogert about how she dealt with injury while on prep, her approach to raising kids while competing in a sport that involves critiquing the body and some lifestyle extremes, being in the medical field and understanding how healthy competing is, enjoying social situations, and finding internal validation.

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    Fri, 21 Sep 2018 04:00:00 +0000
    Breena Martinez

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with 4x Bikini Olympian 5x IFBB champion, coach, sponsored athlete, and aspiring gym owner, Breena Martinez.

    Breena opens up about her thoughts on girls switching coaches/teams, how she preps her mind for the Olympia and how it is different than other pro shows, the reason she wants to open up a boutique gym just for women, her different approach to coaching competitors vs. non-competitors, what she did after losing for a whole year, how she knew she was overtraining, and how recovery can make a difference in your physique on stage.

    She shares many of her valuable methods, tools, and resources which can easily be applied right away so take notes!

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    Thu, 13 Sep 2018 03:44:39 +0000
    Kaylie Fountain

    In this insight filled episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk picks trainer, athlete, and nutritional science student, Kaylie Fountain's brain on what it was like to earn pro card/move through amateur days so quickly, becoming sponsored by well-known/loved companies, the impact of earning her pro card on her business, and the reasoning for staying conditioned even in the off season.

    Tune in to hear about why Kaylie prepped herself for the start of her career in the sport, what inspired her to hand over that control to a coach, how her approach to social media changed once she got her pro card, the genuine approach she took to gain sponsorships, and her take on approaching the off-season to maximize potential within opportunities in the fitness industry.

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    Fri, 07 Sep 2018 02:24:40 +0000
    Amber J Callahan

    In this fun and energized episode, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Amber J Callahan, a woman who overcame anorexia, has a passion for fashion, beauty, & art with her bachelor’s degree in fashion design who has grown in the fitness industry as a professional bikini athlete who has stepped on the prestigious Arnold Stage 2x, fitness model, and EdgeSupps sponsored athlete.

    Tune in to hear about why Amber is heading into an improvement season after 3 years of competition preps, how she battled anorexia and found bodybuilding, her passion for inspiring others, her take on the fitness and social media world, as well as how even as a pro she struggles with how she looks, if she will be ready, and the pressure of being a professional athlete. She shares how she found her coaches, how she reaches out for help in her journey's, and the way she handles outside critics.

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    Wed, 15 Aug 2018 01:54:54 +0000
    Bishop Green

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Bishop Green, 25 year old pro, single mom, and full time personal trainer who lives in Maryland and got into bodybuilding after having her daughter. She is an advocate for speaking up about the demons she faces daily.

    Tune in to this episode to hear how she channels her inner cheetah before stepping on stage, the way she preps for a show, how the manages her time as a single mom, full time trainer, and competitor, the breaking point when she realized she needed help for mental illness, and her opinion on the way women are leaving the bikini competitor lifestyle with negativity rather than gratitude.

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    Sun, 12 Aug 2018 00:30:26 +0000
    Charina Baker

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk brings on a mother of 2, coach, singer, actress, and human resources professional from the Bay Area who earned her procard at her first national show at the age of 43 in 2016, Charina Baker.

    Charina discusses her childhood and adolescence, growing up in a third world country with her mother for a role model and support. Charina goes into the importance of her family time and how she fears missing out on her children's lives so she is prioritizing them over competing.

    Charina talks about her approach to training and nutrition in the off season and it is contrary to what most pros do. She discusses how risilient she became to being teased, how she trains with scoliosis, the importance of connecting with judges on stage, the number on the scale meaning nothing, and how she went from being a top 10 vegan in PETA to no longer conforming to any dietary label.

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    Fri, 13 Jul 2018 04:00:00 +0000
    Tara Grier

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Tara Grier, a competitor who earned her pro card after only doing two shows. She was a gymnast for years then found passion in the gym! So she used her love for the lifestyle and became a pro bodybuilder with the help of her boyfriend as her coach. Tara Grier now serves Orange County as a trainer and posing coach.

    Tune in to hear all about what it was like for her to become a pro so quickly, how her genetics played a role in her ability to stay lean, what it is like to prep with her boyfriend and have him as a coach, as well as her take on joining a team. She shares what it is like being backstage with the other pros and how she felt when her friends and family became envious of her lifestyle.

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    Fri, 29 Jun 2018 04:00:00 +0000
    Anh Vu

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk talks with Anh Vu, a competitor who has been competing since 2016 who stepped on the stage 10 times with 4 of those times being a national show before earning her pro card in 2017 at USA's. She has worked in the supplement industry for 6 years and is currently working with Global Formulas while being a full time communications student.

    Tune in to hear how Anh juggles her priorities and responsibilities, handles not having her family at her shows, how she landed her sponsorships, and her take on if breast implants impact a competitors success on stage. Anh also dives into how she is choosing to regain her health after competing non-stop for 2 years on her road to pro.

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    Fri, 22 Jun 2018 04:00:00 +0000
    Barbara Kris Ludwig

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk talks all about Entrepreneurship, business building, and pursuing our passions with 24/7 Mom, Barbara Kris Ludwig, ex- aerospace engineer turned designer and CEO of Black Active Wear.

    Barbara shares why she left her steady paycheck to pursue her dreams, how she approaches life without a 'Plan B' and the confidence required to go ALL in for your goals.

    She discusses the time she took away from the stage and how her goals and priorities have shifted with her to now be back in prep-mode.

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    Fri, 15 Jun 2018 04:00:00 +0000
    Heather Mcallister

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk talks to Heather Mcallister, Founder of FlavoredPBCo and nutritionist with a passion for fitness who has been diagnosed with autoimmune disorder and thyroid disease. She is a wife to a police officer and mother who has been through years of depression, anorexia, binge eating, weight gain, and even infertility. She made her health a priority, practiced her education on herself, turned her life around and even became a pro athlete.

    We discuss her past with; smoking, eating disorders, and bad habits and how she turned all of this around, became obsessed with fitness, and discovered her love for bodybuilding despite her thyroid complications.

    For all the show notes and to connect with Heather please visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Fri, 08 Jun 2018 04:00:00 +0000
    Dr. Jessica Wilson

    In this episode, Celeste speaks with, Dr. Jessica Wilson, a full time veterinarian who has residency in dentistry and oral surgery and is currently practicing end of life care and hospice in orange county, CA

    Tune in to hear about what inspired her to start bodybuilding and her key building blocks to putting on more size and muscle and staying inspired to keep competing after getting last call-outs at a National show she felt she had brought her best to and how she managed to gain her procard not long after that show...

    ​She also dives into the responsibilities of the athlete and the coach, how to find the best coach for you, and how having a coach has changed her life.

    Jess also shares her struggles with stress and anxiety and how she works through these blocks to keep going despite stress and anxiety that balancing work and life can bring. All while embracing a positive mindset, deciding to make a change, and even gain insight from how she utilizes visualization and speaks her dreams into existence not only in bodybuilding but also in her life and business.
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    Fri, 01 Jun 2018 05:01:09 +0000
    Geri Berger

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Geri Berger, Team Elite warriors head coach and seasoned competitor who consistently places top 5 in pro bikini and has graced the Arnolds Classic Australia stage and the Olympia. She is the regional general manager and partner of Island Club & Spa, a high end luxury fitness club and spa in Honolulu, Hawaii and as an IFBB bikini pro, she continues to inspire, motivate and educate individuals on being the best that they can be at any age.

    Tune in to hear Geri open up on making competing a lifestyle and all about how she manages being a full time business owner, trainer, mom, and professional athlete. Learn about how she has instilled the message of education over deprivation in her son and all her athletes. Plus, hear about her doctor's take on the one thing she does every week (that her coach may not know about) that has helped her to stay healthy in competing.

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    Mon, 21 May 2018 07:00:00 +0000
    Michelle Hurst

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk talks to Michelle Hurst, a kickass athlete who has been competing since 2012, retired from her silicon valley corporate job at 40 years old to pursue her passions in fitness representing the total package as a certified personal trainer, runner, 1st degree blackbelt in Mixed Martial Arts, sponsored global formulas athlete all while being co-owner and Bikini Head Coach of Handsome Muscle.

    Michelle shares some of her key strategies behind her popular glute transformation, competing as a lifestyle, training according to your goals, building off of judges feedback, recovery methods for optimal performance, and what it is like to prep with her husband.

    FOR SHOW NOTES AND TO CONNECT WITH MICHELLE VISIT: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Thu, 10 May 2018 06:25:50 +0000
    Kate Abate

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk talks to Kate Abate, who has so much knowledge in the realms of philosophy, health, and self-improvement. She is a transformation consultant who loves positive energy and has a deep passion for eldercare and fitness. This is a woman who faces adversities everyday and always shares beautiful insights from the heart.

    She shares her greatest philosophy muses, insights, and lessons as well as nutritional strategies for optimal health, being present in the moment, and accepting what is. The depth of the conversation goes well beyond surface level looking at mindset, daily rituals, and the importance of slowing down in a fast paced world.

    FOR SHOW NOTES AND TO CONNECT WITH KATE VISIT: www.celestial.fit

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    Thu, 10 May 2018 05:51:30 +0000
    Marie Acosta Rios

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk talks to Marie Rios, a total firecracker who has been competing for 6 years, just made her pro debut and has her eyes on the Olympia stage.

    Marie shares what it was like being backstage with the more seasoned pros for the first time, why/how she stays so fit and consistent in the off season, and how competing has impacted her marriage.

    For Show Notes and to Connect with Marie, visit: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Thu, 10 May 2018 05:40:36 +0000
    Riley Worth

    In this episode, Celeste Rains-Turk talks to Riley Worth, a very busy IFBB pro who is a biology major with a pre-med emphasis who is also currently finishing up her Nursing program before beginning her job in labor and delivery next month.

    Riley shares why she deleted her Instagram under the social pressures and the disconnection to the present moment which matters most to her.

    She talks about her health struggles and complications that came from her back to back shows on her road to pro and how her body fought her through the process until she finally earned her pro card after deciding to persevere.

    Lastly, she shares what kept her motivated through the intense preps and how much believing in herself helped her through.

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    Thu, 10 May 2018 05:30:49 +0000
    Tamara Haddad

    This episode, Celeste Rains-Turk and Tamara Haddad dive deep into the post show rebound, weight gain, and the mental toughness required to make it through these challenges.

    Tamara is an incredible coach, trainer, model, and teammate… she is a 2x Olympian and one hell of a competitor who has graced the most prestigious stages in the world since earning her pro card in 2013.

    She shares her vulnerable story about her recent struggle with going from 118-140 pounds after a show and how it makes her feel.

    Tamara shares how she can relate to the average joe as an elite competitor and reminds us that the pros are no better than the next athlete.

    Listen to the episode for more insight and vulnerability on; Post Show Rebound, Dealing with Losses and Celebrating Wins, Balancing Life.

    FOR ALL THE SHOW NOTES AND WAYS TO CONNECT WITH TAMARA, VISIT: www.celestial.fit/podcast

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    Thu, 10 May 2018 01:04:59 +0000
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