Confessions of a Bikini Pro

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STEPHANIE HING Sep 09, 2022

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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

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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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LYNSIE HICE Sep 02, 2022

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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

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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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THE OLYMPIA EXPERIENCE YOU CAN'T MISS Aug 26, 2022

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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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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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TARYN FLANAGAN Aug 19, 2022

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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

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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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KAREN WALL Aug 12, 2022

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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

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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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JORDAN BRANNON Aug 05, 2022

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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 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/ 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 CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE FOOD RELATIONSHIP COACHING SERIES CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE POST SHOW BLUES COACHING SERIES LEARN MORE AND APPLY FOR MY 5 WEEK FOOD RELATIONSHIP HEALING & DISCOVERY COACHING PROGRAM FOR OTHER FREE RESOURCES, LIVE EVENTS, AND WAYS TO WORK WITH CELESTE CLICK HERE

1 MILLION DOWNLOADS! PARTY IN AZ, LIMITED EDITION CROP TOPS, WHAT THIS MEANS TO ME Aug 03, 2022

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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!!!! :)

HUONG MAI Jul 29, 2022

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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

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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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JACKIE CHENEY; Developing Resiliency & Love, Knowing It's Your Time, Feeling Behind, Relationships Jul 22, 2022

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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

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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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MEGAN D'GINTO Jul 15, 2022

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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