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Ashlyn Brown is originally from Texas and currently lives in Arizona with her husband. She is 28 years old and is a coach with FitBody Fusion. She has been competing since 2015 and received her procard in 2018 in Miami Nationals. After taking a year off, she began her pro season in August of 2019. Her husband played a huge role in Ashlyn’s start to competing. He taught her a lot about the sport, nutrition, and training. In this episode Ashlyn shares what she learned from him and gives great information on how she trains in the gym to get effective results. She shares with us her top pro secrets to keeping a tight core and building muscle. Furthermore, Ashlyn shares with us her experience over quarantine and how she was able to prep during these unexpected times. Her hard work definitely paid off, because she is officially qualified for the Olympia 2020. Tune in to hear her story of how she was able to make her dreams a reality. Key Takeaways Engage your muscles Practice Proper form, this may require you to drop the weight Stay consistent Waist Training helps with mind and muscle connection to keep those abs tight which benefits you while you are posing. Do more research If you have an unhealthy relationship with food, start with focusing on finding a regimen before deciding to compete. Ashlyn Brown Instagram : @ab_bikinifit Podcast: Center Stage LetsGetChecked trylgc.com/bikini use code Bikin20 for 20% off your test! "Use the code, "Bikinidiaries" for 10% off your purchase at Angel Competition Bikinis and don't forget to order your free sample kit HERE!!! Bikini Stop Store: Merchandise on all things bikini ----->MyBikiniStop Join the Bikini Diaries Facebook Group Bikini Diaries The Highest Quality of competition tanning product protanusa.comUse code bikinidiaries for 20% of your next order Shoe Fairy: Use code : BikiniDiaries https://shoefairyofficial.com Check out My Affirmation: myaffirmationfitwear.com Inside of every legging is an affirmation Use Code: bikini diaries for 10% off your next order Grab your Bikini Diaries Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off Na'iyma Chew Instagram:@Naiymafit Website: Naiymafit.com Email: Naiymafit@gmail.com Bikini Diaries Podcast Instagram: @bikinidiariespodcast
Kate, a 33 year old IFBB Bikini professional began competing 8 years ago. She obtained her Pro card in 2014 at the Miami Nationals competition. Kate is from Westchester County New York, where she works as a crisis counselor and aspiring Gerontologist. In this podcast we touch on female roles in the industry. We discuss how women are portrayed in the industry, Why is competing deemed sexual, and how this affects us in the sport. Kate also shares with us very traumatic experiences she went through multiple times growing up and how it affected her. Furthermore we go into a deeper discussion about Gerontology and her mission to helping people age more gracefully and happily. Key Takeaways Dreaming is a form of planning Let your light shine Just because you can handle something, doesn't mean you should It's about constant improvement If you have the goal of becoming the best version of yourself on a physique level, You must tend to your garden every single day. Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/bikinidiaries LetsGetChecked trylgc.com/bikini use code Bikin20 for 20% off your test! "Use the code, "Bikinidiaries" for 10% off your purchase at angelcompetitionbikinis.comand don't forget to order your free sample kit HERE!!! Bikini Stop Store: Merchandise on all things bikini ----->MyBikiniStop Join the Bikini Diaries Facebook Group Bikini Diaries The Highest Quality of competition tanning product protanusa.comUse code bikinidiaries for 20% of your next order Check out My Affirmation: myaffirmationfitwear.com Inside of every legging is an affirmation Use Code: bikini diaries for 10% off your next order Grab your Bikini Diaries Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off Na'iyma Thompson Instagram: @Naiymafit Website: Naiymafit.com Email: Naiymafit@gmail.com BikiniDiariesPodcast@gmail.com Bikini Diaries Podcast Instagram: @bikinidiariespodcast
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.
Morgan lives by the motto “Change your mindset, change your life”. She’s been competing for 5 years and received her pro card at Miami Nationals in 2017. She is currently a coach and has her own team called team morganlindseyfit where she coaches both lifestyle and competition athletes. She is also the co-owner of the cookie company named Drizzle Cookie company. Her first show experience wasn't the best experience which caused her to take time off. However, it didn’t stop her from trying again. A year later she stepped back on stage and to her surprise did fairly well so she continued to fight for her professional card ! This goes to show that anything is possible as long as you don’t give up! Growing up Morgan lindsey was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. She also suffered from disordered eating. In this episode she literally walks us through practical steps you can take to overcome anxiety. Additionally, she shares with us her journey as a professional athlete, how she started her business from the ground up, and the doubt she had in herself about the path she had chosen. The corona virus has drastically affected each of our lives and Morgan shares how being in quarantine has affected her. Key Takeaways Be present in your shows Being anxious can take away from the show Don’t be too hard on yourself Competing gives you confidence Set small goals for yourself Take a few steps back to move forward You don’t have to do a show to get lean Morgan Lindsey Instagram: @morganlindseyfit Website: morganlindseyfit.com Drizzle Cookie : drizzlecookies.com "Use the code, "Bikinidiaries" for 10% off your purchase at angelcompetitionbikinis.comand don't forget to order your free sample kit HERE!!! Bikini Stop Store: Merchandise on all things bikini -----> MyBikiniStop Join the Bikini Diaries Facebook Group Bikini Diaries The Highest Quality of competition tanning product protanusa.com Use code bikinidiaries for 20% of your next order Check out My Affirmation: myaffirmationfitwear.com Inside of every legging is an affirmation Use Code: bikini diaries for 10% off your next order Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off Na'iyma Thompson Instagram: @Naiymafit Website: Naiymafit.com Email: Naiymafit@gmail.com Bikini Diaries Podcast Instagram: @bikinidiariespodcast
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Shop the "I am" Collection myaffirmationfitwear.com Use code bikinidiaries for 10% off your order Advice From The Queen of Macros Counting If you are in the athletics world, odds are the word 'macro' is not new to you. It's actually not new to most people. What's unfamiliar and mysterious is the term "counting macros." Most people don't know how to go about tracking calories and the type of food they eat so as to achieve certain calories and macronutrients goals. While counting macro is fairly simple, it can be a challenging task, especially for beginners. But not after you listen to this episode because Beth Hall is here to unpack 'counting macros' for us. Beth Hall is a mom, a wife and a coach with Team Boss Bodies. Beth began competing in 2013 and won 1st place in her first-ever show. Through perseverance and dedication, she earned her pro card in 2016 at the Miami Nationals. As a result of her extraordinary enthusiasm for living a fit and healthy lifestyle, Beth delights in helping others do the same. She enjoy teaching her clients balance and helping them meet their goals while enjoying the process. Beth believes that you can achieve anything you want as long you work hard enough for it. Her goal is to ultimately make in the Olympia stage. In this episode, Beth talks to us about how to count macro, what's the best way to start, and where you should begin. She also shares tips and hacks on how to conquer the macro game. Finally, she shares some tools that you can use to track macros. Let's dive in. Takeaways Where there's a will, there's a way If you want it bad enough, you will get it - you just have to work hard for it This is a lifestyle Find your balance Enjoy the process If you don't enjoy your diet, you're not gonna do it Never give up Nothing worth having comes easy Important Questions [00:06:24] How many years have you been competing? [00:07:28] When and where did you get your pro card? [00:11:22] Why do you compete? [00:27:03] What would you say is the best way to start macros? [00:28:50] What are some tools that someone can use to learn macros? [00:32:33] What are some cons to macros approach? [00:48:50] What do you think holds people back from doing the prep? [00:54:44] How exactly are you prioritizing your nutrition timing? [00:57:38] When did you know it was time to take a break? [00:59:36] What made you want to coach for Team Boss Bodies? [01:00:46] How exactly do you introduce your clients into macros? [01:02:30] What do you think is about you and your coaching methods that make girls want to stick with you? [01:04:17] What do you think has been the best part about working and being a part of Team Boss Bodies? [01:06:19] What is your overall goal? [01:08:38] What piece of advice would you give to someone wanting to become a professional in the sport Instagram: @bethhallfit Website: teambossbodies.com Shop My Affirmation: myaffirmationfitwear.com Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off FOLLOW ME, Na'iyma Thompson @Naiymafit Naiymafit.com Join TEAM BOSS BODIES use code: bikinidiaries for 15% off your package
My Relationship With Food Almost Took My Life The thing I love most about this sport it how it has continually transformed lives. I have lost count of the inspiring stories that I have registered so far — even on this podcast alone. Whether it's a girl who was contemplating suicide. Whether it's a girl who had a feeding disorder. Whether it's one who had an emotional breakdown. And not to mention domestic violence. These are some of the stories whose positive outcome was as a result of engaging in Bikini competition. Andreanna Calhoun story is unique too. Andreanna is an IFBB Bikini Pro. She received her pro card at Miami Nationals in 2015. Even though she has not competed on a professional bikini stage for a while, she is utmost focused and dedicated to fitness. This was as a result of her struggle with both Anorexia and Bulimia. She recently contested in 2018 Miss Twin Peaks National Contest in Dallas, Texas. Andreanna talks to us today about her daunting childhood and how that led her struggles with both bulimia and anorexia besides how competing saved her life. She also talks to about her tight-knit relationship with her twin sister and how they are giving back to the fitness society every single day. Finally, she will share how she has kept herself physically and mentally healthy off the state for. Stay tuned. Takeaways Be yourself When you fall, get back up Your health comes first Give your body time to rest Listen to your body Take time to learn your body Be patient Apply discipline, hard work, and the structure Love yourself Make sure you are physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually ready before you start competing Find a good coach: one that's knowledgeable and educated Important Questions [00:05:32] How many years have you been competing? [00:08:12] What keeps you motivated? [00:11:52] How did you get into fitness and competing? [00:13:06] Would you say that you had two disorders? [00:13:58] What do you think caused your disorders? [00:15:48] How long were you sick? [00:16:26] What was your breaking point? [00:19:51] When you decided to compete, how did you feel after your first show? [00:23:14] When did you decide you wanted to become an IFBB Bikini Professional? [00:23:57] How long did it take you? [00:31:08] How did it feel to be back on stage again? [00:31:52] What do you think is different competing now compared to when you competed? [00:36:55] What advice would you give to someone wanting to become an IFBB Bikini professional? Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off FOLLOW ME, Na'iyma Thompson @Naiymafit Naiymafit.com Join TEAM BOSS BODIES use code: bikinidiaries for 15% off your package Follow Andreanna Instagram: @fitnesschicka Train with Andreanna Apply Here
How to Tackle Back to Back Shows If you have ever competed, you can possibly relate to how strenuous and demanding it is to stay the course. From prepping all the way until you take the center stage to reveal that cute body – that you’ve worked so hard to build. Now imagine a show every two weeks. You think that’s nerve-racking? I thought so too. But not for Kaylie Fountain, who has been competing every two weeks. Huh? Kaylie is an IFBB Pro, Personal and online Trainer. She has been competing for four years. She won her IFBB Pro Card at the Miami Nationals in 2016 where she emerged the overall winner in her category. Kaylie holds a degree in General Exercise Science and Nutrition from the University of Colorado. Her goal is to compete in the Arnold Show, as well as in the Olympia. Today, we will be talking about how to go around doing one show after another in a short span of time. As you may know, a lot goes into that and it can be quite demanding. Kaylie will also talk about switching from coaching yourself to actually getting a coach and how different it is when you're coaching yourself versus putting your prep into someone else's hands. Additionally, talk to you about how you can compete in a healthy way. Plus, she’ll tell you what she thinks about competing. I’m sure these are all things that we want to know about. Let’s get started. Takeaways Maintain self-discipline If you don’t motivate yourself, no one will Having a coach will simplify your journey Keep practicing and learning your body, you will establish what works for you You just got to stay focused Do whatever you have to do to ensure that you will be the next best the next time you get on stage Trusting your coach is as important Work with somebody that you can fully trust Be true to yourself Find techniques that will work for you Love what you do Offer help to others that look up to you Always be humble and willing to give Important questions [00:07:46] How many years have even been competing? [00:09:22] Three qualities about yourself that make you a strong athlete? [00:12:35] What keeps you motivated? [00:15:53] How exactly did your fitness journey begin? [00:26:03] What point in your life did you realize you need to put on muscle? [00:28:11] At what point did you realize you needed a coach? [00:32:28] What are your thoughts about competing now that you're in it [00:38:42] I know you're doing back to back shows. Is it every single weekend it's a different show? [00:42:57] How strict are you with yourself right after a show even knowing that you have another show coming up? [00:49:45] How do you think your preps has changed since you been able to work with your coach? [00:53:33] Has there ever been a time where you didn't listen to your coach? [00:54:58] What would you say were the biggest lesson you've learned and your career? [00:57:02] What are your goals for this year, next year, five years from now? Do you see yourself doing bikini forever? [01:00:58] What piece of advice would you give to an IFBB bikini professional? Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off FOLLOW ME, Na'iyma Thompson @Naiymafit Naiymafit.com Join TEAM BOSS BODIES use code: bikinidiaries for 15% off your package Follow Kaylie Fountain Instagram: @kayliefountain_ifbbpro Train with Kaylie !!! Mention Bikini Diaries for your first week completely free!!! Website: www.kfountainfitness.com
Welcome to this week’s episode of Dropset Gorgeous Radio! I brought on another fellow Angel Competition Bikinis athlete this week. Her name is Lauren Dannenmiller. If you’re not familiar with Lauren, she was actually the overall bikini champion from Miami Nationals last year. She’s an IFBB Pro with a ton of experience, and a great outlook on competing that I personally admire and feel is really going to set her up for longevity within this sport. If you’re a competitor or are just interested in learning more about the competitive bodybuilding scene, definitely take some time to listen to this week’s episode. You will not regret it! Lauren’s background in competitive sports and gym training. Preparation for national stage: time, patience, mental health. Knowing the challenges of transitioning to off season. Understand what this lifestyle requires; stage lean vs. everyday lean. Willpower, motivation, and the power of a coach who can teach you about your body. Meal plans, longevity, flexible dieting approach Planning for the long haul, not just short preps Lauren takes time to explain how she first got started in competing and just how many shows she did before she did her first national show. She discusses the importance of taking time off to improve both your physique and your mental health, especially if you want that Pro Card. Lauren reminds everyone competition takes the right mindset, hard work, patience, and how you can carry it into all areas of your life. I loved today’s talk and think she gives a ton of really great advice and a good setup for people’s mindset for what they need to have in order to have longevity in this sport. Powerful Quotes to Remember: Those that want the Pro Card: Slow down. Be patient. Everything you do matters. Know why you’re doing what you’re doing. Greatness requires a level of unbalance and over-dedicating yourself. Go see a show and understand what competitors really look like! Your coach should also be your teacher. Be prepared to be let down and then keep going! Lauren’s Instagram @LaurenDannemiller Lauren & Kyle’s YouTube Video explaining the difference between regional and national shows: Lauren Dannemiller For more information about Amber Morningstar follow her on Instagram, click here, or check out her YouTube Channel. For all your supplement needs make sure to browse Tiger Fitness because you're more than just a number here!
Na'Iyma Thompson is 24 years old with an extreme passion for fitness. In particular, fitness modeling and competing. She competed nationally in the NPC bikini division. This year, she took the title of Gifted Nutrition's Model Olympian in Vegas. She was featured in the rising star section in the May issue of Oxygen magazine, and aired on HSN for Tony Little's total body treadmill show. Na'lyma is also modeling for suitsyouswimwear @ www.suitsyouswimwear.com. She absolutely loves what she does and aspires to become a pro in the IFBB. Na'lyma has high hopes in furthering her fitness career and inspiring others to do the same. Andreanna Calhoun is an IFBB Bikini Pro. She received her professional title last November at Miami Nationals. For the year of 2015, Andreanna competed in 4 pro shows. Placing; Pittsburgh (pro-debut 15th), Puerto Rico pro (4th), Tampa pro (10th) and Dallas Pro (8th). She is an extremely focused, meticulous, and dedicated individual that takes pride in her personal and professional lifestyle. Nutrition and fitness are important to her because she used to be anorexic. Andreanna's life found new meaning when she realized that she could eat like a regular person and not only be healthy, but also fit. She was uncomfortable in her own skin, but fitness turned that around for her. Andreanna learned how a proper regimen of diet and exercise could provide more confidence, higher self-esteem, and a more overall positive sense of self.