Confessions of a Bikini Pro

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Amanda Lam, from Hong Kong. She and her partner Isaac, are the first Chinese IFBB pro couple. She is the director of PUMP Personal Training Gym in Hong Kong and is also a transformation and Prep Coach. She is also an occupational therapist with 2 years working experience in the psychiatric department working with adolescents with autism, depression, and eating disorders. Amanda is currently studying functional medicine and integrative nutrition. She earned her Pro card in Hong Kong 2020 and has since placed second call outs at the 2023 San Antonio Pro and first call outs in Korea Pro and Japan Pro. TOPICS COVERED -growing trend of bodybuilding in Asia -relationships in bodybuilding -working on feedback & building glutes -balancing all aspects of life -from occupational therapy to coaching -taking a break from bodybuilding -having a heathy pregnancy & postpartum -stress management -pursuing your passion 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/amandajayden_ifbbpro/ TIME STAMPS 1:00 introduction 4:27 competing in Asia versus USA 8:30 how her family views bodybuilding 14:10 having an IFBB Pro boyfriend 19:05 working towards the Olympia 26:00 balancing bodybuilding and her career 29:43 being a prep coach 30:59 leaving her hospital job to coach 36:44 taking time to start a family 43:50 studying functional medicine 48:30 lessons from bodybuilding 51:31 goals outside of competing 55:20 Amanda’s approach to prep 60:38 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

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Pamela John, a certified personal trainer, strength coach, and nutrition coach, who started competing in 2012 and earned her Pro card at Masters Nationals in 2015 and has competed over 50 times! After the birth of my last daughter in 2000, her body went haywire which eventually led to a diagnosis of Graves disease. Along the way, she discovered that no matter where we are in life, most of us desire to be better than we are right now. Her specialty is helping women restore their bodies through proper mindset, improved nutrition, movement and hormonal balance and as a result they look and feel even better than they ever thought possible! TOPICS COVERED -overcoming adversity -holding commitments to yourself -becoming disciplined -Her recipe book- “Fit and Healthy Her” -being a long time smoker -fighting Graves disease -dealing with grief -coping through prep -advocating for your health -having a growth 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 PAMELA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pamela.fit.for.life/ Website: www.pamelajohnfitness.com TIME STAMPS 1:00 introduction 3:57 changes since reclaiming her health 7:05 explaining Graves disease 14:35 finding gratitude in the journey 18:00 having complicated pregnancies 21:20 her love for her mother 25:19 how grief affects us 33:40 understanding pre-grieving 41:36 overcoming challenges 44:44 finding a love for fitness 47:30 be your own health advocate 48:30 changing habits 51:00 being married over 30 years 56:40 things to master before competing 1:01 milestones in competing 1:02:30 changes in bikini division 77:13 competing for reasons other than physique 78:24 creating a recipe book 84:39 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

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Christina Sanggor, a 27 years old who was born & raised in Houston, Texas. She started working out at age 19 while in college for her education degree. She decided to go back to pursue her passion of exercise science and will be graduating this spring. Christina works as a personal trainer and is a caretaker for her mother and grandmother. She first competed in wellness in 2022, but switched to bikini in 2023. She switched coaches in August and went on to take overall in both novice and open bikini divisions at Battle of Texas in December. One week later, she took first in her class and earned her Pro card at NPC Nationals. Outside of the gym, she is a foodie and loves attending EDM music festivals. TOPICS COVERED -Mental aspect of bodybuilding -personal growth over the years -self awareness -past coaching protocol compared to current -future goals or aspirations -other hobbies such as raving -practicing self-love -patience with building muscle -raves and EDM festivals -goals to start her own company -willingness to change 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 CHRISTINA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xtinastar_ifbbpro/ TIME STAMPS 1:00 introduction 5:09 starting in wellness 13:25 finding fitness in college 16:38 switching coaches 20:30 being a foodie and a competitor 25:30 changing your mindset 33:00 loving your body in all seasons 46:05 feedback and long improvement season 52:35 keys to success as an amateur 54:02 experience earned her Pro card 59:25 enjoying raves and EDM festival 66:10 growth in her relationship 69:25 going back to school 73:40 willingness to change plans 77:40 being a caretaker 82:50 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

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Tianna Pistone, who started bodybuilding at age 16 years and did her first show at 17 years old. She earned her Pro card USA’s in 2023 when she was just 22. As a young teenager, she struggled with underrating, always wanting to be the thinnest girl. She was inspired to start bodybuilding by her father, a former bodybuilder. Outside of competing, I graduated college with a bachelors of science, majoring in homeland security, and is now in the Austin PD academy. She plans on making her Pro debut in 2025 or 2026. Tianna also offers posing coaching. TOPICS COVERED -eating disorder recovery -finding bodybuilding -DIY show day -taking time away from the stage -life outside of bodybuilding -benefits of intuitive eating -setting your mind to your goals -muscle maturity and time to build -division crossover 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/tirae_fit/ Posing: https://www.instagram.com/tiraeflows/ TIME STAMPS 1:00 introduction 6:27 how posing practice transforms you 17:25 taking a long improvement season 24:55 goals outside of bodybuilding 28:34 transitioning to different styles of eating 36:49 bodybuilding saved her life 44:41 shifting her mindset 49:00 feeling a responsibly on social media 52:15 her dad’s experience bodybuilding 60:00 wanting to be a police officer 62:25 discipline to follow your dreams 67:02 deciding to study homeland security 70:00 life is too short to say no 82:49 Feedback from USAs 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

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Janine Herrera, a single mother to 3 amazing girls aged 10, 8, and 4. She is also an AGACNP-BC with a focus and passion for functional medicine. She has spent the better part of her life serving others, but was in need of purpose unique and personal to her, and she has found that in bodybuilding. In addition to being a high school sprinter and cross-country athlete, Janine also danced ballet for 21 years. She started bodybuilding in March 2021, and competed in 2 shows before earning 2 IFBB pro cards at the 2021 North Americans. She most recently earned second place at the 2023 Masters Olympia Bikini! Along with Jodie Unger and Ashlyn Little, she is a co-founder of Team Alpha Aesthetics. TOPICS COVERED -being a Masters athlete -staying healthy and balanced -empowering mothers -competing at Masters Olympia -serving others -focusing on the future -leaning on her faith -coaching relationships -in it to win it 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 JANINE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ja9fit/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamalphaaesthetics/ TIME STAMPS 1:00 introduction 8:53 Masters success & Masters Olympia 13:15 having a passion to pursue 17:15 managing her time as a single mom 22:20 staying focused and not stressing 28:30 asking for help 33:17 overcoming obstacles 37:22 focusing on being present 43:50 working with clients with ICU nurse experience 49:18 coaching philosophies 55:48 habits for success 60:00 building community with women 65:33 you’re never too old 70:14 should you hide your age? 76:55 being fuller and tighter 79:10 bikini competitors are athletes 84:30 future masters Olympia 91:20 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

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Sammy Jo, an online health and fitness coach & posing coach. She started competing in 2022 and earned her Pro card one year later in 2023 at NPC Universe. She has a degree in business administration and quit my 9-5 in sales job back in 2022 to pursue competing and coaching. She is also a suit stylist with Toxic Angelz Bikinis and co-host of Bikini Things Podcast. TOPICS COVERED -struggles post show -food obsession during prep -the reward through the process -personal growth through competing -leaving a friend group -working towards goals -understanding your feedback -following your intuition -talking about taboo topics -being your own boss 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/itssammyjo_/ Website: itssammyjo.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SjXoXo TIME STAMPS 1:00 introduction 3:40 what she wish she knew before competing 9:15 competing for longevity 17:02 dancers, competing, and body image 20:08 views of competing 29:14 moving and changing your life 33:00 becoming a step-mom 40:40 competing and building a family 44:07 goals for the Olympia 51:30 the cost of competing 55:18 leaving her 9-5 job 60:00 being demonetizing YouTube 72:45 building confidence 77:40 managing her work flow 85:00 acknowledging your accomplishments 87:33 suit design with Toxic Angelz 99:40 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

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Carrie Hennessy, a wife and girl mom to a 18 months old and 13 year old plus a dog mom. She loves true crime podcasts, being outdoors and anything adventurous. She loves connection, laughing and advocating for women. One of her favorite quotes is “ If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” She entered the bodybuilding world after leaving an abusive marriage and finding the courage to choose herself. Fitness took her from feeling powerless and defeated to empowered and strong. She is a Coach at Fitbliss Fitness. Her first NPC show was in March 2015, and later that year, competed at North Americans. She earned her Pro card at USA’s in 2018 after placing 1st. She last competed in 2021 and is returning to the Pro stage this year! TOPICS COVERED -leaving an abusive marriage -choosing a partner -learning from mistakes -friendships in bodybuilding -adapting your routine -taking a break from stage -embracing the lifestyle -competing for the right reasons -setting boundaries -starting a family 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 Carrie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carrielawlerhennessy/ TIME STAMPS 1:00 introduction 5:25 leaving an abusive marriage 10:01 finding love 16:23 learning to trust yourself 21:18 changing views of herself 24:34 finding bodybuilding and coaching 28:03 finding empowerment 31:01 competing & motherhood 39:30 changes made to go Pro 44:52 living the lifestyle 52:00 controlling the narrative around your body 1:06:13 maintaining life while in prep 1:12:10 pregnancy and postpartum 1:17:20 prep changes after having a baby 1:20:00 decoding to grow her family 1:26:24 navigating client comparison 1:33:50 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

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 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

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 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

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 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

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 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 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 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

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 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 & 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 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

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 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

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 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

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 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

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 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

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: Website: http://www.celestial.fit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/ 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 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

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 does each coach believe to be the most ‘overlooked’ component by bikini athletes for success in the sport?! Hypothetical Round: Rapid fire answer with 1 sentence or less then you can pick some to expand on 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!

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 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

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 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