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 One of my amazing clients Jenna Hart and I were talking about her beliefs & associations with freedom and we were working to modify & redefine them to support her journey.
She eventually came to the conclusion...”Freedom doesn’t have to mean a Free For All” and I remember feeling this intense YESSSS pulse through me as I heard her acknowledge a new truth for herself. FOOD FREEDOM DOESN’T HAVE TO MEAN: “All in” mentality type changes Cult-like covenants to uphold as though You’re not allowed to be fitspo & body positive at the same time Rapid weight gain A forgotten gym membership Loss of all your friends & followers who’ve reinforced how “inspiring” you are more when you’re lean Or anything else you associate with it BUT IT CAN MEAN: Safer physiological & psychological state for long-term growth Peaceful mindset around all foods anywhere Empowering image of yourself as a WHOLE person & in every season More adherence- more freedom = options = room to choose what you’re naturally inclined to go for = identity you love thrives Loving & supportive community of others as you inspire them to see it really is possible to do both Greater connection to your goals & programming as you enhance your why & align with your soul’s core values... The possibilities really are endless when you allow them to be. YOU are the only one who dictates your reality. If you want to change the story you’re writing, you have to be comfortable with a plot twist. Let’s work together to make new normals & #BUILDMORETHANJUSTABODY You deserve peace with food, your body, & your goals. Free food relationship coaching series: www.celestial.fit/foodseries Learn about how we can work together: www.celestial.fit/foodfreedom Visit: www.celestial.fit/links for resources, programs, and freebies
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 I’m frequently asked if my food relationship healing & discovery coaching program can be done while following a prep diet, off season plan, or even gut health protocols. The answer is YES. I absolutely do NOT believe you need to give up your goals as a competitor or athlete or any physique goal in general to achieve peace with food & your body. In fact, I’d argue with plenty of client stories to back it up that following my PTG process while on a plan will not just lead to greater adherence but more sustainability long term. You do not have to give up your meal plan, macros, or any work you are doing with your coach to follow this program. I created this with competitors in mind which means, I will not be stepping on you or your coach's toes. I may make suggestions based on my expertise & experience, but I will never ‘require’ you to change anything about your meal plan or macros, that is up to your coach and you. Just like I wouldn’t want a coach to do my job in supporting competitors with their mental health using psychology & personal development, I won’t be trying to do their job. I go beyond surface level because it isn't so much about the food as it is why you are eating it or feeling the way you do about it. In extreme cases, I may recommend you get in touch with a new coach or nutrition professional or discuss other possible approaches but most of the times it goes as Fran has described here! I’m a competitor, I am an athlete, I invest in my coaching and plans and I take pride in following it. I would not expect any different from the athletes I work with every day or from you Don’t wait until after your prep, your off season, or your time with your coach MAKE THE MOST of your commitments by addressing the darkness keeping you from optimal results. Mental health is the prerequisite to sustainable & enjoyable long term results This athlete is KILLING it still & I LOVE seeing her share her journey of aligning inner work with physical results. To learn more about my program & apply please visit: www.celestial.fit/foodfreedom now.  [Scroll to watch the video] I had some amazing client breakthroughs this week and recorded this video immediately because I wanted to share something I shared with her which is the incredible impact celebrating success early can have on our life. Much like positive thinking and “manifesting” we bring the energy of the future version of us into the present moment. But the difference here is that the early celebration acts as a service/transportation method to our goal attainment rather than a post-win celebration to support the continued habit. After we achieve something it’s great to celebrate with something that will support us in continued effort and growth like new running shoes after x miles, a new journal after journaling daily for months, a day off, a massage... But what if you celebrated as if it was already done? This is something I use for business growth, fitness goals, and more. Invest in your future self now. Be so sure of yourself and your ability that you create no other option but to rise to the occasion. Book your massage BEFORE your next training split begins so you are even more motivated to kill it in the gym. Set up your new savings account NOW to encourage you to save. Invest in a coach now so you can stop spinning your wheels and make the most of your program later... See what we are doing? We are expecting the result but we are also empowering ourselves to create it. How will you use this tactic in your life? Comment below! For more insight and tools like this visit: www.celestial.fit/ondemand #BUILDMORETHANJUSTABODY  Are You Currently in or Starting Your Off-Season and Anxious to Feel Comfortable in Your Body, Around Food, and with Your New Goals? DO YOU STRUGGLE WITH: An unhealthy relationship with food (binging, overeating, over-restricting, avoidance, punishment, guilt, not knowing how to find a balance, etc.)? Body image (seeing your body differently than it really is and feeling like you look like a blown up balloon ALL the time)? Feeling confident in your skin as you begin building muscle and getting your health back even when that means more fat begins to come back? Setting new goals and creating a new identity now that you are no longer on prep? Listening to Your Body and Trusting the Process Required in this Season of Growth? WHAT IF YOU KNEW EXACTLY HOW TO MAKE PEACE WITH FOOD AND YOUR BODY AFTER A SHOW? My 8 week post-show personal development was built to support competitors in saying goodbye to the post show blues for good. THIS PROGRAM WILL HELP YOU: Find Balance Again Put an End to Overeating Understand & Address Mindless, Overwhelming Binge-like Sessions Feel Comfortable in Your Body as You Begin to See it Grow & Change Rewrite Your Identity and Goals for the Off-Season Embrace the New Season with Love, Acceptance, and Total Peace of Mind This is not a diet or exercise program, this is the only program in the industry that works directly with and for bikini competitors to overcome the post-show blues using mindset & psychology. It’s separate from my food relationship coaching program and looks more at every single area of your life & more specifically addressing the grieving, growing, & intention based changes necessary in this phase. WITH THIS PROGRAM YOU WILL NEVER HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT WHAT TO DO AFTER A SHOW AGAIN! You get access to it FOREVER along with monthly group coaching calls with other amazing athletes who choose to #BUILDMORETHANJUSTABODY To learn more and enroll visit www.celestial.fit/postshow now Madeline Learns to Trust Herself Around Food & Listen to Her Body After Years of Restriction12/30/2020 When Madeline came to me she was feeling super lost. After years of bodybuilding and strict programming she found herself in a flurry of emotional eating, constantly going off plan, and feeling detached from her body and her choices.
When we started working together Madeline expressed to me that she wanted to be able to trust herself around food, make choices from an intuitive place, and move away from structured plans so she could truly honor her body with her eating choices. Every individual I work with comes to me with a unique ideal relationship with food and I was so excited to support Madeline in working through her emotional eating behaviors, lack of awareness in her body and her choices, and support her in embracing the relationship of trust and understanding she wanted. We focused a lot on the mealtime rituals of my program along with redefining beliefs that were no longer serving her from her past. What I admired most about working with Madeline was her organization and commitment to the program. Madeline fully immersed herself into the program from the get go and never made excuses. Because of this, we were able to dig deeper and accomplish a lot in 5 weeks. I am so grateful for the work we did together and overjoyed to hear her express such kind words about our work and elation with where she is now. Nothing is impossible for the people who really really want something. Madeline was tired of facing her darkness every day without the tools needed to see the light was coming. Now she has a huge toolbox of resources, new normal belief patterns, more love for her body, and a deeper connection to every decision she makes. I have no doubt that Madeline will be successful moving forward as she continues to use what she has invested in equipping herself with. Madeline, Thank you for trusting me and inspiring others to take action with your story! If you were inspired by Madeline's experiences and transformation and you are truly ready to let go of guilt, shame, and loss of control around food then visit www.celestial.fit/foodfreedom to learn more about my food relationship healing and discovery program (this is what Madeline was referring to) and apply now! Once you click the link, go through the info, and apply I will reach out within 24 hours with some follow up questions to be absolutely sure I can help you. If I can, we will move forward with enrollment, if I cannot, I will refer you out / provide other resources. Can't wait to see you create YOUR ideal relationship with food while kicking ass in your life, physique goals, and embracing your body. Katie opens up about her experience in the food relationship healing and discovery coaching program
Before we started working together, Katie had been competing for 2 years. Her competition journey started in 2018 with lots of restriction that led to post-show binging, bulimia, and other mental health related issues which she was able to overcome with a new approach to bodybuilding She still struggled with the all or nothing mindset and really wanted to be able to find a balance in a lifestyle phase without the weight of feeling like a failure for not being in that prep mentality When we started working together we focused on challenging her norms, redefining beliefs she had around food, and really understand her big why Katie shares that this program helped her fall in love with bodybuilding lal over again as it helped her to see she could live life as a bodybuilder without sacrificing her social life and family development When I started working with her, she told me she felt like she had to give up the sport she loved in order to heal her relationship with food and grow a family with her fiancé and soon to be husband I wanted to support her in establishing a healthy relationship with food and achieving her big picture goals but also wanted to be considerate of her love of the sport I am a firm believer that we can have both as long as our intentions, identities, expectations, and standards align in ways that allow us to have it all Katie explains how she is now able to view food as nourishment, how the mealtime rituals in the program supported her in normalizing all foods without good and bad labels, and now feels confident in her relationship with food so much to the point where she can see herself competing again without regressing into old ways She also shares the peace she feels with her body as she goes into her wedding, building a family, and pursuing a lifestyle that includes all her passions Katie says she realized that therapists are amazing people but can be difficult to work with when they don't understand competing or may encourage you to quit before encouraging you to work on the deeper issues. Katie herself is earning her degree in clinical mental health counseling as well and expresses the power of knowing you can talk about what you are going through and you can be understood. I so appreciated working with Katie and know she has been successful in transforming her life because she committed to the process every day, communicated with me about everything, and truly immersed herself into new possibilities Although it can be hard to let go of what we thought we knew, what we have been told, what we believe, or what makes us feel safe and in control--it always pays off when we say YES to facing it and following through on what we know is best for us Helping people with their relationships with food is so fulfilling and seeing amazing growth minded women like Katie come through this experience feeling empowered is unlike anything else! I am ready to support you, if you know it is time to take this next step in your journey and you are ready to make peace with food, your body, and your goals without sacrificing your life passions and ultimate dreams Learn more about the program and apply now here: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/food-relationship-healing-and-discovery-journal-program-with-celeste How this Competitor had her BEST Prep Ever with full Focus, Adherence, and No Post-Show Binging11/12/2020
This past weekend I was so excited to see my past client, and valued part of my Build More than Just a Body community, compete again!
Back in February Jess and I worked together on her relationship with food in my 5 Week Food Relationship Healing and Discovery 1:1 Coaching Program Then just a few days after her show she sent me this video and it totally made my day because she is such a powerful example of what prioritizing inner work and healing can do for cultivating a more successful commitment and drive in all future preps and improvement seasons. She just went through her best prep ever which she says would not have been possible without having worked on her relationship with food at the beginning of the year. (she had previously shared her experience in another video you can see here: https://youtu.be/51xJj6sEzTQ) After her most recent show she was not over fixated on the food, she found satisfaction without binging, and instinctively was going through the habits we set in place from the beginning of the year. Rather than stuffing herself at a brunch or shoving sugary treats down her throat the moment she got off stage, she was able to use the mindfulness based practices and habits we focused on creating and reinforcing to honor her journey, her body, and her goals. Her natural behavior and thought process with food now is so different than her past experiences post show. Jess shares that she knows how to stop herself now, check in, observe her thoughts, and really consider how she will feel about her decisions whereas before a free-for all, regret, more restriction, guilt, and shame were more normal for her. When Jess first started my program she had been struggling with the all or nothing mentality kicking her butt post show and now she has been able to continue her positive habits from the food relationship healing program into and through her prep without cheating, sacrificing her sanity, or feeling like she let herself down. Her prep was not only the most successful but also the most nourishing as she mentions recognizing her needs and feeling connected to her choices which is a major focus we had when we started working together Jess encourages you to take the leap of faith and do this program too if you are struggling because it helped her after her last show, into this prep, and now with continued goals from here. She says is one of the most freeing things she has ever felt to not have any worry or concern about post-show anymore I am SOOO happy for her and excited for her continued success and hope to celebrate yours one day too! If you would like to learn more about the program she is referring to and apply please visit: www.celestial.fit/foodfreedom
Jenna is a fitness enthusiast and bikini competitor who wanted to show people that bodybuilding could be done in an empowering way.
When Jenna reached out to me it was because she was looking for support with her relationship with food, her body, and her goals. She says going through the program has given her "a new life, a new future". For ten years Jenna endured an eating disorder and went to traditional treatment for 2 years but really wanted to have support from someone who would help her focus on a solution rather than a problem. I still remember the first call with Jenna, before she was even a client, and I challenged her beliefs around her struggle with food and her identity as someone with an eating disorder. Since we started working together we focused on her personal development, self-love, and living a life rooted in her values so she could live out of intention rather than fear! Jenna has been such an amazing client to work with because she is receptive, committed, and communicative. She trusted me completely and we were able to work through challenges, limiting beliefs, perceptions, and needs together! While my program is not technically a replacement for treatment, nor is it for everyone (and I definitely won't work with you if I don't believe I can help you), it is an excellent program developed for athletes who want to fully transform their mindset with regard to their relationship with food. I made this program to combine mindfulness, psychology, and personal development in a way that supports my client regardless of what kind of nutrition or training protocol they are on, what season they are in, or what they may be doing from a surface level perspective. I have successfully supported women in prep, improvement season, and in lifestyle programs to overcome their food related struggles including but not limited to; guilt, shame, overeating, binge behavior, restriction, feeling the need to 'work off' or 'earn' food, perspective on 'good v bad' food, body loathing, and disconnect from goals (to name a few) I work with each client on an individual level to address their specific needs while we apply my PTG process through the Food Relationship Healing and Discovery Program Journal Whether you are following macros, a meal plan, a gut protocol, or intuitively eating--I know you are not immune to the struggles that can present in your relationship with food We will explore your life, mindset, beliefs, behaviors, and needs in an effort to move you into your ideal relationship with yourself and food. To learn more and apply to work with me please visit: celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/food-relationship-healing-and-discovery-program How Brandi Overcame Binge Eating and Made Peace with her Body without Sacrificing her Goals8/24/2020
Before Brandi reached out to me she had been dieting for a bikini competition but it was cancelled due to COVID. This led to a full day of binging and the beginning of a very challenging time for her. She used to rely on school and work to distract her from food so when she was stuck inside all day she was constantly surrounded by food and overwhelmed with shame and guilt about her relationship with food spiraling out of control week after week.
She hated not knowing why a switch flipped within her or how to switch it back so she could be at peace with food. On top of all this, she was beginning to feel very self-conscious in her own skin and not loving her body at all. Eventually, Brandi reached out to me in hopes I could help her without resorting to restrictive dieting. Of course! I told her my program is going to be all about her relationship with food, the mindset, behaviors, emotions, all of it. She knew this was exactly what she needed after having followed me for awhile and seen some of the testimonials from my clients. Brandi was an amazing client because she truly committed to the process the entire time. As she says in the video, this helped her to make more mindful decisions, question negative/limiting thoughts that came up around food, and realized she could let go of the labels and instead focus on how she felt and what the food she chose did for her body. She talks about figuring out the underlying reasons for her beliefs and how we worked together to dive into these beliefs, where they come from, and why she was putting so much pressure on herself. Part of our work together involved aligning her actions more deeply with her values. Brandi no longer feels the need to binge when she wants to have one treat. She is able to now know what she wants to eat, enjoy it, and move on as she recognizes the benefits to honoring herself and her desires. Brandi came to a place of acceptance with her choices, she no longer beats herself up, restricts, or spirals into binges. Brandi also made peace with her body in the process. Rather than fixating on stretch marks, cellulite, or size she has been able to celebrate all that her body has done for her and allows her to do. Brandi speaks to the program and shares that if you join this program, it is not about going away from your goals but rather increasing awareness around adherence. I am so grateful I had the opportunity to work with Brandi and I hope that her vulnerably sharing her story encourages you and inspires you to take action for yourself! Whether or not you choose to work with me in my program, I encourage you to get help if you are struggling with your relationship with food, your body, or your goals in any way. Of course, if you do feel inspired to work with me through my proven process and program you can learn more and apply now here: www.celestial.fit/foodfreedom While results like this cannot be promised, they can be celebrated!
Andrea came to me struggling with self-sabotaging behavior patterns One of those was emotional eating When she reached out to me, I felt so confident my Food Relationship Healing & Discovery Program would be perfect for her After she applied, we exchanged a few messages, & we both decided it was time for her to finally tackle & end these behaviors With that, conscious commitment to change is necessary Andrea dove head first into the PTG process which begins with a discovery phase in this program Upon digging into her choices, thoughts, beliefs, & current behaviors she had some really amazing AHA moments Within the 1st day she implemented the mealtime rituals & daily reflections & immediately felt a shift I personally see a shift happen in many of my clients the moment they invest in themselves & commit to working with me Although scary, doubtful, & worried that it won’t work—the nothing to lose & everything to gain attitude seems to get them in a place ready to let go & trust a new process! Many of them express that they have never truly gone into their relationship with food in the way I have them do it Of course this is because most of my clients are used to just dieting, falling off track & thinking the solution is will power or discipline, or they’re always just trying a new program or coach In my program, we go beyond surface level Because self-affect related issues such as your relationship with food, your body, & your goals—do not favor one program over another They can be experienced & endured no matter what program you’re on Because our relationship with food is not always about the food itself—even when it has been, there’s always some deeper rooted association or pattern that’s now been reinforced The approach I take with my clients is not about a diet, meal plan, or changing what you’re doing with your coach I’ve worked with women on macros, meal plans, & on restricted diets for medical or body function related issues (gut, allergies, culture, etc) You’re not alone & YOU ARE NOT A LOST CAUSE! Learn More about the Program and Apply now at: www.celestial.fit/foodfreedom While results like this cannot be promised, they can be celebrated! Andrea came to me struggling with self-sabotaging behavior patterns One of those was emotional eating When she reached out to me, I felt so confident my Food Relationship Healing & Discovery Program would be perfect for her After she applied, we exchanged a few messages, & we both decided it was time for her to finally tackle & end these behaviors With that, conscious commitment to change is necessary Andrea dove head first into the PTG process which begins with a discovery phase in this program Upon digging into her choices, thoughts, beliefs, & current behaviors she had some really amazing AHA moments Within the 1st day she implemented the mealtime rituals & daily reflections & immediately felt a shift I personally see a shift happen in many of my clients the moment they invest in themselves & commit to working with me Although scary, doubtful, & worried that it won’t work—the nothing to lose & everything to gain attitude seems to get them in a place ready to let go & trust a new process! Many of them express that they have never truly gone into their relationship with food in the way I have them do it Of course this is because most of my clients are used to just dieting, falling off track & thinking the solution is will power or discipline, or they’re always just trying a new program or coach In my program, we go beyond surface level Because self-affect related issues such as your relationship with food, your body, & your goals—do not favor one program over another They can be experienced & endured no matter what program you’re on Because our relationship with food is not always about the food itself—even when it has been, there’s always some deeper rooted association or pattern that’s now been reinforced The approach I take with my clients is not about a diet, meal plan, or changing what you’re doing with your coach I’ve worked with women on macros, meal plans, & on restricted diets for medical or body function related issues (gut, allergies, culture, etc) You’re not alone & YOU ARE NOT A LOST CAUSE! Learn More about the Program and Apply now at: www.celestial.fit/foodfreedom While results like this cannot be promised, they can be celebrated! Andrea came to me struggling with self-sabotaging behavior patterns One of those was emotional eating When she reached out to me, I felt so confident my Food Relationship Healing & Discovery Program would be perfect for her After she applied, we exchanged a few messages, & we both decided it was time for her to finally tackle & end these behaviors With that, conscious commitment to change is necessary Andrea dove head first into the PTG process which begins with a discovery phase in this program Upon digging into her choices, thoughts, beliefs, & current behaviors she had some really amazing AHA moments Within the 1st day she implemented the mealtime rituals & daily reflections & immediately felt a shift I personally see a shift happen in many of my clients the moment they invest in themselves & commit to working with me Although scary, doubtful, & worried that it won’t work—the nothing to lose & everything to gain attitude seems to get them in a place ready to let go & trust a new process! Many of them express that they have never truly gone into their relationship with food in the way I have them do it Of course this is because most of my clients are used to just dieting, falling off track & thinking the solution is will power or discipline, or they’re always just trying a new program or coach In my program, we go beyond surface level Because self-affect related issues such as your relationship with food, your body, & your goals—do not favor one program over another They can be experienced & endured no matter what program you’re on Because our relationship with food is not always about the food itself—even when it has been, there’s always some deeper rooted association or pattern that’s now been reinforced The approach I take with my clients is not about a diet, meal plan, or changing what you’re doing with your coach I’ve worked with women on macros, meal plans, & on restricted diets for medical or body function related issues (gut, allergies, culture, etc) You’re not alone & YOU ARE NOT A LOST CAUSE! Learn More about the Program and Apply now at: www.celestial.fit/foodfreedom |
Celeste Rains-Turk
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