Confessions of a Bikini Pro Podcast

SARAH COBEAN; Cutting Weeds for Coaching, Ignoring Body's Needs, Nailing the Look, Body Image Acceptance on Prep, and Training Split Design

11/7/2019

Host, Celeste Rains-Turk, interviews Sarah Cobean, full time periodontal therapist for a nationally ranked cosmetic dentist who specializes in physiologic based neuromuscular dentistry. This athlete was born and raised in St. Clair Michigan and currently lives in Royal Oak Michigan. She has always been passionate about fitness and today we get to hear more of that.

Tune in to hear about Sarah's journey to competing, how she overcomes stage fright, what she does to step into her confidence, and why she loves bodybuilding. Sarah shares how she has embraced her body in every season. She also opens up about how to cut costs competing and what she did to afford her first trainer.

Sarah discusses what she has to do to mentally shift into the mindset of competing, following her diet 100% and bringing her conditioning in until her body told her it is time to call it quits and she didn't listen.

She shares how letting herself take the time off allowed her to bring her best look to stage and finally earn her pro card.

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NICOLE ENGMAN; Addiction & Grief, Embracing Stretch Marks and Tummy Tuck Scars, Building Muscle, Pro Benefits, Avoiding Burnout, & Loving the Lifestyle

11/1/2019

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In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk, connects with Nicole Engman, a 35 year old administrative assistant for career and technical education for Alpine school district who is married to a professional bodybuilder, mom to two boys, and who went pro at her 19th competition.

Tune in to hear how Nicole and her husband overcame many challenges from losing her brother to addiction to grieving other family members and pets. Nicole vulnerably shares her perspective on addiction and those who suffer.

Nicole shares how she has been able to fall in love with bodybuilding, how she got into lifting, what she did to build so much muscle, and how she has been able to avoid burnout.

She also talks about how she was able to begin embracing her body after having two 10lb babies that left her with stretch marks all over her body. Nicole talks about getting a tummy tuck, looking past the scars, and putting a bikini on for the first time.

Nicole talks about what it is like to be married to a professional bodybuilder, how their kids feel about the sport, and what kind of judgement she has moved through from others by going within and looking at her own judgement.

Connect with Nicole: https://www.instagram.com/liftinmomma/

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To Listen to the other podcast Celeste mentions, 'Twenty Dollars' you can visit: https://www.jeremycastrofoundation.org/about-1

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ABBY BALL; Totem Poll Mindset, Borrowing Belief from Your Coach, Social Anxiety on Prep, Self-Validation, Skewed Body Image, and Finding a Good Recovery Team

10/25/2019

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In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk, sits down with Abby Ball, a small town girl from Illinois who now lives in Arizona as a full time personal trainer and nutrition coach who is passionate about competing and helping others achieve goals they never imagined were possible.

Abby tells us why she loves the idea of being at the bottom of the totem poll, why she is taking a break right now, how she got into competing, what her big why is, and what she does for recovery and how it has made a difference in her competing.

We also discuss ways to overcome bad body image days, what she recommends competitors be prepared for when it comes to prep and social anxiety, how she was able to turn her self-doubt around, and how much of a privilege competing is.

Abby also breaks down what she does for recovery and how you can find someone who can help you or the various treatments that might be good and tips to identifying the right person for the job.

Tune in to hear more about Abby's perspective, approach to reverse dieting, and her advice for newbies and future pros.

Connect with Abby: https://www.instagram.com/ballstothewallfit/

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HANNAH FRITZ; Detaching from the Outcome, Diet Changes, Fighting Genetics, Your Success is not Defined by Your Placing

10/18/2019

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In this episode, Host Celeste Rains-Turk, speaks with Hannah Fritz, a 21 year old foodie who earned her pro card at USAs this past 2019 show. She is a student at the University of Texas studying Finance and MIS. She is a posing coach in her area and online

Tune in to hear Hannah tell us what mindset shifts helped her to make it through a rough season start to earn her pro card. Hannah shares with us what her thought process was heading into every show and why becoming a pro was so exciting for her.

We talk about how there is no need to rush into getting your pro card, how stress can cause our bodies to freak out with food, and why it is so important to detach from the outcome and have no expectations.

Hannah tells us what she did to bring her legs down, how her coach (and boyfriend) changed her entire diet, what she does to manage her time and what lessons she has learned from the season that led her to her pro card.

Hannah also talks to us about making time to pose, paying attention to what your coach says, and her ultimate goals as a pro.

To connect with Hannah visit:
https://www.instagram.com/hannahfritzz/

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On Demand Mindset Coaching for Competitors Now Exists!, Event Recap, Am I Getting my Master's Degree?

10/17/2019

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In this minisode, host Celeste Rains-Turk invites listeners into the very first (and only) On Demand Mindset Coaching for Competitors Membership Platform.

She also dives into a recap of the first ever Build More than Just a Body LIVE Event highlighting the transformations which occurred and the amazingly generous sponsors.

Celeste even talks about her own personal endeavor and commitment to continuing her education as she pursues her Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with goals of gaining licensure, hosting her own group therapy retreats, and maybe even having her own recovery centers for competitors or fitness enthusiasts.

She is doing this to amplify and further the work she already does with competitors helping them make peace with food, their body, and their goals.

To learn more about Celeste, her programs, or even get some of her freebies visit: www.celestial.fit

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ON DEMAND MINDSET COACHING PLATFORM FOR COMPETITORS HERE: https://celeste-rainsturk.clickfunnels.com/on-demand-mindset-coaching-for-competitors

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JUDITH DICKER; Living with 1 Lung, Fighter's Mindset, Why is Prep Any Different than Life?, Gaining Body Confidence, Posing Tips, Nutrient Timing Coming to America, and Going Pro Strategy

10/11/2019

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In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk has an in depth and inspiring conversation with Judith Dicker, a married mom of 2 who works as a fitness trainer and online competition prep coach. She has a passion for taking people from miserable metabolisms and strict diets to getting in the best shape of their lives and making sure all the aspects of competing are covered from fitness and nutrition to hair and makeup. She is also working in the financial services industry and has grown her own business doing so. After losing a lung she found her passion for fitness against the odds.

Tune in to hear about Judith's incredible journey through life, athletics, fighting against the odds, competing, and earning pro status. Judith opens up about how she has developed a fighter's mentality, what she does every week to improve her mindset, and how she overcame losing a lung.

Judith also discusses the importance of listening to your body, loving your body, making confidence a priority, and protecting your metabolism. She answers some questions submitted by listeners like fixing awkward hands when posing, perfecting arms during the walk, process changes as show day approaches, diet staples, nutrient timing, and much more.

She tells us of the warning signs and common causes of metabolic damage and how she combats this.

Judith also shares what type of training she is doing, how she views weigh ins, what she has her clients do to improve how they feel about themselves, and her approach to coaching

She even shares her story about why she left South Africa, what life was like before her health suffered from having a lung removed and how this shifted her perspective on life.

Judith even shares the strategy she took on to maximize on her road to pro.

To Connect with Judith:
https://www.instagram.com/judith_ifbbpro/
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To Connect with Celeste:
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LAURIN CONLIN; Is the Bikini Division Attainable?, Research on IIFYM & Meal Plans, Genetics in Physique Sports

10/4/2019

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In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Laurin Conlin, athlete and coach who has a Masters Degree in Exercise Science. You will probably recognize her name and her voice as she is the Cohost of Redefine Healthy Radio, Team Locofit Roundtable, and the Unglamorous Life Podcast. She founded Team LocoFit to provide quality coaching that puts the clients long term interests first with an educated, evidence based approach to all matters.

Tune in to hear why Laurin has taken time away from the stage and how she is making the most of her offseason. She opens up about what she is doing with her nutrition, answers some questions from the audience, and explains her reasoning behind taking time off.

Laurin talks to us about the research she conducted while earning her Masters Degree as well as her continued research.

We talk about the influence of genetics in physique sports, how important the time post-show is and the way your genetics can influence what happens post-show, and overall mindset with competing.

Laurin and I even get a little heated about all the people who say bikini is very attainable and anyone can do it.

You don't want to miss this one

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https://www.instagram.com/laurinconlin/
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SARAH LAW; LET'S GET WOO WOO, SKIN & HAIR CARE, LEARNING A PRO POSING ROUTINE LAST MINUTE, ORTHOREXIA, MIRACLE MORNING ROUTINE

9/27/2019

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In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk, sits down with Sarah Law who began her competing journey in August 2018 after being challenged by a friend to compete. As soon as she began she was hooked and has loved every second. Sarah spent her 20's as a pro Dancer working in musical theater and has always loved to challenge herself.

She has been part of Team Elite Physique under the guidance of Adam Bonilla since April 2019 - after being in the overall finals 3 times this year Sarah gained her pro card in Portugal in July as a 38yr old competitor in the open bikini category because in Europe they don't offer pro cards for masters. She is so excited about the future as a pro and her purpose is to inspire others to believe anything is possible if you commit, believe and go all in with your heart.

Tune in to hear us chat about her journey to the pro stage and how she learned her pro routine in less than 24 hours. She tells us about her vision boards, journaling, daily mindset routines, and actions she took that she believes helped her to achieve the ultimate. She literally gives away all her mindset tricks. She shares what kind of training she does and why she believes there should be no deprivation in achieving fitness goals. Sarah talks to us about her own philosophies and how to find something sustainable and enjoyable.

Sarah opens up about her past with Orthorexia and how it impacted her life and her family. She explains how fitness and bodybuilding really saved her life and has allowed her to have a better relationship with food. And all things mindset and skincare!

Sarah gives us an inside look at exactly what kind of products are best for our skin and scalp health. She gives us the list of ingredients to avoid, the ones to buy, and how she has been able to bring life back to her skin. Sarah tells us about the science behind these decisions as well.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahlawuk/
Links: linktr.ee/sarahlawuk

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ANGELA WHITE; 'Just One More', Depression, Divorce, Stretch Marks, New Olympia Qualification Series, & Pro Mindset

9/20/2019

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In this episode Celeste Rains-Turk speaks with Angela White, a mother, Coach, and the Manager of Team Fit Body Fusion who strives to inspire women to always reach their full potential and to do it without fear! Her purpose is to show women that we are stronger than we believe and anything is possible if we have the courage to go after it.

Tune in to hear us talk about some very real subjects like depression, divorce, and motherhood. Angela talks about how her son was diagnosed with Autism during her season, what helped her overcome depression, and why she and her husband are getting a divorce.

Angela and I talk about the new way she changed her suit based on judge feedback, the new Olympia Qualification Series, and why you don't always have to change so drastically to go from almost pro to Pro and Overall Winner.

She tells us how she hides stretch marks, what her feedback was after her pro debut where she placed 9th, how her mindset has changed since becoming a pro, and what it is like to be manager of FBF.

We get into mental health, making conscious choices and changes, reaching out for help, and giving yourself time.

This episode was full of so much of our day to day realities and I am excited to hear all your feedback! Tag us on Instagram with your thoughts and please rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite streaming platform!

Connect with Angela:
https://www.instagram.com/xoangelafit/
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HANA DEVORE; SARMs and THC?, Why Come Back to the Sport after 3 Years Off, Hormone Imbalances, Life Outside of Competing, Long-Distance Relationships, & Inside Scoop from Sandy Williamson

9/13/2019

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In this episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk brings on Hana Devore, who had competed years ago but stepped away from the stage to focus on other aspects of life and her health. Now she is back in the game bringing a very real perspective to her followers about the industry, she is a food and beverage marketing manager from LA who recently moved to NY and is a member of Team Fit Body Fusion.

Tune in to hear Hana expand on why she is coming back to the sport after 3 years off as a 'Jaded' bikini girl Hana talks to us about why it is different now, what she is going to do to make sure her body stays healthy and happy, and how her mindset about prep is different now.

She opens up about her choice to use SARMs and how she has played with certain substances that many in the bikini world are familiar with. She breaks down why she did it, when she does it, and why she stopped doing it for this prep. Hana talks to us about what the judges are really looking for with some insight straight from Sandy Williamson.

During her time off, Hana advanced her career, focused on her health, and shares with us how she was able to create a balanced lifestyle for herself after competing. She also talks to us about what it was like to be in a long-distance relationship and what they did and do to make it work when her boyfriend is away.

Hana shares what she does to make traveling on prep easy, the weirdest prep food she has ever eaten (it is seriously so weird lol), and how she uses THC on prep.

Hana even shares exactly what Sandy Williamson told her and her coach when she was preparing to come back to the stage so she knew what the look was they were going to be rewarding more, she may even drop a name ;)

To Connect with Hana visit:
https://www.instagram.com/hana_devore/
https://linktr.ee/hana_devore (for more links and the hormone info referenced)

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SARAH COBEAN; Cutting Weeds for Coaching, Ignoring Body's Needs, Nailing the Look, Body Image Acceptance on Prep, and Training Split Design

NICOLE ENGMAN; Addiction & Grief, Embracing Stretch Marks and Tummy Tuck Scars, Building Muscle, Pro Benefits, Avoiding Burnout, & Loving the Lifestyle

ABBY BALL; Totem Poll Mindset, Borrowing Belief from Your Coach, Social Anxiety on Prep, Self-Validation, Skewed Body Image, and Finding a Good Recovery Team

HANNAH FRITZ; Detaching from the Outcome, Diet Changes, Fighting Genetics, Your Success is not Defined by Your Placing

On Demand Mindset Coaching for Competitors Now Exists!, Event Recap, Am I Getting my Master's Degree?

JUDITH DICKER; Living with 1 Lung, Fighter's Mindset, Why is Prep Any Different than Life?, Gaining Body Confidence, Posing Tips, Nutrient Timing Coming to America, and Going Pro Strategy

LAURIN CONLIN; Is the Bikini Division Attainable?, Research on IIFYM & Meal Plans, Genetics in Physique Sports

SARAH LAW; LET'S GET WOO WOO, SKIN & HAIR CARE, LEARNING A PRO POSING ROUTINE LAST MINUTE, ORTHOREXIA, MIRACLE MORNING ROUTINE

ANGELA WHITE; 'Just One More', Depression, Divorce, Stretch Marks, New Olympia Qualification Series, & Pro Mindset

HANA DEVORE; SARMs and THC?, Why Come Back to the Sport after 3 Years Off, Hormone Imbalances, Life Outside of Competing, Long-Distance Relationships, & Inside Scoop from Sandy Williamson

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