In today’s episode, I sit down with three-time guest IFBB Pro Lauren Adams, founder of Ascend With Us, a brand focused on posing, glam, backstage prep, and physique coaching. Lauren began competing in 2014, earned her Pro card at USAs in 2019, and is now preparing to return to the stage after a two-year break.

We have a raw, honest conversation about her experience healing from narcissistic abuse, how she’s learning to prioritize herself, and the importance of setting strong personal boundaries. Lauren also shares her insight on changes in the bikini division, her evolution as both an athlete and coach, and how she’s navigating life and business in this new chapter.

TOPICS COVERED

-Leaving a toxic relationship

Recognizing narcissistic traits

-Healing and taking accountability

-Changes in her approach to prep

-Balancing coaching, business, and boundaries

-Shifts in the bikini division and the rise of Fit Model

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TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

4:10 leaving a toxic relationship

13:40 spotting a narcissist 

19:20 personality disorders versus mood disorders

25:35 red flags in dating

39:55 taking accountability

42:36 returning to the stage

50:56 differences from past preps

55:15 the introduction of Fit Model

57:55 regulating your energy

61:08 balancing business and boundaries

66:30 relationships with sponsors

71:15 balancing life outside of bodybuilding

80:01 handling speaking engagements 

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