The Confessions of a Bikini Pro Podcast was established in May of 2018 as the first and only place where IFBB Bikini Pros share their struggles, strategies, stories, insights, and advice in a real, raw, and vulnerable setting. Host, Celeste Rains-Turk, dives into the parts of these professionals' lives that aren't always openly discussed in the public eye or on social media (You know, the stuff we tend to wonder about the most).
The goal of this podcast is to educate, inspire, and remind other competitors, athletes, or the average gym goer that even the most elite professionals face hardships, health problems, mental obstacles, and other adversities.
There are a wide range of topics discussed including, but DEFINITELY NOT limited to; post-show rebound, health complications, eating disorders, mental illnesses, winning mindset, dealing with losses, judges feedback, approaches to the stage, life outside of competing, money, relationships, philosophy, pursuing passions, and SO MUCH MORE!
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MARISKA PRETORIUS; Body Image, Food Intentions, Abuse & Losing the Will to Live, Do the Division you Love
In today’s episode, I chat with IFBB Pro Mariska Pretorius, who began competing in 2017 and earned her Pro card in 2019. Since then, she has competed all over the world in the Pro League. Based in South Africa, Mariska offers online training, nutrition, and posing services to clients around the globe.
We talk about the highs and lows of her journey, including managing illness, overcoming relationship challenges, and learning to grow through image struggles. Mariska shares her mindset as a competitor, the importance of a solid support system, and how finding the right coach has made all the difference. This is a powerful conversation about resilience, self-worth, and the drive to keep pushing forward.
TOPICS COVERED
-Dealing with illness
-Relationship challenges with bodybuilding
-Image issues and personal growth
-Choosing the right coach
-Bodybuilding mindset
-Having a support system
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TIME STAMPS
1:00 introduction
3:30 finding bodybuilding
9:36 learning from improvement season
15:36 focusing on nutrition for growth
22:55 removing foods to change cravings
30:00 cooking during prep
32:05 the importance of routine
37:37 life outside of bodybuilding
43:47 leaving an unhealthy relationship
56:35 giving your all
62:22 competing internationally
65:55 choosing the right division
77:17 advice for competitors
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