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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TAYLOR CROWELL; Dead Last to Olympia, Humanize the Hard, Is it a Fluke?, Love your Evolution, Competitor Things

TAYLOR CROWELL; Dead Last to Olympia, Humanize the Hard, Is it a Fluke?, Love your Evolution, Competitor Things

November 28, 20251 min read

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In today’s episode, I sit down with IFBB Pro Taylor Crowell, an online coach, and all-around bodybuilding lover. She has spent the last several years learning, growing, and evolving through every phase of this sport — from the stage to the off-season and everything in between. Her mission is to help others experience that same kind of growth—physically, mentally, and emotionally. She is all about finding the balance between the grit and the glam, showing up with intention, and leading from the front as both an athlete and a coach.

TOPICS COVERED

-low placings do not dictate your future

-developing grit

-building relationships

-goals for the off season

-losing more than you win

-imposter syndrome

-have fun

-focus on longevity

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Website:http://www.celestial.fit

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CONNECT WITH TAYLOR:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tcrowellfit/

TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

4:40 getting engaged

8:17 being a competitive dancer

13:26 handling injuries

18:40 developing character

24:30 having a support system

30:19 dealing with low placings

35:48 building in the off season

46:00 it takes time

52:00 sharing the journey

57:17 thrill of the chase

64:44 making it to the Olympia

82:30 what’s next for coaching

89:18 advice for competitors

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