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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MALLORY ENNIS; Bodybuilding and Family, Consistency over Perfection, Faith Always
In today’s episode, I sit down with IFBB Pro Mallory Ennis — a mom, business owner, and women’s online wellness coach with a powerful story of resilience and faith. Mallory began competing in 2014, stepping on stage 10–15 times in just two seasons before taking an eight-year break to get married and start her family. She and her husband returned to the stage together in 2023, and in 2025, Mallory earned her Pro card at North Americans, just months after her husband earned his.
Her journey is full of perspective, healing, and honesty, and I know so many women will see themselves in her story.
TOPICS COVERED
-Recovering from an eating disorder
-Being married to a competitor
-Returning to the stage after years away
-Setting an example for your kids
-The value of having a committed coach
-Advice for new moms
-Walking in faith
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TIME STAMPS
1:00 introduction
5:24 bikini now versus then
8:17 living the lifestyle
13:50 challenges competing with your spouse
18:03 benefits of bodybuilding in regular life
25:33 overcoming disordered eating
28:17 growing in improvement season
32:05 finally going Pro
37:45 her approach to coaching
43:00 coming back to stage after having kids
48:00 is bodybuilding selfish?
53:15 consistency over perfection
56:39 faith in god
64:28 advice for competitors
