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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ZOEY ST. JOHN; Bodybuilding in Your 20’s, Natural Red Head to Blonde, Giving Yourself Grace Post-Show
In today’s episode, I chat with IFBB Pro Zoey St. John, a rising star and natural athlete who made her mark in the NPC before earning her Pro card. Zoey took the overall titles at the 2024 Natural Ohio and 2024 Northcoast Championships, and went on to win the Overall at the 2025 Pittsburgh to earn her spot in the IFBB.
Zoey is a lifelong athlete with a background in volleyball, track, dance, cheer, and softball. Introduced to bodybuilding by her father, who competed in the 90s, she shares how the sport has shaped her physically, mentally, and emotionally.
We dive into her experience with disordered eating, the pressure to do everything perfectly, and how working with a therapist helped her redefine her relationship with food, fitness, and self-worth. Zoey brings refreshing honesty about competing naturally, finding your identity beyond the stage, and giving yourself grace through every phase.
TOPICS COVERED
-Disordered eating habits and mental health
-The importance of eating enough food
-Letting go of the all-or-nothing mindset
-Prioritizing recovery and rest
-Identity outside of bodybuilding
-Competing naturally in the NPC and IFBB
-Tools for self-awareness and grace
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TIME STAMPS
1:00 introduction
5:10 making gains early on
7:30 balancing the sport with friendships
9:58 working with a therapist
14:27 relationship with her parents
19:40 loving the sport
26:05 having supper going into Pittsburg
28:20 her road to Pro
34:11 tools to support mental health
37:55 being a natural competitor
43:10 plans for the future
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