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PODCAST

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

Celeste Rains-Turk

The Confessions of a Bikini Pro Podcast is the only place where IFBB bikini pros share their struggles, strategies, stories, insights, and advice in a real, raw, and vulnerable setting. The goal of this podcast is to educate, inspire, and remind other competitors, athletes, or the every day gym goer that even the most elite professionals face hardships, health problems, mental obstacles, and other adversities. All show notes, time stamps, links, and information can be found on this page, just

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01:17:52

COACH ADAM ATKINSON; Bikini vs Fit Mode, Prep...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2025/01/17

Today I speak with Coach Adam Atkinson, owner of See You Later Leaner, and my coach since 2022! Adam helps athletes build prep into their life instead of building their life around prep. Adam has been on the podcast before talking about inner health. But today’s episode is an update about the current climate of bodybuilding and my 2025 season. TOPICS COVERED -natural NPC shows -Fit Model divisions -choosing the right approach for you -making decisions for each athlete -committing to personal

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01:50:28

EMILY REBER; What I Look Like is None of my Business,...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2025/01/10

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Emily Reber from Memphis, Tennessee. Emily started competing in 2019 and earned her Pro card at 2024 Junior Nationals. She graduated with her MBA in 2021 & moved to Pensacola, FL where she currently works as a medical sales rep & online coach! She grew up in a fitness-forward family and knew she wanted to be a professional bodybuilder since she was 5. Emily is passionate about this sport, her professional career, and using her God-given skills to bring light to

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01:20:10

KALEY HOUDYSHELL; Fashion Model to Muscle Building,...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2025/01/03

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Kaley Houdyshell. After moving to California in 2015 with little to no experience in bodybuilding, she fell in love after her first show and went on to earn my pro card at Universe in 2019 placing first. She is a bikini, wellness, an posing coach and is building her team. She wants to empower other ladies to find their inner confidence and be that beam a light! Kaley is currently planning her return to stage after 3 years away! TOPICS COVERED -advocating against

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01:25:15

LILIANA SAKHANOVA; Feeling your Feelings, Building a...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/12/27

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Liliana Sakhanova, born in Kazakhstan, who moved to Sweden from Russia by at the age of 9. Before bodybuilding, she was a ballet dancer and figure skater. She is a full time online coach and posing coach who helps competitors and lifestyle clients to achieve their goals. She stated her bodybuilding journey in the IFBB Elite and won Swedish Nationals in 2019, earning her Pro card in 2021 in Finland after only four shows! She made her Pro debut in 2022 in Las Vegas

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01:03:15

ASHLEY KALTWASSER; IFBB Professional with the Most...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/12/20

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Ashley Kaltwasser. With 50 IFBB Pro wins, she is the most winning Pro of all time and has won the title of Ms. Bikini Olympia three times, which is also a record. She also placed second at the 2024 Olympia, 10 years after winning her first title as a rookie Olympian! Ashley is also a coach for Team Elite Physique and it the co-host of Bikini and the Brain podcast. She travels the world competing and giving seminars, always giving back to the sport! TOPICS COVERED

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16:20

Thank You, Podcast Goals Update, Bikini Division...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/12/13

On today’s episode, I’d like to take a minute to reflect on this year in podcasting and talk about what’s in the future for 2025. There have been so many changes over the past year for me, both personally and professionally, I’m excited for what is in store in the new year! TOPICS COVERED -spotlighting women in bodybuilding -upcoming changes -setting achievable goals -expanding my reach -speaking and traveling -sharing a range of stories -prioritizing your relationship with food CONNECT WITH

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01:09:59

BREE BURTON; Pro Card to Near Death, Relationship...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/12/06

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Bree Burton, a mother, wife, & business owner. She is a licensed massage therapist, NASM certified personal trainer & NASM physique & bodybuilding coach, who also offers posing. She first started competing in 2021 and earned her Pro card at her 9th show and first national show at 2023 USAs. After taking a long improvement season, she is looking ahead to her Pro debut in 2025! TOPICS COVERED -being self-coached -dealing with emotions from a first prep to now

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01:30:33

STEPHANIE ORTIZ; Emotional Regulation & Awareness,...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/11/29

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Stephanie Ortiz a 38-year-old mom and dog mom. She’s a health & fitness coach passionate about inspiring and empowering women through health, fitness, and self-love. She started competing in 2023 where she won her class at her first show, qualifying for her first national show. She then earned her Pro card at 2024 NPC Universe in Masters 35+. She and her husband own an online clothing store for bodybuilding athletes and enthusiasts called Muscle Strong PR. TOPICS

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01:07:22

CARRIE GALLIC; Abuse and Substance Use to Freedom and...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/11/22

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Carrie Gallic, a coach, gym owner, posing coach and mom of 6! Fitness has been an integral part of her life since childhood. After nurturing that passion for decades, she turned my focus toward competing after her 5th child. In 2021, I reached her ultimate goal by winning her Pro Card with a Masters’ victory in Pittsburgh! She is a woman of faith, fitness, fashion and beautiful aesthetics. She has been a licensed aesthetician sense 2007. TOPICS COVERED -her start

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01:05:14

ARISDELSY CUEVAS; One Life and One Body, Holistic...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/11/15

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Arisdelsy Cuevas, an online fitness coach who predominantly helps women live a healthy lifestyle so they look and feel their best. She has been competing for 6 years and won her Pro card at NPC Nationals in 2023. She lives in Las Vegas and is currently prepping for her pro debut! TOPICS COVERED -how she became a Pro -beginnings in bodybuilding -longevity and biohacking -being a former cheerleader -nailing improvement season -holistic health in bodybuilding

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01:10:31

JAZZY GONZALEZ; 3rd in the World, Undermining...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/11/08

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Jasmine Gonzalez, a United States Marine who served 6 year active duty. In 2017, she earned her Pro card in last year of service transitioning from military to bikini pro. She qualified for her first Olympia in 2019, placing 9th. Between 2022 and 2023, she took a year a way from the stage to focus on her mental health. She qualified for the 2024 Olympia after winning the Atlanta Pro, and finally achieved redemption after winning third in the world at the 2024

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01:18:28

MARIA ACOSTA; 7th in the World, Food is your Friend,...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/11/01

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Maria Acosta, who just placed 7th at the 2024 Ms. Bikini Olympia at her debut! She is from Venezuela, where she started her bodybuilding journey 12 years ago, before coming to the USA to follow her dreams. She earned her Pro card at 2021 North Americans and now with 29 shows under her belt, she has accomplished so much as an athlete and a coach! TOPICS COVERED -mindset -don’t compare yourself -overcoming bulimia and anorexia -shifting your mindset -fixing your

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01:27:18

CARLY LAMBERTS; Cranial Surgery, Superior Canal...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/10/25

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Carly Lamberts who has been competing since 2019 and has competed in 210 shows. She earned her Pro card in 2024 at NPC Universe. Outside of competing, she is a wife to another bodybuilder and dog mom to two corgis. She works full time in sales for Red Bull Distribution and as a posing coach. She shares how bodybuilding impacted the trajectory of her life, from trying to shrink herself to be happy to building her dream body and finding confidence, leaving a toxic

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01:17:55

[REPLAY] LAURALIE CHAPADOS; No Regrets, Leaving...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/10/18

For today’s episode, I wanted to do something a little different! In honor of the 2024 Olympia that took place last weekend, I am sharing my interview with our new Ms. Bikini Olympia, Lauralie Chapados. This interview took place after her second place win at the 2018 Olympia, after she crushed her 2018 season. When this episode was recorded she was prepping for the Arnold Classic and next heads to the Arnold Australia. TOPICS COVERED -struggles as an amateur with finances -working to earn a

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01:51:30

AJ MYLES; Practical Mental Health Tools, Self-Worth &...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/10/11

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro AJ Myles, a 25-year-old full Canadian Pro who has been a full time online coach since 2021. She began competing in 2018, and has competed in 6 shows and earned her Pro card at the 2024 Toronto Pro Qualifier. AJ is an advocate of defining your own balance in bodybuilding in order to stoke your passion and foster longevity in the sport. TOPICS COVERED -overcoming anxiety -abusive relationships -living life & finding your own balance -doing what makes you happy

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01:18:34

SELINA STANSBURY; Developing Confidence, Meal Plans...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/10/04

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Selina Stansbury, a nurse practitioner who found fitness over 6 years ago. She competed in her first show in November of 2019 and earned her Pro card at her 6th national show at 2024 Universe. Since then, she has done two Pro shows in 2024. She runs her own business as a health and fitness coach, supporting lifestyle and competition transformations. TOPICS COVERED -mental health and anxiety -posting on social media -coaching her husband -the real end goal

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01:14:10

ALLEGRA BROWN; Intentional Training, Improvement...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/09/27

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Allegra Brown, a sister, daughter, wife and a dog mama. She started competing in bikini in 2019 and has placed from the sea of 16 to 1st place at Nationals. She earned her Pro card at 2024 USAs. I love spending time with my family and my fur baby, hanging out on the lake and enjoying good vibes! TOPICS COVERED -importance of feedback -being comfortable in the uncomfortable -reversing into shows -training with intensity and slowing things down -working on recovery

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01:13:55

GILLIAN HUGHES; 19 Year Road To Pro, Winning...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/09/20

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Gillian Hughes, owner of Momshell Method Fitness who has been competing since 2005 and was one of the first athletes to compete nationally in the NPC when they introduced the bikini division in 2009. After a few short breaks to have her children and go thorough some life changes, she earned her Pro card at 2024 Master’s Nationals at the age of 43. She also has a podcast with her best friend and fellow Momshell coach Mandy called "Bikinis After Babies”. TOPICS

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01:12:18

JOANNA BOLT; 90's Bodybuilding, 60 in a Bikini,...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/09/13

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Joanna Bolt, a lifelong athlete and full time registered nurse at UT Southwestern in Dallas working with a surgeon in the head & neck cancer clinic. Joanna began competing in 1992 but took many years off before she started competing in Figure in 2005. She won her Pro card in a natural federation in 2010 before taking another hiatus until 2023. She won her IFBB Pro card at 2024 Universe in the over 60 age group. She lives with her best friend, who also happens to be

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01:23:02

SHARLA PETERSON; Bikini Competitor to Wheelchair...

Confessions of a Bikini Pro ·

2024/09/06

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Sharla Peterson who went from bikini division to women’s bodybuilding division by accident. A lifetime fitness guru from teaching aerobics at age 16 to Reebok National Aerobics championship at age 19. She has 5 kids from ages 27 to 12. At age 51, she decided to start competing in bikini and finally do what she always wanted to do but never had the courage or discipline. She placed first at Arnold Amateur and first at Wheelchair Nationals where I earned her pro

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