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Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries094: Do You Need Balance To Be Happy? with Gina ScafoglioGina Scafoglio started her Competition journey in 2017. She spent a lot of time coaching herself until she decided one day it was time to get a coach. In 2019 she obtained her IFBB Pro card. Shortly after she quit her job and began coaching full time, following her passions. Competing can be a lonely journey. Gina experienced this when she moved to a new place. After stepping off stage when receiving her pro card she didn't have the excitement she had imagined. It was that very moment that made her realize that it was time she needed to...2020-03-2459 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries093: Corona Virus, Now What?Corona Virus Now What? In this episode I give my advice on what positive things you can be doing during the Corona Virus. I also share some NPC/IFBB Updates.   "Use the code, "Bikinidiaries" for 10% off your purchase at angelcompetitionbikinis.comand don't forget to order your free sample kit HERE!!! Bikini Stop Store: Merchandise on all things bikini  -----> MyBikiniStop Join the Bikini Diaries Facebook Group Bikini Diaries The Highest Quality of competition tanning product protanusa.comUse code bikinidiaries for 20% of your next orde...2020-03-1718 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries092:Live Life in The Present, Tomorrow Isn't a Guarantee with Weezie OwensANGEL Bikini Posing Suit GIVEAWAY !!! Enter Giveaway Here! Weezie; determined, red headed and extremely full of energy. She has been competing since age 42 and is now 48 years old. She received her procard in 2016 at North Americans Masters Pro. She’s a mother of one beautiful daughter who she calls her minime.    In this episode we “talk bikini”, from tanning disasters to changing coaches, and being a redhead on stage. Weezie has experienced so much in the IFBB. Her energy is infectious and she will most certainly give you a different perspective of competing, making t...2020-02-181h 24Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries091:Tapping Into What Will Make You A Strong Competitor with Katie KopfleUnfortunately, it's not always a smooth ride in this sport. Sometimes you will meet tough obstacles fiercely glaring at you with a huge banner bearing "quit" message. At such times, all you need to do is go tougher. Tougher than those obstacles. When you do that, your chances are quite high that you will conquer. Such a conqueror is Katie Kopfle.  Katie Kopfle is a NASM certified personal trainer as well as a certified Women's Fitness Specialist. With years of experience in coaching and training, Katie extends the same knowledge to Katie's Ladies, a team of girls t...2020-02-111h 04Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries090: Why Competing Is So HardANGEL Bikini Posing Suit GIVEAWAY !!! Enter Giveaway Here! In this solo episode I am going to tell you exactly why competing is so hard and ways that you can overcome this way of thinking. This is totally a way of thinking and you can rewire your brain into believing that the prep experience is fun and easy, Take a listen to find out how. "Use the code, "Bikinidiaries" for 10% off your purchase at angelcompetitionbikinis.com and don't forget to order your free sample kit HERE!!! Bikini Stop Store: Merchandise on all things bikini 2020-02-0420 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries089: Everything You Need To Know About Competition Suits with CEO of Angel Competition Bikinis Karah JonesANGEL Bikini Posing Suit GIVEAWAY !!! Enter Giveaway Here! In this episode I had the privilege of interviewing the CEO of Angel competition bikinis. We discuss what the best bikini suit bottoms are for the stage. We also discuss what connectors are trending, the best crystals for making your suit look amazing on stage, and how to make sure your suit is the perfect fit. Want my guide on choosing the perfect suit color for the stage  ----> DOWNLOAD NOW: GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE PERFECT SUIT COLOR FOR THE STAGE2020-01-311h 03Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries088: Education Will Help You To Find a Healthy Relationship With Food with Aria AdamyJoin the Bikini Diaries Facebook Group Bikini Diaries When you set out to count macros, you most likely have a goal that you're seeking to achieve at the end of it all. This could be you want to gain more muscle, lose weight, or just want to feel more energized. But let's be honest. Sometimes binging comes knocking when you least expect it. If that happens, what should you do? Should you be militant about the macro counting process or should you just indulge? Let's find out.    In this episode, we sit down wi...2020-01-281h 15Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries087: Optimal Health and Performance Through Chiropractic Practice with Sabrina and Slye SosaHave you ever gone to the doctors due to an injury and your doctor's quick solution was to take some kind of medication? Have you ever wanted to take a holistic approach to your recovery or healthcare? if so, Then this episode is one for you! We do a deep dive on the benefits of using chiropractic care. We discuss the different services and methods chiropractors use to help with injuries, reduce stress levels and regulate your hormone levels. Did you know that your hormones play a huge role on weight loss? Or that your...2020-01-241h 06Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries086: Lose Your Next 5lbs, Bikini Diaries Podcast ChallengeJoin The Bikini Diaries Facebook Group : Bikini Diaries Facebook Group Welcome !!! I am so excited to announce that we will be doing a Bikini Diaries Podcast challenge. This challenge is a way to get you back on track because usually by now momentum from your New Years resolutions have dwindled.  I also know how it is in your off season and you need some momentum to get back on track, but may not have the money to afford a coach. This time can feel tough and sometimes its hard to find a good p...2020-01-2116 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries085: What The Hormone Health with Nurse Practitioner Rachel LattnerWhat The Hormone Health This episode is a MUST! Nurse practitioner Rachel Lattner is not only a hormone expert but she's also a national level NPC competitor so her perspective is those of a competitor.  In this episode we discus safe supplements to increase your testosterone and lower your estrogen. We dive in to the cautions of PED's and the effects it has on your body. Rachel really educates us on what a hormone is, what hormones you as an athlete should monitor and test, and how to keep our body healthy. furthermore w...2020-01-171h 10Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries084: Eliminating These 5 Phrases For 2020Save your spot for the TYB (Tan Yourself Blueprint) --->TYB So I am here to tell you that there are 5 phrases you are going to want to eliminate in order to have a more positive life in 2020. These are common things we tell ourselves daily that is hindering our progression and keeping us in a negative state of mind. Tune in to find out what these 5 phrases are and how we can transform our thoughts.   ------------------------------- 5 reasons to tan yourself 1. Say Goodbye to long appointments. 2. You can tan y...2020-01-1411 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries083: Everything You Need To Know About The Tanning Process with Pro Tan's Brand Coordinator Elysa WeissbaumJOIN OUR LIVE WORKSHOP Wednesday 15th @ 830pm EST SAVE YOUR SPOT! You can also save your spot by sending $30 via PayPal(naiymafit@gmail.com), Venmo(Naiymafit@gmail.com)cash app ($naiymafit). In the message state name and email :) In this episode of the Bikini Diaries podcast you will get the inside scoop of all things tan.  Have you ever wondered why Competitors tan to begin with? Whens the best time to exfoliate? or things to avoid so you don't screw up your tan? Then lets learn from the expert h...2020-01-101h 17Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries082: You are Beautiful with Dana CannonAs a bodybuilder, you probably have never thought your mentality plays a huge role in achieving the outcome you're chasing after. Yes, it does. Your mental capacity and power to think positively is crucial and necessary as is your prep. So if you struggle to maintain a positive mindset, this episode will teach you how to do that.  In this episode, Dana shares about having the right mindset in the sport. She couples that with strategies she used on her way up to Nationals. Finally, we dive deep into the power of journaling and meditation to strengthen y...2020-01-071h 21Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries081: Meal Plans Make You Dumber with Chanee MomokoLow calories, copious amounts of cardio, feeling like just a number, eating disorders, constant binging and not being heard. These are all things that WBFF pro Chanee Momoko experienced after her first show. This lead her on to her own personal journey to coaching herself. While coaching herself she discovered how to count macros and prep in a healthy way.   Chanee Momoko is a Podcast host of the top 30 fitness podcasts “Your Highest Self”. She is a wellness coach, prep coach, and life coach. Chanee recieved her pro card in 2016 in Sacramento, CA. She has dedic...2019-12-311h 07Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries080: From Overall NPC(First show) to Overall NPC Nationals(Pro status) in Under A Year with Ariana BrothersWhile everyone's path is different, without a doubt, hard work and determination eventually yield good results regardless of the time it might take you. The work you put in manifests in the results. But more so determination. Determination is key because it fuels you to persist and makes you march ahead with confidence until you accomplish your goals.  In this episode, we are honored to share a conversation with Ariana Brothers. Ariana tells her story from when she began competing a few months ago to where she is today. She also talks about her experience in the s...2019-12-261h 10Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries079: Your Coach Is 079: Your Guide But It's Up to YOU to Put In The Work with Sethia Daigle079: Your Coach is Your Guide But It's Up to YOU to Put In The Work with Sethia Daigle   There's something exceptional about someone who knows and understands how unique they are. When everyone else is doing things a certain way, they take time to understand themselves and instead do things their own way. Whether it's hitting the gym x number of days a week, taking or avoiding certain food, they do what works best for them. Being yourself and doing what works best for you will set you apart and lead you to great success. ...2019-12-171h 08Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries078: Nothing Happens When You Turn ProNothing Happens When You Turn Pro   In this mini episode I talk about how you should not let chasing a pro card run your life. I encourage everyone to start being great before they turn pro instead of waiting for validation from the outside world.   Shop My Affirmation: myaffirmationfitwear.com   Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off   FOLLOW ME, Na'iyma Thompson @Naiymafit Naiymafit.com2019-12-1013 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries077: I Actually Had Breast Implant Illness with Tawna Eubanks MCcoyGetting breast implants can transform a woman's life for the better. But in the recent past, there have been many reported cases of women who got breast implants and later got very ill. Breast Implant Illness (BII) is a phrase used to describe and identify a wide range of symptoms such as (to mention but a few) headaches, fatigue, anxiety, chronic pain that women suffer as a result of the implants. While there is still a debate on whether or not breast implants can result to BII, it's important that we have this discussion.    In th...2019-12-031h 30Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries076: Its Never Too Late with Camile PeriatAs far as Bikini goes, some women see age as a hindrance to pursuing their dream and breaking records in the sport. On the contrary, aging can be an opportunity to get fitter and stronger than ever before. As a mature athlete, you may have an older face, but not old muscles. Building those muscles can yield both psychological and physical benefits, which you actually need in your reserve for later days.  On today's episode of the Bikini Diaries Podcast, we speak with Camile Petriat. In our conversation, we talk about the perks of being a mature a...2019-11-2658 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries075: How I Battled Crohn's Disease Right After My Pro Debut with Shelby PierceHow I Battled Crohn's Disease Right After My Pro Debut Every competitor desires to stay healthy and never fall ill. In fact, in our daily routine, we all do everything possible to facilitate a healthy lifestyle and keep diseases at bay. Unfortunately, with all the effort, sometimes life presents challenges that are beyond us, posing a threat to this very sport that we cherish. This is not to scare you but to help you prioritize your health as well as encourage you, should you be facing a similar health challenge. Because you should never suffer in silence.2019-11-1941 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries074: How She Turned Her Poor Unhealthy Preps Into Healthy Ones with Carla GarthwaiteHow She Turned Her Poor Unhealthy Preps Into Healthy Ones with    Prepping for a contest is one of the most gratifying and thrilling moments for a bodybuilder. However, if not done properly it cannot only be challenging but can result in major health issues. While prepping, you should not only be fixated to the idea of winning a competition, rather you should also pay attention to your health both now and in the future. It is, therefore, imperative that you go about your prep in a healthy way to eliminate any probable health risk associated wi...2019-11-121h 09Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries073: What Should My Post Show Weight Goals Be?What Should My Post Show Weight Goals Be?   In this episode we will discuss healthy ways to approach your offseason when it comes to the gaining weight part. Is staying within 5lbs of stage weight healthy?? Lets find out what I think about this topic and tips I share.   Shop My Affirmation: myaffirmationfitwear.com   Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off   FOLLOW ME, Na'iyma Thompson @Naiym...2019-11-0515 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries072: A Balance Between Family Life and Competing with Denby CogertA Balance Between Family Life and Competing Balancing between family, love life and career is a topic that continues to be addressed over and over again. Amidst chasing dreams and success, families are facing more and more challenges that come about lack of balance in our professional life and family life. More often than not, people concentrate so much on their career to a point of neglecting their families–which eventually end up ruining their career which they so much desired. For that reason, it's not only necessary but critical to manage and balance the multiple commitments in...2019-10-291h 02Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries071: Finding Passion with Saroj CarrFinding Passion Finding passions is not a new topic. But it's a difficult one. When asked, most people cannot point to a single thing as their passion. However, this should not worry you. There's nothing wrong with you and maybe there's nothing you're doing wrong. Some people discover their passion earlier in life than others. And that's okay. Each one of us is walking a unique path. So, at whichever point in your life you find your passion, quickly abandon the routine that leaves you unfulfilled and bored to enjoy life while exercising your passions. Just like...2019-10-221h 13Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries070: The Power of Performance Enhancing Drugs (PEDs) with Hana DevoreThe Power of Performance Enhancing Drugs (PEDs) Today we will focus on a topic that is yet to be discussed on the Bikini Diaries podcast - PEDs, and in particular, SARMs. If these acronyms sound new to you, PED stands for Performance Enhancing Drugs and SARMs stands for Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators. Without getting too technical on these terms, the purpose of using performance-enhancing drugs is to help shed fat and build muscle faster than you would naturally. The use of performance-enhancing drugs in the bodybuilding world is increasingly on the rise, and many athletes opt to...2019-10-151h 13Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries069: Was It By Chance Or Is This My Destiny? with Daraja HillWas It By Chance Or Is This My Destiny? Meaningful and strong relationships take time and effort to build. If left unseasoned, cultivated, and taken care of, a relationship can go crumbling in a blink. While you may be talented and smart as an athlete, it's unlikely you will succeed without building great relationships with others - especially your loved ones and the people helping you prepare in the sport. By developing powerful relationships with others, you will be more successful, feel more supported and be more connected. So how do you build and maintain such positive...2019-10-081h 00Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries068: How Changing Your Lifestyle Changes Your Health with Lauren JacobsonHow Changing Your Lifestyle Changes Your Health How many time have you attended a motivational talk, read an inspirational book, a life-changing article and vowed to take action, do things differently or change.... but then you didn't? How much time do you spend thinking but not doing? Sometimes even in your shortcomings, all you have to do is take action. Without taking action, it won't happen and you won't see the result. Your journey to improving whatever sphere of your life that need a boost starts with taking action. Embracing an action-oriented life will make you increasingly...2019-10-0150 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries067: Advice From The Queen of Macros Counting with Beth HallShop the "I am" Collection myaffirmationfitwear.com Use code bikinidiaries for 10% off your order Advice From The Queen of Macros Counting If you are in the athletics world, odds are the word 'macro' is not new to you. It's actually not new to most people. What's unfamiliar and mysterious is the term "counting macros." Most people don't know how to go about tracking calories and the type of food they eat so as to achieve certain calories and macronutrients goals. While counting macro is fairly simple, it can be a challenging task, especially f...2019-09-241h 10Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries066: Champions Lose More Than They Win with Adelle RogersShop My Affirmation: myaffirmationfitwear.com Champions Lose More Than They Win  My true guess is that every girl's anticipation and ambition in this sport is to have as many highs. And if possible, have zero lows. Unfortunately, you're likely to encounter obstacles along the way and therefore that will not always be the case. You certainly will encounter low moments as well as lose sometimes. Having said that, this should not discourage you. You can utilize your failures and obstacles to fuel your highs and wins. Or better still turn them into success. So how do...2019-09-171h 32Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries065: Overcoming Competition Rebound with Shannon Perez"I am Collection" myaffirmationfitwear.com Overcoming Competition Rebound  Getting comfortable in your own skin is something you should always embrace even as you progress towards your ideal weight. While this is the mindset we all should grasp, many women beat themselves up for not looking a certain way. This not only leaves them depressed but makes them feel futile instead of being positive and working towards their ideal weight. As long as you're in this sport, gaining or losing weight is something you will deal with at some point. It is therefore imperative to pay at...2019-09-101h 18Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries064: The Real Reason You Should Never Give Up with Alexandria RossShop The "I am" Collection ! myaffirmationfitwear.com The Real Reason You Should Never Give Up Sometimes in your preps, you work twice as hard to achieve an outstanding physique that will set you apart from the rest of the competitors. But even then, you step on stage only to be told by the judges that you need to put on muscle. This should neither discourage you nor should you take it personally. There a way around this challenge, and Alexandria will be telling us how.     Alexandria Ross is an IFBB Bikini Pro...2019-09-031h 15Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries063: Perfecting Your Skills and Competing with Integrity with Casey Torres (Samsel)Perfecting Your Skills and Competing with Integrity   Fitness is not just about physical activity and regular exercise. There is more to it. When you think about personal fitness, you have to figure out your workout and exercises routines, health, and nutrition, meals plan...name it. While we all want to experience a smooth fitness journey, it can get quite bumpy if you're doing it wrong and don't have a proper plan in place. So how do you improve your fitness journey to promote your health and wellbeing? Let's find out with Casey Torres.   ...2019-08-2755 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries062: Mental Health and The Cure To Disordered Thinking with Carolyn LeeMental Health and The Cure To Disordered Thinking    With mental health conditions on the rise today, mental health is a topic that cannot be ignored or overlooked. Mental health refers to psychological, emotional and behavioral wellbeing. The state of our mental health informs how we feel, think, and behave. It helps us to establish how we respond to stress, makes decisions and relates to others.    Sometimes the demand that comes about being in this sport can be stressful. Therefore, being aware of the possible triggers of mental health problems is very nece...2019-08-201h 10Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries061: 6 Skillsets That Set Pros Apart From Amateurs with Lauren Johnican6 Skillsets That Set Pros Apart From Amateurs Let's switch gears a little bit. Previously all my beautiful guests have either specialized in IFBB Bikini or Figure. Today we focus on a different category - World Beauty Fitness and Fashion (WBFF). Stay tuned for more information about WBFF.    Now, irrespective of the area you specialize in, your goal should be to become better and register growth overtime. This will not only set you apart to become a pro but will help you achieve your fullest potential. But truth be told, growth does not just ha...2019-08-131h 14Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries060: Happy Birthday Special Edition EpisodeI hope you enjoy this episode! No text needed. listen and be inspired. Thank you for you love and support.2019-08-0639 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries059: Supplements At Their Finest with Maureen BlanquiscoSupplements At Their Finest with Maureen Blanquisco Let's talk supplements. Results from CRN 2018 Survey on Dietary Supplements carried out by Ipsos Public Affairs indicates, "The use of dietary supplements among U.S. adults increased ten percent over the past decade." According to the survey, in 2017, 76% of the U.S adults are taking nutritional supplements. While the use of supplements is not new in this sport, this is an opportune time for us to have this conversation.   As you may know, dietary supplements are meant to deliver nutrients that may not be absorbed in s...2019-07-301h 14Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries058: My Personal Struggle With AnxietyHi! I hope you enjoy this mini episode where I talk to you about where I think my anxiety began, how it effects my preps, and what I do to help myself conquer it.2019-07-2916 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries057: Life Before My Big Comeback with Liz IsraelLife Before The Big Comeback You may have heard this enough times but it's worth mentioning. Competing is a race. But you should stick to your own path, and run at your own pace. For this reason, goal setting is critical when deciding to engage in the sport. It's quite important to have an end result specific to what you want to eventually achieve. By setting clearly defined goals, you will never feel as if you're adrift. You will also never get a point where a need to compare yourself with others is necessitated. This simply means...2019-07-2355 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries056: What The Combination Of Faith, Fitness, and Well-being Can Do For Your Life with Taylor JordanWhat The Combination Of Faith, Fitness, and Wellbeing Can Do For Your Life    While you are in the bodybuilding world, you will definitely have your hills and valleys moments. In simple terms, you will not always have it easy. You will be faced with a lot of struggles along the way. As a matter of fact, most people have. But the problem is some people do not know how to respond to such struggles to eventually overcome them. T   The way you respond to those challenging times is what really defines you...2019-07-1655 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries055: Coping Mechanisms While On PrepCoping Mechanisms While On Prep In this mini episode, I will share different ways I cope with life while on prep. I hope you enjoy some of these bikini prep hacks that have truly helped me along my journey.   Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off   FOLLOW ME, Na'iyma Thompson @Naiymafit Naiymafit.com   Join TEAM BOSS BODIES use code: bikinidiaries for 15% off your package2019-07-1213 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries054: Know Your Own Ability with Phoebe HaganKnow Your Own Ability Everyone is designed with their own ability, but the thing is, you must push yourself to recognize it - if you already haven't. It is only when you have identified your ability that you can fully realize what you are capable of. Without constantly trying and putting in the work, you will not be able to know what you are good at and how far you can stretch.   While fear and lack of confidence cannot be ignored when it comes to reaching your full potential, it is also important t...2019-07-091h 15Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries053: The Destruction of Losing Self Control with Beatrice SanfordEmail us @ teambossbodies@gmail.com for retreat Information The Destruction of Losing Self Control While giving a commencement speech at Harvard University, Oprah Winfrey said, "It doesn’t matter how far you might rise, at some point you’re bound to stumble." Each one of us gets knocked down by life at some point - even when you have well laid out plans. Sometimes we push our limits higher and higher but still, life does not always happen as planned.    When such situations occur, we can easily get caught up in the out...2019-07-021h 14Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries052: 5 Things You Can Do Right Now to Improve Your Prep/Fitness JourneyToday in this solo episode, I will be talking about 5 ways you can improve your fitness journey. Try one of these things today! 1. Being more tedious with our food intake 2. Digestion 3. Recovery methods 4. listening to your coach, sticking to the plan 5. Talk to your fitness friends or someone who is doing a show   Email teambossbodies@gmail.com for retreat information Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off...2019-06-2817 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries051: The Success Principles with Casey MarshallEmail: teambossbodies@gmail.com For retreat inquiries   The Success Principles with Casey Marshall Personal growth and development is simply making improvements tailored to various aspects of your life. While there are numerous reasons for self-development, the significant one is that self-growth can progress and change your life for the better. Personal development is not a one-off event. It is a lifelong process that one has to constantly keep at.   For the transformation process to pay off, the fundamental principle is to certainly identify areas in your life that require transformation and str...2019-06-2552 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries050: How To Get Motivated and Stay MotivatedIn this solo episode I will shed some insight on my beliefs about motivation, what I believe motivation is, where it comes from and some tips on how you yourself can stay motivated. I really hope that you enjoy this mini episode. Email: TeambossBodies@gmail.com for retreat ideas ! Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off   FOLLOW ME, Na'iyma Thompson @Naiymafit Naiymafit.com   Join TEAM BOSS BODIES use...2019-06-2018 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries049: From Bikini Pro to Figure Pro with Ashley WiensFrom Bikini Pro to Figure Pro with Ashley Wiens   Competing should be a choice not a coerce — by yourself or anybody else. And you have to make the right choice. "How I do that?" You ask. You do that by asking yourself the right questions, such as: Why should I compete? Do I have what it takes to compete in bodybuilding? What is my goal? In which category should I compete?    When you catch a glimpse of the alluring pictures of bodybuilders, there's no doubt: bodybuilding is a sport that you want...2019-06-181h 15Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries048: Evolve with Emily HaydenGrab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off   Evolve Welcome back to another mind-blowing but life-changing episode.    To succeed, you must consider setting relevant and attainable goals. That's not all. You must commit to those goals to bring them to fruition. That said, distractions, life's challenges, and non-committal attitude can handicap your progress or lead you to fall off the track all the same. It's therefore important to develop a positive mindset and habits nec...2019-06-111h 11Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries047: The Power of Persistence with Natalie Richards  Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off   The Power of Persistence  Let's start at the beginning. What are your goals in this sport? We all have set goals in this sport as bodybuilders - if your name is missing in the "ALL" list, please take time to reflect on what you want to achieve as a competitor.    More often than not, we work vigorously toward the goals that we set out to re...2019-06-041h 06Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries046: Dirty Bulking Helped Me Claim The Professional Title; IFBB Bikini Pro with Ashley ParkerShop Livbody Products @ livbody.com  Use the code “bossbodies” for 20% off your order   Dirty Bulking Helped Me Claim The Professional Title; IFBB Bikini Pro  While losing weight is mostly considered hard, weight gain can be an easy or complicated process depending on how well you address it. Your success in building muscles depends on your food choices, how much you eat and without a doubt the level of your training. Therefore, it is important to thoughtfully consider the food you choose to eat.    Speaking of muscle building, bulking is...2019-05-281h 03Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries045: All the Things About Bikini Judging With Robyn MaherGrab your Bikini Diaries Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off All The Things About Bikini Judging  In all the previous episodes, we have solely focused on competitors and how you can become a successful competitor. Today, we get to shift gear a little bit and focus on something different – judging. When you hit the stage in your best competitive self – probably chasing after the first call out –  you're in a competition. That means a judge gets to evaluate and score how well you have...2019-05-211h 28Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries044: Its a Hard Knock Life with Eboney ChipmanIts a Hard Knock Life  Have you ever been in a situation where you felt your life was in shambles and you were out of ideas on how to fix it? Life can feel unbearable sometimes. It may not even be possible for you to comprehend how you got there in the first place. Whether you just hit a wall, or you just screwed things up, it can get so overwhelming to an extent you just want to bury your head under the safety of your covers, never to leave. Worse still if your rights and freedom a...2019-05-141h 11Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries043: How To Triumph Over Your Deepest Depressions with Denetra BlackshearGrab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off How To Triumph Over Your Deepest Depressions You are jovial, confident, motivated, competitive, successful. But one day, stuff happens against you - one after the other. Suddenly, nothing makes you happy, you lose pleasure or interest in the things that you enjoy, you feel miserable, gets easily agitated, and coping with everyday things becomes a real mountain. If this is you, it is possible you are depressed. And it's okay to seek...2019-05-071h 07Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries042: The Setbacks We Face Getting To The Stage with Jade McKeeGrab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off   For the first time in Bikini Diaries, we get to hear from someone living on the other side of the planet. What excitement!   Now, think about these two scenarios: You want to do something and you have widely available opportunities - all you have to do is put in the work. On the other hand, you want to do something but you have limited opportunities.    Wh...2019-04-3059 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries041:The Unforgettable Comeback: "I Made it to The Olympia 9 Months Postpartum" with India PaulinoEmail TeamBossBodies@gmail.com for retreat Inquiries  The Unforgettable Comeback: "I Made it to The Olympia 9 Months Postpartum" Let's face it. Most girls struggle with the thought of halting their career to start a family. While some have it all figured out that they will start a family at a certain point in their life, maternity leave, additional childcare cost, postpartum depression, etc. overwhelmingly brings them a hodgepodge of emotions. Let alone challenges with trying to make a comeback to pick it up from where you left off after bringing forth a child into the wor...2019-04-231h 29Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries040: The Ups and Downs of Relationships While On Prep with Kelsie BurginBOSS RETREAT- Email TeamBossBodies@gmail.com for inquiries.   Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off The Ups and Downs Of Relationships While On Prep Today we're not only going to talk bikini, but we shall also talk about a serious struggle that any person can agree is a total misfortune   Okay. In unison, let’s go…life is full of challenges. This is a phrase we all are aware of and can agr...2019-04-161h 07Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries039: How to Get Comfortable With Putting on Weight with Monica EllisBoss Retreat! Email : TeamBossBodies@gmail.com for inquiries   How to get comfortable with putting on weight Let me guess. "Petite" is the word that comes to mind when you think of Bikini competition. Chances are you even visited a social platform to peruse through some competitor's dazzling photos to just have a clearer picture of how you ought to look. Then you put yourself through rigorous and strict training for a couple of weeks, and you are ready to hit the stage. Then the big day comes and all you see is perfection in...2019-04-091h 04Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries038: How Being A Perfectionist Can Make You Forget To Stop And Smell The Roses with Jewelyn MerrillGrab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off How Being A Perfectionist Can Make You Forget To Stop And Smell The Roses Do you ever pause and reflect? Or just appreciate where you have come from? Or even take a moment to assess areas of your life that are underdeveloped or neglected? As most of us may have experienced, there's hardly enough time in the day to do everything. Competing alone is involving and demands most of our time regardless...2019-04-021h 12Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries037: Can You Make It To The Top All Natural? with Jourdanne LeeGrab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off   Can You Make It To The Top All Natural? As a sport, bodybuilding has evolved over the years to attract thousands of competitors. Despite this fact, many competitors still beg the question, is it possible to become a crackerjack in the sport while walking the natural bodybuilding route?    "What does that even mean?" You ask. In the bodybuilding world, natural bodybuilding simply means abstinence from drugs and...2019-03-261h 29Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries036: How Long It Really Takes To Become a Top Athlete with Jessica PalmerGrab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Use code: bikinidiaries for 20%off  How Long Does It Really Take to Become a Top Athlete You made it to your first show, congrats. Do you now qualify to compete as a pro? Let's see. With no intentions of discouraging you, whatsoever, becoming a Bikini professional calls for determination, commitment, hard work and a lot of patience. I mean, that's the bare minimum - without which you're bound to lose. At this stage, the angled pose and h...2019-03-191h 14Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries035: Boys, Obey The Booty with Michelle HurstBoys, Obey The Booty! Ladies, let's talk boys. When having conversations around being successful in this sport, quite often we pay attention to workouts and having a supportive coach. But having a supportive partner should be part of the conversation too. As Nishan Panwar once said, the best possible thing you can get out of a relationship is that you’re with someone who encourages you to be the best version of yourself every day.    If you have tasted it, you know this sport is involving. Therefore, having someone to cheer you on in y...2019-03-121h 03Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries034: Mother of 5 and Fabulous with Nicole JohnsonMother of 5 and Fabulous  I can't compete because: I'm too old. I'm a mother of x number of children. The sport is for younger girls with a lot of energy. These are just but few excuses in the ocean of excuses that women hide behind. But really, can you compete while a bit older?    To be honest with you, this sport is not age restrictive. Whether 40, 50, 60,……yes, you can compete. Yes, you heard me! Just like you can achieve your dreams at any age, similarly, in this sport there's always an opportunity for you to...2019-03-051h 01Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries033: Journey Into Your Mind-Muscle Connection and Keto with Natoshia ColemanJourney Into Your Mind Muscle Connection and Keto  This episode is epic because we shall be addressing two main things: Keto diet and mind-muscle connection.    Ever heard of Keto Diet? Popularly known as keto diet, a ketogenic diet is a low-carbohydrate diet that enables you to successfully burn fat for improved health and performance. It's a substitute wellspring of energy when glucose is in short supply. And that's exactly what Keto Diet does. It deprives your body of glucose, which allows for slow carbohydrate break down, charging your energy as a result. So, wha...2019-02-2656 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries032: How To Develop a Winning Mentality with Breena MartinezHOW TO DEVELOP A WINNING MENTALITY It's absolutely everyone's goal to win. I kid you not. I have not heard anyone claim they just want to finish their race. Everyone I talk to compete with anticipation to win. Winning, therefore, is every competitor's ultimate goal in the competition.    While pushing your performance limits and having the best skill is requisite for winning, building a winning mentality is imperative. So, how do you develop a winning mentality? Rest easy. I got you. Here and now, Breena will be teaching you how to develop a wi...2019-02-191h 12Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries031: Journey to Self Acceptance, How to Discover Who You Truly Are with Necole KaneJourney to self-acceptance Quite often we hear phrases like “if you don't love yourself, no one will love you” or “you must love yourself.” But what does that even mean? Honestly, there is no standard meaning of self-love or self-acceptance. Each and every person has a different way of expressing love to themselves.  It is, however, important to note that this is not something that you can derive from the number of followers you have on social media, or the way you dress, or the expensive car you drive…. the list is endless. You may feel good a...2019-02-121h 07Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries030: Hidden Secrets; What I Thought Competing Was Going To Be Like Vs. What It Actually WasHidden Secrets; What I Thought Competing Was Going To Be Like Vs. What It Actually Was   In this Solo episode I am going to spill the beans on what I thought competing was going to be like vs. what it actually was like for me and all the lessons I have learned. I want you to listen to this episode so I am purposefully keeping the notes at a minimum. :) hehe .... Hidden Secrets.   Grab your Bikini Diarie's Honorary Tee to support the podcast https://naiymafit.com/shop/ Us...2019-02-0540 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries029: 49 and Still Competing with Geri Lara Berger49 and Still Competing You might have contemplated quitting competing after a certain age…or you might have felt it’s too late to start. But you know what? Age is just but a number. Yeah, heard me right. Even at retirement, there’s no limit as long as you are strong and comfortable enough to flaunt your own physique on stage.  Well, sweet 16 ship might have long sailed for you, but that does not mean you abandon your dreams of ever competing in this sport. As a matter of fact, there is no perfect time to get...2019-01-291h 02Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries028: How I Gained 30 Pounds in 6 Days Post Show with Tamara HaddadHow I Gained 30 Pounds In 6 Days Post Show For you to perform optimally, you have to prepare adequately. Well, it goes without saying that the lack of adequate prepping is the best recipe for failure. Don’t get me wrong. Prepping for a competition can be a huge challenge. But with the right mindset, the right support, and putting in the work, it can only get easier.  I need to mention that preparation applies to both pre and post-shows. While you may prepare well for the show – and actually perform well - post-shows might be a tot...2019-01-221h 17Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries027: How To Stick To Your Macros with Zoey PanzarinoHow To Stick To Your Macros Let's talk macro. You probably have had this experience. You have it all figured out. I mean, your macros schedule is set and you are ready to go. Few days in....but the unanticipated happens. Either your work demands that you travel or a family member or a friend invites you for a dinner or a special occasion.        At that moment, doubt sets in. You begin to wonder about the possibility of you sticking to your macros. This is a common scenario for many of us. See, if t...2019-01-1557 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries026_There Is More To Life Than Competing with Desiree Scoggin (Desb)There’s more to life than Competing As competitors, we can easily bury ourselves into competing. Competition after competition, our goal is to do better than we did previously. Therefore, we find ourselves working even harder, with intentions of bringing our best selves out. But is taking a break necessary? Should you do anything else besides competing? Actually, just take a minute and ask yourself if what you’re doing aligns with your goals.  Does it?  While some might view taking a break from competing as a weakness, it helps you rejuvenate, focus and co...2019-01-081h 02Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries025_C'est La Vie with Lauralie ChapadosC'est La Vie I know you like competing just like I do. That's why we work so hard towards it. In pursuit of success in this sport, we immerse ourselves in the energy of competition like healthy diet, the right exercises...you name it. But competition is a process, and every step of the process is important.  While being aware of what the process entails is key, recognizing other internal and external forces that might affect your performance or your life while competing is equally significant. However, this doesn't always come naturally for everyone. Some g...2019-01-011h 08Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries024: 3X Bikini Olympia, My Truths with Ashley Kaltwasser3X BIKINI OLYMPIA WINNER, MY TRUTHS with Ashley Kaltwasser Disclaimer: This episode will blow your mind Let’s be honest. Most girls admit their goal for this sport is to make it to the Olympia. That tells you how huge this platform is. In simple terms, Olympia could peak your career in many great ways. Qualifying for the Olympia means you have worked extremely hard and you are really good at what you do. Now, imagine not just competing but winning a title in the Olympia. Not only that. Imagine winning three titles in a ro...2018-12-251h 10Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries023: Why You Are Failing At Your Reverse Diet with Stephanie SequeiraWhy You Are Failing At Your Reverse Diet    Reverse dieting basically means adding back calories into your calories restricted diet that was done with the objective of getting into shape for the contest. Sounds easy, right? It is however not as easy as it sounds.  Many people tend to wonder why they are the only ones messing up after every competition every single time they step offstage. But you are not alone. In fact, I have personally been through this struggle so I totally understand what it feels like.  Trying to adju...2018-12-181h 16Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries022_How To Handle The Judges Critiques with Jackie GomezHow to Handle the Judges' Critiques Once you step on the stage, criticism, whether positive or negative, is inevitable. In one way or another, the judges will critique you. Unfortunately, some insensitive judges will say awful things about you - a possible destructive-criticism. This kind of criticism can even ruin you and your career if you are caught off guard. So, how do you handle such critiques to avoid derailing your goals for this sport? Let’s find out with Jacqueline Gomez.  Jackie is an IFBB Bikini PRO who has been competing for five years. She...2018-12-111h 02Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries021: My Relationship With Food Almost Took My Life Life with Andreanna CalhounMy Relationship With Food Almost Took My Life   The thing I love most about this sport it how it has continually transformed lives. I have lost count of the inspiring stories that I have registered so far — even on this podcast alone. Whether it's a girl who was contemplating suicide. Whether it's a girl who had a feeding disorder. Whether it's one who had an emotional breakdown. And not to mention domestic violence. These are some of the stories whose positive outcome was as a result of engaging in Bikini competition. Andreanna Calhoun story is uni...2018-12-0439 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries020: Fuck It, Im DoneFucki It! I’m Done! All I had to do was quit. That's it. I quit. It's annoying, discouraging, and mentally draining to constantly change who you are to please others. It's even more annoying when you have to do it at the expense of your happiness.    We all want money. I get it. But I'd rather be broke and be happy. No amount of money should you allow to compromise your happiness. Reason being, happiness is an exceptional recipe for many great things. If your job no longer brings you joy, chances are...2018-11-2728 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries019: Relationships Struggle While Competing with Sonia LewisRelationships Struggle While Competing   By competing, we all strive to gain victory when we step out of that stage. However, the prepping process is not always easy. It’s a difficult plight. While your attention shifts to prepping for the competition, your relationship with family and friends is at risk of going down the drain. As a matter of fact, when you immerse yourself to competing, things are going to change. Relationships will be affected either negatively or positively depending on how well you address the foreseeable change. So, how do you strike a b...2018-11-2057 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries018: I Survived Domestic Violence and a Crappy Coach with Jasmine GonzalezI SURVIVED DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND A CRAPPY COACH Definitely, you hire a coach with a hope that they will help you realize your full potential or achieve your professional or personal goals. But sometimes your coach may do more harm to you than good. Now, as a learner, is it advisable not to just follow blindly on the things your coach asks you to do. This way, you will be in a position to tell if your coach is helpful or they’re just after your bucks. Sometimes also you have to listen to your gut feeling. I’...2018-11-131h 00Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries017: How To Create A Healthy Relationship With Food with Laura NortonHow To Create A Healthy Relationship With Food   We all have to eat. No doubt about that. But what, when, and how much you eat is all under your control. What and how much you eat especially tend to reflect on your physique. Unfortunately, if you do not eat right you are likely to become overweight, risk health problems or even depression. Now, making the right food choice and eating the right portion can be a struggle for many of us, and sometimes we find ourselves having to deal with that in this sport. But w...2018-11-0653 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries016: Breaking Barriers: The First Persian Bikini Pro with Mahsa AkbarimehrBreaking Barriers: The First Persian Bikini Pro  When you embrace taking bold steps, you definitely are set to breaking certain barriers. And sports—specifically bikini—is a great way to breaking some of those barriers. While barriers could be your culture, religion or even people around you, the gifts and talents inside you, when cultivated, can help you overcome those obstacles.    Mahsa Akbarimehr is an IFBB Pro, who made history as the first-ever Persian woman to earn a Bikini Pro Card. Mahsa grew up as an athlete but she was limited to what she cou...2018-10-3057 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries015: Make Your Vegan A Reality with Bre TurnerMake Your Vegan A Reality What comes to your mind when you think about the word "vegan"? I bet how hard it is for you to resist all the mouth-watering animal products—sausage, pizza, chicken, etc. For how long can you ignore the urge? Can you do without these animal products altogether? Now, if you do and you're wondering where to begin to transition into a vegan, or which diet to incorporate in your meals, you are in the right place. Bre has been a vegan for over a year now and she has great tips for yo...2018-10-231h 02Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries014: How To Handle Every OFF-SEASON With Ease With Lauren DannenmillerHow to Handle Every OFF-SEASON with Ease When you begin to think about the business side of competing or even your relevance as a competitor, you probably would be reluctant to take an off-season. But the real question that you should ask yourself is, is taking off-season important? Really, is it important? If it's important, how should you handle it? Let's find out with Lauren Dannenmiller.   Lauren Dannenmiller is an IFBB Bikini Pro, who triumphed over the 2017 NPC Nationals Bikini Championship. She is a Business Partner, a Contest Prep and Lifestyle Coach at T...2018-10-161h 13Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries013: "My Deepest Struggle" with Paige LillyMy Deepest Struggle If you were told to define how you want your life to be, you probably would never incorporate pain, struggle, shame, humiliation….name it. We all wish to have a smooth life with minimal obstacles if any. But surprisingly, if you sit back and reflect, some of the worst experiences you’ve faced probably led to great outcome. Beautiful success stories have been obtained from those very struggle. Paige Lilly has been through such struggles to a point of contemplating suicide. Yet that very experience led to her discovery of Bikini competitions – which...2018-10-091h 00Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries012: Switching From Figure to Bikini with Tiffany VannTiffany Vann: Switching from Figure to Bikini  You know without a doubt that this sport is where you belong. Your passion tells you so. And so is your desire. In fact, that is as clear as day to you. But you are not exactly sure where in the sport you belong.    If this is the question you are struggling with, I got you. Getting to decide which category of this sport will augur well for you can sometimes be difficult. But don’t you worry, I’m committed to ensuring your ride in this jo...2018-10-0254 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries011: Is Competing Really Healthy? with Kaylie FountainHow to Tackle Back to Back Shows If you have ever competed, you can possibly relate to how strenuous and demanding it is to stay the course. From prepping all the way until you take the center stage to reveal that cute body – that you’ve worked so hard to build. Now imagine a show every two weeks. You think that’s nerve-racking? I thought so too. But not for Kaylie Fountain, who has been competing every two weeks. Huh?    Kaylie is an IFBB Pro, Personal and online Trainer. She has been competing for four...2018-09-251h 03Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries010: "God, Family, Giving, Competing" With Erika WinbushGod, Family, Giving, Competing   Episode 10 guys! This is how far we’ve come. What a milestone!   Believing and having a relationship with God is a personal choice. And when you do, your actions - what you chose to do or not to do - could be perceived wrong or right depending on who you ask. Especially competing in this sport, there is a possibility that you will be judged by people who do not have a clue what your story is. So what do you tell them? Should you even say anyt...2018-09-181h 00Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries009: "Staying in Tune With Yourself" With Angeles BurkeStaying in Tune with Yourself   Wait! Have you ever paused and asked yourself these questions: What drives you in your bikini journey? Relevance, success or self-love? Are you restricting yourself? Are you denying your body? How do you find balance? You probably should. Your answer to these questions could be your turning point to breaking that barrier.   We often focus so much on what awaits us on the finish line to an extent we forget about ourselves and end up not touching the line at all. This then becomes our self-imposed so...2018-09-111h 07Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries008: "Competing Saved My Life" With Kerryne HenichCompeting Saved My Life You want to be happy, right? I also want to be happy. We all want to be happy. But sometimes life throws at us obstacles and challenges to a point of depression: You can't sleep. You lose appetite. You feel useless. Eventually, you get stuck and you are at your wits' end.    It's much worse when people around you recognize you're hanging off the cliff, but instead of saving you, they unexpectedly snip the rope you've been holding to stay alive. This is not a fairy tale. Kerryne Henich ha...2018-09-041h 03Bikini DiariesBikini DiariesBONUS: 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started CompetingWelcome to this bonus track! This is an episode you won’t want to miss. In this episode I will reveal 10 things I wish I knew before I started competing to help you on your journey to the stage and to avoid some of the hiccups on the way!   Key Takeaways You will make so many mistakes along your journey, however you are also going to overcome so many obstacles Be prepared, save and manage your money Purchase self tanner Sometimes the sport can feel lonely, however this isn’t because of competing Tackle and d...2018-08-2830 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries007: The Story Behind The Beautiful Ruth Wood, With Ruth WoodThe Story Behind the Beautiful, Ruth Wood You may remember her parents on the Arnold stage. Or maybe you've seen her on the prodigious Olympian stage. If that does not evoke your memory, then you will definitely remember her from her latest victory on the Arnold Classic 2018. What a superstar! On her day to day, Ruth Wood is a Bikini Posing Trainer and a Real Estate Agent. The IFBB Pro has been competing for the past 5 years and you won’t believe how much she has accomplished since she begun competing. Ruth is pr...2018-08-2853 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries006: I Became a Professional After Competing For 7 Years With Katie KernerCounting Macros with Katie Kerner Let's talk macro today. Mmh, I see how you executed those facial muscles. But don't switch off yet. I promise you it has nothing to do with a sequence of characters. It's all about your diet.  By now you know I'm committed to bringing you just the best. And that's why today we have Katie Kerner, the queen of counting of macros. Katie is a successful ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist. She has previously competed in a series of shows, most from which she s...2018-08-211h 02Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries005: Politics Smolitcs, My Husband Is My Coach with Tiffany JensenPolitics, Smolitics, My Husband is My Coach Let’s be honest. Balancing your work life, family, and competition can be a tough row to hoe. If not done right, you can terribly fail at either if not all. But not the case when you have established a good support system and have laid out a proper plan. Not the case with Tiffany Jensen either. The outcome so far is a living proof that she has grasped and figured out this “balance-gist.”   With help of her dashing husband, who is her support, and coach, the IFB...2018-08-141h 10Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries004: "I Quit My Job and Became a Pro in Under a Year" with Hannah RanfranzHow to Quit Your Job to Pursue Your Passions  It's Hannah Ranfranz guys! Sounds familiar? No? I know. Often times we are blinded to believe that only gurus with myriad experience has something to offer. Today, I'm turning the tables by simply bringing you Hannah Ranfranz, whose experience does not compare to the success she has achieved so far.   Hannah is a remarkable Personal Trainer and IFBB Bikini Pro. Her accomplishments scream brilliance. She began competing in October 2017 and nine months later, Hannah was going head-on with the big dogs at 2018 NPC Jr. Na...2018-08-0756 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries003: Walking the Walk and Talking The Talk with Tianna Wesselmann-003Our first guest is 2017 NPC Junior National Bikini winner, Tianna Wesselmann. Tianna, who is originally from Southern Illinois and lives in Dallas Texas is a seasoned athlete/coach and IFBB Bikini Pro.  In this Episode, Tianna shares tips on how to stay lean and toned year round and how to remain motivated and focused even when you are not competing.  Tianna also shares a heart-rending story and how she was able to overcome to achieve her IFBB professional Card.2018-08-071h 00Bikini DiariesBikini Diaries002: The Bikini Diaries Community, Making The Impossible, PossibleThis is a mashup of IFBB Bikini professionals. In this episode you will get a sneak peak of all the amazing females who will be sharing their journey. This episode is one you don't want to miss if you want to be inspired, motivated, and encouraged to go after your dreams. Become a part of the community, so that you too can link up with others on this fitness journey with you. Use hashtag #BikiniDiariesPodcast to stay connected.2018-08-0708 minBikini DiariesBikini Diaries001: Introducing The Bikini Diaries Podcast Test EpisodeHello World! This is just a short testing episode. In this episode I will introduce myself, tell you why I decided to start this podcast, and test the waters of all things PodCast! Thank you for tuning in. You will learn: -How I started my fitness career  -How long it took me to become a professional in the sport -How important it is to never give up on your dreams -Why I started the Podcast Bikini Diaires2018-06-2211 minFit Talk with Melinda CorssinoFit Talk with Melinda CorssinoMeet & Talk with 2 of the Hottest NPC & IFBB Pro Bikini Competitors!Na'Iyma Thompson is 24 years old with an extreme passion for fitness. In particular, fitness modeling and competing. She competed nationally in the NPC bikini division. This year, she took the title of Gifted Nutrition's Model Olympian in Vegas. She was featured in the rising star section in the May issue of Oxygen magazine, and aired on HSN for Tony Little's total body treadmill show. Na'lyma is also modeling for suitsyouswimwear @ www.suitsyouswimwear.com. She absolutely loves what she does and aspires to become a pro in the IFBB. Na'lyma has high hopes in furthering her fitness career and inspiring others t...2016-01-081h 01