Bikini Things

For those considering competing, or those who have competed before, the imporance of a strong mind is paramount to your success as an athlete. On this episode of the podcast, Laura reviews several key ways to cultivate a champion athlete’s mindset. Don’t forget to give us a 5 star rating & subscribe on your favorite podcast platform! Get social! IG @bikini_things & @laura_ifbbpro YouTube:...

On this episode of Bikini Things, Laura dives deep into 7 key signs that indicate readiness for a competition prep. These seven factors are not just physical signs, but also logistical, and mental/emotional flags that signal you may or may not be ready to get started hitting the stage in the near future. Don’t forget to give us a 5 star rating & subscribe on your favorite podcast platform! Get...

In this episode of the podcast Laura lays out 5 tips to make 2023 your best year yet as a competitor & person! You won’t want to miss it, highly requested podcast topics also get previewed at the end of the episode so stay tuned for that! Follow on social media IG: @bikinithings @laura_ifbbpro YouTube: Laura Moore-Shay moreathletics.com Season 5 Episode 3: Crush your goals & make 2023 your yea...

In this episode, Laura talks about some strategies to make it through the holiday season as sane, happy, and healthy as possible! Whether we are on prep or not, there are different challenges and strategies we can implement to find balance and work towards goals! Follow on social media at @bikini_things @laura_ifbbpro @moreathletics Season 5 Episode 2: Surviving the Holiday Season Laura Moore-Shay

We are back baby! This week’s episode is a quick one overviewing Laura’s 2022 IFBB season, the feedback and what’s next. Other topics covered: why athletes shorten their careers, is being tall a disadvantage, and what’s it like to be a self-employed as a bikini pro? You won’t want to miss it! Season 5 Episode 1: 2022 Season Recap & What's Next? Laura Moore-Shay GET SOCIAL IG: @BikiniThings @Laura_...

On this episode of the podcast, Laura sits down with Dr. Kirsten Singler, Clinical Director at Lee Regenerative Medical Institute in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Singler is Board Certified Naturopathic Doctor and is a wealth of information for athletes and non-athletes alike! She specializes in hormone replacement therapy, longevity, and functional medicine. On this episode of the podcast, La...

In this episode, Laura reviews strategies and tips to avoid excess weight gain post-show or in an off season, and also talks about personal experiences and strategies with clients. Don’t forget to rate the podcast 5 stars and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform! Apply for coaching and check out the podcast on Instagram at @bikinithings, Laura’s IG at @laura_ifbbpro and client page @moreath...

On this episode of the podcast, Founder of Toxic Angelz Bikinis Margaret Bialkin joins to talk about starting her own business, and how to design the bikini of your dreams! You won’t want to miss this episode, find out more about Toxic Angelz Bikinis and how to book a consultation here: https://booking.setmore.com/scheduleappointment/53009c0b-1cac-463b-acd7-64c738552910 Toxic Angelz Bikinis Design...

On this episode of the pod, Laura sits down with IFBB Bikini Pro, Olympian, Body by O teammate, and roommate Raphaela Milagres to play a game of 20 questions! Rapha is a bikini pro, originally from Brazil, currently living in Southern California. She primarily works as a fitness model and is an athlete with C4 Energy and Bombshell Sportswear as well as ring girl for Triller Fight Club. Find out mo...

On this episode of the podcast Laura sits down with friend and fellow IFBB Bikini Pro Nikia Hovey. Kia is a full time school principal in Southern California, as well as a cheerleading coach, and a wife and mom of 2! Kia is a true boss lady and has an amazing mindset and work ethic, she won her pro card at NPC Universe in 2021 and did her pro debut just a few months later! You won’t want to miss t...

On this episode of the podcast Laura records solo and describes some of the big changes in her life, as well as her 2022 plans. You won’t want to miss this one! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode! You can follow the podcast on Instagram at @bikinithings and follow Laura and her clients at @laura_ifbbpro and @moreathletics Season 4 Episode 1: Laura's Big News L...

On this episode of the podcast, Laura sits down with IFBB Bikini Pro Cory Hageman. Based in Los Angeles, Cory is in nursing school and is also an online prep coach. She earned her pro card in 2021 at Jr USAs, also winning the overall! Cory then went on to place top 5 in several pro shows that same year! Cory is currently prepping herself for her 2022 season, you won’t want to miss this episode! Ge...

On this episode of the podcast, Laura sits down with Board Certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jay Calvert. Dr. Calvert has offices in both Newport Beach, CA and Beverly Hills, CA and also co-hosts his own podcast the Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery podcast. This is a great episode for anyone considering cosmetic surgery in the future, you won’t want to miss it! Want to find out more about Dr. Calvert? ht...

In this episode, Laura catches up with IFBB Bikini Pro Mahsa Akbarimehr! Mahsa is the first ever Persian IFBB Bikini Pro, pro champion, and competed in the prestigious Arnold Sports Competition in 2020. You won’t want to miss this episode! Check out Mahsa’s links and info here: IG: @Mahsa_ifbbpro Email: Mahsa.amehr@gmail.com Website relaunch is under work - Getfitwithmahsa.com Sponsors: Supplement...

In this episode of the podcast, Laura sits down with IFBB Classic Physique Pro & CEO of Precision Elite Will Sage! Will talks about his journey competing in seven national shows to finally come away with a pro card in 2019! Will then went on to place top 5 in both his pro Men’s Physique and pro Classic Physique debuts. His athletes, particularly his bikini athletes, had an exceptional year and...

On this episode of the podcast Laura sits down with 2x Bikini Olympian and online coach Lucia Malavaze. Lucia, originally from Brazil, is an amazing athlete with a strong mindset and show stopping posing routine! She is an online coach, and posing coach, and is currently just a few days away from one of the most prestigious competitions in bodybuilding, the Arnold Classic! Check out Lucia’s sponso...

In this episode of Bikini Things, Laura records a solo episode reviewing 6 examples that indicate it might be time to take a break from prepping for shows, and times she should have considered taking breaks herself. You won’t want to miss this one! From the episode, here are some notes on show costs (specifically for bikini/wellness competitors: NPC card - $135 required to enter any NPC show, good...

On this week’s episode, Laura sits down with queen of the bikini podcasts, Celeste Rains-Turk, host of the popular Confessions of a Bikini Pro podcast! Celeste not only has a bachelors degree in psychology, but also a masters in clinical mental health, and when she is not interview bikini pros she is a coach helping women build more than just a body! Celeste focuses her coaching on building positi...

In this episode, Laura sits down with IFBB Bikini Pro, 2021 Olympian, Body by O Teammate & fellow plant/dog mom Ariel Barley! Ariel, originally from San Diego, and life long athlete won an incredible FIVE overalls in her short time as an NPC athlete. She turned pro at Jr. Nationals in June 2021, and qualified for Olympia at her second pro show just one month later! Ariel is a proponent of medi...

On this episode of the podcast Laura does a quick solo episode to talk about strategies for managing the and making the most of holidays whether you are on or off prep! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe so you never miss another episode! Season 3 Episode 9: Prepping (or not!) through the holidays! Laura Moore-Shay

On this episode of the podcast Laura and Michelle sit down to talk about reverse diets! Maybe you have heard the term before, but what does it mean? And how do we reverse diet successfully after a competition? You won’t want to miss this episode! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe and give us a follow on Instagram at @bikinithings and @laura_ifbbpro & @chellekeepitfit Season 3 Episode...

On this solo episode Laura speaks about finding your balance with life, competing, and everything that comes with! Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and give us a follow on Instagram at @bikini things Laura at @lauraifbbpro and Michelle at @chellekeepitfit Season 3 Episode 7: Finding balance with life & competing Laura Moore-Shay

On this episode of Bikini Things Laura and Michelle sit down to recap their 2021 competition seasons, and talk about what’s coming next on the podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and give us a follow on Instagram at @bikinithings @laura_ifbbpro and @chellekeepitfit ! Season 3 Episode 6: 2021 Competition Season Update Laura Moore-Shay, Michelle Edwards

On this episode of Bikini Things, Laura records solo and gives an update of her prep for her IFBB pro debut! She also talks about the skills and habits that help us level up as competitors, you won’t want to miss it! Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and follow us on Instagram at @Bikini_Things and @Laura_IFBBPro @Chellekeepitfit Season 3 Episode 5: Pro Debut Prep Update & How to be a Succes...

On this episode of Bikini Things Michelle and Laura sit down to talking about traveling while competing and prepping! How do you travel and stick to a meal plan? What food can you bring on an airplane? What do you need to pack for a National Show? The ladies go into all of this and more! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast and follow Bikini Things on Instagram at @Bikini_Thi...