Not Just A Bikini Girl

BBC Coverage For The Industry! Massive pinch me moment to be asked to be interviewed on air to talk about all things bodybuilding and competing! As we all know there are still some misconceptions around our community and what we love so much to do. So hoping that I did our industry and sport proud today! Massive thank you to Tim Wheeler from @bbcnorthampton for having me on! For feedback, guests s...

Finishing off the rest of the topics you guys submitted as well as providing a bit of an update of where I am at. Content includes How to get rid of loose skin Sex drive on prep Skin care advise for ache Update on me For feedback, guests suggestions or just to say hi! You can contact us at hello@notjustabikinigirl.com In collaboration with KOMPAK / #1 competing store www.kompak.store

Whether you come first or last the work is never done in bodybuilding and every time you step on that stage you have achieved something amazing. Attending a lot of shows I always find people's reactions to placings very interesting. I always think there is room to be humble and considerate of the people around you . It is a choice how you conduct yourself. Content includes Being considerate of oth...

Well…..your girl got covid! It has really knocked me for six so I thought I would do and update on what has been going on behind the scenes for the last 5/6 weeks personally and with the business. I also cover off some of your topics.

Picking which federation to do can be a mindful. In this episode I talk through frequently asked questions around feds such as which one to choose and can you swap between them. Content includes Can I cross over federations How to pick a federation Experimenting different feds Opportunities available How does it change with pro status For feedback, guests suggestions or just to say hi! You can con...

Should you be posting on social media or not as a competitor? I was speaking to someone in the KOMPAK dm’s about whether posting your competing journey on social media was the done thing, which got me thinking. Content includes Navigating social media as a first timer Show as much or as little as you want How important is your personal brand Feeling the pressure For feedback, guests suggestions or...

After my first experience sitting behind the judging table I wanted to share the insights that I gained to help you. Content includes My experience judging for the first time Tips for competitors Seeing things from the judges perspective Being considerate Sticking to the criteria Do bikini colours really matter? For feedback, guests suggestions or just to say hi! You can contact us at hello@notjus...

IFBB Pro and KOMPAK athlete Chloé Margraitner joins me to talk about her competitive journey, finding your look for stage and being transparent on social media. Content includes Competing history Hardest part of being an amateur Swiss competing scene Covid restrictions Bring a different look to the stage Finding your look for stage Challenges of a long prep and competing season Business and compet...

Ryan is a seasoned competitor and has been competing since 2009. It was great to gain an insight into his journey, particularly learning about his journey to his pro card, in a time when you only got the opportunity once a year. Content includes Journey to pro card 2016 Olympia Achilles’ injury Losing the passion Balancing family life International shows Future plans Mindset tips for prep Working...

Not sure on the do’s and don’ts with posing coaches? Well here is the episode for you! I cover off how to ensure you nail the basics as well as answering the frequently asked, should I change posing coaches? Content includes Learning the fundamentals When to change posing coaches Learning different things from different people My posing coaches For feedback, guests suggestions or just to say hi! Y...

It was great to have KOMPAK athlete, Allison on to talk through her competing journey so far. We covered her journey to Elite Pro and taking the big decision to return to the amateur ranks in the hunt for an IFBB Pro card, plus much much more! Content includes competing history including journey before NPC/Pro League struggles she has peaking her physique staying true to herself and speaking her m...

Audrey Kaipio, The Champion maker, joins me to talk all things stage presentation and confidence. I have been working with Audrey on my posing and I am really excited to share some of the things I have learnt. This is one not to miss, particularly if you are looking to compete with fitness fashion federations.   Content includes Nerves on your first posing lesson Audrey approach to teaching P...

Answering your questions from an IG questions box a few weeks back. Content includes Coping with body image post show How to move to eating intuitively/not obsess over calorie counting post show What bikini colours do I think will be popular this year Favourite off plan meal What do I like and dislike the most in the bodybuilding industry Who would I like to have on the podcast How do I approach f...

What are the things you need to consider before being coached by your partner? Joe joins me on this podcast so we can chat about what the past few months have been like with Joe being my coach, including the things I needed to consider before taking the leap and how Joe finds coaching me. Content includes How it started why not sooner worries about effect on relationship don't shit where you eat h...

Ever wondered what it is like to compete internationally and some of the challenges that come with that? Well, Johanna is a German IFBB Bikini Pro who has competed across Europe and has experienced the challenges, anxieties and language barriers that come with that. She tells us all about her experiences competing as an amateur in Germany and internationally, her journey to her pro card as well as...

We all have that one pro that we have been following for years, and for me that is Casey. It was great to have Casey on to talk about being your own coach, staying true to yourself and achieving longevity in this sport. Plus much much more. This was a great episode and I am sure you will take a lot away from it. Content includes About Casey Her experiences before she turned pro Last Olympia low do...

Ever wondered what it takes to be an Olympian? Or what it is really like backstage at the Olympia? 2x figure Olympian Rhea Gayle joins me to talk through what it is like to be an Olympian, how she has developed her mindset and her plans for the future. Of course, there also had to be some dog talk included! Content includes Dog talk Dealing with overwhelm How to stay grounded while being successfu...

Putting yourself out there can feel daunting, even when you have been doing something for years. By putting yourself out there you might come up against rejection. In this episode I talk about my experiences and how I handle this. There are people out there that might not see your worth but don’t let it deter you! For feedback, guests suggestions or just to say hi! You can contact us at hello@notj...

What you need to know about skin prep and hair removal before your show! Please note that this is a guide and everyone’s skin is different, so make sure you read all product labels and patch test before using products. Skin Prep Content - why you must nail your skin prep - what people forget the most! - how your skin, PH and hormones can change over prep and what to be aware of - what skin prep pr...

Bikini girl and KOMPAK athlete Jenny Hamilton joins me to talk about how she uses manifestation to help her achieve her goals. Content includes Manifesting and law of attraction How she manifested being sponsored by KOMPAK and Black Ice Bikinis Intentions Goal setting Habit building Being coached by your partner Coffee talk For feedback, guests suggestions or just to say hi! You can contact us at...

Is your environment serving you? and is it helping you to achieve your goals? Slightly different episode this week delving into how your environment can contribute to and improve your mindset. It really can help you when looking to achieve your goals. For feedback, guests suggestions or just to say hi! You can contact us at hello@notjustabikinigirl.com In collaboration with KOMPAK / #1 competing s...

Part 2 of the mini money series ‘Money just falls into your lap’ ‘That’s way too expensive’ ‘It’s easy for you to have this mindset’ A year ago I had these thoughts about other people around me and money. Little did I know these beliefs and self-limiting thoughts were doing nothing for me and my goals both inside and outside this sport. This episode I talk about my progress with my own money minds...

Competing can be expensive but do not fear I am here to help you budget for your next season. As well as give you some of the tricks of the trade in terms of when and where to save money and where you really shouldn’t scrimp. Content includes When to save and not save with competing Purchases - bikini, shoes, jewellery, tan, make-up, hair etc. Easiest way not to waste money Importance of the compe...

Dating and relationships can be a hard thing to navigate as a competitor. Martina joins me to share her experiences and give you guys some tips. Content includes dating someone new when in prep/offseason date night when in a relationship how to educate your other half about competing body image sex life being a competitor Martina’s IG: @theothermartina For feedback, guests suggestions or just to s...

A quick update on life and business. Plus an insight into some big decisions I have made recently. Content Includes Taking big personal investments Curiosity is key Competing plans Setting up life for prep Lockdown life For feedback, guests suggestions or just to say hi! You can contact us at hello@notjustabikinigirl.com In collaboration with KOMPAK / #1 competing store www.kompak.store