Episode 52 is now live on all platforms and we’ve had yet another pinch me moment, welcoming @jamidebernard, IFBB Pro and founder of @fitbodyfusion to the podcast.

This was an honour simply put.

Jami has decades of experience derived from her own competitive accolades and in coaching athletes from entry level, through to the worlds very best Olympia athletes. Naturally we couldn’t wait to speak to her about her contributions to the sport, her expertise and her coaching practices, which have formed the pillars of one of the leading coaching companies in the world today.

In this episode we cover:-

• Jami’s introduction to the sport, her own competitive history and success and how that lead to the development of her coaching career;
• The evolution of the sport; inclusivity, pros and cons of the sport development and what challenges that brings;
• Specificities of coaching a bikini athlete, training and diet considerations, the importance of ensuring these are moulded to the individual athlete and how that has afforded her athletes success;
• Athlete mindset, variables to consider. The differences, if any, she has encountered managing athlete mindset at different levels of the sport;
• Fostering a strong coach/client relationship; how she feels this impacts her athletes both individually and as a team and how that influences longevity in the sport;
• Feedback management; where the value truly lies in receiving feedback and how she applies that with her athletes;
• Do’s and don’s in relation to protecting your competitive experience;

And so much more.

Jami’s energy, enthusiasm and passion for this sport is infectious and something that really shon through in the way she spoke not only about her own experience in the sport but also in how she contributes to the community she has created with her athletes and the @fitbodyfusion team.

Not one to miss!!!

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Instagram: @thebackstagebikinipodcast
Hosts: @gracemannion_ | @jadeleahegarty

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Youtube and Amazon Music.

Make sure you keep up with us on social media for previews and details about upcoming guest speakers.

Instagram: @thebackstagebikinipodcast
Hosts: @gracemannion_ | @jadeleahegarty

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Youtube and Amazon Music.

EP 51 Pittsburgh Pro Results & Review is now live on all platforms and we had the pleasure of inviting @marniefit

It was a pleasure to have Marnie return to the podcast for the second time and having stepped on this very stage herself, we couldn’t wait to hear his insight.

This is arguably one of the most competitive bikini pro lineups we’ve seen all year with 14 Olympian athletes competing on the same stage. It was an incredible showing from every single athlete that presented on that stage and we were simply blown away.

As always, these are our opinions only. We do not purport to be, nor are we, IFBB judges and our opinions are not shared to contend or question judges decisions and feedback, only to celebrate and discuss the criteria and the standard that is being set by these incredible athletes.

Make sure you tune in, and let us know your thoughts about the show. What did you think of the placings? Did it meet your expectations? Let us know!

Huge congratulations to your newest IFBB Bikini Pro @fitnessbyaims on her two time win at the Pittsburgh Pro, defending her title beautifully.

Congratulations to all of the ladies who competed, both at an amateur and professional level.

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Instagram: @thebackstagebikinipodcast
Hosts: @gracemannion_ | @jadeleahegarty

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For EP 50, we had the pleasure of welcoming a UK’s leading bikini athlete, IFBB Pro and head of The Bikini Coach, Char Ellis @char_thebikinicoach.

Char is well known across the UK for being relentless in her pursuit of her pro card and now, just off the back of her pro debut where she made a huge entrance and statement in the pro league - we couldn't wait to sit down and chat about her entire journey.

In this episode we cover:

- Her introduction to bodybuilding, sporting background and how that played a pivotal role in her competitive journey;
- Her amateur career; self doubt and mindset challenges having spent years getting within touching distance of her goals;
- How she approached her amateur shows and now professional appearances, expectations and mindset;
- Feedback following her pro win and how her training and approach has evolved to develop her physique;
- Her pro debut; being strategic in relation to her shows and why this mattered;
- How her competitive career impacts and influences both her coaching business and personal life;
- Future goals and plans

This conversation was well overdue and we know will inspire so many of you. To see how resilient you need to be as an amateur, the importance of always striving for improvement and learning to never giving up on your goal.

The future for Char is looking very promising, and we can't wait to see what she and Rob achieve, as well as Char’s team of upcoming bikini athletes.

As always, please like, comment, and share! We love to hear your feedback and whether you’re taking value forward.

Make sure you keep up with us on social media for previews and details about upcoming guest speakers.

Instagram: @thebackstagebikinipodcast
Hosts: @gracemannion_ | @jadeleahegarty

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Youtube and Amazon Music.