Breaking 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 could do by religion as well as policies imposed by the government. It's truly remarkable that she came from a country that did not allow bodybuilding. But not only did she go after her goals, she also exceeded them, paving way for many other Persian women to do exactly the same thing. She is now an inspiration to so many people around the world. Mahsa story is a perfect example that dreams truly do come true. 

 

In today’s episode, I’m excited to talk to Mahsa about her background and her journey to the United States. She will also share how she began competing and how she became the first Persian IFBB pro.   

So let's get close and personal!

 

Takeaways 

• Cultivate your dreams, they will one day materialize
• Work on perfecting yourself all the time
• Be patient with yourself 
• Don't let negative things said about you bring you down
• Just pay attention to the positive people in your life
• Be consistent 
• Be serious with your goals
• It's not just about training or being active, strong mindset counts
• Don't get yourself in the sport unless you are ready

 

Important Questions

[00:05:28] How many years have you been competing?

[00:05:55] When did you turn pro and where?

[00:08:56] What keeps you motivated?

[00:10:35] Why do you compete?

[00:14:12] How did you fall into a fitness journey?

[00:20:53] How did you as a family deal with the criticism from everyone else?

[00:22:33] What would a Persian woman in Iran be doing as an activity because they wouldn't be swimming?

[00:25:01] Why did you move to the US? 

[00:30:40] What advice would you give to someone in the Middle East wanting to do exactly what you're doing now?

[00:32:43] How do you break past these stereotypes of being what you are?

[00:47:35] What are your goals in this sport right now?

[00:48:46] Are you accepting clients right now?

[00:49:17] Could you tell us a little bit about Mahsa Collection?

[00:53:15] What is one advice you would give to someone wanting to become a Bikini Professional?

 

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