This week Chris and Rachel are joined by Maria Reym, who shares her journey through competitive bodybuilding and the transition that comes after stepping away from the stage.

Maria talks about the mindset shifts that happen over time, how priorities change, and the moment many athletes begin to ask themselves whether it’s time to stop competing.

We also discuss her move into coaching and judging, and how athletes can remain connected to the sport even when their role evolves.

In this episode we discuss:

• Life after competing
• Identity beyond the stage
• Mindset shifts as priorities change
• Recognising when it may be time to stop competing
• Transitioning into coaching and judging

It’s an honest conversation about the evolution many competitors eventually experience in their bodybuilding journey.

You can follow Marias journey and contact her here: https://www.instagram.com/masha_mashow/

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