In today’s episode, I chat with IFBB Pro Mariska Pretorius, who began competing in 2017 and earned her Pro card in 2019. Since then, she has competed all over the world in the Pro League. Based in South Africa, Mariska offers online training, nutrition, and posing services to clients around the globe.

 

We talk about the highs and lows of her journey, including managing illness, overcoming relationship challenges, and learning to grow through image struggles. Mariska shares her mindset as a competitor, the importance of a solid support system, and how finding the right coach has made all the difference. This is a powerful conversation about resilience, self-worth, and the drive to keep pushing forward.

 

TOPICS COVERED

-Dealing with illness

-Relationship challenges with bodybuilding

-Image issues and personal growth

-Choosing the right coach

-Bodybuilding mindset

-Having a support system

 

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TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

3:30 finding bodybuilding

9:36 learning from improvement season

15:36 focusing on nutrition for growth

22:55 removing foods to change cravings

30:00 cooking during prep

32:05 the importance of routine

37:37 life outside of bodybuilding

43:47 leaving an unhealthy relationship 

56:35 giving your all

62:22 competing internationally 

65:55 choosing the right division

77:17 advice for competitors

 

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