In this episode, I was so excited to get the opportunity to chat with Courtney Willis (@courtneyawillis), an NPC Bikini Athlete and Elite Fitness (@elitefitnessbhm) Marketing Director & Lifestyle Coach. We talk all about her journey into bikini competitions and how she really discovered her passion and calling for this sport during a time when she least expected it. We also reminisce on our former passions and how everything always works out the way it's supposed to. 

Welcome back! In this episode, I chat with Alex Grant (@alexgrant.xo), a former Elite Gymnast, one-time bikini competitor, and now Mindfulness + Heart Work Coach. We chat about her experience as a gymnast, what her bikini competition was like, and the guiding principle she uses now: is it helpful or harmful? 

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In my longest episode yet, I sit down (virtually) with Amy-Kate, or @dreams_and_dumbbells, as many of you may know her from Instagram. Amy is an inspiration to over 10,000 of you, myself included. We talk about her entrance into the fitness world, her experience with her PCA bikini competition in June of 2021, the 8 months of training leading up to it, and the months of recovery following it. Be sure to listen to every motivational minute and continue to follow Amy's journey on Instagram! 

Welcome back for the first full episode of Season 2! In this episode I delve into the history of bikini competitions (hint: it's probably not what you think) and talk about competition requirements, costs, and the sheer mental and physical fortitude it takes to compete. 

Sources used for today's episode: 

http://npcnewsonline.com/bikini-rules/

https://ifbb.com/the-founding-fathers-ben-and-joe-weider/

https://www.pcaofficial.com/criteria

https://6bfc3091-7500-494b-9838-2fa2750d33f9.filesusr.com/ugd/609e3c_a8174fe86df142a2b6520ce0cc7be811.pdf

https://www.muscleandfitness.com/muscle-fitness-hers/hers-features/guide-your-first-bikini-competition/

https://www.muscleandfitness.com/muscle-fitness-hers/hers-workouts/bikini-competition-workout-plan-phase-1/

https://www.muscleandfitness.com/muscle-fitness-hers/hers-nutrition/12-weeks-competition-body-diet-plan/

https://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/a19973739/bikini-competition/

https://www.bodybuilding.com/content/class-confusion-how-to-find-your-fit-in-physique-competition.html

https://www.muscleandfitness.com/flexonline/flex-news/the-evolution-of-female-bodybuilding/

https://www.lifestylewithleah.com/bikini-competition-cost/

Long time, no see, huh? I hope you didn't think you'd gotten rid of me! I'm back again for another season of delving into topics I have loads of curiosity about, but not enough information. This season I'm talking about the ever controversial bikini competitions. From the history and background to interviewing the women who have actually competed, this season is going to be a good one. Thanks for sticking around and please subscribe, rate, and review! 

In this week's episode, Hannah sits down with her friend and husband's cousin, Sam Fresquez. Listen as the two talk about food, anxiety, vegetarianism, beauty products, and Hannah's bachelorette party. A little dose of everything. 

In this episode, Hannah sits down with her mom and grandma to have a discussion about their relationships with food across three generations: Boomer, Gen X, and Millennial. 

Sources mentioned in this episode: 

What different generations look for in food: https://www.nutraceuticalsworld.com/contents/view_online-exclusives/2016-08-22/consumer-perceptions-of-food-vary-by-generation/

Facts about MSG: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/monosodium-glutamate/faq-20058196

https://health.usnews.com/health-news/blogs/eat-run/articles/2018-10-10/scientists-have-known-msg-is-safe-for-decades-why-dont-most-americans

In this episode, Hannah welcomes her first guest: her husband, Rhett. The two talk about their differing views on food and the gendered stereotypes that come with it. Rhett also answers questions posed by some of Hannah's followers and listeners. 

In this solo episode, Hannah briefly talks about eating disorders, the history of women's relationships with their bodies, and her own past and present relationship with food.

Eating Disorder Resources:

https://anad.org/get-informed/about-eating-disorders/eating-disorders-statistics/

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/eating-disorders

 If you or a loved one are struggling with an eating disorder, please reach out to (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders) ANAD for support at [email protected] or 312-262-6897.

"Origin Story" of Women Starting to Feel Body Pressure

https://www.livescience.com/18131-women-thin-dieting-history.html

Research on Adolescence Food Behaviors 

https://doi.org/10.2752/175174411X13046092851433 

In this trailer for the podcast, Hannah discusses what the podcast will cover and why she created it.