Strength + Self

Strength + Self

By Courtney UstrzyckiHealth & Fitness
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Strength + Self episodes

  • 129: insights into my own post show phase

    Navigating my own post show phase over the last 6 weeks, including:

    • Finding my calorie sweet spot in a surplus
    • Measuring proper data points with skin-fold calipers and measurements
    • Expected weekly rate of weight gain and off-season weight projection
    • Different training split & working timing
    • New IV therapy & sky-high blood test results
    • Rate of food reintroduction & fiber increases
    • When I’m getting back into check ins with my coach

    • Coaching inquiries (lifestyle, competition prep, posing): ⁠⁠www.courtneyforlife.com⁠⁠

      Subscribe to my Self Made wellness app: ⁠⁠https://selfmade.mvt.so/⁠⁠ 

      Join me on IG: ⁠⁠instagram.com/courtney_ifbbpro⁠⁠ 

      28 min
    • 128: Staying on track with your prep/goals while keeping your relationship strong

      Competing in bodybuilding brings its own set of challenges, and trying to find harmony with a relationship can sometimes feel tricky—especially when your partner doesn't share the same fitness lifestyle or goals. But it’s possible to maintain a strong connection without compromising your goals.

      10 personal insights/experiences and helpful suggestions to manage and maintain harmony in your relationship with your prep goals.


      Mentioned episode, 093: Dating a Competitor 

      https://open.spotify.com/episode/0S2VtVDVnqK5VJVikOKxbr?si=f7931ee566844335 


      Coaching inquiries (lifestyle, competition prep, posing): ⁠www.courtneyforlife.com⁠

      Subscribe to my Self Made wellness app: ⁠https://selfmade.mvt.so/⁠ 

      Join me on IG: ⁠instagram.com/courtney_ifbbpro⁠ 

      15 min
    • 127: Challenges and opportunities that come with off season

      Off-season can be mentally and physically challenging, but it’s where the real progress is made. It’s where we grow the most, mentally and physically. It’s where we develop our inner and outer strength. We build mental resilience. We realign our purpose and fine-tune our focus. It’s where our WHY shines, it’s what tells us if you really want to continue doing this, and our reason for showing up day after day, regardless of having no goal in sight, just growth.

      In this episode, I share 7 important elements of off season and personal tools that I apply for off season success - with myself and my prep clients.


      Coaching inquiries (lifestyle, competition prep, posing): www.courtneyforlife.com

      Subscribe to my Self Made wellness app: https://selfmade.mvt.so/ 

      Join me on IG: instagram.com/courtney_ifbbpro 

      17 min
    • 126: 2024 competition season wrap & improvement season plans

      In this episode, I share:

      • 3x judge’s feedback from Mexico Grand Battle
      • areas I want/need to focus on and improve (beyond my physique but in my daily life as well)
      • my improvement season goals (personal and professional)
      • anticipated challenges (hint: my health)
      • how long of a growth season I think is required
      • my biggest lesson from this prep season
      • Coaching inquiries (lifestyle, competition prep, posing): ⁠⁠www.courtneyforlife.com⁠⁠

        Subscribe to my Self Made wellness app: ⁠⁠https://selfmade.mvt.so/⁠⁠

        Join me on IG: ⁠⁠instagram.com/courtney_ifbbpro⁠

        25 min
      • 125: You don’t learn if you quit & keeping focused amongst big competition

        In this epi, I share real-time feels and fears, in peak week of my 2nd (and final) competition of my 2024 season.

        • pushing improvements since my last show (Vancouver Pro in July)
        • being uncertain if I’ve made enough improvements as expected
        • facing my fears as opposed to backing out
        • how I’m staying focused on myself when I’m about to step on stage amongst big competition (Olympians!)
        • my 5 goals I've set for this competition that I am confident I will achieve
        • Coaching inquiries (lifestyle, competition prep, posing): www.courtneyforlife.com

          Subscribe to my Self Made wellness app: https://selfmade.mvt.so/

          Join me on IG: instagram.com/courtney_ifbbpro

          24 min
        • 124: WTF does 'prep is hard' mean?

          We usually know going into prep that it's going to be hard, but what that looks and feels like really hits differently when we get into it.

          Listen to this epi as I ask coaches, and first-time and experienced competitors what does 'prep is hard' look and feel like for them, based on their experiences. This shows that even after a few preps, there are still challenges and limiting beliefs that we need to break through.


          Coaching inquiries (lifestyle, competition prep, posing): www.courtneyforlife.com

          Subscribe to my Self Made wellness app: https://selfmade.mvt.so/

          Join me on IG: instagram.com/courtney_ifbbpro

          14 min
        • 123: Best tips for training during travel

          Best tips and navigation tools to consider applying for your workouts when you’re traveling (hotel, resort, vacation, etc)

          Mentioned episode: ⁠⁠84: Understanding Effective Reps⁠⁠


          Physique transformation: ⁠⁠www.courtneyforlife.com/coaching⁠

          Fitness app: ⁠⁠www.courtneyforlife.com/cflapp⁠⁠

          IG: ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/courtneyforlife_⁠

          IG team page: ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/cflcoaching⁠

          YouTube: ⁠⁠www.youtube.com/@courtneyforlife

          21 min
        • 122: Finding & Breaking my own Limiting Beliefs
          Recently discovering my own glass ceilings and limitations (more so around prep-related ‘things’ - but applicable and impactful in all areas of life.)
          Physique transformation: www.courtneyforlife.com/coaching
          Fitness app: www.courtneyforlife.com/cflapp
          IG: www.instagram.com/courtneyforlife_
          IG team page: www.instagram.com/cflcoaching
          YouTube: www.youtube.com/@courtneyforlife
          33 min
        • 121: Mexico Grand Battle Bikini Pro Show Weekend
          Topics include:
          - 15 weeks and peak week going into the Mexico Grand Battle Bikini Pro Competition
          - most insane travel shenanigans possible in Mexico City
          - revealing my self sabotage that has held me back in preps
          - competition experience, feedback, personal reflection
          - answering your Qs (what I’m most proud of, one thing I wish I could change, something new I learned, what peak week looks like, forbidden foods)
          - 2024 competition plans?
          Prep team: www.instagram.com/atlasbodybuilding
          Prep coach: www.instagram.com/the.mexecutioner
          Posing coach: www.instagram.com/__4bidden__ www.instagram.com/katwalk_academy
          For lifestyle and pre-prep coaching inquiries: www.courtneyforlife.com/coaching
          Website: www.courtneyforlife.com
          Join my fitness app: www.courtneyforlife.com/cflapp
          IG: www.instagram.com/courtneyforlife_
          IG team page: www.instagram.com/cflcoaching
          YouTube: www.youtube.com/@courtneyforlife
          47 min
        • 120: Disappointments, Deflecting Compliments, Pro Debut Feedback
          Topics include:
          - rabbit hole of astrology, human design & new moon
          - disappointments in valued relationships
          - what deflecting compliments looks like and why you need to stop
          - judge’s feedback from my pro show; what I need to change in my physique
          
- Rapid fire: matching gym fits, pork oats, and more
          YouTube video explaining bikini criteria requirements: https://youtu.be/Zj1kZvU1r8Q
          Prep team: www.instagram.com/atlasbodybuilding
          Prep coach: www.instagram.com/the.mexecutioner
          Posing coach: www.instagram.com/__4bidden__ www.instagram.com/katwalk_academy
          Team coaches & new testimonials: www.courtneyforlife.com/coaches
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          For lifestyle and pre-prep coaching inquiries: www.courtneyforlife.com/coaching
          Website: www.courtneyforlife.com
          Join my fitness app: www.courtneyforlife.com/cflapp
          IG: www.instagram.com/courtneyforlife_
          IG team page: www.instagram.com/cflcoaching
          YouTube: www.youtube.com/@courtneyforlife
          28 min

        About Strength + Self

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        Where physical discipline meets emotional intelligence. Hosted by IFBB Bikini Pro and transformation coach Courtney Ustrzycki, this podcast gives you real strategies for training, mindset, confidence,…

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