Strength + Self

6 red flags that I have seen from personal trainers in many different countries. As a past PT, I know these aren’t acceptable actions or traits and it’s important to address these. If you have a personal trainer, be on the lookout for these flags and know what’s not acceptable. This is your body, and these shouldn’t be overlooked.

I try to do my part to respectfully speak up about things like this in the industry to lead by example and encourage others to be better. This isn’t a ‘hit’ on anyone, but common things I’ve seen that aren’t acceptable.

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It’s not my ‘job’ as a bikini competitor to show you all the highs and lows during prep, but as an influencer with a decent social media following and as an educated coach (albeit for lifestyle clients) I believe I have a responsibility to be honest and share all of it.

Here’s an insight into a few incredibly hard days (and the mindset) being a few days out from my first competition of the year, and how I choose to ‘suck it up’ (spoiler: because I know my plan and my protocols.)

Whether or not you compete or have any interest in this sport, this episode comes with my honesty, my respect and a great analogy about ‘new levels of hard’ that can be applied to anything in life.

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I had a conversation with Coach Kayla from CFL Coaching about ego training. What is it? How do we find it and 'fix it' (if needed) in training? We share our experiences as athletes with ego training, and when we see it with our clients too. Hope this gives you some insight into your own training with some valuable takeaways at the end.

Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/f5u0exM38RE

Follow Kayla on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaylamauws.fitness

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I got to talk with Atlas Bodybuilding teammate and my CFL Coaching assistant coach Kayla Weaver about her experience through her first NPC Bikini Competition (May 2022). Her and I worked together like a 'pre prep' but the challenges and protocols she experienced were harder than she thought. Listen to her experiences, challenges and insights.

Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/s02JexWCme4

Follow Kayla on IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaylamauws.fitness

For coaching inquiries visit my website (click the Coaching tab for program specifics and inquiry form)

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There are a lot of things that physique competitors do during their prep that honestly can—and should—be applied to many people in every day life. These are four things that I do because of prep, that I truly believe will add value to your days and you can begin to apply them today.

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The first 'guest' chat on the Courtney For Life Podcast with my 3 team coaches! Meet these 3 incredible industry leading Queens, enjoy the conversations, and throw a little rapid fire Q session at the end.

Follow each of them on IG:

Kayla: www.instagram.com/kaylamauws.fitness

Rachel: www.instagram.com/rad.with.rachel

Michelle: www.instagram.com/well.with.michelle

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Anyone can make a to do list, but I'm sharing my personal best tips on how to level up your organization and success skills with your schedule and lists!

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Being an influencer comes with a lot of responsibilities, and IMHO: a lot of influencers don’t take their power seriously, especially in the fitness (health/wellness) industry.

The important context (like warnings, disclaimers, research, evidence) isn’t flashy or interesting, so a lot of people overlook it (whether to write/share it or to read it), and I think influencers (also online coaches!) need to be better at leading by example and doing this work.

"With great power comes great responsibility."

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Sparked by a conversation from one of my competition friends about trying to find the balance within a (new) relationship, and goals when it comes to nutrition. I share my POV, experiences and encouragements for her to navigate and to have her balance to still nail her nutrition-aligned needs and goals with her relationship and going out to restaurants.

Connection and moments like this are so important in a relationship. I have found my perfect balance over 2.5 years with my (now) husband to continue having date night every week even when I'm deep into prep.

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An update on my 'new' Hormone Replacement Therapy procedure; a personal share into why I actually need this and the responses in my body after 10 days.

This is not any kind of medical advice or intended to help others. This is simply my experience, my personal choices based on my body's hormonal needs, and my journey through my healthcare especially over the last 6 months.

For coaching inquiries visit my website (click the Coaching tab for program specifics and inquiry form)

Website: www.courtneyforlife.com

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Instagram team page: www.instagram.com/cflcoaching

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: Courtney For Life

My Macros+ nutrition tracking: CourtneyU