In this heartfelt conversation, Brittany and I discuss the challenges of resilience, personal growth, and the importance of communication in relationships. Brittany shares her journey as a mother navigating her daughter's leukemia diagnosis, reflecting on the weight of being seen as the 'strong friend' and the need for self-advocacy. Together we explore the significance of boundaries, the role of community support, and the lessons learned through parenting. The conversation emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself and the power of vulnerability in fostering deeper connections.

Where to find today's guest:

IG: @sunshine_n_sif @fight_for_eden

Please use the links below to learn more about Eden and how you can help. Any amount you can donate, no matter how small, will be greatly appreciated.

Website: gofund.me/9ceba0b7 or linktr.ee/fightforeden

Follow & engage with me:

www.refinedstrengthcoaching.com

IG: @rachelsedwickifbb & @refined.strength.coaching

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KHCustoms Posing & Stage Suits: RACHELS

Cured Nutrition: RACHELS (15% off)

Synergistic Labs: REFINED

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In this episode, I’m joined by Kayleigh reflect on our year of growth since leaving our former company to start their own coaching businesses. We discuss the challenges we faced, the evolution of our coaching styles, and the importance of authenticity and humility in our practices. You'll hear us talk about embracing failures and the power of being surrounded by inspiring individuals who are driven to grow and evolve themselves, and how that can bring on personal growth. Finally, you'll hear us touch on the importance of aligning one's business with personal values and the freedom that comes with being one's own boss.

Where to find today’s guest:

IG: @cupcakemuscle

Website: https://www.cupcakemuscle.com/

Follow & engage with me:

www.refinedstrengthcoaching.com

IG: @rachelsedwickifbb & @refined.strength.coaching

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Core Nutritionals Supplements: RACHEL gets you 20% off

KHCustoms Posing & Stage Suits: RACHELS

Cured Nutrition: RACHELS (15% off)

Synergistic Labs: REFINED

Jawku Massage Guns: RACHELS

Tawna shares her journey from being an IFBB Bikini Pro to becoming a gym owner, published model, and living a truly fulfilling life. She discusses the challenges she faced with her health and the transition to a new identity beyond competing. We emphasize the importance of community in business and the significance of pursuing personal passions. Tawna emphasizes the need for balance in life--especially in relationships--and encourages listeners to follow their dreams without fear of what others may think.

Where to find today’s guest:

IG: @tawnaeubanksmccoy @hidden_gym

Website: www.hiddengym.net

Follow & engage with me:

www.refinedstrengthcoaching.com

IG: @rachelsedwickifbb & @refined.strength.coaching

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Cured Nutrition: RACHELS (15% off)

Synergistic Labs: REFINED

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A very special, off schedule episode for a very special person: the first new coach for Refined Strength, Jessica Best.

Jess and I have been good friends and until exactly a year ago, we were coworkers at our now former company. We've both grown a lot since then, and many stars have aligned that brought us to this big step for both of us. Listen for all the details and the "why" behind this move, from both of our perspectives.

@rachelsedwickifbb

@jessica.e.best

@refined.strength.coaching

Jess IS taking on clients--if you'd like to work with either of us, apply on www.refinedstrengthcoaching.com

Discount Codes:

Core Nutritionals Supplements: RACHEL gets you 20% off

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Cured Nutrition: RACHELS (15% off)

Synergistic Labs: REFINED

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Matt and Destin are the owners of Sculpt Birmingham in downtown Birmingham, Alabama. They discuss their experiences in the fitness industry, the challenges they've faced, and the lessons they've learned and how simply being yourself and owning everything about who you are and your mission is the best pathway to success in business. They emphasize the importance of customer service, transparency, and perseverance in running a successful gym. We highlight the need for continuous learning, pushing boundaries, and finding passion in what you do.

Where to find today’s guest:

IG: @matthewfosterfitness @theglamglutes @sculptbham

Website: www.sculptbham.com

Follow & engage with me:

www.refinedstrengthcoaching.com

IG: @rachelsedwickifbb & @refined.strength.coaching

Discount Codes:

Core Nutritionals Supplements: RACHEL gets you 20% off

KHCustoms Posing & Stage Suits: RACHELS

Cured Nutrition: RACHELS (15% off)

Synergistic Labs: REFINED

Jawku Massage Guns: RACHELS

Meg Santa Barbara is taking no shit on her way to her Wellness Pro Debut—After going pro in figure in 2018, briefly switching to WPD, taking a year off of bodybuilding to going all in on her goals of switching to wellness despite what the reddit crusaders have to say—she is a great representation of staying in your lane with blinders on, eyes on the dream, enjoying the process. In this episode we talked a lot about the various pieces of this journey, with the main theme being taking care of one’s mental health and identity as a bodybuilder. Functional health, mental health, physical health, all matter pretty equally when it comes to reaching elite level goals, and a coach that understands this will always add more value to their clients’ lives than those who choose only to focus on winning at all costs.

Follow & Engage with Meg:

IG: @dr.meg_scoobyhealth

Reach out to Meghan for Coaching (functional, competitive, & consultations) here

https://scoobyhealth.com/pages/meghansantabarbara

Follow & engage with me:

www.refinedstrengthcoaching.com

IG: @rachelsedwickifbb & @refined.strength.coaching

Discount Codes:

Core Nutritionals Supplements: RACHEL gets you 20% off

KHCustoms Posing & Stage Suits: RACHELS

Cured Nutrition: RACHELS (15% off)

Synergistic Labs: REFINED

Jawku Massage Guns: RACHELS

Brittney is a bodybuilding & lifestyle coach with Tomanek Trained as well as a competitive athlete currently transitioning into the Wellness Division. If you know Brittney, you know she takes up space with her big personality and strong sense of self. In this episode we talked about what our respective journeys have looked like over the years in finding our purpose and becoming who we are today. We discuss the importance of alignment and finding joy in the bodybuilding journey, and delve into the power of self-love, the ability to set boundaries, and the importance of asking for help in order to level up and truly grow.

Follow & Engage with Britt:

IG: @brittneyjusticee

Reach out to Brittney for Coaching here:

https://tomanektrained.com/full-coaching-services-w-brittney-apply/

The man, the myth, the legend: Dynamite D AKA David DeMesquita, owner and head coach of DeMesquita Nutrition. David is well known in our industry as not just an elite level bodybuilding coach of olympians, but an exceptional functional health coach and all around good person. We had a great time talking about the art of peaking and the nuances that come with peaking bikini athletes vs open bodybuilders, the benefits of micr0dosing, the power of slowing down to be present, even in our fast-paced, high stakes world, and much more.

Follow & engage with me:

www.refinedstrengthcoaching.com

IG: @rachelsedwickifbb & @refined.strength.coaching

Where to find today’s guest:

IG: @dynamite_d @demesquitanutrition

Youtube: David DeMesquita

Discount Codes:

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KHCustoms Posing & Stage Suits: RACHELS

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Synergistic Labs: REFINED

Jawku Massage Guns: RACHELS

Eleni Polites is an IFBB WPD and Figure pro and a good friend of mine made through the connected world of bodybuilding. She's also an Occupational therapist specializing in neck, shoulder and arm/hand therapy. She's based in the greater Seattle area but holds the value of helping anyone and everyone she can, from wherever she is, however she can.

On this episode we spoke about how her journey in bodybuilding & turning pro and her professional career in OT has shaped her into the person she is today, leading her to create the relationships she has with other athletes and ultimately a side hustle of bodywork to improve athletic performance. Listen for wisdom on developing a growth mindset, resilience through setbacks, and a long-term vision and belief in yourself as a person and as an athlete.

Follow & engage with me:

www.refinedstrengthcoaching.com

IG: @rachelsedwickifbb & @refined.strength.coaching

Where to find today’s guest:

IG: @epolites9

Discount Codes:

Core Nutritionals Supplements: RACHEL gets you 20% off

KHCustoms Posing & Stage Suits: RACHELS

Cured Nutrition: RACHELS (15% off)

Synergistic Labs: REFINED

Jawku Massage Guns: RACHELS

How do you choose the perfect combination of fabric color, crystal color & placement, design, connectors, and cut when it comes to your stage suit? How do you know you'll fit perfectly into the suit you order?

I got to have a great talk to owner of KHCustoms Krista Haynes about all things stage suits, as well as learn more about her business and origin story. In this episode you'll learn about the timeline of ordering a custom suit, the work that goes into it, and everything else to take into consideration when it comes to looking your best on stage in accordance with your budget and design ideas.

Order your KHCustoms stage suit, posing suit, beach bikini, or stage accessories here: https://www.khcustoms.com/

Use code RACHELS for a discount!

Find today's guest:

@khcustoms

@krista.haynes

Follow & engage with me:

www.refinedstrengthcoaching.com

IG: @rachelsedwickifbb & @refined.strength.coaching

Discount Codes:

Core Nutritionals Supplements: RACHEL

KHCustoms Posing & Stage Suits: RACHELS

Cured Nutrition: RACHELS

Synergistic Labs: REFINED

Jawku Massage Guns: RACHELS