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SANDY ARAVE; Rodeo Mom to Masters Champion, Living through Grief, Don’t Chase The Card, Say Yes More

Release Date: 01/23/2026

NAOMI JORDAN; Navigating the Fear of Starting, To Continue to Compete or Not?, Spiritual Gifts, Dental Hygiene

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

In today’s episode, I sit down with IFBB Pro Naomi Jordan, a registered dental hygienist who found bodybuilding as both a creative outlet and a space for personal growth. She began training in the gym around 2013, stepped on stage for the first time in 2022, and earned her Pro card in 2023 at just her third show. Naomi shares her journey of navigating uncertainty, listening to her inner voice, and balancing faith, career, and competing at a high level. We talk about the fear of getting started, evolving your relationship with the sport, and how to decide whether continuing to compete...

SANDY ARAVE; Rodeo Mom to Masters Champion, Living through Grief, Don’t Chase The Card, Say Yes More

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

In today’s episode, I sit down with IFBB Pro Sandy Arave, a 55-year-old high school counselor whose path to bodybuilding success is anything but conventional. Sandy began competing in 2022 and earned her Pro card at North Americans in 2024. In 2025, she made her Pro debut and went on to win two Pro shows in the 55+ categories. Before bodybuilding, Sandy lived a very different competitive life as a barrel racer, competing at professional rodeos. Her journey into the sport came alongside navigating grief, health challenges, and major life transitions. This conversation is an honest look...

KATHRYN CAVANAGH; Overseas Travel, Make it Easy, When do you Become a Bodybuilder?, Posing Standards

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

In today’s episode, I sit down with IFBB Pro Kathryn Cavanagh, a former primary school teacher who discovered bodybuilding, fell in love with the process, and eventually turned her passion for posing into a full-time career. After six years competing in the NPC, Kathryn earned her Pro card in Japan in November 2024, proving that patience, consistency, and feedback-driven growth matter. Kathryn shares what it really takes to compete internationally, how to build longevity in the sport, and why posing should look effortless, not exhausting. TOPICS COVERED -Staying with a...

AYSE MORGAN; Natural & Succeeding, Check Your Boxes, Environment Change, Prove it to Yourself

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

In today’s episode, I sit down with IFBB Pro Ayse Morgan, a 22-year-old natural bikini competitor and coach with Pro Physiques. She stepped on stage for the first time at just 19 in 2023, earned her Pro card at 2024 USAs, and soon after made her Pro debut at the Ben Weider Naturals where she placed 6th. We talk about the unique pressure of turning Pro at a young age, staying grounded, and what it really takes to level up as both an athlete and a coach. TOPICS COVERED -Managing pressure and expectations -Turning Pro young and navigating the sport -Balancing prep and improvement season...

BELLA BOS; Prep without Sacrifice, College Life as a Competitor, Challenging Health Anxiety, Show Day Gone Wrong, Self-Belief

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

In today’s episode, I sit down with IFBB Pro Bella Bos, a 23-year-old Canadian athlete who recently graduated from Queen’s University and is now fully pursuing her bodybuilding and coaching career. Bella began competing in 2024, took a short but intentional offseason, and went on to earn her Pro card in 2025 at only her fourth show. Bella opens up about mindset, maturity, and the balance required to chase big goals while still living life fully. From navigating prep through university to defining her worth outside of placings, this episode is packed with wisdom from such a young but...

TAYLOR CROWELL; Dead Last to Olympia, Humanize the Hard, Is it a Fluke?, Love your Evolution, Competitor Things

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

In today’s episode, I sit down with IFBB Pro Taylor Crowell, an online coach, and all-around bodybuilding lover. She has spent the last several years learning, growing, and evolving through every phase of this sport — from the stage to the off-season and everything in between. Her mission is to help others experience that same kind of growth—physically, mentally, and emotionally. She is all about finding the balance between the grit and the glam, showing up with intention, and leading from the front as both an athlete and a coach. TOPICS COVERED -low placings do not dictate your...

MALLORY ENNIS; Bodybuilding and Family, Consistency over Perfection, Faith Always

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

In today’s episode, I sit down with IFBB Pro Mallory Ennis — a mom, business owner, and women’s online wellness coach with a powerful story of resilience and faith. Mallory began competing in 2014, stepping on stage 10–15 times in just two seasons before taking an eight-year break to get married and start her family. She and her husband returned to the stage together in 2023, and in 2025, Mallory earned her Pro card at North Americans, just months after her husband earned his. Her journey is full of perspective, healing, and honesty, and I know so many women will see themselves...

RACHEL FARGANIS; Imposter Syndrome, Adjusting Schedule for Family Balance, Focal Myositis, Grit in Uncertainty

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

In today’s episode, I chat with IFBB Pro Rachel Farganis, a 40-year-old mom of two, full-time professional photographer, who lives in St. Paul, Minnesota. She is a former D1 sprinter and high jumper. After dealing with a string of autoimmune issues and becoming a mom, fitness took a bit of a backseat. But, around 2018, a fellow photographer started their bodybuilding journey and it sparked a flame in her life. She dove in head first in 2019, and hasn’t looked back since. TOPICS COVERED -prepping for the first time during COVID -competing as a mom -finding the right coach -balancing...

Confessions of a Fit Model Pro?! Big Announcement for 2026

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

This episode includes a HUGE announcement for 2026. I haven't shared this anywhere with anyone yet! I cannot wait for what's to come and figured I would throw in a little teaser from a mini off the cuff interview done with fit model pro Emily Chanel when she won her pro card at the Pittsburgh Sports Power and Fitness Festival Natural Pro Qualifier securing her IFBB pro card. Connect with Celeste: Connect with Emily: https://www.instagram.com/emilychanell/

JESSICA MCLAUGHLIN; Christian Bodybuilder?, Maximize Natural Potential, Elevate your Posing, NY Jets Dancer, Go Touch Grass

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

In today’s episode, I chat with IFBB Pro Jessica McLaughlin, an active duty officer in the U.S. Air Force and former NFL Cheerleader for the New York Jets. During the 2024 season, Jessica claimed three overall NPC titles and placed 5th at the 2024 Ben Weider Natural Pro Qualifier before earning her IFBB Pro card at the 2025 North Americans. Jessica shares her journey as a natural competitor, how her faith influences her approach to bodybuilding, and the lessons she’s learned about discipline, patience, and perspective both on and off the stage. We also talk about her transition from...

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Before bodybuilding, Sandy lived a very different competitive life as a barrel racer, competing at professional rodeos. Her journey into the sport came alongside navigating grief, health challenges, and major life transitions. This conversation is an honest look at resilience, purpose, and why chasing growth matters more than chasing a card.

TOPICS COVERED

-Living and competing through grief and trauma

-Transitioning from competitive barrel racing to bodybuilding

-Building and leaning on a strong support system

-Lessons learned through failure and setbacks

-Being a role model at any age

-Prioritizing health while pursuing big goals

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