Extreme dieting and contest prep might look glamorous on stage, but the reality is often very different. In this episode of Boss Bitch Radio, I’m breaking down the truth about restrictive diets, binge eating, and why so many women struggle with food during prep and after the show.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the all-or-nothing fitness cycle, battled food guilt, or wondered if sustainable fat loss is even possible, this conversation is for you. I’ll share what I’ve seen coaching thousands of women, the red flags to look out for, and how to build a healthier relationship with food without going to extremes.

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#ExtremeDieting #ContestPrep #BingeEatingRecovery

✨ KEY TAKEAWAYS:

00:00 Kicking things off – what really happens with long-term dieting

00:27 The truth about contest prep

01:00 Why food always becomes an issue with extreme dieting

01:19 Coaching the right way – sustainability over restriction

08:47 The diet cycle explained (and why it messes with you)

11:16 How to actually find balance with fitness and food

19:56 A peek at the Healthy and Hot Challenge

25:44 Wrapping up and how you can join in

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Jack’s in the hot seat with me today for a fun and totally unscripted couple’s Q&A! We’re going through 11 relationship questions (plus one surprise bonus question he didn’t see coming) to see where the conversation takes us. From hilarious moments to deeper, more vulnerable answers, we cover everything from the little habits we’ve picked up since dating to the surprising things we’ve learned about each other.

If you’re looking for fun relationship questions, conversation starters for couples, or just want to hear a real, unfiltered boyfriend-girlfriend chat, this episode is for you. Whether you’re dating, engaged, or married, you can steal these questions for your next date night and see what fun and maybe unexpected - answers you get!

✨ KEY TAKEAWAYS:

00:00 – Kicking things off

00:19 – 11 fun questions to ask your partner

00:36 – Looking at how our relationship works

01:37 – Funny and unexpected things we’ve learned

05:12 – Moments that had us laughing hard

06:04 – Understanding each other better

10:19 – Predictable outfits and other quirks

12:27 – What we’re excited about in the future

13:40 – Imitating each other’s reactions

14:33 – Keeping things positive

15:49 – How things have changed over the past year

16:53 – Reflecting on where we are now

20:50 – Throwback to our teenage years

24:20 – Little phrases we’ve picked up from each other

26:19 – Adventures we want to have and our goals as a couple

29:30 – Getting a bit emotional

32:18 – Wrapping up and talking about what’s next

Links Mentioned:

Sign up to our Healthy & Hot Challenge kicking off this September 22! Learn more here: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/healthy-hot-challenge

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Credits to Carleigh Ferrante @mostlydating on IG for these intimate couple questions https://www.instagram.com/mostlydating

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Ever wonder what happens after extreme diets, bodybuilding shows, or intense fitness challenges? I’m sharing my personal post-show struggles, from body image and food obsession to social anxiety, and how to recover without shame. This episode is perfect for women over 40, athletes, or anyone navigating life after big fitness goals. Learn practical tips to balance your body, mind, and health after extreme training or dieting!

#WomenOver40Fitness #WomenEmpowerment #BodybuildingRecovery

✨ KEY TAKEAWAYS:

00:00 Intro - Keeping Your Routine Real After 40

00:28 Hey! Welcome Back to Boss Bitch Radio

01:40 The Mental Rollercoaster After Diets and Competitions

02:52 My Story and Why You Can Trust Me

03:43 The Struggle of Sticking to Extreme Diets

06:35 Why Realistic Health Goals Matter

13:31 How Coaching and Support Make a Difference

21:26 Actionable Steps for Lasting Health

22:13 Healthy and Hot Challenge – Here’s What’s Coming

27:31 Wrap-Up – Come Join the Challenge

Links Mentioned:

Sign up to our Healthy & Hot Challenge kicking off this September 22nd! Learn more here: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/healthy-hot-challenge

Become a member of our Facebook group - The Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community w/Diane Flores IFBB Pro: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro/

I’m loving this Cathy Heller’s program is packed with gems. Check it out here!

https://cathyheller.samcart.com/referral/thisabundantlifebycathyheller/kLZu9Gj7RIEtBF2Q

Join the Iconic Coaching Academy! Limited 1:1 spots available - https://www.bossbitchradio.com/iconic-coaching

Hey! Have you heard of ClassPass? They’re giving an exclusive free trial (with 20 bonus credits!) only available to friends of mine. https://classpass.com/refer/U37R31GQ30