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Confessions of a Bikini Pro

Confessions of a Bikini Pro

By: Celeste Rains-Turk
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 The Confessions of a Bikini Pro Podcast is the only place where IFBB Bikini Pros share their struggles, strategies, stories, insights, and advice in a real, raw, and vulnerable setting. Host, Celeste Rains-Turk, dives into the parts of these professionals' lives that aren't always openly discussed in the public eye or on social media (You know, the stuff we tend to wonder about the most). The goal of this podcast is to educate, inspire, and remind other competitors, athletes, or the average gym goer that even the most elite professionals face hardships, health problems, mental obstacles, and other adversities. There are a wide range of topics discussed including, but DEFINITELY NOT limited to; post show rebound, health complications, eating disorders, mental illnesses, winning mindset, dealing with losses, judges feedback, approaches to the stage, life outside of competing, money, relationships, philosophy, pursuing passions, and SO MUCH MORE! All show notes, links, and information can be found on www.celestial.fit/podcast Make sure to SUBSCRIBE, RATE, AND REVIEW THIS PODCAST if you LOVE it as much as we do so we can continue spreading the message to people worldwide! And be sure to follow https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/ too so you never miss an episode! Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • AYSE MORGAN; Natural & Succeeding, Check Your Boxes, Environment Change, Prove it to Yourself

    AYSE MORGAN; Natural & Succeeding, Check Your Boxes, Environment Change, Prove it to Yourself
    Jan 2 2026

    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

    -Overcoming comparison

    -Working as a coach while competing

    -Staying locked in and disciplined

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH AYSE:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aysemorgan_ifbbpro/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    3:25 setting expectations

    9:33 being a natural athlete

    18:49 moving to Arizona

    22:00 finding bodybuilding

    28:57 family reaction to bodybuilding

    36:01 staying structured

    41:07 working towards feedback

    50:21 becoming a coach

    53:44 leaving a legacy

    59:20 advice for competitors

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    FOR OTHER FREE RESOURCES, LIVE EVENTS, AND WAYS TO WORK WITH CELESTE CLICK HERE
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • BELLA BOS; Prep without Sacrifice, College Life as a Competitor, Challenging Health Anxiety, Show Day Gone Wrong, Self-Belief

    BELLA BOS; Prep without Sacrifice, College Life as a Competitor, Challenging Health Anxiety, Show Day Gone Wrong, Self-Belief
    Dec 26 2025

    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 grounded athlete.

    TOPICS COVERED

    -Developing a healthy mindset in the sport

    -Defining your worth beyond the stage

    -Integrating bodybuilding into your life without letting it take over

    -Prepping without a "sacrifice mindset"

    -Eating enough to truly grow

    -Building self-belief and confidence

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH BELLA:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellabos.ifbbpro/

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bbellabos

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bellabos.ifbbpro

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:33 finding connection backstage

    6:41 what to expect as a new competitor

    13:50 prepping through college

    19:30 everything happens for a reason

    21:25 hiring her coach

    23:45 being natural athlete

    26:50 pursuing a coaching career

    29:16 focusing on growth

    34:23 putting in the work

    39:03 defining your own timeline

    48:40 putting in the work to build confidence

    50:55 crazy show day

    61:55 goals as a Pro

    69:08 advice for competitors

    CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE FOOD RELATIONSHIP COACHING SERIES

    CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE POST SHOW BLUES COACHING SERIES

    LEARN MORE AND APPLY FOR MY 5 WEEK FOOD RELATIONSHIP HEALING & DISCOVERY COACHING PROGRAM

    FOR OTHER FREE RESOURCES, LIVE EVENTS, AND WAYS TO WORK WITH CELESTE CLICK HERE
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • TAYLOR CROWELL; Dead Last to Olympia, Humanize the Hard, Is it a Fluke?, Love your Evolution, Competitor Things

    TAYLOR CROWELL; Dead Last to Olympia, Humanize the Hard, Is it a Fluke?, Love your Evolution, Competitor Things
    Nov 28 2025

    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 future

    -developing grit

    -building relationships

    -goals for the off season

    -losing more than you win

    -imposter syndrome

    -have fun

    -focus on longevity

    CONNECT WITH CELESTE:

    Website: http://www.celestial.fit

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/

    All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html

    CONNECT WITH TAYLOR:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tcrowellfit/

    TIME STAMPS

    1:00 introduction

    4:40 getting engaged

    8:17 being a competitive dancer

    13:26 handling injuries

    18:40 developing character

    24:30 having a support system

    30:19 dealing with low placings

    35:48 building in the off season

    46:00 it takes time

    52:00 sharing the journey

    57:17 thrill of the chase

    64:44 making it to the Olympia

    82:30 what's next for coaching

    89:18 advice for competitors
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    1 hr and 36 mins
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