In today’s episode, I chat with IFBB Pro Sarah Bornemiss, a 42-year-old mom of two, business owner, and former marathon runner who started bodybuilding at age 47 as a bucket list goal. She earned her Pro card at the 2023 Masters Nationals and now inspires others with her faith, resilience, and purpose. Sarah owns a business providing ABA therapy for children on the autism spectrum and is passionate about helping others live healthier, more intentional lives.

We discuss her journey through hormone challenges, living with Hashimoto’s, navigating identity after going Pro, and balancing motherhood, career, and prep. Sarah shares how her faith has guided her through hard seasons and how she’s learned to lead by example for her kids and clients.

TOPICS COVERED

-Hormone health and Hashimoto’s disease

-Shifting from marathon running to bodybuilding

-Faith through life’s challenges

-Supporting children with learning disabilities

-Identity and emotional growth after going Pro

-Balancing prep, life, and motherhood

-Creating sustainable lifestyle habits

-Setting a positive example for your children

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TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

5:36 faith in God’s plan

10:36 identity after Pro card

14:44 habits for life success

19:58 showing up for yourself

25:38 “life mode” versus prep

32:05 developing a healthier lifestyle

34:19 from running to bodybuilding

40:32 taking time away from stage

45:19 learning from your children

54:30 being more open with emotions

57:46 supporting children with autism

72:34 Pro debut

76:40 advice for competitors

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In today’s episode, I chat with IFBB Pro Olesya Sun, a former Ultra Music Festival dancer turned personal trainer, posing coach, and psychological and spiritual wellbeing coach. Olesya began competing in 2014, took her first shot at nationals in 2017, and after becoming a mom in 2020, she made a powerful return to the stage by earning her Pro card at NPC Universe in 2024 as a Masters athlete.

We dive into her journey of competing postpartum, how her background in dance helped shape her stage presence, and why she believes in finishing what you start. Olesya shares the lessons she's learned in motherhood, competing, and coaching while highlighting the importance of mindset, energy management, and embracing the present moment. Tune in for a heartfelt and empowering conversation full of depth, honesty, and resilience.

TOPICS COVERED

-Returning to the stage as a mom

-Building confidence through posing

-Overcoming postpartum struggles

-Lessons from dancing & stage presence

-Balancing energy, life, and competition

-Mindset and personal growth through bodybuilding

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TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

4:58 bringing confidence to the stage

10:30 comparison back stage

15:58 competing as a mom

18:21 struggles postpartum and learning to adapt

26:50 taking time away from the stage

31:27 growing muscle over time

33:00 lessons from motherhood

37:11 managing her energy

42:55 doing extra on stage

49:45 staying present in the moment

56:01 goals as a Pro

58:06 advice for competitors

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In today’s episode, I chat with IFBB Pro Keria Orsatti, who earned her Pro card at 2024 NPC Universe after just three national shows. Keria began competing in 2021 and brings an athletic background in tennis, softball, and dance.

Keria shares her journey of overcoming an eating disorder in high school and managing anxiety during prep, all while working full-time in public relations and marketing and coaching both prep and lifestyle clients. Her story is one of mental strength, faith, and learning how to optimize your time while living the bodybuilding lifestyle. Tune in for an inspiring and honest conversation about what it really takes to go Pro while staying grounded in your values.

TOPICS COVERED

-Healing from an eating disorder

-Managing anxiety through prep

-Mental health and bodybuilding

-Handling external pressures

-Competing while working full-time

-Using faith as a foundation

-Living the lifestyle year-round

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TIME STAMPS

1:00 introduction

4:46 being a lifelong athlete

8:34 steps to her Pro card

14:51 overcoming doubt

19:00 what it took to go Pro

27:52 struggling with mental health

34:30 the roll of her faith in her life

42:27 feedback from Pro debut & future plans

50:14 navigating a corporate job with competing

53:14 advice for competitors

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