What happens when a woman who grew up immersed in diet culture deliberately chooses to take up more space? In this vulnerable exploration of my journey to gain muscle, I share the unexpected challenges of intentionally becoming bigger in a world that constantly tells women to shrink themselves.

Growing up in the 80s and 90s, I was surrounded by impossible beauty standards—from beach workout videos with glistening bodies to the waif-thin supermodel era. Now, after decades of training and even competing as a bodybuilder, I've discovered that gaining muscle intentionally has been significantly harder than losing body fat ever was, at least for me.

Through this process of "bulking" that began in January 2025, I've uncovered five profound lessons about patience, trust, communication, support networks, and self-compassion. I talk candidly about the discomfort of tight clothes, feeling bloated, force-feeding myself protein, and the mental struggle against deeply ingrained programming. I also share how this journey revealed which relationships in my life truly supported my growth and which ones couldn't survive it.

For women who lift weights but don't see their bodies changing, consider that real transformation might require embracing temporary discomfort—eating more, becoming bigger, and challenging everything you've been taught. You don't get to choose whether what you gain is muscle or fat; you simply have to commit to the process. If you're struggling with similar challenges or considering your own muscle-building journey, reach out through the contact information in the show notes. Your body, your journey, your choice to take up the space you deserve.

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Ready to discover why some people achieve remarkable transformations while others struggle? Drawing from 28 years of experience as a fitness professional, I'm pulling back the curtain on what truly separates success from frustration when working with a coach or trainer.

For high-achievers especially—the entrepreneurs, leaders, and go-getters—these insights might challenge your approach to personal growth. The truth is, the very qualities that make you successful in your career could be sabotaging your fitness journey. The constant need for control, information-gathering, and self-direction often becomes the biggest obstacle to transformation.

My most successful clients share four critical traits that allow them to break through plateaus and achieve lasting change.

These principles transcend fitness and apply to any transformation requiring expert guidance. Whether you're struggling with a plateau or just beginning your journey, implementing these four strategies could be the difference between perpetual frustration and genuine breakthrough.

Remember: whatever timeframe you've set for your goals, your body deserves patience, and sustainable change takes time. Are you ready to relinquish control and catalyze real transformation?

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Have you ever stopped to consider which parts of your life are authentic versus performative? We tackle this thought-provoking question in our latest episode, inviting you to examine your social media habits and daily activities through a refreshingly honest lens.

"Would I still be doing this if no one was watching?" It's not about judgment but rather a genuine curiosity about our motivations in today's content-driven world.

The episode also addresses why this podcast remains audio-only, despite requests for video content. Tiana beautifully articulates how cameras fundamentally change our behavior and energy - something we've all experienced when someone pulls out a phone during an authentic moment. By keeping the show in audio format, she preserves the intimate connection with listeners and allows for multitasking while avoiding the additional screen time that dominates our lives.

This bite-sized episode packs a powerful punch, offering exactly the kind of reflective pause many of us need in our busy lives. Subscribe now and join our growing community of listeners committed to building unbreakable minds and bodies through authentic living.

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