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© Emma Currivan
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A place for you to learn everything you need to know about fitness, nutrition, health and mindset, from your gym big sister! I've made all the mistakes in the book over the last 10 years, and I'm here to help you navigate gym girlie life without making them too.
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Hellooo everyone!!This week in the podcast I am joined by my client/Excellence Coaching coach Zoe where we break down everything she has done to get her ready for her first bodybuilding prep, ahead of her competing this year!I hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag us @emma.currivan @zoe_excellencecoachingChapters00:00 New Beginnings: A New Year and New Goals05:48 Building Phase: Embracing Change and Growth11:56 Photo Shoot Prep: The Other Side of Bodybuilding24:17 Micronutrient Deficiencies and Their Impact28:11 Learning to Manage Hunger30:45 Understanding Adaptive Metabolism35:11 Choosing the Right Class: Bikini vs. Wellness38:51 Embracing the Building Phase44:24 The Importance of Balance in Competition47:36 Strategizing for a Successful Prep50:18 Navigating Risks in Body Transformation50:52 Building Phases and Muscle Development51:56 The Importance of Building Phases53:08 Body Image and Perception54:07 Mindset Shifts in Preparation55:06 The Value of Experience in Competition56:34 Enjoying the Process of Bodybuilding58:58 Advice for Aspiring Competitors59:25 The Importance of Patience in Progress01:01:11 Time Management in Bodybuilding Prep01:02:08 Balancing Life and Bodybuilding01:03:58 Learning from Mistakes in Prep01:05:49 The Seriousness of Bodybuilding as a Hobby01:07:42 The Long Game in Bodybuilding01:09:00 The Sacrifices of Competing01:10:14 Documenting the Journey01:11:16 The Emotional Journey of Competition01:12:15 The Time Factor in Bodybuilding Goals01:12:59 The Process Over the OutcomeCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN MY PATREON HERE - just 4.99 a month hehe xTo submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
whooo here we go besties!!So excited to announce the launch of my Patreon heheThis is for you if you want:- exclusive content- bonus Q&A episodes- early access to weekly episodes- a community of new gym besties- to support the show!I would love to have you there <3To join my Patreon and lock in founder member pricing for lifeeeeeCLICK HERE
Welcome backkk to the show!! Today we are chatting all about why your Janaury goals have failed in the past, and how we are going to break the loop this year and make 2026 the best year yet!Timestamps00:00 Welcome and Holiday Reflections03:02 Embracing the New Year05:50 Breaking the January Loop08:39 Understanding the Psychological Loop11:35 The High Hopes Phase14:53 Reality Hits: The Challenge of Change17:46 The Shame Spiral and Resetting Goals20:22 Identity and Self-Perception23:35 Evolving Your Internal Story26:39 Setting Realistic Goals: Data Over Emotion29:21 Rewriting Your Internal Story32:57 Creating a Supportive Environment37:08 Planning for Setbacks: The Importance of Stubbornness40:54 Finding Your Deeper Why44:41 Creating Your Reality: The Power of ChangeI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Helloooo we are back with a big ol' Q&A (plus personal catch up looool)I hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Sorryyyy I know I am late and this is a repost but I have been on holidays living my best life xoxo back to regularly scheduled programming next week queensI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag us @emma.currivan @zoe_excellencecoaching and @faye_excellencecoachingCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episode click hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!It's the Christmas special!!! Today I'm joined by the Excellence Coaching team to chat about how to navigate silly season while still being a healthy, fit human. Enjoy <3To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITY click here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Welcome baaaack!Decided to put my little biochemist hat on this week and do a peptide deep dive whoooNB this is intended to be entertainment only and is NOT medical advice I am literally just a girl xoxoI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
whoooo here we go besties!!!My Patreon is now officially live!! If you want:- exclusive content- bonus Q&A episodes- early access to weekly episodes- a new community of gym besties- to support the showI would LOVE to have youTo join the Patreon and lock in founder member pricing for life:CLICK HERE!
Helloooo welcome back to the show!!This week I am talking about my FAVE topic - building phases, and how to get the most out of them. I chat mindset, nutrition, training and recoveryI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Welcome back to the show everyone!This week I'm joined by my trainer Kyle Baxter and he takes us through everything glute mechanics and programming. We discuss a bit about what he has changed in my training too! SO much value in this one so listen and take notes xoxoI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag us @emma.currivan and @coachbaxterCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
This is basically me yapping about my surgery for 40 mins and then some book recommendations haha whoopsActual valuable content to resume next week!!To find the full recommended reads list CLICK HEREI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Welcome backkkk!! This week I am joined by my amazing friend Wiktoria Kowalska (@dr.wiks) and we are going to be putting out a few episodes on female PED use in bodybuilding. This first part we touch on our own journeys and some fundamentals of PED use. If you have any requests or topics you would like covered let us know!!I hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag us @emma.currivan and @dr.wiksCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
whoooo I am so excited to introduce you all to the newest member of my team, Keeva Cahill!! Keeva is an experienced coach who is here to help you reach your goals and level up <3To enquire about working with Keeva and grabbing one of our early discounted rates, DM me (@emma.currivan) or Keeva (@keeva_excellencecoaching) or tap any of the links below!CHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Sorry for the delay queens x I hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Welcome back everyoneeee <3 Today I am sitting down and chatting about whether or not you should remain a natural athlete or go assisted, and try to offer a framework through which you might make this decision *this episode is NOT medical advice and should be taken as entertainment only, drugs are bad and you should not take them*Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates09:52 Should You Stay Natty or Not?14:47 Framework for Decision-Making on PEDs25:21 Assessing Your Current Performance and Execution30:06 Foundational Health Before Performance Enhancers32:54 Setting Realistic Goals in Bodybuilding37:35 Understanding Risks of Natural vs Assisted Competing41:31 Hormonal Health and Long-term Effects of PEDs46:42 Fertility Considerations in Competitive Bodybuilding48:30 Defining Femininity and Personal Boundaries52:14 Navigating Coaching and PED UseI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
You asked - I answered!! thank u all for submitting sooo many q's you are the BEST mwahI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Hellooo my loves! it has been a while since I did an episode solely on nutrition, so today I wanted to discuss meals plans vs macros - which is better for reaching your body composition goals and how I implement these with clientsChapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates09:03 Nutrition: Tracking Macros vs. Meal Plans20:41 The Benefits of Meal Planning24:15 Understanding the Drawbacks of Meal Plans26:10 Exploring Macro Tracking29:42 Challenges of Tracking Macros36:10 Quality vs. Quantity in Nutrition40:26 Finding the Right Balance: Meal Plans vs. MacrosI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Welcome backkkk!! After many recording issues today's episode is HERE lol bare with me it's a bit chaotic but we made it :)I hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Welcome back! This week is a big oooool' Q&A, loads of topics covered so I hope you enjoy xoI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Oh booooy. here we go then, can't keep anything to myself it seems xChapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates05:07 Exploring GLP-1 Drugs: A Personal Journey27:02 The Impact of GLP-1 Drugs on Body Composition43:44 Reflections on Drug Use and Future ConsiderationsI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
Welcome back to the YGBS! This week I am discussing birth control, how it works, and whether or not it is potentially impacting your body composition goals.Chapters00:00 Welcome and Seasonal Reflections02:39 Training Updates and Client Successes05:58 Balancing Personal Goals with Coaching08:28 Navigating Body Image and Weight Management11:42 Introduction to Birth Control Discussion13:32 Understanding the Menstrual Cycle16:09 The History of Hormonal Birth Control19:49 The Impact of Birth Control on Women's Health24:15 Understanding Birth Control: Myths and Realities34:04 Types of Hormonal Birth Control: Pros and Cons39:11 Impact of Birth Control on Fitness Goals46:30 Long-Term Effects of Birth Control on Women's HealthI hope you enjoy, and if you do, don't forget to share it on IG and tag me @emma.currivanCHAT TO ME ABOUT COACHING ON WHATSAPPJOIN TEAM EXCELLENCE COACHING To submit a question for a Q&A episodeclick hereDon't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!To join my FREE CIRCLE COMMUNITYclick here1MR Discount Code: EMMA10Catch you in the next one xo
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