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Author: Grace Mannion and Jade Hegarty

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The ultimate bikini podcast: Bringing you real and raw conversations, insights and information about what it takes to be a bikini athlete.
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Episode 52 is now live on all platforms and we’ve had yet another pinch me moment, welcoming @jamidebernard, IFBB Pro and founder of @fitbodyfusion to the podcast. This was an honour simply put.Jami has decades of experience derived from her own competitive accolades and in coaching athletes from entry level, through to the worlds very best Olympia athletes. Naturally we couldn’t wait to speak to her about her contributions to the sport, her expertise and her coaching practices, which ha...
EP 51 Pittsburgh Pro Results & Review is now live on all platforms and we had the pleasure of inviting @marniefitIt was a pleasure to have Marnie return to the podcast for the second time and having stepped on this very stage herself, we couldn’t wait to hear his insight. This is arguably one of the most competitive bikini pro lineups we’ve seen all year with 14 Olympian athletes competing on the same stage. It was an incredible showing from every single athlete that presented ...
For EP 50, we had the pleasure of welcoming a UK’s leading bikini athlete, IFBB Pro and head of The Bikini Coach, Char Ellis @char_thebikinicoach.Char is well known across the UK for being relentless in her pursuit of her pro card and now, just off the back of her pro debut where she made a huge entrance and statement in the pro league - we couldn't wait to sit down and chat about her entire journey.In this episode we cover:- Her introduction to bodybuilding, sporting background and how that ...
For EP 49, we had the pleasure of welcoming one of the UK’s leading prep coaches, @amplified_nutrition head coach @jakewatts_ampJake has a wealth of knowledge and a huge roster of both professional and amateur bikini athletes, this was an episode that was long overdue.In this episode we cover:- How Jake built the business he stands so proudly at the forefront of now, his commitments beyond bodybuilding and how he juggles this;- His approach to coaching and peaking athletes at different levels...
EP 48 1 Bro Pro & 10x Ben Weider Review with @paulrevelia is now live on all platforms.It was a pleasure to have Paul return to the podcast for the second time and having spent the weekend in the UK to watch the show, we couldn’t wait to hear his insight. The standard across the whole show was something to be incredibly proud of and in this episode we talk through results, placings, Paul’s first impressions of how European shows differ from the USA and all the bits in between.It was ...
EP 47 Arnold Classic Bikini International Results and Review is now live on all platforms and we had the pleasure of discussing the results with our fave North East lass and bikini competitor @charl_emilyyAs always, a highly anticipated show which undoubtedly sets the standard for the rest of the competitive year! This show didn’t disappoint at all; from the physiques displayed to the showmanship each of the ladies showed and continue to demonstrate, it truly was a pleasure to watch!&nbs...
EP 46 is now live on all platforms and these guests truly need little introduction: 2x Miss Bikini international, Lauralie Chapados and owner of Iron University, Aldo Parades.Pinch us!!!!This was a once in lifetime conversation and we will remain eternally grateful for the time and transparency both Lauralie and Aldo offered up during this conversation. We cover:- Lauralie’s background, what brought her to bodybuilding and her career to date;- “Balance” , what lessons has Lauralie learne...
EP 45 is now live on all platforms and we had the pleasure of inviting IFBB Bikini Pro, and Posing Portal Coach Beatriz Biscaia @biscaiapro ​​Beatriz turned pro at 17, and qualified for and competed at the prestigious @mrolympiallp twice, all before turning 20. She has excelled in the sport at such a pivotal age, with her whole life ahead of her and we couldn’t wait to chat with her to discuss how she navigated that at such an early age.​In this episode we discuss: Beatriz’s journey...
EP 44 is now live on all platforms and we’re kicking off 2024 with an industry known Coach - The Glute Guy and Inventor of the Hip Thrust, none other than @bretcontreras1! ​​Bret is a pioneer, with a wealth of knowledge and experience - very few come close to his expertise, so we couldn’t wait a second longer to sit down and pick his brains on all things glute development.​​In this episode we discuss:- Bret’s background, how he became involved in the industry and his career to date;- How...
Our final episode of the year is live and it was a perfect opportunity to reflect on our year, to celebrate the success of the podcast and thank everyone for help make our dream a reality.It’s been a transformative year for us both and we are incredibly grateful for the year we’ve had. The highs, the lows and everything in between.Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.Jade and Grace The Backstage Bikini Podcast xMake sure you keep up with us on social media for previews and details abo...
This week we had the absolute pleasure of welcoming Bikini Olympian, @allisontestu on the podcast.Allison has been nothing but an inspiration to both Grace and Jade and we have each followed Alison’s competitive career from back when she was an amateur athlete, so to have the opportunity to sit with her and discuss her career, her recent decisions surrounding which division she felt she belonged in, was such an honour.In this episode we discuss:How Allison came to be an IFBB Pro Bikini A...
EP 41 is now live on all platforms and this week we got to sit down and talk all things glam with @daniellespencer_makeupDanielle has been a leading MUA and stylist in the bodybuilding industry for as long as Grace and I have been competing.In this episode we cover DIY make up looks, dos and don’ts, tips, tricks and lots of recommendations to armour you with all you could possibly need to choose your stage glam. Danielle has a wealth of knowledge and with the limited time us ladies get t...
EP 40 is now live and we welcome Supplement Needs formulator, educator and pharmacologist @deanstm on the podcast.​​We have been dying to open up the floor for you all, to discuss the impact this sport can have on your hormonal health and fertility and we could think of no one better than Dean to throw ours, and more importantly our listeners, questions out for open discussion.​​In this episode we discuss:​​- What is meant by hormonal replacement therapy, what is it’s objective and how do the...
Our Bikini Olympia 2023 review is now live across all platforms, and Jade and I are sitting down to unpack the aftermath and all the electrifying moments from the Super Bowl of Bodybuilding!We're diving deep into the best physiques in the world, exploring their stage presence and the remarkable improvements showcased by the athletes.Also celebrating our 2023 Olympia Champ, Jennifer Dorie, who clinched the prestigious title for the second time!Our honest thoughts on each athlete, coupled with ...
In this episode we welcome @rachelvsymons to predict this years Bikini Olympia placings!It was an honour to have Rachel host this podcast with us. She follows the division avidly and has been a die hard listener and supporter of the podcast ever since it launched, so it was a pleasure to share the mic with her this week.With 52 athletes qualifying this year, the show will certainly not disappoint. It’s an incredibly competitive line up, made up of our most beloved icons but also some new pro ...
WERE BACK! And we have the pleasure of introducing EP 37 with former bikini competitor, Nutritionist, CBT therapist and one half of @theflourishing.society Charlotte Pickstock @charlypfit.We’re entering the latter end of the competitive year and with that comes a lot of challenges that a lot of competitors will undoubtedly face, so it was an invaluable opportunity to get Charly on to discuss not only her own experiences and the work she’s currently doing with competitors.In this episode we co...
EP 36 is now live and we had the sincere pleasure of chatting to 2x Miss Olympia and 4x Arnold Classic Bikini Champion, Angelica Teixeira.Yet another surreal moment for Grace and Jade; Angelica embodies everything that a true champion and icon of the sport should, and despite stepping away from competing since her last season in 2020, she remains to many, the bikini standard!In this episode we discuss:- Angelica’s background, how she got into competing, her competitive career to date an...
In today’s episode we are hosting a Sheru Classic UK Results and Review podcast and we had the pleasure of discussing the results with none other than Hannah Wares. This was a highly anticipated pro/AM show with amateur athletes competing for not only the pro card, but a chance to compete in a pro bikini line up the same day! We had some huge names from the European and UK bikini scene and we couldn’t wait to see which of the 24 beautiful athletes were going to take the ticket to t...
For Episode 34, we had the pleasure of speaking to IFBB Bikini Pro Emily Olivia.​​As a lifetime natural athlete, Emily is incredibly passionate about exhausting her natural potential in this sport, which is a message we feel has been lost over recent years in the pursuit of fast success.​​In this episode Emily covers:​ - Her competing background; her experience of competing in multiple federations and finding her home in the IFBB;- Her success leading up to her Pro win and the challenges...
Episode 33 is now live and it was nothing short of an honour to have Team Elite Physique founder, global bikini prep coach, Adam Bonilla on the podcast this week.Adam truly has been a pioneer in representing the bikini division. He dedicates his time not only to applying that knowledge and passion to his athletes and practice, but to sharing information to a worldwide audience, all to make the division better understood and to ensure the division stays true to what it represents; an entry int...
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