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In this episode Jade takes on solo podcast to discuss our top Bikini Olympia predictions for this years Olympia.

With Maureen and Jen now out of the Olympia, which is incredibly sad to see, we wanted to breakdown our thoughts in relation to what the top 5 placings may look like.

We want to hear your predictions! Let us know your views, whether you agree or disagree with the thoughts, and let us know who your Miss Bikini Olympia 2024 champion is ahead of this weekend?

As always these are our thoughts and views only and we have nothing but admiration for the ladies stepping on stage representing the standard of Bikini this year. We celebrate you all.

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Instagram: @thebackstagebikinipodcast
Hosts: @gracemannion_ | @jadeleahegarty

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Episode 58 is live and we welcome UK IFBB Bikini Pro and Posing Coach, Leonie West to the mic. Leonie is someone we have followed for some time and her time and experience in the sport offered a unique perspective we couldn’t wait to get into.

Leonie turned pro, not once but twice in two respective masters classes and as an older athlete, we wanted to hear her insight and experience having had the opportunity to observe the sport through her own career. She is also extremely transparent and grounded, both in relation to her own experience and how she views the sport and it was incredibly refreshing to hear her speak about her own journey.

In this episode we discuss:

- Leonie’s introduction to competitive bodybuilding and what motivated her to remain in the sport for such a long time;
- Her experiences being coached vs self coaching; what obstacles does she face if any in both settings and what she has learned;
- Competing as a masters athlete; considerations in relation to achieving her own version of the bikini criteria, hormonal factors, training and muscle maturity and more;
- The importance of considering the future; what decisions Leonie has made relating to her own competitive journey and why they were important to ensure a long lasting career and long term health;
- Turning pro; how her vision of herself and competing has changed and what pressures, if any she feels she faces now compared to her amateur career;
- Future plans;

And so much more!

Leonie competes for the sheer love of improving herself, every single time she steps on stage and this was an incredible conversation full of wisdom which will do nothing but add value to the bikini space!

You can follow Leonie on IG @leonie_west_ifbbpro and enquire to pose with her via @theposingroom . Don’t forget to keep your eyes peeled for her upcoming project too!

Make sure you keep up with us on social media for previews and details about upcoming guest speakers.

Instagram: @thebackstagebikinipodcast
Hosts: @gracemannion_ | @jadeleahegarty

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For Episode 57 we’re back with our UK’s own, Europa Pro Results and Review.

The very last qualifier for this years @mrolympia was hosted here in the UK, giving one final bikini athlete the opportunity to get their ticket to Vegas this year.

We also welcomed Tyler Mannion to the UK for the first time, giving each athlete the opportunity to collect invaluable feedback ahead of this year’s Olympia.

In this episode we shine a light on the stand out physiques in the NPC European amateur show, as well as discussing the top 5 placings in the pro show. We provide our own views about the results and why we think athletes placed where they did.

As always, these are our opinions only. We do not purport to be, nor are we, IFBB judges and our opinions are not shared to contend or question judges decisions and feedback, only to celebrate and discuss the criteria and the standard that is being set by these incredible athletes.

Make sure you tune in, and let us know your thoughts about the show. What did you think of the placings? Did it meet your expectations? Let us know!

Nothing but admiration for these athletes, they bring an incredible show and set a fantastic standard for the sport. Huge congratulations to your Europa Pro Bikini Champion @adakaczmarekifbbpro 🏆 and our athletes from the UK and Ireland, who represented us beautifully. You did us proud!

Make sure you keep up with us on social media for previews and details about upcoming guest speakers.

Instagram: @thebackstagebikinipodcast
Hosts: @gracemannion_ | @jadeleahegarty

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Youtube and Amazon Music.