Oct 23, 2020
Today, IFBB Professional Ashlyn
Brown makes her second appearance on “Confessions of a Bikini
Pro”. In this exciting episode, Celeste and Ashlyn discuss
all the major changes and events that have happened since Ashlyn’s
debut to the podcast in December of 2018 which you can hear
here: http://www.celestial.fit/confessions-of-a-bikini-pro-podcast/ashlyn-brown-getting-capped-shoulders-coming-back-from-a-nasty-rebound-developing-a-love-for-the-sport-how-small-tweaks-can-make-all-the-difference-and-staying-consistent.
Ashlyn goes in depth about her exciting journey, qualifying for the
2020 Olympia! She provides details on her various placings,
feedback received from judges, and other realistic show day
experiences.
Ashlyn shares her positive experiences working with Jamie Bernard
of FitBody Fusion, and expresses how her life has changed since
joining the team. She goes on to talk about how Jamie’s
mentorship has been a springboard for Ashlyn to influence and
inspire athletes of her own. Celeste asks essential questions
about show day presentation, and how to find and perfect show day
polish.
The pair discuss Ashlyn’s podcast, The Center Stage, which she
co-hosts with fellow IFBB Professional Beatriz Biscaia. They
go on to talk through the importance of showing up for yourself,
defining factors between those who turn pro and those who do not,
and how the ultimate goal for bikini athletes is not a trophy or
placing - but rather to persist, improve and bring your personal
best each and every time.
Connect with Ashlyn: https://instagram.com/ab_bikinifit
Connect with Celeste: https://instagram.com/celestial_fit
Episode Timestamps
[00:45] Celeste re-introduces Ashlyn
onto the show, outlining her past goals which have become current
realities.
[1:36] Celeste mentions some of
Ashlyns contributions to the bodybuilding
community
[2:20] Ashlyn talks about her
successful rookie season, leading up to her 2020 Olympia
qualification
[4:00] Ashlyn discuss some of the
overlooked aspects of being an amateur, and how she improved her
polish as a pro athlete
[5:25] Ashlyn talks about her San
Antonio Pro debut, placing, suit colors and her overall
look
[6:40] Ashlyn talks about her best
and worst placings, and the different variables between
them
[10:33] Ashlyn mentions her 8 week
break, re-starting her season, and Pre-Covid show plans
[11:50] Ashlyn talks about her
Northern California show and competing after a longer than
anticipated off-season
[12:15] Ashlyn discusses her positive
post-show feedback w head judge Sandy
[13:12] Ashlyn talks about her
decision to compete next to olympians if she wishes to step on the
Olympia stage
[13:50] Ashlyn discusses the Tampa
Pro and placing 3rd
[14:56] Ashlyn discusses the judges
feedback from the Tampa Pro
[15:39] Ashlyn talks about her
driving motivator; feedback.
[15:26] Ashlyn talks about her Klash
championship experience
[16:36] Ashlyn mentions drastically
changing her posing the night before Klash and the stressors that
came along with that decision
[19:12] Ashlyn talks about the
importance of a coach, and trusting them with everything
[20:08] Ashlyn mentions the success
that came with her posing modifications
[20:51] Celeste reiterates the
importance of “the outcome does not matter” and how that
contributes to Ashlyn’s success as an athlete
[21:46] Ashlyn discusses how she
loves the challenges of bodybuilding, and how that motivates her to
be better
[22:36] Ashlyn talks about the
insignificance of placing to her, because of her pure passion for
the sport itself
[22:50] Celeste questions about
doubts arising backstage, if Ashlyn ever experiences such
situations
[22:13] Ashlyn truthfully responds to
Celestes question, and discuses how doubt is something we all
experience
[24:44] Celeste asks Ashlyn about her
polish and presentation and how she made her decisions regarding
these important aspects of competing
[25:20] Ashlyn talks about how she
used the feedback from judges to make future
decisions
[26:10] Ashlyn points out that having
a natural hair color is more of what the judges are looking
for
[26:30] Ashlyn talks about her
previous show looks and feedback from the judges on each of
them
[29:00] Ashlyn talks about her
decision to stick to more neutral colors for her overall
look
[30:00] Ashlyn talks about the hair
and makeup colors that work well for her
[30:35] Ashlyn mentions the
importance of constantly getting feedback from judges and working
on their feedback
[31:20] Ashlyn talks about some of
the aspects she is still tweaking to improve her overall
look
[31:45] Ashlyn mentions her plans to
do a show before competing in the 2020 Olympia
[33:08] Celeste inquires about what
feedback Ashlyn is currently focusing on
[33:42] Ashlyn discusses the feedback
she received from both Tyler and Sandy at the NY Pro and how she
will incorporate that into upcoming shows
[35:53] Celeste asks Ashlyn to talk
about her short mini break, and how this differed from a regular
post show break
[36:25] Ashlyn discusses how she
wanted to take a break from tracking while traveling with her
husband, and how she hit her goals while still enjoying
herself
[38:20] Ashlyn mentions her eating
plan before starting prep (2 weeks intuitive eating, 1 week
tracking macros)
[38:45] Celeste talks about how
enjoying yourself does not have to mean losing control of your
identity, and having
[39:43] Celeste transitions into
Ashlyn’s podcast, and the original goal/vision for the
podcast
[40:14] Ashlyn talks about how her
and co-host, Beatrice have shared their prep experiences on their
podcast
[42:00] Celeste and Ashlyn talk about
how their podcasts are a way to share experiences and inspire
others through their platform
[44:00] Celeste comments on the many
ways Ashlyn’s life has changed, and the various opportunities that
have arisen because of these changes
[44:20] Ashlyn talks about how being
uncomfortable promotes growth and provides
challenge
[45:06] Ashlyn mentions the
importance of having her coach to show her all of the ins and outs
of the industry
[46:24] Celeste asks Ashlyn about
some ways she encourages her clients to go for
opportunities
[46:55] Ashlyn discusses one of her
current clients and how they have successfully worked together,
despite some obstacles
[48:42] Ashlyn talks about how she
instills what Jamie gave her into her own clients to help them
succeed.
[49:53] Celeste asks Ashlyn’s option
on the separating factors between those who turn pro and those who
do not
[50:22] Ashlyn talks about the
inconsistencies of bikini and importance of continuing to show
up.
[51:21] Ashlyn talks about how her
own experiences with perfecting polish have defined her eye for her
own athletes
[52:35] Ashlyn sets some healthy
expectations for amateur athletes looking to turn pro
[53:46] Ashlyn talks about her
mindset for every show is to get better
[54:33] Celeste asks about Ashlyn’s
time management when prepping for shows
[54:55] Ashlyn mentions her process
for maintaining a busy schedule and staying organized
[56:33] Celeste thanks Ashlyn for her
insight and advices that she provided on the show
[57:08] Celeste asks Ashlyn to share
how listeners can find her podcast or get touch with
her