Jul 5, 2024
Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Melanie Albino, a 40-year-old natural competitor, who is a wife & mom, and an Elite coach for Team Elite Physique. She has been a prep coach since 2016 and a personal trainer for almost 20 years! Melanie first competed in 2012 and won her Pro card in 2019 after competing in 7 national shows. She has been self-coached since her second show.
TOPICS COVERED
-progression of bikini
-competing as a natural athlete
-balancing family with competing
-being self-coached
-long road to Pro
-words we use around food
-managing an autoimmune disease
-dealing with social media
-working as a coach
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TIME STAMPS
1:00 introduction
5:00 bodybuilding as a lifestyle
9:57 impact of bodybuilding on her family
19:55 having an autoimmune disease
25:30 showing your body it’s safe
32:38 having a husband who is also fit
38:01 tips for dealing with unsupportive family
43:51 competing and social media
57:18 working with Team Elite Physique
61:32 being self-coached
73:19 natural IFBB shows
77:15 choosing to stay natural
84:25 advice for competitors
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