EPISODE · Mar 27, 2026 · 59 MIN
Ep 88: From Bikini to Fit Model & Back: NPC Athlete & Cancer Survivor Courtney Daniel
from Bikinis After Babies · host Mandy Rochon and Gillian Hughes, IFBB Bikini Pro
On this week’s episode of Bikinis After Babies we are joined by NPC Bikini Athlete Courtney Daniel who is a wife, a mom of four boys, and an entrepreneur. Courtney began competing in 2018 when during her second season, she found a lump in her breast following prejudging- a discovery that led to a breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and multiple surgeries. Courtney stepped away from the stage to fight for her life, navigating the physical and emotional toll of cancer while raising four sons and supporting her family.But her story doesn’t stop there. Once in remission, Courtney returned to training for the stage while managing chronic back injuries, herniated discs, and ongoing pain- fueled by a deep love for the “me vs. me” challenge of the sport and a passion that she shares with her husband, an IFBB Pro in Men’s Classic Physique.Courtney’s story is one of perseverance and resilience as we discuss overcoming adversity, cancer recovery, motherhood and how nutrition and strength training play a powerful role in protecting long-term health. We hope that you enjoyed this episode and if so, we would LOVE it if you would rate, subscribe, and leave us reviews on how this podcast has helped you 💕 We’d also love to hear from you about future topics you would like us to discuss so please leave us a comment or reach out to us with your questions and suggestions!About Momshell Method Fitness:Ready to embark on your fitness journey? We would love to help you reach any fitness goal from losing the baby weight to crushing your competition goals! Follow this link to schedule a discovery call with one of our team members and learn how Momshell Method Fitness can provide you with the tools you need to be successful with customized nutrition and training plans for busy moms → http://bit.ly/loseweightgetsexyContact this week’s guest, Instagram: Courtney Danielhttps://www.instagram.com/cocodaniel11/Contact your hosts:Mandy Rochon Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mandyrochonfit/ Facebook: Mandy RochonGillian Hughes, IFBB Bikini ProInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gillianhughes_momshell/Facebook: Gillian HughesMandy’s Posing Sessions1:1 In Person (KC Posing Studio) → https://bit.ly/inpersonposingwithmandy1:1 Virtual Posing → https://bit.ly/virtualposingwithmandyPosing with Gillian Hughes, IFBB Bikini Pro1:1 In Person (St Louis Posing Studio) → https://bit.ly/stlposingwithgillianifbbpro1:1 Virtual Posing → https://bit.ly/virtualposingwithgillianifbbproNuethyx Formulations Supplements → https://nuethix.com/(Use code “Momshell” to save 10% off your order)Toxic Angelz Bikinis → https://toxicangelzbikinis.com (Use code “GILLIAN” or code “MANDY” to save 15% off your order)MISAJO Sports → https://shopsiham.com/collections/workout(Use code “GILLIAN10” to save 10% off your order)Squeeze Me Skinny Waist Trainers → https://www.squeezmeskinny.com (Use code “MOMSHELL” to save 10% off your order)The Shoe Fairy competition heels → https://www.shoefairyofficial.com (Use code “momshell” to save 15% off your order)Labwork and Personalized Recommendations: Practitioner Depot: https://bit.ly/practitionerdepotxmomshell (Use code “momshell” to save 5% off your order)Our Amazon storefront- fitness outfits, more supplements, beauty items and competition needs → https://amzn.to/46GL1nd
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On this week’s episode of Bikinis After Babies we are joined by NPC Bikini Athlete Courtney Daniel who is a wife, a mom of four boys, and an entrepreneur. Courtney began competing in 2018 when during her second season, she found a lump in her breast following prejudging- a discovery that led to a breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and multiple surgeries. Courtney stepped away from the stage to fight for her life, navigating the physical and emotional toll of cancer while raising four sons and supporting her family.But her story doesn’t stop there. Once in remission, Courtney returned to training for the stage while managing chronic back injuries, herniated discs, and ongoing pain- fueled by a deep love for the “me vs. me” challenge of the sport and a passion that she shares with her husband, an IFBB Pro in Men’s Classic Physique.Courtney’s story is one of perseverance and resilience as we discuss overcoming adversity, cancer recovery, motherhood and how nutrition and strength training play a powerful role in protecting long-term health. We hope that you enjoyed this episode and if so, we would LOVE it if you would rate, subscribe, and leave us reviews on how this podcast has helped you 💕 We’d also love to hear from you about future topics you would like us to discuss so please leave us a comment or reach out to us with your questions and suggestions!About Momshell Method Fitness:Ready to embark on your fitness journey? We would love to help you reach any fitness goal from losing the baby weight to crushing your competition goals! Follow this link to schedule a discovery call with one of our team members and learn how Momshell Method Fitness can provide you with the tools you need to be successful with customized nutrition and training plans for busy moms → http://bit.ly/loseweightgetsexyContact this week’s guest, Instagram: Courtney Danielhttps://www.instagram.com/cocodaniel11/Contact your hosts:Mandy Rochon Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mandyrochonfit/ Facebook: Mandy RochonGillian Hughes, IFBB Bikini ProInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gillianhughes_momshell/Facebook: Gillian HughesMandy’s Posing Sessions1:1 In Person (KC Posing Studio) → https://bit.ly/inpersonposingwithmandy1:1 Virtual Posing → https://bit.ly/virtualposingwithmandyPosing with Gillian Hughes, IFBB Bikini Pro1:1 In Person (St Louis Posing Studio) → https://bit.ly/stlposingwithgillianifbbpro1:1 Virtual Posing → https://bit.ly/virtualposingwithgillianifbbproNuethyx Formulations Supplements → https://nuethix.com/(Use code “Momshell” to save 10% off your order)Toxic Angelz Bikinis → https://toxicangelzbikinis.com (Use code “GILLIAN” or code “MANDY” to save 15% off your order)MISAJO Sports → https://shopsiham.com/collections/workout(Use code “GILLIAN10” to save 10% off your order)Squeeze Me Skinny Waist Trainers → https://www.squeezmeskinny.com (Use code “MOMSHELL” to save 10% off your order)The Shoe Fairy competition heels → https://www.shoefairyofficial.com (Use code “momshell” to save 15% off your order)Labwork and Personalized Recommendations: Practitioner Depot: https://bit.ly/practitionerdepotxmomshell (Use code “momshell” to save 5% off your order)Our Amazon storefront- fitness outfits, more supplements, beauty items and competition needs → https://amzn.to/46GL1nd
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