Episode 06: ICN & PNBA Pro Nikki Simpson

Nikki Began her bodybuilding journey around 10 years ago & in this episode we dive deeper into the experiences & lessons that have led to the success she has been able to have within the sport. Most Recently this success came in 2022, where Nikki won multiple Figure Titles, 4 Overall Titles and 2 Pro Cards with both ICN & INBA. Prior to this, Nikki spent some time away from competing, and there are no doubts that this massively transformed her as an athlete. Most impressively, we discuss how Nikki has balanced bodybuilding with also being a Mother of 3. She highlights how being a successful athlete and an incredible mum can be possible - something that I find extremely inspiring. I hope you all enjoy this conversation as much as I did! Nikki’s Instagram: @Nikksimpson_icnpro Podcast Instagram: @NaturalFemaleMuscle 00:00 - 05:54 Introduction to Bodybuilding 05:55 - 10:54 The Experience of the First 2 Preps & Managing Family Life - Improving Bodybuilding Management with Family Life across Different Preps 10:55 - 17:25 Feeling Finished with Bodybuilding after the First Harder Prep Experience’s in 2014/2015 17:07 - 20:33 Needing to Take Time away from Bodybuilding & Competing to improve Physical Health & Enjoyment 20:34 - 25:04 Returning to Training & Bodybuilding during Nikki’s 3rd Pregnancy in 2019 25:05 - 29:29 Seeing all the Benefits of Taking a TRUE Off-Season in 2019 29:30 - 31:59 Changing Training to a Lower Volume, Strength Focused Approach 32:00 - 37:59 Taking a Completely Fresh Approach to the Prep in 2022 38:00 - 40:48 Principle of Keeping Routined Across Prep 40:49 - 47:57 Entering the 2022 Season Shows after a Long Time Away 47:58 - 51:51 Having a Better Exit out of Prep into Off Season 51:52 - 56:20 Plans for Future Competitive Seasons 56:21 - 58:51 Final words of advice for other athletes