Episode 35: Abi Kerr

Abi is the reigning UK & International Figure champion, having attained this title In her first season last year. This season also came with other incredible achievements including; PCA Midlands Toned Figure Title & Overall Title, followed by a 2nd at PCA Finals & a top 3 placing at INBA Universe. In this Episode we were able to discuss in more detail the background of Abi’s experience in sport & training that has led her to where she is today. I absolutely loved this conversation & to hear the story behind the success Abi has achieved as a competitor. I hope you enjoy listening! Abi’s Instagram: @AbiKerr Loz’s Instagram: @Loz.v Podcast Instagram: @NaturalFemaleMuscle 00:00 - Introduction 02:00 - First experiences with Sport & Competitive Swimming 7:30 - Finding Weight Training at Uni 11:00 - Being Introduced to Bodybuilding at UltraFlex Leeds 12:47 - The Differences in Abi’s Training & Nutrition Approach in the earlier years 15:00 - Appreciating the amount of time it would take to reach the goal of getting on stage 20:00 - Making the decision to work with Dan Welburn - knowing people with personal experience 21:43 - Having time to adapt to the changes in Abi’s approach before Prep actually started 25:50 - Managing Bodyweight Fixation over the prep 29:30 - Starting Prep at 8kg above Stage Weight & utilising High/Low Days for psychological Benefits 32:00 - Fitting in prep Tasks around Day to Day & Work 36:50 - The First Show, Mindset & Peak week Protocol 43:00 - The experience with PCA & the Posing Routine 46:00 - Having gratitude to simply be there & be Improved for the finals. 50:00 - Running 3 Back to Back Peaks & Doing an International Show 55:30 - The difference in Competition & Judging on a National vs International Level 58:40 - Understanding that it takes time to Recover Post Show 01:05:45 - Setting Goals Coming away from Prep & Into Off-Season