Life Beyond Bodybuilding | Lydia Thurstan IFBB Wellness PRO

IFBB Wellness Pro Lydia Thurstan joins Mindset Lounge to talk about bodybuilding, ped use among female athletes and the reality of stepping away from competing. In this episode we talk about:- Starting bodybuilding as a teenager- The pressure to use PEDs in women’s bodybuilding- Winning an IFBB Pro Card as an underdog- The mental health affects of competing- Finding your identity after bodybuilding- Why some athletes walk away from the sport- Finding balance through extreme dieting and prep- Rebuilding a healthy relationship with food and training- Advice for young women entering bodybuildingIf you’re a competitor, coach or someone interested in bodybuilding, discipline and personal growth, this episode offers an honest perspective on what it really takes to pursue the sport while protecting your health, mindset, and long-term wellbeing.New episodes of Mindset Lounge every Tuesday.⁠Follow Morgan on Instagram: @morganeldrett⁠⁠Follow Lydia: @lydiathurstan.ifbbpro⁠⁠Velocity activewear CODE MORGAN