LIFTED

Heather is a bodybuilding athlete who is very passionate about the sport. We cover various aspects of bodybuilding including her journey to get to where she is now and what it took for her to get to the top.Also we discuss, pre and post show issues that athletes face when prepping or going through competition prep.She gives us tips on how to manage post show hunger and how to find balance between wanting to eat everything in sight and actually creating a balance so that you can still enjoy what you fancy without overdoing it.Follow her incredible journey on her Instagram social medial handle:hevs_henchbench_pnba_pro  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Ana Bianchi, comes to LIFTED and we cover all things wellness and wholesomeness to the body and mind.How to heal yourself from the inside out, stop our bodies being in a constant fight or flee mode. She explains the fascinating world of reflexology as a wellness treatment and how our body is all connected. Pressure points on different parts of your feet can help balance out imbalances in the body.Our body is an incredible thing and if we take time to listen to it, we can really tune in to what makes us the very best version of ourselves, free of frequent ailments, aches and pains.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

PED's (Performance Enhancing Drugs)  use in bodybuilding is rife but its also almost like a taboo subject to talk about because for some, admitting to usage feels like something to be ashamed of or want to hide because of perceptions and all the opinions surrounding it, but does it have to be?Is it not better for it to be discussed openly and honestly so an informed decision can be made to whoever wants to use them before they throw themselves into  something that's potentially dangerous enough to kill you?Join me as I talk to my guest Deborah where she openly discusses her experience and sheds light on the pros and cons of PED use.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Take a trip through the greenery of a beautiful forest where there's so much to take in. A calm relaxing atmosphere awaits you as you travel through your imagination in this guided meditation that will help be at one with yourself.Be in the moment. Be still. Experience a sense of inner peace that will help clear your mind and leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed. DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

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I have with me my good friend and school mate Beth with whom I discuss cultural differences between home and the western world.We also touch on racial issues and what life is like bringing our kids up away from home.We reminisce on life growing up in our homeland Kenya and go through where we are at now. This was a really fun episode.Beth is a story teller and will get you hooked on listening to her because she has a way with words.Find Beth on Instagram @thebeth254and Facebook: Beth Atiavila Mudaki  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

If you are looking to self develop and progress yourself, a proper plan needs to be in place in order for you to reach your goals faster.Here is some tips for you to have in mind in order to execute the plan well.Live better, be better, do better because your life depends on it!  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

I had the pleasure of welcoming fellow coach and body builder @m_a_lawrence to LIFTED podcast and it was such a blast!!!We covered so much on bodybuilding, training, nutrition, posing and what it takes to get your physique to the next level whilst training to build muscle and get yourself stage ready.This is an episode that would be very beneficial to any aspiring athletes coming into the sport and also seasoned ones alike. Top tips given for free on how to train effectively and things to think to think about whilst preparing for comp.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Lisa helps individuals and businesses multiply their results through cultivating a positive mindset.With so many suffering from anxiety, lack of self-belief and mental health issues brought about by the pressures upon us to always perform well and be high achievers, I feel it is important for us to address these issues and help in finding a way to navigate our way round them.Below are links to get in touch with Lisa should you be interested in her services.https://www.instagram.com/lisa_gallagher_academy/https://source.dynamitelifestyle.com/mental-dynamite-bundle/lisa-michaelhttps://source.dynamitelifestyle.com/path-to-achievement-book-a-call-td/lisa-michael  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Very excited to bring to the pod AJ who is a bodybuilding judge for FIT X fed.We go through the criteria for all the ladies categories and what exactly the judges are looking for when you are stood up on stage as a competitor being judged.AJ tells us how it felt posing as a bikini girl in order to learn the craft so he is a better coach for all his athletes both make and female.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

My journey to motherhood, becoming a parent and everything I went through during childbirth and how that shaped me into becoming the woman I am today.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Had the pleasure of welcoming my coach to the pod on this one!Great episode where we covered body transformations  and how nutrition plays a big part in it.We talk about life as coaches and how we help people be the best version of themselves.We throw it back to days as a PT on the gym floor  and challenges that brought.How is life for a woman as a CEO/business owner/single parent playing all these roles.And we cant not cover bodybuilding of course and the impact its had in our lives and we look at how bodybuilding has changed over the year from what it used to be to now.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

We talk about all things wellness, exploring what it means and cover women's hormonal issues, covering menopause especially.We compare notes as coaches, discussing challenges we face doing what we do and of course share our common interest which is body building.Meditation also gets discussed and advice given on how to improve your ability to switch off for a better meditative state.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Lyndsay joins me as we talk about her entrepreneurial skills and how she got involved in running multiple businesses and doing it successfully. We talk about how she manages to juggle it with family life, having an additional needs son and what it takes to run a successful business.We cover all things fitness and coaching and the importance of  a well rounded holistic approach towards your health and fitness goals.  Lyndsay social handle: Instagram @busy_mums_fitness_corner                                                    Facebook:Lyndsay Williams  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Taking an in-depth look at what body transformations are about, how to get a good coach to help you through it and what to expect as you set off on your journey towards attaining, achieving and sustaining a super physique.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Sheryl shares with us her own fitness and body building journey, how she found it and what it has done for her.We share a coach's perspective of dealing with and managing client expectations when it comes to body transformations and share what it takes to actually achieve a lean, toned and athletic looking physique.Sheryl can be reached on Instagram @sherylharris_x  and @coachedby_sheryl for coaching enquiries.Also available to watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fCTiXQEMt2E  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Helping you overcome those first time back to the gym nerves and anxiety. I give you ways of managing them and help you find your flow in your training.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Special Episode focusing on mindset work.  How to shift low energy vibe in order to get your mojo back.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Are you just starting out on  your bodybuilding journey and looking to step on stage for the first time? I talk  how I navigated round the hard days and how to stay calm through show day nerves.I share with you my vulnerability in a bid to help you overcome the fear and self doubt you may face as you go through prep.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

I carry through from last week's theme going deeper into my  body building prep journey, talk of the emotions and physical as well as psychological changes I went through  and give you ways to manage post show blues.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching

Welcoming you to the first episode of LIFTED.   Get to know the person behind the name as I talk you through my body building journey and how it changed my life.  DM to Instagram:@carolwestcoaching