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Slowing Down to Speed Up: Amber’s Journey Through Grief, Binge Eating & Bikini Competing

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Amber, a bikini competitor who shares her raw and real journey through five competitions. After earning 5thplace in her debut show, she faced the harsh reality of binge eating, grief, and a reverse diet gone wrong. Amber opens up about canceling a prep she wasn’t ready for, why slowing down was the best decision, and how she found clarity by refusing to quit—even when it meant stepping back. This one’s for every athlete who’s ever felt lost after the stage.🔹 Topics we cover:Competing in 5 shows and placing 5th on 1st showStruggles with binge eating post-showCanceling a prep and honoring her mental healthNavigating grief and post-show bluesWhy "getting your sh*t together" doesn't mean pushing harder Welcome to Cupcakes & Protein Shakes, the podcast that gives you the tools and inspiration you need to achieve your fitness and wellness goals. Follow your host Savana Sharp on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for even more great content and insider tips. Join the community on Facebook! We've got some fantastic discount codes and links to share with you today! Use code "SAVANAS" for 10% off your purchase of Angel Competition Bikinis, and sign up for a free consultation with Savana to design your dream competition suit. If you need help with bikini posing, book a session with Savana at https://calendly.com/savanasharpposingIf you would like to work 1:1 for bikini prep or lifestyle coaching with Savana please apply for coaching here: https://savanasharp.com/lifestyle-coaching-application/ Looking for some sweet Cupcakes & Protein Shakes merch? Check out our store at https://www.bonfire.com/store/s...

From NPC to OCB: You Have to Be Able to Rely on Yourself with Kelsey Raley

Send us a text In this episode of Cupcakes and Protein Shakes, I chat with Kelsey Raley, a competitor who shares her transformation story from stepping on stage with the NPC to switching federations and competing with the OCB. She dives into what she learned, what she wished she knew, and gives real advice for first-time competitors. 👉 Why doing your research matters 👉 How to know which federation is right for you 👉 The truth about relying on others vs. yourself Follow her: @krlifting Welcome to Cupcakes & Protein Shakes, the podcast that gives you the tools and inspiration you need to achieve your fitness and wellness goals. Follow your host Savana Sharp on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for even more great content and insider tips. Join the community on Facebook! We've got some fantastic discount codes and links to share with you today! Use code "SAVANAS" for 10% off your purchase of Angel Competition Bikinis, and sign up for a free consultation with Savana to design your dream competition suit. If you need help with bikini posing, book a session with Savana at https://calendly.com/savanasharpposingIf you would like to work 1:1 for bikini prep or lifestyle coaching with Savana please apply for coaching here: https://savanasharp.com/lifestyle-coaching-application/ Looking for some sweet Cupcakes & Protein Shakes merch? Check out our store at https://www.bonfire.com/store/s...

From Broke & Burned Out to Backstage Boss: NPC Bikini Competitor Samantha Scales’ Comeback to the Stage

Send us a textIn this powerful episode, Samantha Scales opens up about her rocky start in 2017—cheating on her reverse diet, not taking prep seriously, and ultimately quitting halfway through because she couldn’t afford to continue. Now, years later, she's preparing for Nationals, sharing the hard lessons she learned, and running her own “Stage Mom” business—helping first-time competitors backstage. This is your warning: competing is expensive, your coach matters, and skipping steps will cost you. Samantha’s story is proof that you can fall hard and still come back stronger.Follow: @samanthaaajo_fit Welcome to Cupcakes & Protein Shakes, the podcast that gives you the tools and inspiration you need to achieve your fitness and wellness goals. Follow your host Savana Sharp on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for even more great content and insider tips. Join the community on Facebook! We've got some fantastic discount codes and links to share with you today! Use code "SAVANAS" for 10% off your purchase of Angel Competition Bikinis, and sign up for a free consultation with Savana to design your dream competition suit. If you need help with bikini posing, book a session with Savana at https://calendly.com/savanasharpposingIf you would like to work 1:1 for bikini prep or lifestyle coaching with Savana please apply for coaching here: https://savanasharp.com/lifestyle-coaching-application/ Looking for some sweet Cupcakes & Protein Shakes merch? Check out our store at https://www.bonfire.com/store/s...

From Ice Skates to the NPC Stage | Mandy Wescott’s 1st Season Transformation Bikini Body Building

Send us a textIn this episode, Mandy Wescott shares how she went from supporting her husband’s prep to stepping on stage herself placing Top 5 at the NPC Ben Weider show in her first season. With a background in sports and ice skating, she mastered posing and leaned into discipline over comfort. Learn how trusting the process and showing up even when she didn’t feel ready led to success on stage.Follow @ mmwescott Welcome to Cupcakes & Protein Shakes, the podcast that gives you the tools and inspiration you need to achieve your fitness and wellness goals. Follow your host Savana Sharp on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for even more great content and insider tips. Join the community on Facebook! We've got some fantastic discount codes and links to share with you today! Use code "SAVANAS" for 10% off your purchase of Angel Competition Bikinis, and sign up for a free consultation with Savana to design your dream competition suit. If you need help with bikini posing, book a session with Savana at https://calendly.com/savanasharpposingIf you would like to work 1:1 for bikini prep or lifestyle coaching with Savana please apply for coaching here: https://savanasharp.com/lifestyle-coaching-application/ Looking for some sweet Cupcakes & Protein Shakes merch? Check out our store at https://www.bonfire.com/store/s...

From Spine Surgery to Stage: 40+ Mom of 4 Shares Her Bikini Journey Christina Spencer

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with a truly inspiring athlete — a 40-year-old mom of four who chased her dream of stepping on stage after overcoming divorce, spine surgery, and major life changes. After an unsuccessful prep in 2019, she rebuilt herself mentally and physically, competing successfully in two bikini shows in 2024. She shares hard-earned lessons like why it's important to start sooner than you think, double-check show day bookings (especially makeup!), and why if you want it badly enough, you can make it happen. A must-listen for anyone thinking about competing for the first time! Follow Christina @c8_fitness_lhc Welcome to Cupcakes & Protein Shakes, the podcast that gives you the tools and inspiration you need to achieve your fitness and wellness goals. Follow your host Savana Sharp on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for even more great content and insider tips. Join the community on Facebook! We've got some fantastic discount codes and links to share with you today! Use code "SAVANAS" for 10% off your purchase of Angel Competition Bikinis, and sign up for a free consultation with Savana to design your dream competition suit. If you need help with bikini posing, book a session with Savana at https://calendly.com/savanasharpposingIf you would like to work 1:1 for bikini prep or lifestyle coaching with Savana please apply for coaching here: https://savanasharp.com/lifestyle-coaching-application/ Looking for some sweet Cupcakes & Protein Shakes merch? Check out our store at https://www.bonfire.com/store/s...