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Competition Diaries

27 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 43 ratings

Hello! This is a competition diaries podcast which is hosted by WBFF Diva Fitness Athlete, Jaime Hensgen, and NPC Wellness Athlete, Danielle Davila. Each week, we will go over topics that we want to shed light on with fitness and competing! We will be going over things such as off season prep, nutrition, prep struggles, emotional difficulties, challenges during prep, posing, and more! Feel free to give us more ideas and suggestions on instagram, @trainwithdaniii or @jminxfitness

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Episodes

Dealing w/ Anxiety during competition prep

March 23, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

In this episode we share some of our experiences when dealing with forms of anxiety and how to cope with it, especially during prep.

Executing Prep & Great Communication

March 14, 2021 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

In this weeks episode, Jaime and I go over what it means to have great communication with your coach and how to utilize that relationship you have with your coach. We also speak on what it entails to start prep and the thought of ending an off season. 

Catching up with some stories

March 06, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

In this weeks episode, we just wanted to catch y’all up on some events and stories from this past week! Hope you have a good laugh. 

Energy & Environment

February 14, 2021 21:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

In this episode, we talked about who you surround yourself with, specifically the 5 people you’re closest to. Energy is transferable between humans and we need to pick and choose our friends/partners closely. 

Training Partners & Gym Etiquette

February 07, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

In this weeks episode, Jaime and I talk about how to pick your training partner and proper gym etiquette. 

Sex Drive & Anavar (Oxandrolone)

February 02, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

In this episode, Jaime and I go over what anavar is specifically and how your sex drive is effected during prep. Follow our Instagrams @Jminxfitness and @trainwithdaniii 

You asked, We answered

January 24, 2021 21:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MB

Jaime and I did a Q & A on my Instagram and answered everyone’s questions about competing on here, enjoy some good laughs!

Post Show Feels

January 17, 2021 21:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

In this episode, we go over things we wish we knew before our first show, post show binging, gaining weight post show, the complexities of coaching protocols and the relationship aspect of having a good coach. We also touch on the cost of competing and the emotional toll it has leading into a show.  

Off Season Mindset

January 11, 2021 03:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

Tune into our episode where we dive into the topic of the off season mindset and how to channel your emotions alongside your training. We also touch on Anabolics, birth control, dealing with outsiders comments, and how dating another competitor can be your kryotonite. 

Road to The O with Jonny Bernstein

January 03, 2021 23:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MB

In this episode, Jaime and I bring on our good friend, Jonny Bernstein. He’s a 2x Olympian. Dive into our episode, we go into details on what it takes to get to the pinnacle of bodybuilding. Add him on Instagram! @jonny_bernstein 

RIP 2020, Hello 2021! Bring on the New Year

January 01, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MB

In this episode, we talk about how 2020 was for us and our future goals for 2021, manifesting big things. 

Constructive Criticism

December 22, 2020 06:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

In this episode, we go over the exciting 2020 Olympia and how to understand constructive criticism! Follow us on Instagram @jminxfitness & @trainwithdaniii

Amateur vs. Pro Level Mindset

December 14, 2020 02:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

In this episode, we go over the national level expectation and what it means to be an IFBB Pro and the taboo concept of PEDS. 

The Boss Man Himself

December 09, 2020 18:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

In this episode, we introduce you guys to our head coach, Enrique! We give you guys a little insight on how he thinks and his coaching methods. Follow our team page on the gram, @tiv.bodies and our head coach @tiv.hulk 

Coaching Experiences

December 06, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MB

In this episode, we both go over our coaching experiences and the crazy transition from one coach to another and the importance of being a “present” coach. 

Dating During Prep

November 30, 2020 02:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

I’m this episode, we went over the distractions of dating during prep, how it affects stress levels, and the value of a good partner. 

Contest Prep Mindset

November 23, 2020 01:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

In this episode we go over the basics of the bodybuilder mindset, entering prep, new national debut, and the topic of binge eating. 

Perspectives of Bodybuilding

November 15, 2020 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

In this episode, we touch on how family and friends view the sport of bodybuilding & competing. 

Olympia Wellness Expectations & Dating Traumas

November 08, 2020 23:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

In this episode, Jaime and I go over our dating life last weekend & catch you guys up on the wellness expectations after watching the first wellness pro show for the first female Olympia Qualification. 

Anabolics & Off Season

November 01, 2020 02:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MB

In this episode, we dive in PEDS, Anabolics, hormones...etc. We on the off season heavily and get right to it! Enjoy!

Introducing Stella!

October 25, 2020 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

In this episode we introduce the yin to our yang, Stella! She talks about her fitness journey up to this point. 

Pro Status & National Debut

October 19, 2020 01:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

Introducing the new WBFF PRO!!! Just giving you guys a recap on the show weekend, how everything went, and how we feel about what it takes to compete. Jaime and I also went over what it’s like to be on team TIV and the wonderful coaching experience we have had since switching. 

PEAK WEEK FEELS

October 11, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MB

In this weeks episode, we talk about how everything feels, because it’s peak week! We also talk about dieting, expectations, being realistic with our goals, and powerlifting. 

Boundaries, Relationships, & Manifesting oh my!

October 04, 2020 22:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

In this week’s episode, we touch on how Jaime is feeling leading up going into peak week, how I’m feeling entering my second month of an off season. We go over establishing boundaries with friends and partners! Choosing the right people to be around and what not. Manifesting is something we wanted to give you guys a little bit of insight on, speaking things into existence. Stay tuned for a more prep based episode next week! We have a special guest coming on very soon. 

Dedication VS. Motivation

September 27, 2020 19:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

In this weeks episode, we dive into what being dedicated means to us versus finding motivation to get through our competition prep and daily life. We touch on expectations for a future relationship down the line and our friends. Posing conditioning is another topic we scratched the surface on! Stay tuned for more. 

Relationships & Nutrition

September 20, 2020 01:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

In this week’s episode we dive right in to how we’re feeling lately when it comes to the relationship front and everything that comes with it. This isn’t just a vent sesh! We also make sure to cover important nutrition questions. Lifestyle versus competition eating and nurturing a healthy relationship with food. Last but not least we also touch on the important topic of recovery and how important it is to be intuitively in tune with your body.

Introduction to competing with WBFF & NPC

September 14, 2020 21:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

Hello! This is our introduction episode. We wanted to share a little bit of background to how we got into competing, the differences in our federations, our outlook on competing, and the investment you make when it comes into competing!