#182 - The Journey to IFBB Pro Status in Bodybuilding | Interview by Dr. Sarah Zaldivar

Published: Sept. 15, 2023, 8:07 p.m.

*Trigger warning - this conversation briefly discusses disordered eating.

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Summary:

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In this episode, the spotlight is on Diane as she's interviewed by licensed dietitian and certified personal trainer, Dr. Sarah Zaldivar. Get ready to dive deep into Diane's incredible journey from being a teen mom to achieving the IFBB Pro Bodybuilder title. From the challenges of teen motherhood to the world of bodybuilding competitions, Diane gets candid on all things dieting, specific exercises, physique-enhancing drugs (PEDs), and more!\xa0



Key Takeaways:

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  • 02:32 - Diane gives a brief overview of her competing journey
  • 05:39 - Diane talks about her childhood; what it was like, how she became a teen mom, etc.
  • 10:00 - How Diane\u2019s parents reacted to her teen pregnancy
  • 12:50 - The shocking way Diane found out she was pregnant
  • 16:23 - From pole dancing to bodybuilding: Diane shares the start of her competing journey
  • 22:48 - How Diane found her first coach\xa0
  • 27:53 - Managing cravings and dieting during your first prep
  • 33:30 - Diane shares her struggles with disordered eating
  • 36:30 - Why Diane chooses not to compete anymore
  • 40:05 - Reverse dieting post-show
  • 43:00 - Getting your mind right when doing cardio\xa0
  • 47:54 - The dark side of competing
  • 55:40 - Why Diane loves the WBFF division
  • 58:59 - Keto or carnivore diet for competition prep?
  • 1:06:00 - Reverse dieting vs. recovery dieting
  • 1:12:39 - Where Diane sees herself in the next 5-10 years



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