37 episodes

Talking all things bikini! With your hosts Nicole, Montana and Hanna. Tune in each week as we discuss our anecdotal experiences and insights on a variety of topics as seasoned female athletes, coaches and bodybuilding enthusiasts.

Follow us on Instagram:
The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠
Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠
Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/
Hanna: https://www.instagram.com/hannaotway/

The Bikini Academy The Bikini Academy I Nicole Hitchcock, Montana Bannister and Hanna Otway

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.7 • 3 Ratings

Talking all things bikini! With your hosts Nicole, Montana and Hanna. Tune in each week as we discuss our anecdotal experiences and insights on a variety of topics as seasoned female athletes, coaches and bodybuilding enthusiasts.

Follow us on Instagram:
The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠
Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠
Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/
Hanna: https://www.instagram.com/hannaotway/

    EP37: UPHOLDING THE VISION FT. NEW IFBB BIKINI PRO MEL FLETCHER

    EP37: UPHOLDING THE VISION FT. NEW IFBB BIKINI PRO MEL FLETCHER

    In this week’s episode we have the absolute honour and pleasure to interview Australia’s newest IFBB Bikini Pro, none other than Mel Fletcher. 



    Mel chats about her journey and introduction into competitive bodybuilding, the impact of having the right people in your life, and how she has overcome adversity in prep, plus much much more. This is definitely an inspirational episode with a truly unique story that you don’t want to miss!



    If you enjoyed this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.



    Follow us on Instagram:

    The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠

    Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠

    Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/

    Hanna: https://www.instagram.com/hannaotway/ 

    Special Guest Mel: https://www.instagram.com/melfletcher__/



    Want to work with us?

    Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

    Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

    Remedial massage with Hanna: https://linktr.ee/Bodybalanceremedialmassage

    • 1 hr 6 min
    EP36: UNPACKING THE DIFFERENT FEMALE CATEGORIES

    EP36: UNPACKING THE DIFFERENT FEMALE CATEGORIES

    Due to popular demand, in this week’s episode your lovely hosts sit down and have a casual chat about the differences between the female categories on offer across Aussie federations.



    We discuss where you may be able to crossover between categories inside a federation, differences in the same category between federations and things to consider when looking at where you might be best suited based on your genetic structure, level of muscle mass and stage presence.



    If you enjoyed this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.



    Follow us on Instagram:

    The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠

    Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠

    Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/

    Hanna: https://www.instagram.com/hannaotway/ 



    Want to work with us?

    Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

    Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

    Remedial massage with Hanna: https://linktr.ee/Bodybalanceremedialmassage

    • 45 min
    EP35: IFBB PRO LEAGUE NATS, FMG & PREP UPDATES

    EP35: IFBB PRO LEAGUE NATS, FMG & PREP UPDATES

    We are deep within the competitive season, so it only feels fitting for your hosts to discuss their thoughts on recent events including FMG Australia and IFBB Pro League Nationals. 



    Montana and Nicole also give some updates on their current preps. Plus the all important topics such as our weirdest prep food combos and much more.



    If you enjoyed this episode, ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.



    Follow us on Instagram:

    The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠

    Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠

    Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/

    Hanna: https://www.instagram.com/hannaotway/ 



    Want to work with us?

    Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

    Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

    Remedial massage with Hanna: https://linktr.ee/Bodybalanceremedialmassage

    • 53 min
    EP34: IFBB PRO LEAGUE OZ STATE WRAP UPS W/ IFBB BIKINI PRO LISA REID

    EP34: IFBB PRO LEAGUE OZ STATE WRAP UPS W/ IFBB BIKINI PRO LISA REID

    This week your hosts are joined by previous guest and friend to the podcast, IFBB Bikini Pro Lisa Reid to discuss our thoughts on the IFBB Pro League Oz State shows bikini results for Season A.



    If you haven’t already, make sure you listen to EP:13 to Lisa’s interview immediately after her Pro card win at the IFBB Pro League Carribean Grand Prix. 

    https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-bikini-academy/episodes/EP13-STAY-RELENTLESS--GREATNESS-TAKES-TIME-FT--IFBB-BIKINI-PRO-LISA-REID-e2ck33l/a-aam6d9t 



    If you enjoyed this episode, ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.



    Follow us on Instagram:

    The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠

    Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠

    Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/

    Hanna: https://www.instagram.com/hannaotway/ 

    Episode Guest Lisa: https://www.instagram.com/lisajanereid/ 



    Want to work with us?

    Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

    Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

    Remedial massage with Hanna: https://linktr.ee/Bodybalanceremedialmassage

    • 50 min
    EP33: WHY DO WE COMPETE / GO THROUGH THE "PAIN" OF PREP

    EP33: WHY DO WE COMPETE / GO THROUGH THE "PAIN" OF PREP

    In this week’s episode we answer your listener questions, discussing topics such as why do we go through the “pain” of prep, tips on creating a meal plan, are we flexible with our nutrition in an improvement season, how often do we deload, our thoughts on an extended deficit and much much more.



    Make sure you listen to the end of the episode, as we saved the best questions to last.



    If you enjoyed this episode, ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.



    Follow us on Instagram:

    The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠

    Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠

    Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/

    Hanna: https://www.instagram.com/hannaotway/ 



    Want to work with us?

    Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

    Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

    Remedial massage with Hanna: https://linktr.ee/Bodybalanceremedialmassage

    • 1 hr 4 min
    EP32: DEBUNKING PEAK WEEK MYTHS

    EP32: DEBUNKING PEAK WEEK MYTHS

    In this week’s episode we debunk some of the common misconceptions that you often hear leading into a peak week.



    Cue water manipulation, alcohol on show day, sugar alcohols and more. We dive into why these myths are deemed as being outdated or not necessary to ensure you bring your best package to stage.

    We hope you find this episode both entertaining and informative! 



    If you enjoyed this episode, ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.



    Follow us on Instagram:

    The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠

    Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠

    Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/

    Hanna: https://www.instagram.com/hannaotway/ 



    Want to work with us?

    Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

    Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

    Remedial massage with Hanna: https://linktr.ee/Bodybalanceremedialmassage

    • 1 hr

Customer Reviews

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3 Ratings

3 Ratings

TM424806 ,

Great podcast

For any women interested in competing. Both of the hosts are super relatable, honest and
open about their experiences. Keep up the good work - Trilby

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