The Backstage Bikini Podcast Grace Mannion and Jade Hegarty

EP 51 Pittsburgh Pro Results & Review is now live on all platforms and we had the pleasure of inviting @marniefitIt was a pleasure to have Marnie return to the podcast for the second time and having stepped on this very stage herself, we couldn’t wait to hear his insight. This is arguably one of the most competitive bikini pro lineups we’ve seen all year with 14 Olympian athletes competing on the same stage. It was an incredible showing from every single athlete that presented ...

For EP 50, we had the pleasure of welcoming a UK’s leading bikini athlete, IFBB Pro and head of The Bikini Coach, Char Ellis @char_thebikinicoach.Char is well known across the UK for being relentless in her pursuit of her pro card and now, just off the back of her pro debut where she made a huge entrance and statement in the pro league - we couldn't wait to sit down and chat about her entire journey.In this episode we cover:- Her introduction to bodybuilding, sporting background and how that ...

For EP 49, we had the pleasure of welcoming one of the UK’s leading prep coaches, @amplified_nutrition head coach @jakewatts_ampJake has a wealth of knowledge and a huge roster of both professional and amateur bikini athletes, this was an episode that was long overdue.In this episode we cover:- How Jake built the business he stands so proudly at the forefront of now, his commitments beyond bodybuilding and how he juggles this;- His approach to coaching and peaking athletes at different levels...

EP 48 1 Bro Pro & 10x Ben Weider Review with @paulrevelia is now live on all platforms.It was a pleasure to have Paul return to the podcast for the second time and having spent the weekend in the UK to watch the show, we couldn’t wait to hear his insight. The standard across the whole show was something to be incredibly proud of and in this episode we talk through results, placings, Paul’s first impressions of how European shows differ from the USA and all the bits in between.It was ...

EP 47 Arnold Classic Bikini International Results and Review is now live on all platforms and we had the pleasure of discussing the results with our fave North East lass and bikini competitor @charl_emilyyAs always, a highly anticipated show which undoubtedly sets the standard for the rest of the competitive year! This show didn’t disappoint at all; from the physiques displayed to the showmanship each of the ladies showed and continue to demonstrate, it truly was a pleasure to watch!&nbs...

EP 46 is now live on all platforms and these guests truly need little introduction: 2x Miss Bikini international, Lauralie Chapados and owner of Iron University, Aldo Parades.Pinch us!!!!This was a once in lifetime conversation and we will remain eternally grateful for the time and transparency both Lauralie and Aldo offered up during this conversation. We cover:- Lauralie’s background, what brought her to bodybuilding and her career to date;- “Balance” , what lessons has Lauralie learne...