This week, Ashlyn is sitting down with the incredible women of Showcase Prep to reflect on the transformation that changed far more than what they saw in the mirror. Before strutting the runway at the Showcase Gala, these athletes joined Ashlyn behind the mic to share the highs, lows, breakthroughs, and "what the hell did I sign up for?" moments that shaped their five-month journeys. Together, they discuss the discipline it took to stay committed, the confidence they found along the way, and the lessons that extended far beyond nutrition plans and workouts. Unlike a traditional bodybuilding competition, Showcase Prep wasn't about trophies, judges, or comparison. It was about becoming the strongest, healthiest, most confident version of yourself. From athletic wear to evening gowns, each woman stepped onto the Showcase stage to celebrate not just a physical transformation, but the growth, resilience, and self-belief they built along the way. These conversations were recorded before the Showcase Gala, where each athlete would share her story, walk the runway, and celebrate months of hard work surrounded by family, friends, and a community that believed in them. Get ready for stories that will inspire you and challenge you. Let's get it. -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Merriman is a mom, a business owner, and a lifelong proponent of growth, self-discovery, and new experiences. For over a decade, she has helped women level up in health, mindset, and personal development. Fun-loving and adventurous, Ashlyn seeks experiences that expand her mind and add to her journey - whether traveling, learning something new, or challenging herself in unexpected ways. She balances motherhood with her own path of healing and self-discovery, proving that you can grow, explore, and achieve your goals without losing the plot. When she’s not raising her girls or coaching women, you’ll find her tapping into her creativity and sharing life's honest, unfiltered moments with her community in a humour filled and entertaining way. -Our Business- Coached By Ashlyn provides aesthetically driven, health-conscious virtual coaching for women all over the globe. Because how you look and how you feel both matter. Coached By Ashlyn transforms its members' health and lives by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Heard in this Episode- All-ways Organized "Book your complimentary connection call , link in bio on Instagram" IG: @allwaysorganized.yql Facebook: All-Ways Organized YQL Website: allwaysorganized.ca Xlights Insta: @xlightsyxh Facebook: XLights Medicine Hat Website: www.xlightsled.ca Email: xlightsyxh@gmail.com for a quote or to book in! -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: www.facebook.com/people/Coached-B…/61579732387018/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/authenticallyashlyn_/ Youtube: www.youtube.com/@authenticallyashlyn TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@authenticallyashlyn_ Website: www.authenticallyashlyn.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
