I'm Diane, and today I'm joined by my daughter, Alysha Marie (aka "Eash Da Beast") - coach, wellness athlete, and someone who literally grew up in the fitness world with me!

This one is a real, honest fireside chat. We're talking about what it's actually like behind the scenes of bodybuilding prep - the discipline, the sacrifice, and the personal growth that comes with it. Alysha shares what it was like watching me compete growing up, what she swore she'd never do (and now does 😅), and how her perspective has evolved now that she's deep in her own journey.

We also get into how every prep changes you, the difference between early competitions vs now, what it's like shifting from being coached by your mom to finding your own path, and how she approaches coaching her own clients today.

If you've ever been curious about bodybuilding, fitness competitions, or just the mindset it takes to commit to something this intense - this episode is for you!

#bodybuilding #bodybuildingprep #fitnessjourney

Key Takeaways:

01:38 Growing up in the fitness world

02:45 Why even compete in the first place

03:36 What she learned watching her mom prep

05:52 When mom was also the coach

07:25 Why switching coaches changed everything

08:49 From figure to wellness division

09:36 First show vs now (7th show)

11:41 Who's actually ready for prep

13:59 Privilege, discomfort, and trusting the process

15:43 No complaining… just execute