E. 167 Tianna Weymouth on Olympia Prep, Coach Changes, PEDs & Recovery

About this episode

Cory Hageman interviews Tianna Weymouth about her experiences in bodybuilding, including competition, health challenges, and coaching.

In this episode, I sit down with IFBB Bikini Pro Tianna Weymouth to discuss her first Olympia experience, competing at the Arnold, navigating mental and physical health challenges, switching coaches, and the lessons she's learned as a professional athlete. We dive into the realities of bodybuilding beyond social media, including stage conditioning, blood pressure concerns, electrolyte balance, systemic fatigue, recovery, training execution, coach-athlete relationships, PED use, and the importance of advocating for yourself throughout your fitness journey. Tianna shares her experience dealing with anxiety, depersonalization, burnout, and learning how to prioritize health without losing sight of long-term goals. We also discuss individualized coaching, boundaries, training intensity, recovery, and why sustainable success in bodybuilding requires much more than simply working harder. Whether you're a competitor, coach, or someone pursuing physique goals, this conversation offers valuable insights into performance, health, mindset, and long-term development. Timestamps: - [00:00 - 04:24] - Tianna's First Olympia Experience & Expectations - [04:24 - 11:27] - Olympia Feedback…

People in this episode

Host: Cory Hageman

Guest: Tianna Weymouth

Topics covered

• bodybuilding
• mental health
• coaching
• recovery
• performance
• PEDs

Keywords

• Olympia
• bodybuilding
• mental health
• coaching
• recovery
• PEDs
• fitness

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