[Ep. 82] The Confidence Gap: How to Keep Going When You Question Yourself

About this episode

This episode discusses the mental and emotional challenges of preparing for a bodybuilding competition, focusing on confidence and self-doubt.

Preparing for a bodybuilding competition is just as much a mental and emotional journey as it is a physical one. In this episode of the Tailored Coaching Method Podcast, Arielle and Coach Kyle dive deep into the mindset required for competition prep, including overcoming self-doubt, managing confidence, and trusting the long-term process. Coach Kyle shares honest insights from his second week of prep, opening up about the doubts, fears, and patience required when results don’t happen overnight. Arielle breaks down why external coaching support is essential during prep, how social media distorts expectations, and why enjoying the process matters just as much as stepping on stage. This episode explores intrinsic motivation, emotional resilience, realistic goal setting, and the importance of celebrating small wins along the way. Whether you’re in bodybuilding prep, pursuing a major fitness goal, or navigating self-doubt in any area of life, this conversation will help you reframe the journey, build confidence, and stay grounded in what truly matters. https://www.tailored-coaching.com/apply-podcast ⁠ ⁠ http://www.thetailoredtrainer.com/⁠ www.choose-hard.shop Jocko Fuel 📖 FREE…

People in this episode

Host: Arielle

Guest: Coach Kyle

Topics covered

• bodybuilding competition
• mindset
• self-doubt
• confidence
• coaching support
• emotional resilience
• goal setting

Keywords

• bodybuilding
• competition prep
• self-doubt
• confidence
• coaching
• motivation
• goal setting

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