IFBB Bikini Professional Marissa Willmott is a mother, wife, and full-time lifestyle and competition prep coach. Her competitive nature was cultivated at a young age from racing motocross to holding the title of watermelon-eating champion of Shasta for multiple years in a row. As an extremist, Marissa shares the struggles she has with finding the balance between real life and prep routine. Our conversation gives an unfiltered, candid look at things like post-show weight gain, the ugly side of competing, body dysmorphia, finding confidence on stage, and the highs and lows of the sport.   Here's what you'll hear: [5:02] Bikini Hack [11:12] How did your fitness journey begin? [13:59] Why did you start competing in NGA? [15:37] What is your favorite part about competing? [16:31] Negative components of never being satisfied [18:14] Sacrifices that come with prep season [19:44] What leads you to become a "shell of a person" [21:29] Why did you want to turn pro? [24:06] How did it feel when Sandy told you to go to the Amateur Olympia? [28:35] What is different about competing as a pro? [31:05] Why do you have to work harder as a pro? [38:54] How do you navigate body dysmorphia? [41:40] How did you go from low placements to the top? [43:31] How did it feel breaking the top 5 this year? [45:34] How did you feel going into Rising Phoenix? [47:42] How did you know it was time to take a break from competing? [50:20] What are your plans for 2023? [54:00] Dear Diary   *Find Marissa on IG at @marissarenay_ifbbpro and @marissa_renay_fitness * Head HERE for your FREEBIES, coupon codes, and other links! https://vibe-athletics.mykajabi.com/links