119: The hidden struggles behind fitness competitions: Melissa's story of overcoming extreme dieting and binge eating
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Curious about what really happens behind the scenes of fitness competitions? Join us as we chat with Melissa Bakhurst, who bravely shares her journey through the world of bodybuilding and bikini contests. Initially hitting the gym for mental health, Melissa got caught up in competition pressures, facing extreme weight shifts and food struggles.Discover the hidden challenges of maintaining a toned body and the mental toll it takes. Melissa shares the unhealthy norms in the competition wor...
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