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The Comp Closet Podcast

Sarah_bikinipro
Bodybuilding
Mental Health
Nutrition
FMG
WBFF
Wellness
Motherhood
Binge Eating
Posing
Coaching
Lauren Clemens
The Comp Closet Podcast
Bec Callaughan
Prep (bodybuilding/competitor Prep)
Sponsorships and Brand Deals
Competition
Body Image
Nervous System
Preparing For Competition
Brand Deals

Welcome to "The Comp Closet Podcast" with FMG pro Sarah Priestley (Moore). Dive into the bodybuilding and bikini comp industry's untold stories, featuring top competitors and experts. Discover their journeys, motivations, and tips for success. Whether you're an aspiring or current competitor, or just a fitness enthusiast, this podcast offers inspiration and insights for everyone. Follow Us on Inst... more

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In this episode, Emily Apostolovski shares her journey from a long-standing dream to compete in bodybuilding, her preparation process, overcoming setbacks like a fractured foot, and her experience stepping onto the pro stage. This candid conversation... more

Caitlin Mantas shares her incredible journey through sport, bodybuilding, and overcoming health challenges, highlighting resilience, mindset, and living life to the fullest.

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In this episode, Izzie MacDonald shares her incredible journey from feeling lost to becoming a pro bikini competitor, including her rapid rise in bodybuilding, the challenges of prep, and insights into balancing life as an influencer and athlete.

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In this episode, Maggie Carter shares her inspiring journey into bodybuilding, her experiences competing in FMG Bikini categories, and practical insights on training, posing, nutrition, and mental health during prep and post-show recovery.

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In this episode, Tahlia Christou & Diane Purchala share their journey from amateur to pro, including prep strategies, overcoming mental hurdles, and the thrill of competing at the highest level.

Discover their insights on training, nutrition, menta... more

Madi Hapi shares her journey from her first bikini FMG competition to winning her pro card, balancing a demanding nursing career, and navigating the chaos of her pro debut. This episode offers insights into training, dieting, mental resilience, and t... more

In this in-depth interview, pro bodybuilder Amy Button shares her journey of competing in 19 shows, back-to-back prep strategies, mental health insights, and tips for managing travel and recovery.

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In this episode, I sit down with Archie James, Affiliate and Ambassador Manager at Emrald Labs, to get the full inside story on how brand part... more

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Recent Guests

Caitlin Mantas
FMG Bikini Pro, karate black belt, law student
FMG Bikini Pro
Episode: Ep.91: From Karate Kid to Bikini Pro: Caitlin Mantas on Discipline and Mindset
Izzie MacDonald
FMG Bikini Pro; fast-r rising competitor, influencer
FMG Bikini Pro
Episode: Ep.90: Izzie MacDonald: The Reality of Being an Influencer and Bikini Pro
Maggie Carter
FMG Bikini Athletic Pro athlete
FMG (Fitness Modeling Group)
Episode: Ep.89: Maggie Carter on Post-Show Recovery, Hunger & Healing Your Body
Tahlia Christou
Bikini Pro, online coach
FMG/Barley circuit, WBFF lineage
Episode: Ep.88: Prep Meltdowns, Pro Debuts, and an Australian Title: Tahlia Christou & Diane Purchala
Diane Purchala
Pro Bikini competitor, former gymnast
FMG/Barley circuit
Episode: Ep.88: Prep Meltdowns, Pro Debuts, and an Australian Title: Tahlia Christou & Diane Purchala
Maddi Hapi
FMG Pro and competitor sharing her journey from nursing to pro card win
Freestyle Fitness Magazine? (not explicitly stated; FMG Pro status mentioned)
Episode: Ep.87: Going Pro in her FMG debut & international show CHAOS with Madi Hapi
Amy Button
FMG Pro champion
FMG Pro, Competitor
Episode: Ep.86: The QUEEN of back to back shows: Amy Button - FMG Pro Champion
Archie James
Brand and Partnerships Manager at Emrald Labs
Emrald Labs
Episode: Ep.85: How to Get a Brand Deal: What Brands Actually Look For (ft. Emrald Labs Supplements) Archie James
Kristen Otte
FMG Pro competitor
FMG
Episode: Ep.84: How Kristen Otte Earned Her Pro Card in Her Debut Season

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Sarah Priestley
Host of The Comp Closet Podcast

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Ep.89: Maggie Carter on Post-Show Recovery, Hunger & Healing Your Body
Q: What changed in your approach between your first and second prep?
She adopted group posing workshops, a less is more training approach, and focused more on consistency and livable conditioning rather than extreme dieting.
Ep.89: Maggie Carter on Post-Show Recovery, Hunger & Healing Your Body
Q: What made you choose FMG over other federations?
FMG's family/community vibe, expressive posing, and personable leadership (Pauline and Ari) made her feel welcomed and aligned with her own values.
Ep.89: Maggie Carter on Post-Show Recovery, Hunger & Healing Your Body
Q: How did you get into bodybuilding and why the bikini athletic category?
She moved from general training into serious competition after her mid 20s, realizing she felt she suited the athletic category better and was drawn to FMG's community, posing, and expression.
Ep.61: "Self-worth should not be tied to competition results" - FMG Wellness Pro Laura Davidson
Q: What is one belief you had to let go of to become who you are now?
Letting go of the idea that self-value must be earned through achievement; self-value comes from within and is reinforced by compassionate self-talk and early, consistent self-care.
Ep.61: "Self-worth should not be tied to competition results" - FMG Wellness Pro Laura Davidson
Q: What would you tell someone who feels not good enough or far behind right now?
Show themselves more love and confidence, and remind themselves they are exactly where they need to be, with everything turning out as it should.

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What is The Comp Closet Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on bodybuilding, competition prep, and the business of fitness, featuring top competitors, coaches, and brand insiders. Episodes frequently explore back-to-back show strategies, pro-card journeys, mental health and resilience, nutrition and conditioning logistics, coaching dynamics, and the realities of balancing sport with life and work. A notable through-line is the emphasis on practical, actionable insights—ranging from brand partnerships and sponsorships to aging and longevity in the sport—delivered through candid storytelling and behind-the-scenes perspectives. Listeners can expect high-energy, data-driven conversations and relatable takeaway tips for athletes aiming to elevate performance, grow their brands, or simpl... more

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