Listen "Episode 05: Emma Currivan"
Episode Synopsis
This week on the podcast we are joined by Athlete & Coach, Emma Currivan.
Over the past year, Emma has made an incredible entrance into the competitive world of bodybuilding as a figure athlete.
In 2022, Emma took home multiple incredible show results, including WNBF Ireland & NBFI Figure Title and Overall, PCA Ireland Toned Figure Title & INBA European Figure Champion.
This season was an accumulation of several years of hard work behind the scenes that ultimately led her into being the successful athlete she is today.
I hope you enjoy listening!
Emma’s Instagram: @Emma.Currivan
Podcast Instagram: @NaturalFemaleMuscle
Time Stamps
00:00 - 07:49 Reflecting on having a Big ’Build Up’ to a Competitive Season
07:50 - 13:44 The Journey into Bodybuilding
13:45 - 19:34 The Difference in this Fitness Industry now for Females
19:35 - 23:59 Having a Coach who gives you Validation as an Athlete
24:00 - 32:59 Handling your First True Off-Season Phase
33:00 - 38:54 Benefits of a Pre-Prep Diet for Confidence Building
38:55 - 44:44 Dealing with the drop-off of Training in Prep
44:45 - 54:48 Entering the First Show Day Experiences
54:49 - 1:02:59 Moving onto International Shows in Emma’s First Season
01:03:00 - 01:09:59 Winning the European Figure Title
01:10:00 - 01:15:44 Making the decision NOT to take the PNBA Pro Status
01:15:45 - 01:29:35 Learning how to lose & staying Mentally Strong to End the Season at Worlds
01:29:36 - 01:33:59 Emma’s thoughts ahead for her future Bodybuilding Career
01:34:00 - 01:35:57 Outro - Where to Find Emma!
Over the past year, Emma has made an incredible entrance into the competitive world of bodybuilding as a figure athlete.
In 2022, Emma took home multiple incredible show results, including WNBF Ireland & NBFI Figure Title and Overall, PCA Ireland Toned Figure Title & INBA European Figure Champion.
This season was an accumulation of several years of hard work behind the scenes that ultimately led her into being the successful athlete she is today.
I hope you enjoy listening!
Emma’s Instagram: @Emma.Currivan
Podcast Instagram: @NaturalFemaleMuscle
Time Stamps
00:00 - 07:49 Reflecting on having a Big ’Build Up’ to a Competitive Season
07:50 - 13:44 The Journey into Bodybuilding
13:45 - 19:34 The Difference in this Fitness Industry now for Females
19:35 - 23:59 Having a Coach who gives you Validation as an Athlete
24:00 - 32:59 Handling your First True Off-Season Phase
33:00 - 38:54 Benefits of a Pre-Prep Diet for Confidence Building
38:55 - 44:44 Dealing with the drop-off of Training in Prep
44:45 - 54:48 Entering the First Show Day Experiences
54:49 - 1:02:59 Moving onto International Shows in Emma’s First Season
01:03:00 - 01:09:59 Winning the European Figure Title
01:10:00 - 01:15:44 Making the decision NOT to take the PNBA Pro Status
01:15:45 - 01:29:35 Learning how to lose & staying Mentally Strong to End the Season at Worlds
01:29:36 - 01:33:59 Emma’s thoughts ahead for her future Bodybuilding Career
01:34:00 - 01:35:57 Outro - Where to Find Emma!
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