CHELSEA STONESTREET

In this week's episode, host Celeste Rains-Turk has the pleasure
of speaking with Chelsea Stonestreet, a 29 year old business
development director for Spooner physical therapy and a realtor
in Arizona who also provides online lifestyle coaching. who used
to be a competitive boxer before having her now 8 year old
daughter. She started bodybuilding 3 and a half years ago and
fell in love with the structure of prep as it was one thing she
could control in her life on her mission to be confident in her
body post baby. 

Even though she didn’t love being on stage, was told she couldn’t
be successful in the sport due to severe stretch marks, and
getting second callouts all at her first show she decided she
could do better and proved to herself she was the only one who
would define her success. This sparked the next 3 years and
ultimately after 12 shows a first place and pro card win at NPC
Universe. This soon to be wife and step mom serves as a powerful
example that anything is possible if you put in the work and
never give up.


Chelsea explains to Celeste about her first show-day experience
and insecurities about wearing a bikini. Even though Chelsea has
been successful in the IFBB division, she was once told at the
amateur level that her stretch marks on her abdomen would hold
her back from success. 

Due to her competitive nature and desire to better herself,
Chelsea dove into self-improvement eventually earning her IFBB
title at NPC Universe after twelve shows. Chelsea now reflects on
her past struggles and successes before stepping on stage to
truly enjoy the experience.


Chelsea discusses her previous passion for boxing. She states
that competitive boxing and bikini bodybuilding have
similarities, mostly by subjecting yourself to the judgement of
hundreds of people in the crowd. 

Chelsea oftentimes has to reflect on her boxing experiences to
get herself calm her nerves, “You can get into a [boxing] ring
and get yourself knocked out, you can throw yourself in a bikini
and go on stage” Furthermore, Chelsea states her strength of
digging deep and pushing further than last time allows her to
shine in competition prep.  


Celeste asks Chelsea why she decided to transition from boxing to
bodybuilding. Chelsea believes getting punched repeatedly will
affect her mental and physical long-term health. Although she has
always loved the sport of bodybuilding, being a single mom made
her weigh the importance of family over injury. She will
occasionally “hit the bag” for stress relief and cardio during
her offseason. 


Celeste and Chelsea discuss her training on prep and post season.
Chelsea focuses on increased calories and heavy lifting in the
offseason as she is able to build muscle easily. As a lifestyle
coach, she develops circuit style training and bodyweight
exercises while keeping the main focus on movement. 


Chelsea informs Celeste on her body improvements over the years.
During her final national show, Chelsea was told she was too lean
and conditioned and was able to feed herself up to the next
show. 

Chelsea advises listeners to find a trustworthy and quality coach
that gives adequate feedback as feedback from the judges can be
confusing and frustrating.  Celeste explains that if you
love the sport, you will continue to pursue it despite the
differing feedback of judges.


Chelsea discusses how minor details matter for placement. Suit
color is a priority for her coach and believes red is the best
color for her overall package. Chelsea emphasizes that stage
presence and overall package, to include your suit color, can be
the difference between placement. 

Chelsea tells Celeste she has never been told by a judge that her
stretch marks affected her placement. Chelsea has been micro
needling to improve the color and density of her stretch marks
and has noticed great changes.


Chelsea shares that both herself and Fiancé earned their IFBB pro
cards at the NPC Universe! Prior to meeting her Fiancé, she
accepted being a single mother. Chelesa admits to initially being
scared of being a step-mother but has fallen in love with her
Fiancés children over the years. 

Chelsea is proud to have influence on young children and to
provide siblings for her daughter. Celeste and Chelsea praise the
newest Bikini Olympian and are happy to see a mother win the
title. Furthermore, Chelsea values quality family bonding and
makes sure to have family dinner every night without cell
phones. 


Finally, Chelsea tells Celeste her goals as an IFBB Pro while
providing listeners and fellow competitors advice on reaching the
IFBB stage. Chelsea’s impressive background and humble demeanor
provides an episode you do not want to miss!


 


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TIME STAMPS


[2:10] Chelsea’s stage ritual


[4:57] Chelsea discusses her first show and insecurities after
having a child


[6:50] Chelsea’s boxing career and how it has impacted her 


[10:17] Celeste and Chelsea discuss her reason for leaving boxing


[12:46] Chelsea’s diet and lifestyle during prep and offseason


[13:45] Chelsea’s favorite exercises


[16:18] Chelsea’s coaching tips and tricks/her training approach
to clients


[17:40] How Chelsea’s training has evolved over the years/advice
on receiving feedback


[26:00] Chelsea discusses the importance of stage presence and
overall package


[29:01] Chelsea’s IFBB Pro debut experience


[31:44] Chelsea discusses her stretch marks


[35:40] Chelsea shares her experience of watching the Olympia
2020 in person


[37:13] Chelsea opens up about her family life and being a single
mother.


[41:13] How Chelsea has prioritized her family and career.


[45:10] Chelsea discusses her businesses and hobbies outside of
bodybuilding


[46:55] Chelsea gives advice on first-time home buyers


[49:05] Best memories as an amatuer/future plans as an IFBB Pro


[51:24] Chelsea's advice for competitors reaching for their Pro
cards.