#49 Jess Johnson IFBB Bikini Pro: overcoming binge-eating & burnout from back to back shows, prepping in the Air Force, managing FOMO

This week’s episode is with the amazing Jess Johnson - the newest
Australian IFBB Bikini Pro!!


We had originally slated this interview for the week after her
state qualifier show, but decided to postponed until after
nationals… and we’re so glad we did! 


Not only did she turn pro at Nationals, but straight away got to
go up against some of Australia best pro athletes on minutes
later, taking out 3rd place!!


It was awesome to hear about all her experiences competing over
six years, especially her epic come back to win her IFBB Pro card
following a bit of a burnout after a year of back to back shows.


In this episode we spoke about:⁠


Her experience turning pro in March!

How she got started competing

Jess’s collection of pro cards (IFBB, ANB, WNBF, INBA, AWNBS)

Tips for competing overseas and interstate

How Jess managed prepping in the Air Force

Tips for managing FOMO when competing

How to still socialise while in prep

Rebounding and burning out from a year of back to back
shows 

Overcoming binge eating & understanding our ‘trigger’
foods

The challenge of ‘decision fatigue’ 

Jess’ competing plans now as a PRO!



And SOOO much more!⁠


If you want to follow Jess to learn more about her coaching
services and follow her journey to stage in November you can do
so at @jessjohnsonfitness


If you love the episode don’t forget to share to your stories and
tag us both in so we can see and share too!⁠


Until next time…⁠


Love you!⁠


R x