How To Create A Healthy Relationship With Food We all have to eat. No doubt about that. But what, when, and how much you eat is all under your control. What and how much you eat especially tend to reflect on your physique. Unfortunately, if you do not eat right you are likely to become overweight, risk health problems or even depression. Now, making the right food choice and eating the right portion can be a struggle for many of us, and sometimes we find ourselves having to deal with that in this sport. But worry no more as Laura is in the house today to talk you through those struggles. Laura Norton is an IFBB Bikini Pro. She is also a Graduate of CVT School, currently working as a Veterinary Technician. In this episode, Laura is set to talk to you about creating a healthy relationship with food. She has created a formula that has definitely helped her tackle her struggles when it comes to food. Additionally, she will share very important tips on how to change your mindset when you're getting that food feel. That’s not all. She is going to answer a very important question–did losing the weight ever make her a happier person? Let’s go!   Takeaway  If you set your mind to it, you can achieve anything Find happiness other than in food When you need help, reach out to someone you trust and talk your heart out Be prepared for body weight fluctuation There's a time to be lean and there's time to put on muscle and gain weight Make yourself a priority Everything you preach you need to practice  You are in control of yourself Learn and understand your body Never compare yourself with other people Cultivate the right mindset  Keep showing up, don't run your body to the ground When you need time off, take time off    Important questions  [00:05:18] How many years have you been competing? [00:13:27] When did you actually start your fitness journey? [00:16:38] At what pivotal moment did you decide you wanted to become an IFBB bikini professional? [00:18:00] Tell us a little bit about that deep end. [00:20:24] When you got off stage did it take you long to gain the weight?  [00:21:20] How did you recover from this? [00:28:20] Is there anything else that you would say to encourage someone who's starting their weight loss journey? [00:30:16] Do you feel like your weight change made you happy or was it something that is something that is a little bit deeper? [00:37:57] What methods would you give us in order to keep a tight tummy? [00:40:03] Is there any kind of methodology that you use to depict how long your bikini prep should be per each competition? [00:45:02] Do you ever feel like this whole lifestyle has affected you in a negative way? [00:48:49] Do you have a mentor in the sport that's definitely helped you along the way?  [00:52:06] What advice would you give to someone wanting to become an IFBB Bikini professional in this sport?   Follow Laura Norton! Instagram: @lauranorton2   ----->Head HERE for your FREEBIES, coupon codes, and other links! https://vibe-athletics.mykajabi.com/links