Today I speak with IFBB Pro Arielle Ann Johnson, a momma of two amazing children and the first IFBB Bikini Pro from North Dakota. Growing up doing pageants and collegiate gymnastics and cheerleader, Arielle is no stranger to the stage. She first competed in 2019 and went on to compete in her first National show where she got second callouts. After taking time off, she came back in 2021 and experienced the loss of her boyfriend, Ty. After a short break, she then returned to the National circuit and eventually won her Pro Card at 2022 Nationals.    Arielle has faced a lot of challenges but bodybuilding has provided her a space to prioritize her mental health. She is so open and honest about her journey and struggles. You don’t want to miss this episode!   TOPICS COVERED -advocating for mental health -routine helping through trauma -dealing with the loss of her boyfriend  -supporting other going through loss -never settle -being present and living in the moment -being kind to yourself -communicating with your coach -family relationships -motherhood and competing   CONNECT WITH CELESTE: Website: http://www.celestial.fit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celestial_fit/ All Links: http://www.celestial.fit/links.html CONNECT WITH ARIELLE ANN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielleann_ifbbpro/ TikTok: @arielleanns     TIME STAMPS 1:00 introduction 2:05 love and the loss of her boyfriend 6:40 finding strength through bodybuilding 10:18 changing plans after loss 14:40 grieving and motherhood 17:06 meeting her boyfriend on TikTok 21:40 new visions for the future 25:49 making the most of your relationships 28:15 what it means to settle 33:24 getting into competing 36:28 changing her approach to motherhood 37:54 letting go of the shreds 39:40 lessons learning in going Pro 43:50 setting a timeline 46:15 inspirations 49:38 a day in the life 52:01 family support and relationships 55:01 the desire to turn Pro 57:35 advice for competitors   CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE FOOD RELATIONSHIP COACHING SERIES   CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE POST SHOW BLUES COACHING SERIES   LEARN MORE AND APPLY FOR MY 5 WEEK FOOD RELATIONSHIP HEALING & DISCOVERY COACHING PROGRAM   FOR OTHER FREE RESOURCES, LIVE EVENTS, AND WAYS TO WORK WITH CELESTE CLICK HERE