The Bikini Academy

In this week’s episode we are joined by 4x FMG Pro Bikini Athletic Champion Samantha Wicks.We find out about Sam’s long backstory from athlete to a high level competitive bodybuilder, discuss overcoming physical and mental obstacles as an athlete, the importance of seeking happiness in what you do, and much much more.As always, if you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.Follow us on Instagram:The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/Special Guest Samantha: https://www.instagram.com/_samanthawicks/ Want to work with us?Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.comOnline contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode we are joined by IFBB Bikini Pro Kathryn Cavanagh and her coach Richard Collins during her Pro circuit in the US.We discuss the coaching dynamic and what is necessary for a long standing working relationship from both sides of the coin, what it’s really like competing in the Pro circuit alongside high ranking bikini athletes and Olympian’s, the role of persistence and perseverance as an athlete, and much much more.As always, if you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.Follow us on Instagram:The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/Special Guest Kathryn: https://www.instagram.com/kathryncavanagh_/Special Guest Richard: https://www.instagram.com/richard_collinscoach/Want to work with us?Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.comOnline contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode your hosts do a recap of the most recent shows that have occurred in Australia and internationally for the start of Season C - FMG NZ, WNBF VIC, IFBB VIC and Monsterzym Natural PQ in Korea before discussing our excitement and plans for the remainder of the season with our athletes.But of course we have to discuss some very large global news with the return of the Olympia point system for ‘26 including our pro’s/con’s on this announcement.As always, if you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.Follow us on Instagram:The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/Want to work with us?Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.comOnline contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode it’s been a long time since we have heard from both of your hosts as to where they are at with their respective bodybuilding journeys, life goals, coaching etc. It’s safe to say that a lot has happened/is happening for the both of us!So get cosy, jump on the stairmaster for your prep cardio session and catch up with us. As always, if you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.Follow us on Instagram:The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/Want to work with us?Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.comOnline contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode we are joined by Hattie Boydle - FMG Pro Fitness World Champion, coach and co-founder of Flex Method, educator and inspiration to many women in the fitness industry.Having a vast history in the fitness and bodybuilding community for many years, we discuss a variety of topics including how things have changed over the years, dealing with internal and external pressure as a world champion and much, much more. We know you are going to take a lot away from this episode, so enjoy!As always, if you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.Follow us on Instagram:The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/Episode Guest Hattie:https://www.instagram.com/hattieboydle/Want to work with us?Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.comOnline contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode we discuss the first NPC/IFBB Pro League Natural season of regional shows that have recently occurred over the past few weeks in Australia including our thoughts as to what we see happening in the future for the natural bodybuilding community in coming years.We also do a quick catch up with some exciting personal announcements for the both of us. So make sure you tune into this episode. As always, if you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.Follow us on Instagram:The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/Want to work with us?Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.comOnline contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode we are joined by 3x FMG Bikini Athletic Pro Champion Rhia EdwardsRhia shares with us how she got into bodybuilding, and how she has come to this point in her career with some huge success on the FMG stage worldwide in a short span of time. As well as the importance of maintaining your identity as a person despite your amateur or pro athlete status.As always, if you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.Follow us on Instagram:The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/Special Guest Rhia: https://www.instagram.com/rhiaedwards_fmgpro/Want to work with us?Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.comOnline contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode we have an exclusive special guest on the podcast with Australia/UK’s newest IFBB Pro League Pro Fit Model - Charlee Phillips fresh from her card win at the Empro Classic in Spain.We hear about Charlee’s experience transitioning from bikini into fit model, her relentless pursuit in fulfilling her dreams this season, and how she navigated being a FIFO worker at the back end of prep, plus much more.As always, if you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.Follow us on Instagram:The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/Special Guest Charlee: https://www.instagram.com/charlee.phillips/ Want to work with us?Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.comOnline contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode we discuss refeeds. What they are, when they may be used, the physiological and psychological benefits, and why you may or may not have them during a dieting phase or contest prep.On the flip side, knowing how to deal with losing or not achieving a placing based on your expectations and goals can be hard to deal with. To help with navigating this and make improvements between shows and seasons we provide some practical recommendations and stay level headed during your competitive season.As always, if you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.Follow us on Instagram:The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/Want to work with us?Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.comOnline contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode we do a recap of the FMG Sydney show and mention some exciting announcements from Aussie competitors before diving into our main topic of the day - How to be a coachable athlete.We hope some of these points and considerations help you to make sure that you get the most out of working with your coach and work collectively as a team.As always, if you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.Follow us on Instagram:The Bikini Academy Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bikiniacademypodcast/⁠Nicole: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/Want to work with us?Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.comOnline contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com