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Prep vs. Pause: The Psychology of Knowing When to Push and When to Pull Back
Season 1 Episode 25
In this full-circle episode of The Psyche Behind the Physique, IFBB Bikini Pro and MPowered Coaching Collective Founder Maddy Michielssen is joined by the one and only Celeste Rains-Turk—mental healt…
Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Unlocking the Mind-Muscle Connection: Motivation, Mindset, and Mastering Your Inner Dialogue
Season 1 Episode 24
In this episode of The Psyche Behind the Physique, host Maddy Michielssen, IFBB Bikini Pro and founder of the MPowered Coaching Collective, is joined by Gregge Stewart, a seasoned neurolinguistic pro…
Published on 5 months ago
The “Someday” Trap - Delaying Your Dreams and How You Can Stop Now!
Season 1 Episode 23
In this episode of The Psyche Behind the Physique, IFBB Bikini Pro and MPowered Coaching Collective founder, Maddy Michielssen, is joined by her long-time athlete and two-time overall bikini champion…
Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago
Beyond the Needles: How Acupuncture Transforms Health with Dr. Kuhn
Season 1 Episode 22
In this episode of The Psyche Behind the Physique, IFBB Bikini Pro and founder of the MPowered Coaching Collective, Maddy Michielssen, sits down with Dr. Kuhn, founder of Elevate Wellness, to explore…
Published on 6 months ago
Beyond the Stage: Embracing the Bodybuilding Lifestyle Without the Rigidity
Season 1 Episode 21
What happens when stepping away from the competitive stage doesn’t mean stepping away from the bodybuilding lifestyle? In this episode of The Psyche Behind the Physique, host Maddy Michielssen—IFBB P…
Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Ought To, Have To, Want To: The Art of Living in Alignment
Season 1 Episode 20
Welcome back to The Psyche Behind the Physique! In this episode, Maddy Michielssen and dives into a game-changing mindset shift—learning to distinguish between ought to, have to, and want to in our l…
Published on 7 months ago
The Cycle of Empowerment: Regaining Your Period and Reclaiming Your Health
Season 1 Episode 19
For years, both Alexa and I have navigated the challenges of amenorrhea, and in this episode, we’ll share our journeys to recovery, the pivotal role your cycle plays in overall health, and why it’s s…
Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago
Cookies, Cake, & Berdgorf's | Breaking the cycle & learning to trust yourself
Season 1 Episode 18
In this inspiring episode, host Maddy Michielssen, IFBB Bikini Pro and founder of the MPowered Coaching Collective, is joined by two-time overall bikini champion Alexa Sotere to discuss the emotional…
Published on 7 months, 4 weeks ago
Pause, Reflect, Propel: 6 Questions to Redefine Your 2025 Goals
Season 1 Episode 17
This week, host Maddy Michielssen, IFBB Pro and founder of the MPowered Coaching Collective, dives into one of her most transformative rituals—one she’s been practicing every December for the past fi…
Published on 8 months, 1 week ago
Run Your Own Race: Finding Joy and Fulfillment in Your Fitness Journey
Season 1 Episode 16
In this episode of The Psyche Behind the Physique, host Maddy Michielssen, IFBB Bikini Pro and founder of the MPowered Coaching Collective, dives into the parallels between running and pursuing healt…
Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago