#208 - Why Your Body Is Not Changing with Erica Wyrick

Summary:   From cardio queen to weightlifting muscle mommy, Venus Coach Erica Wyrick is today’s guest! Now, an NPC Bikini competitor, the mom of 5 and former long-distance runner shares her fitness transformation journey after a ski accident left her unable to run for 12 weeks. However, per doctor’s orders, she could weight train… and the rest is history. Erica talks about the misconceptions she had about lifting weights, how she overcame gymtimidation, understanding nutrition for her body type, and so much more!   Key Takeaways:   3:11 - Meet Erica as she shares her background with fitness & exercise 9:45 - Her first exposure to weight training & how it changed her life 14:44 - Why most people’s bodies don’t change 15:07 - Erica’s biggest changes in her physique once she prioritized weight training 28:16 - Why you can’t expect instant gratification when lifting weights 34:46 - Diet changes: now vs. then 39:02 - Navigating social situations & building support systems  45:49 - Getting your family on board with healthier meals  48:00 - What’s next for Erica 50:17 - If you’re a cardio queen, this is for you!   Resources Mentioned:   Sign up for The Goddess Body Project 12 week program! Cured Nutrition Code: BossBitch saves 20% off first order   Connect with Erica:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyrickerica  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erica.g.wyrick    Connect with Diane:   GET ON MY E-MAIL NEWSLETTER HERE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro   Ask me anything! E-mail: diane@venusfitnessstudio.com   Work with Diane:   Get your personalized Physique Assessment here!  Apply to be on our Competition Team HERE Check out the Ditch Deprivation 12 week Diet Coaching Program Check out the New Client Offer at Venus  Join the Sensual Dance Movement and feel confident in your skin Get your FREE backstage packing list for competition here   Fuel Your Body with the Goods:   Fave Boss Bitch Protein Bars - Built Bars *Use Promo Code: “Diane” at check out Try this Energy Shot from Magic Mind - Code: BBRadio for 20% off first order Try Meal Prep Delivery with FitKitchen Code: Diane10  Visit Titan Nutrition for the exclusive offer for BossBitch listeners *Promo code BossBitch at check out Visit HiYo for 20% off non-alcoholic beverages HERE  Nutrishop Supplement Shop - Code: BossBitch (free shipping)   Dress Up & Show Up Like a Boss Bitch:   Get $10 off Bombshell Sports Wear HERE For 15% off at Pseudo Force Studio Apparel, use Code: BossBitch Salty Savage Fitness Apparel Code: AmandaGlitters For 15% off your purchase at Toxic Angels Bikinis use Code: Diane