Vacation Mode Without the Meltdown: How to Travel, Eat, and Feel Amazing Without Losing Progress

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In this heartfelt and practical episode of The Psyche Behind the Physique, Maddy Michielssen, IFBB Bikini Pro and founder of the MPowered Coaching Collective, is joined by two-time overall bikini champ and longtime athlete Alexa Sotere. Together, they peel back the layers on a topic that hits home for so many: the fear of losing progress while on vacation. 🌴💪

If you’ve ever stressed about food, fitness, or falling off track while traveling—this one’s for you. Maddy and Alexa dive into:

• Where fear of vacation weight gain really comes from (hint: it’s not just the food)
• How to mentally prime yourself before a trip for success and freedom
• Real talk on body confidence, food freedom vs food control, and staying grounded away from your routine
• Tangible tools to stay connected to your ...