I’m back and so is Cylence Unlocked! After a short break, Coach Damian Segovi and I sit down to tackle the Q&A y’all have been sending in. From gut instincts versus mindset to how long you should chase that pro card, we’re getting real about the industry and the behind-the-scenes decisions that make or break a prep. Damian opens up about the risks he took dialing me in for my final Olympia, and I share why trusting my coach was the ultimate gut decision. We talk carb cycling, bloating, holiday eating, cravings, and why gut health matters more than you think. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or just getting started, this episode is full of game, changing insight, real talk, and a few laughs (of course).
Tune in and don’t miss next week’s episode where Mr. Komodo flips the script and interviews us! It’s gonna be wild.
Key moments of this interview:
0:07 Return from Hiatus
2:43 Mindset vs. Gut Instinct
6:42 Knowing When to Speak Up as an Athlete
11:04 Trust, Evidence & the Final Olympia Prep
17:12 Letting Go: Mentally Preparing to Retire
20:14 How the Category Is Shifting Post-Retirement
24:08 Breaking Down the Divisions
30:43 Gut Health and Bloating Before a Show
36:04 Intuitive Eating vs. Counting Calories
39:00 Handling Cravings While Dieting
44:43 Holiday Eating, Guilt-Free
50:12 Final Thoughts
Social Media & Contact Information:
Cyd Gillon IG: @vytamin_c
Cyd Gillon YouTube: @CYDGillon
Damian Segovia IG: @the_pro_ducer