I’m absolutely thrilled to share some exciting news — I’ve been shortlisted for two prestigious national business awards!
I’ve been shortlisted (not just nominated!) for the Female Founder of the Year Award at the Women’s Business Awards 2025, and also for the Social Star Award at the Everywoman Business Awards.
These awards mean a great deal to me because they celebrate exactly what my journey has been about — building Body by Bikini from the ground up and empowering women around the world to rise up and believe in themselves.
What These Awards Represent
The Female Founder of the Year Award celebrates women who have built their own companies and are empowering others to succeed. That’s exactly what drives me — showing women that no matter your age, you can take control of your health, body, and life.
The Social Star Award recognises women who have grown their business through the power of social media — something that has been central to my journey. Through platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, I’ve been able to reach millions of women worldwide and prove that it’s never too late to start again.
Being shortlisted for both of these awards is such an honour — it’s a reflection of how far this community has come.
Why This Moment Means So Much to Me
Just like any woman my age, I found getting in shape in my 40s incredibly challenging. I’d always been active, but after having children and hitting my mid to late 40s, no matter what I tried, I couldn’t shift the excess weight. I became uncomfortable in my own skin and, honestly, lost a lot of confidence.
It wasn’t just physical — it was mental too. My body image was low, my energy was down, and my mental health was suffering. That’s when I decided to take charge and start finding what really works for women like us.
I began CrossFit to help my mental health — and while it did wonders for my mood, it didn’t give me the strong, lean body I wanted. I went through several personal trainers who didn’t understand how women’s bodies change in our 40s, so I decided to figure it out myself. I focused on heavy lifting and proper nutrition — and everything started to change.
That’s when I had my light bulb moment. I realised it wasn’t about endless cardio or eating less — it was about training smart, eating enough, and fuelling my body properly. Strength training, HIIT, and a balanced diet with plenty of protein became my foundation.
Turning My Transformation Into a Mission
In 2019, I decided to step out of my comfort zone and enter my first bikini competition. With the help of a coach, I learned so much about training, nutrition, and discipline. What I discovered was that it’s not complicated — it just requires the right formula.
That experience inspired me to share what I’d learned with other women who were struggling just like I had. I launched my YouTube channel in 2019 with one mission: to educate and empower women over 40 to achieve their dream body.
Since then, I’ve competed in five bodybuilding shows, earned 12 trophies, two Pro Cards, and three Fitness Model Masters first-place titles — but the real win has been seeing thousands of women transform their bodies and their confidence through my programs.
In June 2020, I launched my first online fitness and weight loss program for women over 40 — one of the first of its kind. Since then, it’s grown into a global movement with a community of women supporting each other every step of the way.
I’ll be attending the final later this year, surrounded by other incredible women who are breaking barriers and redefining what success looks like at every stage of life.
To every woman who has ever felt stuck, invisible, or like it’s “too late” — this moment is for you. I’m living proof that when you commit to your health, your mindset, and your purpose, everything can change.
Thank you for being part of my journey — I can’t wait to share what comes next!