The Mindset Of A True Competitor With Nikki Lagorio Part 2
Welcome back, Fit Fam! In this heartfelt continuation of our chat with Coach Nikki Lagorio, we dive deeper into her evolution—from athlete to coach, from heartbreak to healing, and from almost giving up to ultimately earning her pro card. Hosted by your trusted duo, Jami and Greg, this episode is a gentle but fierce reminder that your journey doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful.
Nikki opens up about her winding path, reflecting on her early days as a soccer athlete, a passionate teacher, and a woman rediscovering her identity through fitness. Her story is proof that strength isn’t just physical—it’s in our ability to pause, pivot, and persevere.
Whether you’re in the middle of a transformation or needing inspiration to start, Nikki’s resilience and grace will hit home. Her message? The dream is still alive, even if life pulls you away for a bit. You can always come back—and often, stronger.
5 Key Takeaways from the Episode:
Fitness Evolves With Life
Nikki's journey took her from soccer to CrossFit to bodybuilding, and she learned to adapt her training to align with her changing goals and body needs. What worked at one stage didn’t work at another—and that’s okay.CrossFit vs. Bodybuilding: Know the Difference
CrossFit built Nikki’s strength and tested her limits but also emphasized core and oblique development, which clashed with the aesthetic goals of bikini bodybuilding. She had to choose based on long-term sustainability and vision.You Don’t Have to Do It All at Once
Nikki walked away from competing multiple times due to life transitions—career changes, relationship shifts, and identity loss—but she never abandoned her dream. She kept training, kept learning, and kept believing.Your Coach Matters
Having Jami as her first coach helped Nikki build foundational knowledge and discipline. Even when she wasn’t actively competing, she used what she’d learned to stay on track. Coaching is more than guidance—it’s legacy.The Stage Will Always Be There
Life doesn’t always follow a linear path. Nikki reminds us that goals don’t expire. Taking breaks doesn’t mean giving up. Her almost 10-year journey to earning her pro card proves that consistency wins, even if it’s not constant.
