The THRV Podcast30 Apr 2025

#25 Holding It Together Before the Photoshoot 📸 Week 8/8 Photo shoot cut

Spotify Episode Description:
The end is in sight—but why is this the hardest part of fat loss yet?

In this episode, I’m sharing what it’s really like in the final 5 days before a photoshoot after 8 weeks of structured fat loss. From the mind games, overthinking, and temptation to do something drastic... to the actual plan I’m sticking to so I don’t mess it all up in the final stretch.

We’ll cover:✅ Why the last week is more mental than physical
✅ What I’m doing (and not doing) to stay photo-ready
✅ How I’m managing stress, training, food, and my overactive brain
✅ Why the best thing to do right now… is nothing fancy at all

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt like the final days before a big goal are weirdly the most fragile. Let’s talk about how to survive the home stretch without losing your mind (or your muscle).

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Or DM me if you're in that final stretch right now—I’ll be your hype girl. 💬

💥 And if you want a sneak peek at my shoot prep (and post-shoot burger), come hang out on Instagram: @charlotte_ashleyfitness

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