Radio Episode #29: Irene Andersen | Bodybuilding Athlete

This time it's a rare privilege to have one of our few Swedish professional bodybuilders on the show. Irene Andersen started competing at the age of 37, earning her pro card in 2005, with aspirations of one day becoming the new Ms Olympia. Today she's using her resources in order to keep the sport of female bodybuilding alive on stages all around the world. Tune in and listen to a true burning spirit!

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 05:13 - Irene is introduced
* 05:55 - Irene on bodybuilding in Sweden compared to Denmark 
* 07:20 - Irene on her fascination for muscle  
* 09:35 - Irene on bodybuilding and her introduction to gym
* 13:00 - Irene on how others view her muscularity  
* 15:11 - Irene on why she started competing at the age of 37  
* 16:51 - Irene on her spontaneous side
* 19:53 - Irene on stepping on stage for the first time
* 24:15 - Irene on earning her pro card 
* 26:39 - Irene on saving female bodybuilding
* 30:48 - Irene on different kinds of attention 
* 33:08 - Irene on bikini fitness and its impact on bodybuilding
* 39:29 - Irene on support and understanding during diet
* 41:38 - Irene on owning a gym
* 44:21 - Irene on bringing protein ice-cream to Sweden
* 49:09 - Irene answers 10 quick questions
* 55:44 - Irene shares final tips from her own life experience
* 57:42 - Thank you Irene!
* 59:59 - Final reflections

# Check it out!
See what Irene is posting on Instagram: http://instagram.com/ireneandersenifbbpro
Get in touch with Irene on Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003308052147
Visit Irene's Website: http://www.ireneandersen.com/
Irene's "Too Big for the World" Pre-launch Video: https://youtube.com/watch?v=rfxArbece3U