This week on Boss Bitch Radio, I’m sitting down with my incredible client (and now friend) Xtine Cardenas - coach, mom of twins, digital nomad, and badass competitor. We chat about her path from long-time listener to stepping on her first bodybuilding stage, how she made competing fit her lifestyle, and all the mindset shifts along the way. It’s raw, real, and full of nuggets for any woman walking the line between ambition and alignment. You're gonna love this one!

#mindsetshift #clientinterview #bodybuildingcoach

✨ KEY TAKEAWAYS:

00:23 – Client spotlight: how one listener became a competitor

01:09 – Real talk: connecting on a deeper level

02:12 – The road to stepping on stage

03:23 – Wrapping it up + some love on socials

04:48 – A few tech hiccups + random life catch-up

07:00 – Daily routines and little life things

12:08 – Chasing goals and having a life

21:29 – Why self-care and honest convos matter

34:53 – Using journaling to get real with yourself

45:41 – Facing some hard truths

46:25 – Is it who you are or how you were raised?

49:44 – Masculine vs. feminine energy—finding balance

52:04 – Handling the haters on social media

58:03 – More on the journey to the stage

01:09:01 – What comes after the competition

01:17:15 – Big goals, personal growth, and what’s next

Links Mentioned:

Connect with Christine Cardenas!

• Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/badassbabextine/

• Catch her latest videos on YouTube: @xtinecardenas https://www.youtube.com/@xtinecardenas/videos

✨ The Iconic Coaching Academy is officially open! Limited 1:1 spots available — https://www.bossbitchradio.com/iconic-coaching

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Connect with Diane:

Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro

Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro

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Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide

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Ever wondered what really goes down on a lifestyle cruise? In this spicy sequel, I’m sharing real talk and wild stories from glow nights to playrooms—and yes, we went to a workshop about orgies. 👀 You’ll hear about boundaries, consent, and how curiosity (plus communication) has totally shifted how I vacation—and live. It’s the unfiltered tea from your trainer BFF who tells it like it is. Not safe for work or little ears—grab your headphones and let's go there!

#AfterDark #NSFW #BlissCruise

✨ KEY TAKEAWAYS:

00:00 – Let’s kick things off!

00:34 – Some real talk about vacation vibes

01:28 – Boundaries, consent, and keeping it respectful

02:31 – Glow Night was a whole thing ✨

07:27 – Playroom do’s, don’ts, and wild moments

14:26 – Sex clubs & events we checked out

18:11 – Dressing to match the energy

18:43 – More on how we handled consent conversations

22:01 – Navigating vibes & boundaries with other folks

23:19 – Where to chill when you’re not in the mood

23:59 – The workshops and events we loved

26:51 – Body confidence and embracing yourself

30:33 – Feeling overwhelmed? Yep, we went there

38:21 – What felt totally freeing

40:45 – Wrapping it up & what’s next

Links Mentioned:

Missed Part 1 of the Bliss Swingers Cruise? Go catch up here: https://bossbitchradio.libsyn.com/after-dark-episode-bliss-swingers-cruise

✨ The Iconic Coaching Academy is officially open! Limited 1:1 spots available — https://www.bossbitchradio.com/iconic-coaching

Hey! Have you heard of ClassPass? They’re giving an exclusive free trial (with 20 bonus credits!) only available to friends of mine. https://classpass.com/refer/U37R31GQ30

Connect with Diane:

Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro

Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro

Freebies:

Lower Body Blueprint: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/lower-body-blueprint

Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide

Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program

Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide

My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements

Okay, icons—grab your headphones and settle in. This episode is not safe for work or little ears, but it is full of juicy reflections, personal growth, and behind-the-scenes tea from my recent Bliss Cruise experience. From body image and non-monogamy to intimacy, curiosity, and conversations most people are too shy to have—I’m sharing it all. Think of this as the girlfriend chat you didn’t know you needed. Let’s explore what happens when you finally unplug and lean into your own liberation.

#AfterDark #NSFW #BlissCruise

✨ KEY TAKEAWAYS:

00:00 Kicking things off – yep, we went on a naked cruise 😳

00:13 Setting the vibe – this one’s definitely not safe for work

02:16 How this wild ride helped us grow and evolve our relationship

03:59 What actually happens on the Bliss Cruise (spoiler: a lot)

16:18 Why solid communication is everything in open relationships

20:45 How the lifestyle works – rules, boundaries, and respect

31:29 Let’s talk judgment, body stuff, and real acceptance

34:13 Wrapping up + a little teaser for part two (it gets juicier)

Links Mentioned:

Check out these episodes where I talk about my experiences with lifestyle parties, sex clubs, and exploring the non-monogamous vibe:

Boss Bitch Afterdark: Swingers, Open Relationships, and Sex Parties w/ Mike Jaret: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXvkbm5vBhI

#302 Boss Bitch After Dark - Beyond Monogamy: Real Talk on Our Open Relationship: https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/302-boss-bitch-after-dark-beyond-monogamy-real-talk/id1558918378?i=1000692254410

Listen to Bella & Jase’s podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/4ourplay-a-swinger-podcast/id1532493678

The Iconic Coaching Academy is open - limited spots available for 1:1 coaching. Apply here: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/iconic-coaching

Hey! Have you heard of ClassPass? They’re giving an exclusive free trial (with 20 bonus credits!) only available to friends of mine. https://classpass.com/refer/U37R31GQ30

Connect with Diane:

Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro

Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro

Freebies:

Lower Body Blueprint: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/lower-body-blueprint

Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide

Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program

Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide

My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements

Ever feel like you’ve got 57 tabs open in your brain and everyone needs something from you? Yeah, same. In this episode, we’re diving into a conversation that hits especially hard for high-performing women who are juggling ALL the things—work, family, laundry, gym time, invisible mental loads—and wondering why they’re so damn tired all the time.

I’m sharing a personal deep dive into the truth about your schedule and energy, what a real-life audit looks like (including the parts we’d rather avoid), and how to trade the draining stuff for things that actually light you up. We’re talking boundaries, burnout, and why it’s okay to delete, delegate, and dance your way back to joy. 💃🏼

This episode is your loving reminder: you are not behind—you’re just running someone else’s race. Let’s recalibrate!

✨ KEY TAKEAWAYS:

00:00 – Quick intro + why this convo matters

00:33 – Feeling mentally fried? Let’s talk about it

01:27 – Oh hey, there’s a free masterclass coming up!

02:04 – How to stop saying yes to everything + protect your energy

04:50 – Let’s do a little life audit (no pressure)

07:28 – Pinpointing what’s really draining you

12:28 – Things you can delete, delegate, or just not do

14:06 – Adding more of what actually makes you feel good

18:43 – Money talk: are your finances zapping your joy?

25:20 – Subscriptions you forgot you had (yeah, those)

25:52 – Clearing physical clutter = mental clarity

26:40 – Time to check your relationships

29:46 – How to speak up and set boundaries like a boss

35:06 – Real talk about self-care (not just bubble baths)

39:44 – P.S. Don’t miss the free masterclass

45:43 – Wrapping it all up with some encouragement 💛

Links Mentioned:

🎙️ Masterclass: Thursday, May 29 @ 5pm PST / 8pm EST - https://www.bossbitchradio.com/coffee-with-coaches-free

Bring your journal and your questions. This is more than a Zoom call - it’s a wake-up call!

The Iconic Coaching Academy is open - limited spots available for 1:1 coaching. Apply here: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/iconic-coaching

Hey! Have you heard of ClassPass? They’re giving an exclusive free trial (with 20 bonus credits!) only available to friends of mine. https://classpass.com/refer/U37R31GQ30

Connect with Diane:

Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro

Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro

Freebies:

Lower Body Blueprint: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/lower-body-blueprint

Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide

Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program

Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide

My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements

Welcome to the Glow-Up Era of Boss Bitch Radio — where health meets hotness, mindset meets muscle, and becoming iconic is more than just a vibe — it’s a full-body, full-soul reclamation!

Hosted by IFBB Pro, fitness veteran of nearly 20 years, and unapologetic truth-teller Diane Flores, this show dives deep into the journey of what it really takes to step into your power. From losing 100 pounds and stepping on stage 16 times to building multiple fitness businesses and navigating motherhood, relationships, and reinvention — Diane has lived it, coached it, and now she’s here to talk about it.

You’ll hear solo episodes, guest convos, and unfiltered stories that might make you laugh, cry, and definitely feel seen — with the occasional espresso martini, In-N-Out Burger detour, and a perfectly chewy chocolate chip cookie along the way.

No sugar-coating. No pretending. Just real talk to help you stop settling and start becoming your most iconic self.

So if you're ready to glow the hell up and take action in your one wild life, hit subscribe, grab your headphones, and let’s go — baddies welcome.

What do I give a f*ck about right now?

Waking up without an alarm, doing work that lights me up, lifting heavy things, and living life on my terms. This episode of Boss Bitch Radio is the second part of a spicy convo that started last week—so if you haven’t listened to Part 1, do that first! We’re diving even deeper into burnout, why doing less is my new flex, and how I’m rebuilding a life and biz that actually feels good.

I’m walking you through the infamous Wheel of Hotness, how I started reducing consumption (yes, including 69 pairs of underwear), and why I’m breaking up with my luxury car... because it’s not a hell yes anymore. Spoiler: this is what real alignment looks like.

If you're tired of hustle culture, feeling stuck in your own rules, or just need permission to slow the hell down, this one’s for you!

#burnoutrecovery #hustleculture

✨ KEY TAKEAWAYS:

00:00 – What I actually care about these days
00:30 – A quick welcome + why this is part two
00:56 – Burnout vibes + the Wheel of Hotness
06:22 – My “consumption reduction” moment
10:49 – Letting go of stuff (even my car)
16:07 – How the coaching academy was born
18:23 – Real talk on fitness goals and burnout
22:03 – What balance looks like in this season
22:40 – A softer, easier way to train
23:06 – Moving for longevity, not just looks
24:55 – Cardio that helps your mind too
25:42 – Healing work, yoga, and slowing down
30:01 – Dance, childhood dreams + old passions
31:50 – Facing fears and saying yes to new things
39:12 – Wrapping it up + what’s coming next

Links Mentioned:

🎙️ Masterclass: Thursday, May 29 @ 5pm PST / 8pm EST - https://www.bossbitchradio.com/coffee-with-coaches-free

Bring your journal and your questions. This is more than a Zoom call - it’s a wake-up call!

If you haven’t checked out Leo Skepi yet, go binge his TikToks: https://www.tiktok.com/@leoskepi

The Iconic Coaching Academy is open - limited spots available for 1:1 coaching. Apply here: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/iconic-coaching

Hey! Have you heard of ClassPass? They’re giving an exclusive free trial (with 20 bonus credits!) only available to friends of mine. https://classpass.com/refer/U37R31GQ30

Connect with Diane:

Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro

Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro

Freebies:

Lower Body Blueprint: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/lower-body-blueprint

Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide

Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program

Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide

My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements

Hey besties—this one’s personal. I'm back and deep in my feels, sharing what led to one of the biggest shifts in my life and how I finally feel like me again. If you've been burned out, hiding in the background, or just not feeling like yourself… this episode is for you.

Plus, I'm spilling the tea on a free masterclass I'm hosting with my bestie, therapist-in-the-making (but already a life-changer), Dr Crystal Barrera. We’re diving into burnout, self-awareness, and becoming the boss of your own life again.

#burnout #healing #stressmanagement

✨ KEY TAKEAWAYS:

00:00 – Kicking things off + some big updates
01:08 – What the burnout really felt like + masterclass details
03:46 – Social media, filters, and trying to stay real
07:15 – The messy middle of my personal journey
14:42 – Starting fresh (again) and what that’s looked like
18:17 – Being a content creator when you’re not okay
20:58 – Health stuff I haven’t talked about before
22:02 – The San Diego moment that changed everything
24:37 – Finally figuring out what was actually going on
25:41 – A pep talk for the high achievers (you know who you are)
27:17 – Trying to run a business while your body’s saying “no”
38:10 – The scary but necessary choice: selling the business
40:45 – Wrapping it up + why you need to be at the masterclass

Links Mentioned:

🎙️ Masterclass: Thursday, May 29 @ 5pm PST / 8pm EST - https://www.bossbitchradio.com/coffee-with-coaches-free

Bring your journal and your questions. This is more than a Zoom call - it’s a wake-up call!

If you haven’t checked out Leo Skepi yet, go binge his TikToks: https://www.tiktok.com/@leoskepi

The Iconic Coaching Academy is open - limited spots available for 1:1 coaching. Apply here: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/iconic-coaching

Hey! Have you heard of ClassPass? They’re giving an exclusive free trial (with 20 bonus credits!) only available to friends of mine. https://classpass.com/refer/U37R31GQ30

Connect with Diane:

Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro

Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro

Freebies:

Lower Body Blueprint: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/lower-body-blueprint

Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide

Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program

Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide

My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements

You’ve done the mindset shifts. You’ve released the hustle. Now it’s time to become her.

In this final episode of the Iconic Reclamation Series, we’re closing with a powerful guided future self meditation. Whether you’re seated, walking, or lying down, this is your sacred moment to soften, breathe, and reconnect with the version of you who already lives the life you're building.

There’s no fixing here. No hustle. Just remembrance.

Let’s do this together.

#meditation #personalgrowth #selflovejourney

Links Mentioned:

The Iconic Coaching Academy is open - limited spots available for 1:1 coaching. Apply here:

https://www.bossbitchradio.com/iconic-coaching

Start from the top of the series with: “7 Exercises to Lose Weight That Have Nothing to Do with the Gym.” https://bossbitchradio.libsyn.com/314-7-exercises-to-lose-weight-that-have-nothing-to-do-with-the-gym

Check out the “Why High-Achieving Women Feel Stuck” episode here: https://bossbitchradio.libsyn.com/315-why-high-achieving-women-feel-stuck-and-what-to-do-about-it

Watch the Phase 2, Reconnect with Your Body:

https://bossbitchradio.libsyn.com/reconnect-with-your-body

Watch the Phase 3, Redefine Success Without Burnout: https://bossbitchradio.libsyn.com/redefine-success-without-burnout

Here’s the last Phase, Becoming the Brave Woman:

https://bossbitchradio.libsyn.com/becoming-the-brave-woman-phase-4

Connect with Diane:

Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro

Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro

Freebies:

Lower Body Blueprint: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/lower-body-blueprint

Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide

Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program

Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide

My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements