WOMEN’S ATHLETIC ARTICLES & INTERVIEWS
NATURALMAG: Danielle Pela – New IPL Women’s Athletic Open Pro
“I see this division as one of an opportunity for women to show their power and their strength.”
INSPIRE Magazine – Fifty-eight Years Young Pro Athlete Kate Timp
“…I switched to strength training, which really was a game changer…I vowed to coach other women to lose their own baby weight and menopause weight and finally feel confident in their skin.”
NATURALMAG – New IPL APEX VI Athletic Masters, Evening Gown Masters & Evening Gown Open Pro Lanet Spence
“Every division was tough. I have so much respect for all the competitors who stepped onto the IPL APEX VI stage.”
INSPIRE Magazine – COVER STORY – New Mom & IPL Athlete Katy Stanton On Managing Anxiety & Mental Health
“…at 26, after the worst depressive state I had ever experienced, I realized if I did not get serious help, I would not live to see 27.”
IPL Pro Bikini Champion and new Fitness Angels & Athletic Pro Iris Bias Lands Cover of VIGOROUS Magazine!
“I am in shock and filled with the utmost gratitude being featured on the cover of VIGOROUS! It is truly an honor that I will cherish for the rest of my life. Let this be an example of things to come. Keep pushing forward!”
6X IPL Pro Champion Sunny Eclipse Lands Cover Of SEAM Magazine!
“As an athlete and during my competition prep, I’ve discovered that my physical training has been my main spiritual practice. It has been my sanctuary for my mind when chaos was stirring, as well as my playground for my mind, body and spirit. Thank you, IPL, for providing this Natural Drug-free opportunity for all the athletes.”
SEAM Magazine Fashion & Modeling With IPL Pro Champion Lesley Beck
“I think just to keep doing it and continue to step out of my comfort zone. I’m a firm believer that age shouldn’t stop you from living out your dreams. It’s so much fun.”
NATURALMAG – IPL Women’s Athletic Pro Champion, Lanet Spence
“Quite frankly, I was a little shocked about the sweep. You never know who’s going to be on stage with you, so you always always always bring your A-game in all areas.”
IPL Athlete Katy Stanton Lands The Cover Of INSPIRE Magazine!
“Seeing myself on the cover of a magazine is a bit surreal. Knowing what this magazine represents, I am truly honored.”
INSPIRE Magazine Fall 2022 Issue
Cover: IPL Women’s Athletic Masters Pro & Evening Gown Masters Pro, Katie Acuna
VIGOROUS Magazine – Kathleen Acuna – IPL Athletic & Evening Gown Masters Pro
“Be the best version of yourself that you can be.”
SEAM Magazine Fashion & Modeling With IPL Pro Chrissy Jack
“I enjoy choosing outfits that really bring out my personality…”
SEAM Magazine – Masters Athletic & Evening Gown Pro, Katie Acuna “Is Too Legit To Quit!”
“I had to make a decision and either live in pain or try to do something about it.”
New IPL Pro Katie Acuna Lands The Cover Of INSPIRE Magazine’s First Issue!
“Being on this cover is a dream come true! Finding mental, physical and spiritual healing in fitness saved my life. I am so thankful to be part of such an amazing league with so many inspirational athletes!”
IPL Pro Champion Megan Johnson McCullough Lands Cover of Natural GAINZ Magazine!
“I used to be a cardio queen, chasing the ‘skinny look’. But now I love looking athletic, fit and strong like a cover girl!”
Natural GAINZ Magazine – Cover Story – Triple Threat! Kate Nightlinger – Pro Figure, Bikini & Athletic!
“I like a leaner look through-out the year. Yes, I am in shape year-round!”
SEAM Magazine Q&A With IPL Pro Chrissy Jack
“One bad day isn’t a pattern and it doesn’t mean you have fallen off the wagon. Just recognize you are human. Pick yourself up off the floor, put your game face back on and keep going.”
NATURALMAG – Competitor Spotlight: Katy Stanton
“Taking care of your mental and psychological health is just as important as your physical. You should never stop developing your mind, body, spirit.“
SEAM Magazine Q&A With IPL Pro Christina Wilson
“Go after your dreams, manifest what you want and truly believe that they will happen and they will come true.”
SEAM Magazine – Health Coach, Kat Ryan: A Journey To Health
“One of my biggest passions is teaching people, especially women, about lifting. It gives you so much confidence and power.”
New IPL Pro Kate Nightlinger Lands Cover Of Natural GAINZ Magazine!
“I lift because it is empowering to get stronger and see your body transform over time. I never dreamed I’d be a cover girl!”
SEAM Magazine – Cover Story – 25 Year Old IPL Pro Athlete, Marissa Burns: Ambition, Strength, Perseverance
“…take the leap of faith and invest in the best version of yourself.”
VIGOROUS Magazine – IPL Amateur Bikini Athlete & Women’s Athletic Pro, Marissa Burns
“Everything happens for a reason. What’s meant for you will always be yours.”
NATURALMAG – Katey Lara: APEX V Pro Women’s Athletic Winner
“I am pushing my training to new levels and working harder than ever…I’m looking forward to seeing the package I am able to bring to stage!”
Natural GAINZ Magazine – New IPL Women’s Athletic Pro, Marissa Burns
“It’s just more me! It emphasizes the feminine badass in my core, and that is a euphoric feeling in itself.”
NATURALMAG – Chameleon In Cali – Simona Nelson: New Fitness Angels, Athletic & Evening Gown Pro
“I have two favorite divisions. Fitness Angels because it’s such a gorgeous division and Athletic because it is a moment that shows all of your muscle.”
NATURALMAG – Pro Women’s Athletic Phenom, Val Colon
“This was my first year competing and I fell in love with it. I never expected to place, let alone win…”
Natural GAINZ Magazine – Big Switch! Elli Nichole: From Bikini, Angels, Sports Model & Gown To Figure & Athletic!
“I’ve always wanted to be a more muscular girl…I inevitably reached a point where my true dreams were calling.”
Natural GAINZ Magazine Cover Story – New IPL Figure Pro, Mendi Short!
“I had a lot of growth and change, both physically and mentally. But I know I can do better. There is always room for improvement.”
Natural GAINZ Magazine – New IPL Pro, Kat Ryan’s Comeback!
“I had plateaued in my health and fitness journey at a 45lb weight loss and wanted to take my results to the next level.”
Natural GAINZ Magazine – Maddie McVane’s Gainz!
“…the Athletic division. It definitely is my jam! Even though I may not be placing the best, I have the best time during that division!“
Natural GAINZ Magazine – New IPL Women’s Athletic Pro Tiffany Gates Dominates!
“It was completely emotional. I was surprised, thrilled and overwhelmed all at once.“
NATURALMAG – Lori Silva Impresses In Three Divisions: Angels, Athletic & Bikini
“Words can’t even begin to explain all the excitement, confidence and emotions that ran through my body…”
NATURALMAG Competitor Spotlight – IPL Sports Model Pro & Athletic Pro, Chelsea Cancian
“’A healthy spirit in a healthy body.’ Even more when you have a goal to be achieved.”
NATURALMAG – IPL Women’s Athletic Pro Champion, Kaylin Payne
“I would say that this was the best look of physique, suit and posing I have achieved to date.”