Shredded Illusions: The Dark Side of Women’s Bodybuilding

Behind the stage lights, trophies, and sculpted physiques lies a hidden cost few dare to talk about. On this eye-opening episode of Open Your Eyes Radio, Dr. Kerry Gelb dives deep into the unspoken realities of women’s competitive bodybuilding—from hormone disruption and extreme dieting to mental health struggles and long-term health consequences. You’ll hear raw, honest insights into:⚠️ The pressure to achieve unnatural physiques⚠️ The physical toll of performance-enhancing substances⚠️ Disordered eating masked as discipline⚠️ The psychological burden of perfectionism⚠️ What real recovery and healthy strength look like This conversation is not an attack on the sport—it’s a call to…