Ashley Lamont (formerly Castleberry) was not always the mega confident, ultra-athletic and fit super mom that you’ve seen for years on the Critical Bench YouTube channels.
So, what makes her tick? Where did her deep seeded passion for excellence in the gym come from? Find out coach Ashley’s story in this special never before done 3-part episode on Strong By Design.
This is uncharted territory for the SBD show… never before have we had a nearly 3-hour long conversation with a guest. But coach Ashley is unlike most people as you will soon find out. She’s a thinker, an athlete at her core and a person of great conviction and strength. Get to know the legendary Critical Bench coach on a whole new level!
“Education is something that only I can acquire, but nobody can take away from me.” - Ashley Lamont
Time Stamps
00:50 - Welcome to the ‘Strong by Design’ podcast
3:38 – Get to know today’s special guest, Coach Ashley Lamont
6:10 – Ashley shares the back story that got her into fitness and figure competition
9:51 – The power of being decisive
13:04 – Discover the deep passion Texas athletes have for sports
16:35 - Ashley discusses her deep bond with her stepfather
21:07 – From the US to India: Ashley on what it was like to live in India
24:00 – How her passion for reading and learning ignited
28:11 – From India to West Africa: What was it like to be an American living in Africa?
32:39 – Ashley on the things about America you only truly appreciate after being abroad
36:21 – Ashley opens up about her experiences with bullying during her time at school
43:45 – Fitness over Alcohol: How did she come to realize?
