E025 - Vladislava Galagan: The “Kendall Jenner” Of Bodybuilding

Vladislava Galagan is a professional bodybuilder, entrepreneur, and viral internet sensation. Dubbed “prettier than Gal Gadot and stronger than Arnold,” Vladislava has sparked global debate by blending muscularity with femininity, eroticism, and unflinching authenticity. In this episode, she opens up about her fitness journey, steroid use, and the realities of life on OnlyFans—challenging stereotypes and redefining what it means to be a powerful woman today.

00:00 Introduction
01:14 Growing up in Russia
03:52 Fitness inspirations & early routines
09:08 Family pressures & financial struggles at university
13:45 Dropping out & pursuing bodybuilding in Europe
16:59 Mike’s thoughts on leaving university
18:04 Taking steroids to compete at the highest level
23:05 Side effects: hair loss, acne & hormonal shifts
26:22 First pro comp at 21 & bad coaching experience
29:40 Best fitness tips for women
30:10 Avoiding masculinisation with PEDs
35:50 The fear of weakness, therapy & vulnerability
40:05 Income differences & relationship dynamics
44:52 How OnlyFans & webcams “saved” her financially
50:00 Lessons from validation & webcam culture
53:04 OnlyFans pros, cons & niche fetishes
1:01:40 Finding a partner who accepts OF
1:02:55 Materialism & spending wisely
1:07:12 Transitioning from OF & supporting her family
1:12:20 Russia’s hardships & life abroad
1:14:50 What’s next for Vladislava?
1:18:20 Imposter syndrome & the pursuit of confidence
1:22:04 Future goals & living in Dubai

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YouTube: @vladigalagan
Instagram: /vladigalagan
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