Charlotte Pro Cup 2023 SHOW DAY | IFBB Natalie Matthews | Ep.13

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  • Опубліковано 30 кві 2023
  • Experience the excitement and intensity of the IFBB Charlotte Pro Cup 2023 with Bikini Pro and vegan athlete Natalie Matthews! In this vlog, I take you behind the scenes as I prepare for and compete in the prestigious Charlotte Pro Cup, my second show of the season. You'll get an exclusive look at my competition-day routine, meals, and final preparations for back-to-back shows. I also reflect on what it means to compete as a Puerto Rican.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 141

  • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
    @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому +29

    I’m so grateful for all of you!
    Thank you so much for all the amazing support on my last video. I hope you enjoy today’s video. BIG NEWS & more updates coming soon.👀😜
    What did you guys think of the purple?
    Are you team purple 💜 or team. Blue💙?

    • @shaynahanus4034
      @shaynahanus4034 Рік тому +1

      My favorite colors are purple and green so I would say purple BUT YOU totally rock the blue!! Matches your home flag 🇵🇷💕

    • @edus82
      @edus82 Рік тому

      💙💙💙

    • @pamelajensen5961
      @pamelajensen5961 Рік тому +1

      I love the purple bikini, but I do agree with you, blue works better for you.

    • @teacherhowdoi4643
      @teacherhowdoi4643 Рік тому

      I loved the purple, but the blue is even more amazing. You just look beautiful in everything.

    • @tracynance1217
      @tracynance1217 Рік тому

      💙💙💙

  • @GeorgeRitchieMatthews
    @GeorgeRitchieMatthews Рік тому +28

    The prettiest I’ve ever seen ❤❤❤❤

  • @krystelortiz426
    @krystelortiz426 Рік тому +11

    Hey Natalie! I don't know if you remember me, but we went to high school together. I am so amazed by you and I am really proud on how you represent our island 🇵🇷. I found your channel when I became vegan and was looking for high protein recipes. It was a really nice surprise finding you on YT and I am genuinely happy for all you have accomplished. ¡Te ves espectacular! ¡Vamo' arriba!

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому +3

      Nooooo way!!!! Krystel!!!!! Claro que si me acuerdo 🥹 you were a huge part of my senior year💙 I will never forget you. I just showed my hubby a photo of us in high-school.
      Espero que estés bien… message me on IG 🫶🏽🙌🏽

  • @patriciavazquez3047
    @patriciavazquez3047 Рік тому +6

    I know you prefer your signature blue but I LOVE you in the purple!!!! The fuller look is better on you because you are so tiny. Happy to see your placement is not hindering Your enthusiasm and love for the sport!! I believe this is a much better approach with this coach as she is helping you fine tune and develop your potentials and maximize them!! 🤗♥️🌺👍🏻

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! That’s what is all about doing my best, controlling what I can.
      The professional league is soo competitive, it’s an honor to be up there.

  • @RainbowCherries
    @RainbowCherries Рік тому +11

    Absolutely love this series and style of video, George is doing such an amazing job 👏
    Natalie you look phenomenal, purple looks amazing on you but blue is definitely your color 💙

  • @betzy7560
    @betzy7560 Рік тому +4

    Looking lean and full !! The purple looked the best!

  • @TheFitdiva
    @TheFitdiva Рік тому +5

    We are rooting for you!!! And I just love the way you and George support each other. It is really a beautiful thing to see. Thank you for sharing your journey with us!

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much 💙 it’s a beautiful partnership. We like to take turns. I can’t wait to do the same with his CrossFit competitions😜🙌🏽

  • @liamurati
    @liamurati Рік тому +4

    GIRL! Looking glorious in this photoshoot with PR Flag !! 🤩🤩🤩

  • @nalafitness9152
    @nalafitness9152 Рік тому +7

    You looked so amazing! I say keep giving them your perfect natural physique and hopefully they’ll eventually bring bikini back to where it was meant to be!

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому +2

      💯 yeah the division has gotten so muscular, I have hopes about this too🫶🏽💙

    • @nailahthompson4848
      @nailahthompson4848 6 місяців тому

      Um yeah, I agree... I know zero about body building, BUT on some human shit, I disagree with them judges. I say you should go even leaner. Really lean into showing them vegan built muscles and show the world what vegans are capable of. As opposed to trying to fit in and look more like the other girls. Fuck a trophy be a legend.

  • @dannymoore2534
    @dannymoore2534 Рік тому +1

    have a wonderful week and a wonderful mothers day with your mom next weekend .

  • @rubychavez2994
    @rubychavez2994 Рік тому +2

    The blue looks beautiful on you!

  • @weronikasulej1927
    @weronikasulej1927 Рік тому +3

    You’re glowing girl ❤

  • @jesshatchette
    @jesshatchette Рік тому +5

    Another awesome video! I cannot wait to see your next show physique! It looks like you’re having a lot of fun, and we’re all having fun watching your journey. Great job with the video George! Nailed it again!

  • @Yeahthatshowifeel
    @Yeahthatshowifeel Рік тому +3

    I love your dedication! I started following you because you were vegan like myself and you inspire me to try to build a better version of myself.

  • @MamitaGomez
    @MamitaGomez Рік тому +5

    You are soooo dedicated! Love that you’re not putting all your self-esteem chips into random, subjective placing! You ARE such an inspiration! Also, props to your husband for being so supportive! ❤️ Amo tu mensaje!

  • @richardrodriguez9098
    @richardrodriguez9098 Рік тому +5

    Natalie your physique looked amazing on stage!! And blue is your color and it looks good on you!! Good luck on your next show !! ❤💪🏻

  • @hollymarie235
    @hollymarie235 Рік тому +3

    The way you carry yourself and remain positive after the placing is what inspires and amazes me most. You don’t let it defeat you. You continue to work hard and stay dedicated. Such an inspiration

  • @carnismiscancer2108
    @carnismiscancer2108 Рік тому +4

    Looking great as always! I'm very proud of you!

  • @stephanieplowman5902
    @stephanieplowman5902 Рік тому +1

    Keep kicking ass! Lovely as always

  • @MuseFitnessTV
    @MuseFitnessTV Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for everything you share here. You are an inspiration.

  • @krizzleschizzle8500
    @krizzleschizzle8500 Рік тому +3

    You really are inspiring Natalie! Keep pushing forward, you got this! We are all super excited it’s to be along for the journey. 🙌🏼. Thank you also to George for all his hard work on the great content!

    • @GeorgeRitchieMatthews
      @GeorgeRitchieMatthews Рік тому +1

      Awww thank you! I’m just lucky I accidentally stumbled into making videos and that Natalie has an amazing story to tell!

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much ☺️ I’m excited to keep improving 🙌🏽

  • @amycnews1593
    @amycnews1593 Рік тому +1

    Yay! Yay! Yay! 🥳🥳

  • @jackharrington697
    @jackharrington697 Рік тому +3

    Natalie you look so pretty and the blue is your color girl wow!! 💙💙🔥🔥

  • @louisborsato7676
    @louisborsato7676 Рік тому +1

    Well done Natalie! Continue to stay positive! You're truly inspiring!
    Thanks to George for another great video production.
    Cheers to both of you!

  • @sashaleG1
    @sashaleG1 Рік тому +1

    Loved every minute of this, thank you for sharing your journey!

  • @mrsmarsh97
    @mrsmarsh97 Рік тому +2

    I have been checking your channel every day (sometimes more than once!) for your next video! So happy to have this latest update and looking forward to the next one. Your winning attitude and sweetness are so inspiring. I’ve refocused my training and nutrition bc of you. Thanks for all you’re doing, Natalie!!

    • @GeorgeRitchieMatthews
      @GeorgeRitchieMatthews Рік тому

      Sorry it was a day later than I wanted! Lots of technical difficulty trying to edit on the road! So glad your enjoying these videos. That makes me happy!

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому

      Aw thank you so much 💙😜 so glad you are enjoying the series 🙌🏽 if you click the notification 🔔 bell… UA-cam will notify you when I upload a video. I’m posting my next one this Saturday 😜

  • @user-qy9fv6yp4l
    @user-qy9fv6yp4l Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for this video !!! Love it

  • @alejandraradice2142
    @alejandraradice2142 Рік тому +4

    Te ves hermosa. Gracias por demostrar que los veganos pueden ser excelentes atletas ❤

  • @botanicallybuilding
    @botanicallybuilding Рік тому +1

    You look amazing, whichever look you go with! So excited to see how girl power went for you!

  • @johannachan9685
    @johannachan9685 Рік тому +2

    Been waiting for an update!

  • @FitnessYogawithSarah
    @FitnessYogawithSarah Рік тому +2

    Natalie, I accredit my body building career to you. You have been such an inspiration and I would have never stepped on stage if it wasn't for you and your youtube channel. Thank you George for the great footage and for supporting Natalie through this season.

    • @GeorgeRitchieMatthews
      @GeorgeRitchieMatthews Рік тому

      Aww thank you so much. I am lucky I get to tell Natalie’s story. Knowing that you find value in these videos makes it so rewarding for us. Keep crushing it!

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому

      No way?!?🥹💙 Thank u so much for sharing with me. I hope you have enjoyed your stage journey🙌🏽 are you hooked?!?

  • @JaxxBaum
    @JaxxBaum Рік тому +1

    Love your content and the shoot. Nicole is amazing!

  • @rowenaanderson3739
    @rowenaanderson3739 Рік тому +1

    Excited for the next one. You're amazing!

  • @renatapeters3681
    @renatapeters3681 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for sharing that I really enjoyed it. And I loved watching your emotional maturity, grow as well as your muscles, your beauty and your pride. Love and encouragement from Central Australia.

  • @teacherhowdoi4643
    @teacherhowdoi4643 Рік тому +1

    You are awesome. I am excited about this whole year for you. I know you will do well. You keep me going everyday. I adore you and your dedication. Keep going. You can do it.

  • @lilianaleca6813
    @lilianaleca6813 Рік тому +3

    You look amazing!!! Keep going 💪💪💪

  • @virtuosa69
    @virtuosa69 Рік тому +3

    Stunning!! 💯♥️‼️ I personally think you look best a little fuller. Fuller slightly softer looks more healthy and youthful.
    Sometimes, that tight, super lean look makes women look drained less radiant, but of course, I'm just a spectator.
    ~ Blue not only represents a portion of the Puerto Rican flag but also looks great on you 💫💙💫

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much! Yeah the judges prefer me fuller too so I’m all for delivering what they want🙌🏽

  • @KenzNurse
    @KenzNurse Рік тому +2

    So THIS is why you didn't have time to hit the slopes in Utah!! 😜 You're such an inspiration!! 💚

  • @pamelajensen5961
    @pamelajensen5961 Рік тому +2

    Omg! So exciting!! What a treat for us to see you go to 3 shows! Get it girl! Thanks for wearing a purple bikini for us 😍 can’t wait for the next episode!!

  • @scienceislove2014
    @scienceislove2014 Рік тому +1

    I was really looking forward to this video 🌱💚
    I just wanna remind you to take care of yourself and also..please never forget to wear your sunscreen

  • @andreapandrea7702
    @andreapandrea7702 Рік тому +1

    You and George are awesome! You look amazing 👏

  • @sarahhagen2051
    @sarahhagen2051 Рік тому +3

    Too bad you can’t compete in those little jean shorts. You look so flipping cute in those! I think that’s my favorite look on you. Probably because you’re so down to earth, it fits my impression of your personality. You look fantastic!!

  • @neeniesfitlife413
    @neeniesfitlife413 Рік тому +1

    Loved this vid and love George’s new way of editing!!
    I am one of the people who voted for the purple suit! I LOVED it on your skin tone. It stands out.
    The blue is beautiful too and I understand that you are much more comfortable with the colour.
    If the judges want fuller then know you are on right track as your coach has to carb load you days before the show! Like me, you are tiny and petite and beside the taller/ thicker girls we tend to look too small. However your final stage package was amazing!! Lean and muscular!!
    Hope to see you in many more shows this year girl, your time is coming.

    • @GeorgeRitchieMatthews
      @GeorgeRitchieMatthews Рік тому

      Thank you! It has been a lot of fun learning new ways to make these videos. I am glad you are enjoying them!!

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! Yes, listening to feedback is key! We will only be bringing the fuller look from no on, unless judges say otherwise 🙌🏽💙

  • @TangoMasterclassCom
    @TangoMasterclassCom Рік тому +1

    Congratulations!!! So well done, you look amazing!

  • @amycnews1593
    @amycnews1593 Рік тому +1

    Can we just talk about how pretty and beautiful your curly hair is though?! Love! 😍 And your make-up! Stunning!

  • @Jilleyful
    @Jilleyful Рік тому +1

    I think you looked amazing! I agree that the blue suit works better for you, though, and I can see why the judges liked your fuller look better. What great feedback they gave you! I'm rooting for you to rock this next show!!

  • @katrenabradshaw5682
    @katrenabradshaw5682 Рік тому +1

    You look amazing.

  • @divinelyred
    @divinelyred Рік тому +2

    You have no idea how beautiful it is to see you representing our beautiful isla✨ 🏝 🇵🇷 And as a vegan competitor too 🥦🤓 So inspiring!! Gracias bella. Eres un orgullo. Voy a ti!! Let’s GOOO WEPAAAA!! 💃🏻

  • @lauratuohimetsa9049
    @lauratuohimetsa9049 Рік тому +5

    I'm always looking forward to your videos ☺️ I have followed you for 4-5 years. I'm a vegan too and I lift weights. You are killing it, keep going!

  • @JoseSanchez-fp3mp
    @JoseSanchez-fp3mp Рік тому +2

    Hi, nice vlog Im so happy for you and very proud you have done an amazing progress congratulations looking good always thanks so much for the video I enjoyed it a lot have a nice week.

  • @jessacjames7170
    @jessacjames7170 Рік тому +1

    Natalie! Yass 💙❤️🤍🇵🇷 I’m proud that you represent us Boricua’s! Wepa! Te quiero mucho. These videos are top notch. Thank you for allowing us into your world 🌎

  • @mrslnj
    @mrslnj Рік тому +1

    You look great and you are such an inspiration!

  • @pgelenius
    @pgelenius Рік тому +1

    You look great!🎉❤

  • @tweety1028801
    @tweety1028801 Рік тому +1

    All i can say is Caliente 💯

  • @teagoldleaf4137
    @teagoldleaf4137 Рік тому +1

    Natalie, I'm like you, happy,.sad, angry: I cry.
    Some people mistake this for weakness but, then they learn the hard way lol

  • @boutiquelavoliere3933
    @boutiquelavoliere3933 9 місяців тому

    You are amazing! So inspiring!

  • @hannahwelton7455
    @hannahwelton7455 Рік тому +4

    You and George are so cute together.

    • @GeorgeRitchieMatthews
      @GeorgeRitchieMatthews Рік тому +2

      Thank you!! The vast majority of the cuteness is because of Natalie haha

    • @calisongbird
      @calisongbird Рік тому +1

      @@GeorgeRitchieMatthews lol! Trust me, you’re a hottie too. 😄❤️

    • @GeorgeRitchieMatthews
      @GeorgeRitchieMatthews Рік тому +1

      @@calisongbird haha thank you!!

  • @teagoldleaf4137
    @teagoldleaf4137 Рік тому +1

    So much focus, determination, discipline. Beautiful woman.
    Thank you for sharing your journey with us 🌷🌷🌷

  • @nataliewilkerson8739
    @nataliewilkerson8739 Рік тому +1

    I'm such a fan! You seem like such a beautiful soul. Rare these days!

  • @PaigeSabedra
    @PaigeSabedra Рік тому +1

    Really love your vlogs, your husband does a great job helping with it to! so wanted to show some love to that. Purple was very pretty!!! but blue is very nice with your hair color and curls. Looking forward to the next show. PLEASE DO PITTSBURGH PRO !!!!! (so i can meet you) haha

    • @GeorgeRitchieMatthews
      @GeorgeRitchieMatthews Рік тому

      Aw thank you! I’m so happy that you like them!

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому

      Thank you so much 💙🫶🏽 you are so sweet!
      I won’t be at Pittsburgh 😅 but I have a good reason👀. Have fun for me!!!!

  • @kristitompkins9265
    @kristitompkins9265 Рік тому +1

    Congrats Natalie, you look amazing! Your curls are so pretty too 💙

  • @GracefulStrengthCoaching
    @GracefulStrengthCoaching 11 місяців тому

    Orgullo de Borinquén! Well done!!

  • @copperpenny0209
    @copperpenny0209 Рік тому +1

    I'm an empath too and cry easily so I get it. I wear my heart on my sleeve. I agree, the blue suit is a better color for you over the purple. The purple seems to disappear against your tone.

  • @Vindicator73
    @Vindicator73 Рік тому +1

    *One day I want to see a video where the roles are reversed, and George is always smiling and Natalie is always mean mugging.* 😝😝
    *But another marvelous performance and documentary in the books. Great representation all around. Look forward to seeing more.* 😎

  • @lcrooks69
    @lcrooks69 Рік тому +3

    Another amazing performance! Congratulations Natalie!

  • @caitlinh8613
    @caitlinh8613 Рік тому +1

    Is a lighter green suit color an option? I love the blue but think you’d totally rock green too!! And a lighter green might still pop 😊 dunno if anyone does light green or not though!

  • @annmariefiske8750
    @annmariefiske8750 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful!!! Love the OG Blue suit Best! Show us those side hips/glutes! You've got them! ❤🎉

  • @evolveoverfifty
    @evolveoverfifty Рік тому +1

    Were you able to find some good vegan options in Charlotte. We do have really good options.

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому

      I’m doing back to back shows,, so I had a really yummy beet salad 🥗 at a lil restaurant next to the host hotel 😅 I don’t like doing cheat meals until I finish my season.

    • @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef
      @NatalieMatthewsFitVeganChef  Рік тому

      It will give me a good excuse to go back 🤪

  • @ronstalzer7669
    @ronstalzer7669 Рік тому +1

    lean af.great job