Namita Nayyar:
Beyond physical appearance, what does “beauty” or “wellness” mean to you now, compared to when you were solely focused on competing?
Monika Wierzbicka:
Once, only the end result mattered – now the journey is more important: daily healthy, active living, taking care of oneself, a healthy approach to nutrition and life. A beautiful person does not mean being in peak physical form – for me now, beauty means helping others, caring for the weak and defenseless like animals, and not giving up in difficult moments of life.
Namita Nayyar:
Recovery is a huge part of fitness. What are your non-negotiable recovery practices? (e.g., sleep, foam rolling, stretching, Epsom salt baths).
Monika Wierzbicka:
My essential recovery practices are sleep—I try to get 7-8 hours, foam rolling and stretching, massage, and sauna.
Namita Nayyar:
How do you manage stress and ensure mental well-being alongside your physical goals?
Monika Wierzbicka:
Since I was a child, I had to deal with problems on my own, and often since then I take on too much, which can sometimes be overwhelming. I have experienced two serious depressions—one when I was in school, and the second when I finished my studies and the pandemic broke out. It was a very difficult and challenging time for me. In both cases, physical activity and workouts helped me. That is my therapy. I love horseback riding and being in the stable, walks by the sea with my dog (which is why I live here), and nature. All of this helps me maintain balance and cope with stress.
Namita Nayyar:
You’re now also active in fitness modeling. How does preparing for a photoshoot differ from preparing for a competition?
Monika Wierzbicka:
It’s a huge difference. Preparing for a session is not as demanding for me because I try to maintain my current form and always look like I do in the photos. Sometimes, when I feel I’ve gained a few extra pounds, I go on a so-called mini cut – I reduce my carbs a bit and everything goes back to normal.
Namita Nayyar:
What has been the most rewarding or surprising aspect of your work as a model?
Monika Wierzbicka:
Everything is still ahead of me. I derive great pleasure and joy from photo shoots. It is a lot of fun for me and a break from my other activities. There is a plan related to modeling for next year, but I don’t want to reveal anything yet.
Namita Nayyar:
Finally, looking ahead, what is the next big goal or project for Monika Wierzbicka? Is there a new dream you’re chasing?
Monika Wierzbicka:
I have a list of dreams that I try to fulfill gradually, and it is extremely important to me. I pursue my goals and constantly add new ones. Currently, I am working on two projects—one related to my job and professional brand, and the other to modeling. I hope that next year both of these goals will come to fruition. I live by the principle: work in silence, let the results make the noise.
Monika, thank you so much for your time and for sharing such valuable insights into your world. Your journey is an inspiration to athletes, riders, and anyone looking to lead a stronger, healthier life.
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