Janet Layug and Daraja Hill Share the Challenges of Reaching the Top of the Sport
Layug won the world championship for her division in 2020, but she opted to not compete in 2021. After making her return in 2022, she reflected on that process with the co-hosts.
“It’s more than just competing on the stage. It’s about the people you meet, the relationships, the networks. They can carry for a lifetime.”
Hill is a rising star in the Bikini division. She has four wins to her credit, and she placed fourth at the 2022 Olympia, which was won by Maureen Blanquisco. Hill knew early on that following a proven road would be best, which is why she considers Layug a mentor.
“I’m really new to this whole life like modeling, competing, whatever it is, and she’s been there for me,” Hill said about Layug. “I think she’s a really good example.”
Layug is obviously glad to be that example, and she explained that if anyone else wanted to achieve the success she has had, you must focus on what matters most to make that possible.
At the end of the day, all of that aside, you have to focus on yourself. Did you put everything you could into your prep?”
Co-hosts Alina Popa and Whitney Jones cover a topic that isn’t discussed enough.
