Check-ins to Show Day

The time has come, the moment is here. You have prepped for this, sweat for this, ate for this and dreamed of this. Hi, my name is Rosada! I am a mom, wife, health and life coach, legging lover and an amateur bikini competitor. I am 35 years old and never thought I would compete...

What are judges looking for in a wellness competitor?

WHAT EXACTLY ARE THE JUDGES LOOKING FOR IN AN NPC AND IFBB BODYBUILDING COMPETITION? Article from http://www.teamusaphysiques.com If you have also found yourself wondering what judges are looking for, particularly from the new Wellness division, we’re here to help! Many competitors come to us and tell us that it is very hard to determine what the...

What to Take Backstage to your Bikini/Figure/Wellness Competition

By IFBB Bikini Pro Carla Garthwaite SuitJewelryCompetition HeelsBlanketNumber buttonPillowFlip FlopsA bag with rollers (doesn't hang on shoulders)Hair spray, brush, combWater and mealsPump up bandPhone and chargerHeadphonesMake upBody sprayListerine (don't chew gum)Pee cupRobe or button down shirtPump up snack before stage (coach permitting)

10 Things I Wish I Knew Before My First Bikini Competition

By Katherine Goodrich Follow Katherine on Instagram Let’s be honest, most of you reading this have these visions of glamour and sparkly bikinis... you see the fun and exciting things show days brings. But what you need to know is that is only 5% of the process. It’s what I saw and thought “Wow! This...

5 Tips to Managing Life as a Competitor and Mom

1.       Always prep your meals! Meal prep is the surefire way to success on your competition prep journey. It is all too easy to grab a quick bite for the you and the kids when your time is limited. Carrying your meals with you during all your activities, everywhere you go, is a simple way prevent...

Do I really need a coach for a bodybuilding competition?

Q: Do I really need a coach for a bodybuilding competition? If so, when do I actually need one because that is a lot of money to spend in the “offseason” isn’t it? A: If you want just to compete in a bodybuilding competition and do pretty good, no…you do not need a coach. If...

Competition Prep Budget

Download a copy of our Competition Prep Worksheet. COMPETITION FINANCIAL WORKSHEET

WHAT ARE JUDGES LOOKING FOR IN A BIKINI COMPETITOR?

WHAT EXACTLY ARE THE JUDGES LOOKING FOR IN AN NPC AND IFBB BODYBUILDING COMPETITION? If you have also found yourself wondering what judges are looking for, we’ve got that covered for you! Many competitors come to us and tell us that it is very hard to determine what the judges are looking for. One of...

Do you need breast implants to compete?

Quick answer is NO. You don’t. For me it’s personal preference. I’ve always had a smaller upper body, and I got breasts to be able to compete and fill out the top part of my frame to add some femininity to my shape. There are so many tutorials out there on how to stuff your...

Dangers of Competition Prep

Dangers of Contest Prep: Metabolic Disorders and Health Risks for Women If you’ve ever competed in a bikini, figure, physique, fitness show or any form of bodybuilding, you’ll know just how physically and mentally draining contest prep can be. Anybody that says contest prep is easy has either never competed before, or they’re not telling the all-inclusive...