Posts tagged bikini prep mindset
Holidaying On Prep & Reverse Dieting Advice Feat Zoe McIntosh

KOMPAK athlete and 2 Bros Overall Bikini Champ Zoe McIntosh joins me to talk us through her competing journey so far and her plans for this year. As well as how and why holidays on prep are a vibe and her advice for people struggling with reversing out of a show.

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Comparing Calories & Cardio On Prep

Find yourself wondering why some people seem to be on higher calories and less cardio than you? Here is why you should never compare your prep to someone else’s and why calories and cardio isn’t a measure of success. We all need that reminder sometimes that IG is a highlight reel and we never get a full picture.

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Your Options Post Show

There are so many options and ways to do post show and there really is no right or wrong way. There are pros and cons to each method and every post show is different and may require a different method. Where you are in terms of mindset and health will determine which route to take.

Please note that I am not an nutritionist, GP or psychiatrist, consult your doctors if you are facing any particular issues.

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Confidence & Stage Presentation Feat Audrey Kaipio

Audrey Kaipio, The Champion maker, joins me to talk all things stage presentation and confidence. I have been working with Audrey on my posing and I am really excited to share some of the things I have learnt. This is one not to miss, particularly if you are looking to compete with fitness fashion federations.

For feedback, guests suggestions or just to say hi! You can contact us at hello@notjustabikinigirl.com

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Being an International Competitor & The Challenges of Competing Abroad Feat Johanna Karla Dürr

Ever wondered what it is like to compete internationally and some of the challenges that come with that? Well, Johanna is a German IFBB Bikini Pro who has competed across Europe and has experienced the challenges, anxieties and language barriers that come with that. She tells us all about her experiences competing as an amateur in Germany and internationally, her journey to her pro card as well as why she thinks having a positive outlook is so important.

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A Cosmic Slap in the Face

Nothing like a cosmic slap in the face to bring you back down to earth!

Here is a frank and honest episode on my feelings of overwhelm with everything that is going on at the moment. This is where I am at right now with business, life and competing. I also touch on how no one likes a sore loser!

For feedback, guests suggestions or just to say hi! You can contact us at hello@notjustabikinigirl.com

In collaboration with KOMPAK / #1 competing store www.kompak.store

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Judging Insights, Illusions & Getting In The Zone feat Abbey Willis GBO Pro

Want to know what makes judges place you higher, or not so high? The differences between federations, categories, and the importance of doing a pre-show run? I spoke to Abbey Willis GBO Bikini Pro during lock down as she shares tonnes of knowledge and experience after competing in over 6 different federations across the past 4 years.

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Staying Lean, Your Other Life & Long Preps feat Holly Davage

In this episode, we spoke to Holly Davage, a bikini girl, KOMPAK athlete AND a clinical researcher about her fun and various experiences competing, her life having a career outside the fitness industry, tips for transitioning in between shows and stages of competing and more.

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Flexibility, its power as a mindset.

The all or nothing mindset is great, but how do you react when 'life happens'? In this episode, I break down the mindset you need when it comes to managing your prep, your state of mind and day to day life.

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Stop Blaming The Algorithms

It's not always a bad thing to want to take some time away from competing/fitness related content. Remember we're more than just bikini girls! But how do you take control of your feed and your algorithm? This episode talks through some key points that many are failing to see and what the reality really is.

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Relationship Survival Guide During Prep

Prepping for a competition can be testing on ANY relationship. It can test you in more ways than what you might first think. This episode gives some thoughts and considerations you should internally make when it comes to relationships and prep (this goes for partners, friends and family!):

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