Posts tagged not just a bikini girl
The May Thought Dump

I’ve been doing something a little differently which I wanted to share with you.

With comps, work and general life this month, I’ve admittedly not had much time to pause, stop and reflect! But anything that has been in my mind or that I’ve come across as insightful, I’ve saved them in my notes.

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What my best friend REALLY thinks about the competing industry

An interesting episode where I interview my friend Issy, who I’ve known before competing and still around 7 years later!

She gives an honest and brutal opinion about the bodybuilding and competing industry from her perspective.

A must listen to those who might be struggling with their friends and/or family around them while you pursue your goals in the fitness industry.

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Dealing With Competition / On and Off Stage

Doesn't matter how you're feeling and what is going on, listen and get my thoughts on how to NOT let seeing 'competition' get in your head, whether you're at work, in business or on stage.

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FAQ's From Bikini Competitors

I went through my recent DM's on the Instagram inbox and covered the main topics and questions that I've been getting.

Topics include:

  • Should I compete if I have an eating disorder?

  • Non-supportive friends and family: coping and management tactics.

  • Time management as a competitor.

  • Screwed up image of yourself.

  • How to launch your own podcast.

  • Periods & hormones during/after prep.

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Bikini Trends & Predictions for UK Bodybuilding Scene in 2019 with Black Ice Bikinis

Not sure what to go for this year when it comes to your bikini? Me and Mandie talk about what sort of trends we predict will be appearing this year in the bodybuilding/competing world including colours, connectors, cuts and federations.

We also talk about why Mandie has decided to prep after 3 years of being away from the stage and some KOMPAK event insights for those of you who are attending!

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How To Schedule Bodybuilding Fitness Competitions

Advice for both first time and seasoned competitors who are looking for advice on how to plan their next (or first) move into the world of competing.

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Trust Yourself Featuring Jade Joselyn

IFBB Bikini Competitor Jade Joselyn chats to us about a lot of important topics that we believe every competitor can either relate to or learn from. Including confidence, pushing through fear, federation ramblings, taking judges feedback and much more.

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Dealing With Post Show Weight Gain

Weight gain is naturally the next phrase after show day. But why do we find this hard to accept, deal and cope with? How do you mentally deal with this realisation that weight gain is next?

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Where Most Bodybuilders Go Wrong Post Show

The last few weeks of a contest prep are mentally challenging for ANY bodybuilding competitor.

But are you setting yourself up the best way possible?

In this episode I talk about the importance of goal setting during the last stages of prep and where competitors easily go wrong.

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Peak Week Talk Featuring Girl Gainz & Team Box

Listen to the basics of peak week for bikini competitors. Laura Baker and Stephen Box give us the low down on everything you need to know about your peak week and competition prep.

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The Ethos & True Meaning Behind Not Just A Bikini Girl

I got asked a while back where the name for this podcast came from.

To me it stands for a lot more than just a simple name. It's an ethos, a movement and mindset every competitor should adopt for long term happiness and success. 

Find out where the name came from originally and why it's important to be Not Just A Bikini Girl.

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Bikini Competitor Mindset Talk: Progression Over Perfection

This episode I talk about the fine line between setting high standards while also setting yourself as a bodybuilding competitor up to failure and negative thought patterns. Including an insight into how I am currently balancing a business, marriage plans, a podcast, contest prep and other commitments. Remember, your mindset and your approach are KEY. 

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