Posts in Competitor Insights
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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Being Your Own Coach, Staying True to You & Longevity Feat Casey Samsel

We all have that one pro that we have been following for years, and for me that is Casey.

It was great to have Casey on to talk about being your own coach, staying true to yourself and achieving longevity in this sport. Plus much much more. This was a great episode and I am sure you will take a lot away from it.

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Stage Makeup Tutorials Feat RayRay Hudson

Need some guidance doing your stage make up? Well my girl RayRay has got you covered!

RayRay has been busy during lockdown bringing together some of the best MUA's in the industry on a project to raise money for cancer research. She has launched Makeup Guides to help you do your own stage make up. Not only that they also include discounts with makeup brands to help you build your kit!

This is a fantastic idea and I know will help me level up my make up game.

Resources

https://www.rayrayhudson.com/

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

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Sponsorship 101 Ft. Georgia Rose Bikinis & Black Ice Bikinis

Ever wondered what companies look for in a sponsored athlete? Well look no further! In this episode you can listen to some of the UK's top bodybuilding brands talk all things sponsorships. Get and insight into the ins and outs of how they approach sponsorship’s and the do's and don'ts as an athlete.

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WBFF Posing, Style & Condition Breakdown feat Bikini PRO Beth Scott

Want to find out about ALL the details and features you need to know if you want to compete in a fashion/fitness style federation like the WBFF? As Beth Scott is no stranger to this podcast, so she took me through a 30-minute posing session just before we hit record to give you guys the best insight possible into how to nail this style of posing and bring your most sassy self!

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The Mindset behind an IFBB Bikini Pro feat Phoebe Hagan

Ever wondered what it takes from a mindset perspective to turn pro, and BE a pro? Phoebes goal this year is to get to the Olympia stage, and the work that goes behind that journey requires a certain type of athlete and mindset. An interesting episode for those looking to succeed long-term in the sport and gain a better understanding and insight into what it takes.

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Most Common Posing Dilemmas feat IFBB Bikini Champion Charlotte Pickstock

A different type of episode today, just before recording - after nearly 2 years - I stepped back into an online posing lesson with IFBB Bikini Champion Charlotte Pickstock going through some IFBB, NPC, 2 Bros Bikini style posing and choreography. We talk through what I learnt in that session, my own insecurities and weaknesses as a competitor both mentally and physically, which might help you in your journey and progression in the sport.

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Fashion, Lifestyle, Competing and KOMPAK feat Katie Da Silva

Katie Da Silva is a bikini competitor with passion for fashion, fitness and horses!

Not only that, she is a KOMPAK athlete who helps me behind the scenes with the business.

Her career is a fun mix of working with brands via her Instagram, online coaching, AND working alongside me with KOMPAK.

We delve into her competing past, what she’s learnt and we chat all things fashion, lifestyle and business too!

Enjoy x

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Figure to Bikini, COVID Frontline & Values feat Rosie Tarbuck

Rosie Tarbuck is both a bikini competitor and NHS doctor currently working on the frontline. She shares her honest thoughts on why she switched to bikini, what her life is like right now, and much more. Also on this episode, you get to hear a little snippet of our dog mum voices ;)

NB this was recorded the beginning of April

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Visualisation, Hustle vs Rest and Being A Figure PRO Athlete feat Erin Thomson

Want to hear first hand from an IFBB Figure Pro their mindset, competing history and lifestyle? I chat with IFBB Pro Erin Thomson about all these aspects and more during the lockdown. A MUST listen for both bikini and figure athletes.

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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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