Posts in the Category "Contest Prep"


Sometimes It Is Best NOT to Compete

We’re never going to apologize for telling someone why they should NOT compete even if they misconstrue the advice as rude or harsh. Case in point. I recently had an email exchange with someone who said: “During my off season, I rebound and I go from 120 lbs to 140 lbs within 3 months after.. Read more →


Do You Look Like A Competitor In The Offseason?

  What’s that? Your a competitor but you don’t look like a competitor in your offseason? While this is sadly COMMON in the competitive side of the fitness industry it should not be accepted as NORMAL or what SHOULD happen to your body. You can be certain that if you rebound so much that you.. Read more →


Post-Contest Rebound: Don’t Let This Be You

  Post-contest rebounds are very real and happen way too often in this industry. This is my client, Sofia, before she came to work with me and LBC. She is offering herself up as an example of what not to do when prepping for a competition, in hopes that it will encourage other women to.. Read more →


Sometimes You Should NOT Be Dieting

I had a conversation recently via email. A lady had competed, qualified for the next level and has since been experiencing a tremendous post contest rebound. But that’s not what she’s “worried about”. She has another show in 12-16 weeks and needs to get things under control and start dieting for her next show. Of.. Read more →


Should I do Double Cardio?

Q&A from another place – talk about the antithesis to the Lean Bodies Consulting philosophy, which of course is rooted in sanity! Q: I am having problems getting in my second cardio session. Low energy and just find myself dreading it! Any suggestions?? Fitness Pro: A: First of all, second cardio sessions means you are.. Read more →


When Should I Pick a Show to Compete?

As it is really impossible to know exactly how your body will respond, we suggest that competitors wait until they are within striking distance of the conditioning required to compete and THEN pick a show. Your goal in the meantime should be to maximize your nutritional compliance so you can get into that shape within.. Read more →