Not Just A Bikini Girl

This episode was recorded inpromptu on May Bank Holiday the morning after my brothers wedding. I talk about how family can impact you more than you know. Why its good to be the odd one out. Why you need to embrace who you are more. Opinion of families. Why I think I used to be a party animal. Email the host: notjustabikinigirl@outlook.com

Ever wanted to know more about the ins and outs of what goes into running your own show in the bodybuilding industry? We chat to PCA North East Promoter Leanne Woodford, a busy working and competing mum of 4 to find out what REALLY goes on behind closed doors. A really interesting episode for those who want to be more prepared for their show day and understand how it can affect you on show day. Content includes: Being a promoter for a bodybuilding show How to start running your show Difference between running a show and being a competitor What we don't realise as competitors Ways to take advantage of the show on show day How competitors can plan their show day better What questions you should and shouldn't ask Why shows can run late How classes are spilt How tanners and MUA's etc are decided How to stand out on stage Federation rules Posing shoes & competition jewellery advice What type of floor are you practising on? Best way to go about getting feedback How do promoters change or alter the results? To enter into the PCA North East Show, or any questions message Leanne on… Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leanne.woodford1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leannetaylorwoodford/ PCA North East Show: https://www.pcaofficial.com/northeast2018 Email the host on: notjustabikinigirl@outlook.com KOMPAK The one stop store for the busy bodybuilding competitor. Get all your competing essentials in one place: www.kompak.store

Do you do something, on the instant, without even thinking about it on prep? Do you have annoying or frustrating habits or actions you take during your contest prep, post show or off season that don't serve you? In the Bikini Brains series, we delve into some of the incredible books I have read which I think every competitor, like you should be reading or at least be aware of. Email the host: notjustabikinigirl@outlook.com In collaboration with KOMPAK www.kompak.store Reduce time and stress during your prep with the one stop store created specifically for competitors.

This interview was such a laugh! We chat to Janelle who competed at the UKBFF FInals last year and got chatting about what life is like when you are not just a bikini girl but also a mum! Content includes: Which one is worse: CHILD BIRTH OR PREP? How life has changed at home since she's started competing. Reactions to her competing from friends, family, other parents! Balancing family life, competing and being in a 'selfish' sport. Trying to date while on prep. Follow Janelle here: https://www.instagram.com/janelle_mclaren_fitness/?hl=en KOMPAK The one stop store for the busy competitor. Get all your competing essentials in one place: www.kompak.store P.S You will notice a few times we jump topics, Skype Recorder was having none of it when we spoke haha!

You work your arse off, put the hours in, only to then not get the placing you wanted at your show. How do you mentally go about coping with this along with those potential post show blues? What is the best strategy to take to mentally bounce back from this as a competitor? Taking reference from a book that I think every competitor should read from Deepak Chopra: The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, in this episode I explain why you shouldn’t win your first show, what you should do after every show and issues relating to attachment and insecurity. For all your show day essentials in one place visit www.kompak.store Email the host: notjustabikinigirl@outlook.com Resources, downloadable episodes & more visit: www.notjustabikinigirl.com

How do you know if your results of lack of them are down to your coach or in fact you? Take full responsibility and stop lying to yourself. Listen to this episode and get some perspective on things. Want a certain topic or question answered? Email me on notjustabikinigirl@outlook.com OR DM me on Instagram @notjustabikinigirl KOMPAK The one stop store for the busy bodybuilding competitor. Get all your competing essentials in one place: www.kompak.store

Eugene Teo is a strength coach, educator and bodybuilder who knows 99% of everything you need to know when it comes to training, when it comes to competing and the body. We go into so many areas in this episode so make sure you save this for your next cardio session! Instagram: www.instagram.com/coacheugeneteo/ Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC_7lEuEKvFt63jtvZYwlHMQ Content includes but is not limited to (brace yourself) Female mechanics 101 What really makes a good bikini physique stand out What body parts you need to pay more attention to Most common injuries in female competitors: why and how to prevent them Does the back bikini pose have long term dangerous effects? Where a lot of competitors are going wrong with training and competing in general Boobs and biomechanics Why you changing training during a contest prep can be a life saver The bikini athlete mindset: what it should be Prerequisites for females before they start prep The effects that excessive cardio can have during prep physically, hormonally and mentally Why some girls can’t get their legs lean for their shows Real longevity in training and competing Eugene is flying over from Australia in May 2018 when he will be hosting a range of muscle mechanic workshops in Manchester and Birmingham. Spaces are extremely limited now: www.coacheugeneteo.com/muscle-mechanic-workshops/ KOMPAK The one stop store for the busy bodybuilding competitor. Get all your competing essentials in one place: www.kompak.store

After months of work, KOMPAK is ready to launch. Designed to help the busy competitor, this epsiode is an exclusive insight into what KOMPAK is and the story behind it. Content includes: How KOMPAK came about What KOMPAK is The vision for KOMPAK What I don’t like about the competing/fitness industry right now How competing and running a business are very much the same Having the belief Stop waiting for permission Exclusive access to the KOMPAK website P.S If you’re listening to this episode after 30th March then no password needed, just head straight over to www.kompak.store

The biggest thought and question you can ask yourself that can mess with your head during prep. In this episode, I talk through some of the possible reasons you might be having these thoughts. What to do about them. And some real harsh truths. Email: notjustabikinigirl@outlook.com Launching this month www.kompak.store

Become more confident and diligent in dealing with negativity from those around you during the toughest times during prep. Including... - how to be mentally stronger when you receieve negativity from people you love - why these people are saying it - how it can affect you during your prep - who to trust during prep - prevent/avoid the negativity - how to say no when people offer you food without any repercussions - invest time - when they just don't get it - how to get people on board - importance of your network and close circle

Dr Emilia Thompson PHD: body, mind and competing

Overcoming fears relating to: competing, setting up a business, the opinion of others, family, society. What I learnt this week: KOMPAK photoshoot & launch, Bodypower PR event for Muscle & Fitness HERS Magazine, PCA Posing Workshop at Emporium Gym Birmingham. Embrace being the underdog. Benefits of being uncomfortable. Stop caring about what other people think. Go through the fire. How to learn at a faster rate. Seeing your potential. Staying true to who you are.

Warning: this is blunt, honest and raw. email: notjustabikinigirl@outlook.com website: www.notjustabikinigirl.com Launching March 2018 KOMPAK www.kompak.store @kompakwomen

DO NOT order your next bikini until you’ve listened to this episode! Get an insight into all things bikini suits, including: How to decide what colour bikini to have What exactly the judges looking for in a bikini What cut suits you Should you have connectors Matching your style and bikini to the federation BOOB TALK: this is an important one! Pros and cons of buying a second hand bikini Bikini suit trends for 2018 How Mandie started Black Ice Bikinis Setting up a bikini company in the bodybuilding industry  Founded in 2015, Black Ice Bikinis is fastly becoming the Number 1 place for premium bikinis and figure suits for female competitors.  Create your dream bikini at www.blackicebikinis.com Get some bikini inspo at @blackicebikinis on Instagram. LAUNCHING MARCH 2018 @kompakwomen www.kompak.store

How do you do this being a bodybuilding competitor when sleep is said to be the most powerful assets to building the physique you want? But the business world talks about ‘the grind’ and staying up all hours of the night? Email your feedback here: notjustabikinigirl@outlook.com Website and Resources: www.notjustabikinigirl.com LAUNCHING March 2018 @kompakwomen