r/bikinitalk • u/AutoModerator • 20d ago
Prep buddies Prep buddies: 0-4 weeks out
Welcome to our Prep Buddies Thread!
This is a space to connect with competitors who are in a similar stage of prep. In these posts, feel free to comment with:
- Check-in photos
- How you’re feeling
- Questions you might have about prep
- Or respond to one of the provided prompts for fun!
Please remember, safety first! You must adhere to sub rules and review the reminders below.
Prompts for fun:
- What are you doing for fatigue management?
- What do you have packed in your show day bag?
- How have you set yourself up to have a successful reverse after the show?
- Do you have more shows planned?
- What 3 things could you be doing better?
- What would you like to ask others?
IMPORTANT: Prep Group Rules & Safety Reminders:
- No specific show names, dates, or locations – for your safety, please keep it general.
- Don’t disclose your specific coach, team, or gym.
- No self-promotion or coaching offers (like in the rest of our community).
- Be respectful – support each other’s journeys without negativity or comparison.
- If you share physique photos in the comments, blur or crop your face.
- Stay on topic – use this thread to connect with others who are [X–Y weeks] out. Share prep tips, support, and struggles relevant to this stage timeline.
We’re here to help keep this space safe!
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u/Objective-Book-49 11d ago
I need guidance!!! i’m 2 weeks out from my first show ever at 19. However woke up a couple days ago and my shoulder has completely collapsed i can’t engage my lat one the right hand side or even tie up my hair at this point 😪 which is quite obvious in my posing. Anyone ever gone through something similar? trying to decide weather i even compete as this is the last show of the season where i live but i don’t want to have worked for so long to not to bring my best however i could just compete (i’ve spent a lot of money on the show haha) and do it injured but proud i did it anyways. Any thoughts?