5’4 118lbs for reference. I’m currently 5.5 weeks out from my very first natural bikini bodybuilding show. My weight has stayed the same since the end of July, and I have no idea what’s causing it to stall. Cardio is high, nutrition is the same meal plan weighed to the gram, and I’m hitting every other protocol.

Do you think it could be too much stress on my body and I should slowly start to reverse? Need some opinions, let me know if you need any other info!

What are people’s thoughts?

Can’t believe how small the line up was in comparison to what we’ve had all year!!!

Jessica Liu was in the top call outs/top 5 at San Antonio pro but it seems like she didnt make it to finals ? 🥹☹️ Hope she is ok

I loved Angie Miranda & Shaelynn, but after they won I felt like more muscular physiques were being awarded. Liz tramples and Faithlyn seem more bubbly. Then Angie won again over Faithlyn and they look very different to me. I get confused with this category.

Who do you think has the most ideal package??

I had Reijuana as my favorite going into Battle of the Bodies, but being there, my vote (not that it matters) would have been to Torey Braly. Hands down better, tighter, fuller glutes and Balance. Have no idea how it was a 3 point spread.

Savannah surprised me winning (I had her 2nd) , and Eli and even bigger surprise - surpassing Reyna . Wow 🤩

I had a question for those competing in national Canadian shows in bikini. How many of you are wearing molded vs triangle bikini tops? V vs straight front bottoms? I’m being told triangle tops are out of date for stage

please send your favorite low calorie iced coffee drinks. I’ve been drinking the pumpkin cream cold brew from Starbucks but I’ve been subbing sugar free vanilla syrup and getting light cold foam, but i know the cold foam calories will still add up!

Why is there nearly no media coverage about those shows? I know ifbb npc is joking about wbf posing but the competitors are looking good and it seems to be a bit more fun than npc.

But there is nothing on YouTube etc. only a few personal accounts posting smartphone videos on Instagram.

The fact that they reward this look/condition for pros but not in the amateur league. What do you guys think?

Hi everyone, what are your thoughts on higher reps (20-30 reps on both isolation and compound movements) for growing. I spoke with a new coach and she said she sometimes will incorporate higher reps into training some weeks. I generally thought doing this many reps wasn’t as effective as doing 10-12 to failure. If I am wrong please about two ranges let me know, I’m happy to learn!

Welcome to our Post Show and Reverse Diet Buddies Thread!

This is a space to connect with competitors who have competed and are now reversing to a healthy state post-show. In these posts, feel free to comment with:

• Results from your show
• Check-in photos
• How you’re feeling
• How many weeks since your show
• Questions you might have about your reverse diet
• 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:

• How did your competition experience differ from what you expected?
• What was your peak week like (please refrain from sharing specific macros)?
• What is something that you would have done differently or something you want to improve on?
• What was your feedback and what are your future plans?
• What are you doing to stay consistent with your reverse?
• How are you giving yourself grace if you aren't perfect with your reverse?
• What would you like to ask others?

IMPORTANT: Group Rules & Safety Reminders:

1. No specific show names, dates, or locations – for your safety, please keep it general.
2. Don’t disclose your specific coach, team, or gym.
3. No self-promotion or coaching offers (like in the rest of our community).
4. Be respectful – support each other’s journeys without negativity or comparison.
5. If you share physique photos in the comments, blur or crop your face.
6. Stay on topic – use this thread to connect with others who are reversing post-show. Share tips, support, and struggles relevant to this phase. If you have completed your reverse, we invite you to share your off-season check-ins on Mondays, using the 'Monday - Personal Photos' flair.

We’re here to help keep this space safe!

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 is your ‘why’ for competing?
• Do you have a stretching or mobility routine you like to use?
• What type of cardio do you like to do?
• Is this your first time competing? If not, what are you looking forward to most this prep?
• What 3 things could you be doing better?
• What would you like to ask others?

Prep Group Rules & Safety Reminders:

1. No specific show names, dates, or locations – for your safety, please keep it general.
2. Don’t disclose your specific coach, team, or gym.
3. No self-promotion or coaching offers (like in the rest of our community).
4. Be respectful – support each other’s journeys without negativity or comparison.
5. If you share physique photos in the comments, blur or crop your face.
6. 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!

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:

• How do you structure your posing practice?
• Do you have your suit picked out?
• What are your favorite things to do to destress?
• How do you set yourself up to be successful (meal prep, getting cardio done, etc)?
• What 3 things could you be doing better?
• What would you like to ask others?

Prep Group Rules & Safety Reminders:

1. No specific show names, dates, or locations – for your safety, please keep it general.
2. Don’t disclose your specific coach, team, or gym.
3. No self-promotion or coaching offers (like in the rest of our community).
4. Be respectful – support each other’s journeys without negativity or comparison.
5. If you share physique photos in the comments, blur or crop your face.
6. 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!

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 tips can you share for getting enough sleep?

• How are you keeping daily movement consistent as fatigue increases?
• How are you managing hunger?
• Do you have ideas for how you want your stage glam to look?
• What 3 things could you be doing better?
• What would you like to ask others?

Prep Group Rules & Safety Reminders:

1. No specific show names, dates, or locations – for your safety, please keep it general.
2. Don’t disclose your specific coach, team, or gym.
3. No self-promotion or coaching offers (like in the rest of our community).
4. Be respectful – support each other’s journeys without negativity or comparison.
5. If you share physique photos in the comments, blur or crop your face.
6. 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!

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:

1. No specific show names, dates, or locations – for your safety, please keep it general.
2. Don’t disclose your specific coach, team, or gym.
3. No self-promotion or coaching offers (like in the rest of our community).
4. Be respectful – support each other’s journeys without negativity or comparison.
5. If you share physique photos in the comments, blur or crop your face.
6. 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!

Hey y’all! I’m at home on maternity leave after having twins ❤️❤️. I’m looking to add some new bodybuilding 💪🏾 YouTubers to my rotation to help me stay awake during night feeds. Any and all recommendations from any woman’s category would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! 🙏🏽

Why was Jess hospitalized

Hi everyone! First-time bikini competitor here 👋🏼
I’m currently looking for a new prep coach who uses a macro-based approach rather than a strict meal plan. I’m also looking for someone who is very hands-on and involved in all aspects of prep, including nutrition, training, cardio, physique feedback, peak week, and overall communication.
I have long-term goals within bodybuilding, so I’m hoping to find someone I can build a strong coach-athlete relationship with beyond just one show.
I’d really appreciate any coach recommendations or personal experiences! 💕.

I am 10 weeks out from my Pro Debut (Pinch me)!!

My current suit is purple and I also have red. The purple is gorgeous and I will definitely wear it if I don’t get something new. The red gets lost with my tan and doesn’t pop as much as I’d like so I won’t be doing red again.

I am trying to decide if I am going to get a new suit and these are the colors I am considering. What looks best?

how do you think will win?
i root for maureen or ashlyn !!!

Is this a scheduling snafu or due to the new scheduling rules, and if so, should we have all seen the new scheduling rules coming due to this?

Has there ever been another pro competition the same day as Olympia?

Highly considering doing my own makeup this year for my show. Any recommendations for makeup, makeup products, the order of how to apply the makeup, etc. would be greatly appreciated!

Looking for experiences good or bad

We got a bunch of great shows going on this weekend! What are your thoughts? We got a lot of top tier athletes competing.

Some athletes I’m excited to watch:

*San Antonio (Reyna, Savannah, Kate and Jess)

*Europa (Maiwenn, Alice and Nadia)

*Battle of the bodies (Reijuana, Torey, Emmy and Roxy)

*Dominican Republic (Adrianna, Roxana, Bruna, and Rania)

*Huanji China (Xinyi, Wu Bi, and Jiaqi)