The life of a bodybuilder. Notice I said “the LIFE” of a bodybuilder because you know what? It IS a lifestyle. I could go on and on, covering various topics over time, but I feel these basic points are crucial to share—especially if you’re a first-time competitor!
Over the past 12 years, we have worked with many NPC competitors across bodybuilding, physique, figure, wellness, fitness, and bikini categories. Among them, a few have truly shown the discipline, humility, and work ethic it takes to be a great competitor.
Here are a few points to keep in mind if you’re a competitor or considering getting involved in competing. This lifestyle is NOT for everyone, and THAT IS OKAY! Whatever your goal, make sure you’re pursuing it for the right reasons. 😊
1. Competing is a Mental Sport
It’s ironic that this sport judges your physical appearance or “aesthetics” because achieving your physical goal requires intense mental toughness!
• You can’t eat emotionally as most people do. Instead, you eat for fuel, performance, and purpose.
• You may have to skip certain social gatherings if you think they’ll cause you to mentally break. That said, I personally can go to social events and make it work! Flexible nutrition teaches you how to find that balance.
• You’ll doubt yourself. You’ll be tired but still need to hit the gym and train.
And remember: You WILL be judged. If you lack a strong sense of self-worth, this sport isn’t for you. If you already struggle with body dysmorphia or eating disorders, competing can make it worse.
This is a year-round sport. It’s not just about hitting the stage, posting selfies, and then calling it a day. After competing, what will you do in your off-season or developmental season to improve for your next stage debut? This is a LIFESTYLE, NOT A WEIGHT LOSS PLAN.
2. Stay Humble
Most competitors are the best in their gyms—but what happens when all the “bests” come together on one stage? It’s humbling. Everyone is a big fish in a little pond until they step on that stage.
Don’t let this discourage you; let it inspire you to reach your fullest potential. Everyone starts somewhere, and we’re all at different stages in our journey. If you don’t place, don’t make excuses or tear others down. Instead, focus on improving for the next time.
3. Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
If you constantly doubt yourself, you’re doing yourself a disservice. Stressing over others will negatively affect your body.
• Get off Instagram and Facebook if all you’re doing is analyzing the competition.
• Comparing yourself, especially as a first-time competitor, to veterans or pros is pointless—they’ve had years to develop their physiques.
Every pro was once an amateur. Focus on your journey.
4. Blinders On
As you start leaning out, everyone will have advice for you:
“Try this method!”
“Take this supplement!”
“Why do that when you could do this instead?”
Stick to your plan. Do not combine methods; it will only produce half-baked results.
5. You Will Not Stay Stage-Lean Year-Round
Veteran competitors know that the off-season is for developing lean mass, addressing weaknesses, and growing.
• This doesn’t mean “let yourself go.” You should still follow a structured nutrition plan with RevolutioniZe in the off season.
• Don’t expect to stay stage-lean all year—it’s unrealistic.
6. Lifestyle Changes
Competing requires sacrifices:
• No binge drinking or eating carelessly on weekends.
• Limited dining out and eating whatever you want.
• Weighing and measuring your food consistently.
This is an extreme commitment. If you’re doing this just to lose weight, you’ll likely rebound hard afterward. Properly nourishing your body post-show is crucial!!!
7. Respect Your Fellow Competitors
Everyone knows the grind. It’s a mutual understanding. Don’t judge others—you don’t know their challenges, both inside and outside the competition world.
As a competitor, I have nothing but respect for my peers. I’ve even made some incredible friends along the way!
8. Don’t Let Social Media Dictate Your Self-Worth
Social media has its pros (networking, business) but also its cons.
If your self-love and self-worth are tied to likes and followers, please step back and learn to value yourself independently of social media.
9. Everyone Wants to Be a Pro, But Few Want to Do the Work
Day one competitor: “I want to be a pro!”
Coach: “Okay…”
Months later, the client disappears because they realize how hard this goal is.
Everyone wants to be a pro—until they see the work it takes. If you truly want it, you will understand the commitment and time it takes to get to that pro stage! And we will be there to guide you every step of the way!
10. This Is NOT a Weight Loss Plan
IMPORTANT AND TIME SENSITIVE:
Contest Prep Season at RevolutioniZe Nutrition Starts This December!
Get ready to kick off your journey as we prepare our first athletes for the season’s opening show. This is the perfect time to start your prep with us!
Before diving into prep, it’s essential to master the fundamentals of flexible nutrition and macro tracking. Building this solid foundation will make your transition into contest prep smoother and more effective.
Don’t wait—secure your spot and let’s crush this season together!
What to Expect from Michele and Randy
You have TWO coaches! We are here to guide you every step of the way with both your nutrition and training. You’ll have daily contact with us, along with weekly follow-ups—either in person or virtually, if you’re not local.
During each follow-up, we’ll perform your Fit3D scan and hold a posing session to help you master the stage and showcase your strengths. We’ll also assist with all the behind-the-scenes details, such as tanning, hair, makeup, and suits, ensuring you’re fully prepared for your big day.
On the day of your show, we’ll be right there with you for backstage coaching and support.
As part of our contest prep package, we’ll continue to guide you with post-contest nutrition for up to one month, helping you transition into your next phase—whether that’s prepping for another show or easing back into regular life.
After that first month, we can shift back into our regular monthly lifestyle nutrition plan to keep you on track and thriving!
Our goal is to guide you every step of the way, making the entire process as smooth and stress-free as possible. Most importantly, we want to make sure you enjoy the journey and have some FUN along the way!
To get started, email us at revolutionizenj@gmail.com to schedule your initial consultation and Fit3D scan. This will give us the opportunity to learn more about you and guide you on how to begin your first—or next—competition prep journey!
More information and details on our contest prep package is listed on our website www.revolutionizeusa.com services page!
We’re so excited to meet you and help you achieve your goals! Let's have an amazing 2025 contest prep season!!!
Best,
Michele & Randy
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