Have you ever thought about entering a bodybuilding competition but have no idea what to expect? Starting your first bodybuilding prep can be an extremely exciting and sometimes scary journey, but the results are definitely worth it. First time bikini competitor and Gym2k.com employee Madison Schosek walks us through her first ever bodybuilding show. …
2020 Paralympic Powerlifting Competition
As great as the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games were, the action is far from over. The Paralympics have been in full swing, and athletes from around the world are personifying what it means to turn adversity into accolades. Paralympic powerlifting is an excellent example of this triumphant feat. Unlike traditional powerlifting, the only strength …
Layne Norton Peak Week: Competition Stack
Main | Nutrition | Supp Stack | Water & Sodium | Training & Cardio | Posing | Stage Presence 1. BCAAs Why Use It: BCAAs increase protein synthesis and reduce protein breakdown. They also aid in post-workout recovery. How Much: 1 heaping scoop in between meals and pre-workout, 2 scoops post-workout 2. Creatine Why Use It: Increases strength and cell volumization. Helps maintain strength and fullness. …
Competition Prep: Pro Tips for Men
Choosing Your Class: Female | Choosing Your Class: Male | Pro Tips for Guys | Pro Tips for Girls | Competition Day Go-Bag Essentials You’ve lifted heavy, dialed in your nutrition, and stuck to your supp schedule. You’re so close to stepping onstage you can almost taste it—no, wait, that’s just chicken. …
Competition Prep: Pro Tips for Men
Choosing Your Class: Female | Choosing Your Class: Male | Pro Tips for Guys | Pro Tips for Girls | Competition Day Go-Bag Essentials You’ve lifted heavy, dialed in your nutrition, and stuck to your supp schedule. You’re so close to stepping onstage you can almost taste it—no, wait, that’s just chicken. …
Class Confusion: How to Find Your Fit in Physique Competition
People decide to enter a physique contest for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you saw a photo of Candice Lewis-Carter or Courtney King and said, “I want to look like that.” Maybe your days as a gymnast, swimmer, weightlifter, or tennis player are over, but you still want to compete. Maybe someone in the gym mentioned you have “great genetics,” and you’re …
Competition Prep Pro Tips for Women
If you’ve set your sights on a physique competition, having a plan of attack is essential. There is no one “right” way to prepare, and different things work for different people, but a systematic approach is essential to help you manage both your expectations and your outcome. Whether you plan to compete only in local shows or plan …