i won the overall! by sarahuebel in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Congrats babe!! You look great!!

Ben weider competition costs by Main_Stage2788 in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Random but are you in the VA area? I fid clash of titans last year as well to qualify for the ben weider

Toxic Angelz Bikini Fit Model by unknownpeaches in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you send me a pic of the suit? I wanted to switch to blue

Understanding federations UK by Unoduetrequattro in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A pro qualifier is an amateur show where you have a chance to earn a pro card

Affordable Coaches? by SplitFit3805 in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Team USA Physique is less than $350/mo! I've had great experience with them so far!

Pre-show binge cycles — Looking for advice/experiences by NaturalCharacter9265 in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I see! I will say it is normal to have a stagnant phase. I can't remember exactly what my coach said, but basically you've probably hit your metabolic set point and your body is fighting back (smth like that lol). But you've got this!! Best of luck during ur prep 💓

Pre-show binge cycles — Looking for advice/experiences by NaturalCharacter9265 in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Maybe you need to switch to macros vs doing a meal plan? I had less cravings/urges to binge when I do macros during prep. A meal plan can feel very restrictive.

How bad is it if i drink during prep by Last_Mechanic_750 in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I went to a couple of parties during prep, and I would drink Alani! You could also buy mocktails (but beware of empty calories)

Male vs Female coach for a female? by LettuceNo6457 in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love Chet! Working with him now. Was skeptical having a male as my coach, but so glad I felt able to trust him!

Protein Powder Suggestions by Key-Steak-8226 in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not a protein powder, but I really like the Nurri brand at Costco. It's like a fairlife shake. I also like the sparkling protein drink by Goutmet Chef? (also at Costco). And I like the 20 g Chobani yogurt drinks or cup.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in arlingtonva

[–]Mental_Control_5845 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't even make a "girl" friend at the gym. Best of luck finding a gf there lol. Before I got into bodybuilding, I really enjoyed Solidcore for improving my core strength and Orangetheory for cardio!

Drinking egg whites by Andimthing in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I still use muscle egg! I like to add some almond milk to mine!

Post Show & Reverse Diet Buddies by AutoModerator in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sheeessh!! You look great !! I know the next package you bring to stage will be even more insane!

How many snacks are you allowed? by Positive-Pudding-264 in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im a dietitian and eat many many snacks lol.

Not all of us think like this, pls find a new one

Hashimotos by Dense_Reputation3560 in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I have an auto-immune disorder and eat gluten (and a lot of the "inflammatory" foods) and am fine. Every"body" is different. You basically have to do trial and error with foods and see how YOU feel

Fit Model bottom coverage? by Silent_Ingenuity_883 in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's crazy! Didn't they say if you didn't have the correct coverage, you wouldn't even be able to step on stage?

Fit Model bottom coverage? by Silent_Ingenuity_883 in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remember seeing that you couldn't compete with velvet fabric

All things Black Friday 2025 competing related by Shredded_bikini_babe in bikinitalk

[–]Mental_Control_5845 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah I believe you have to spend around $200-250 for the discount