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On this episode Amy and Leemarie are joined by IFBB Fit Model Pros, Lindsay Black and Xuan Ngo to recap the first fit model pro show that took place in Japan.

We discuss the judging criteria, posing routines, suits and jewelry and what this first Pro Show winner (congrats Emily Chanel!) says about the division. 

We also hint about what this means for the Bikini division separating itself from fit model and what we think we will see at the Arnold International coming up... Stay tuned!

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Bodybuilding prep can be monotonous and dare we say- boring! In this episode we give practical tips to set yourself up for success, get through the tough days with ease and avoid burnout.

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Today we are joined by IFBB Fit Model Professional Xuan to talk about her journey as a mom of two just looking to finally lose the extra weight, to a very successful run as a natural bikini competitor in the NPC to now becoming a professional Fit Model in the IFBB. 

Xuan talks about balancing Mom life with a hard prep, having a healthy mindset around food and your body before competing and how hobbies like cosplay help her develop confidence onstage!

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New suit guidelines for Fit Model? IFBB Bikini pros announcing their Fit Model debuts? New Food Pyramid that focuses on high fats and low carb? We have the scoop! And as usual, we give our opinions on it all!

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In today's episode we give our opinions on the latest trends in fitness and health including AI generated workout and nutrition plans, biohacking, viral social media trends, cycle syncing your workouts, peptides and more!

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Fit Model Professional Lindsey Black joins us to discuss winning her pro card (twice!), transitioning from bikini to fit model and her unique and specific beliefs on fitness and nutrition for women in their 30s and above. We discuss her thoughts on fit model suits and posing as well as how she feels about pro bikini competitors switching divisions.

Lindsey is a nutritionist, certified personal trainer and lifestyle coach who believes that, for women at least, nutrition and fatloss is not always just calories in/calories out. She shares her thoughts on lab panels, thyroid levels, HRT...

In this Q&A episode we discuss topics such as building a bikini body from scratch, picking out just the right color and style of suit for your skin tone and hair, posing tweaks to transform your physique onstage and more!

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A bikini or fit model prep can be a shocking experience if you are not prepared! Amy and Leemarie discuss 10 things they wish they had known about prep before their first time so YOU can learn from their experience!

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Coach Amy has been competing in the sport of bodybuilding for 15+ years and in this episode she gives her top tips on how to stay relevant in the sport, how to create a sustainable lifestyle in bodybuilding and how to avoid burnout with diet, training, cardio and more!

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In this second episode of goal setting we breakdown how to set a theme for your year, translate ideas into action, hold yourself accountable and track progress and also how to break down your year into smaller segments with specific focuses. 

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In this episode we look back at our year of prep, improvement season, shows, training and diet, coaching, self improvement and development. We show you actionable steps to decide what can improve and what needs to go! Goals for 2026 start with reflections from 2025…

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In this episode we recall our favorites from 2025! What we loved and what we found, new trends or just new to us!

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We are getting honest and up front about our most unhinged moments on prep! All the scam products we bought, all the picky food requests we've made, all the things that trigger us at the gym and more!!

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In this episode Amy and Leemarie go over the new rules for Pro Fit Model and Bikini in 2026 and how this will effect the timing of the shows and preparing for your moment onstage. Then they talk about Amy's phone call with the NPC Women's Chair person Sandy Williamson about how to interpret judges feedback and what actionable steps to take to improve your placing!

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Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years on Prep!! We give our best tips on how to handle food pushers, cravings, prep diet, post show appetite and off season tricks to stay on track!!

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Glam Girl Athletes, Christine Parks and Beth Krause tell about their experience at the Kansas City Central USA Championship show this last weekend. Christine competed in Bikini and Beth competed in Fit Model. They talk about in person coaching on show day verses remote coaching, first timer lessons and learning how to advocate for yourself as an athlete!

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Fit Model competitor Brooklyn Goodsell joins the Prep Life Podcast to talk about her journey of competing in bikini, natural federations, the NPC and finally about how she almost called in quits right before winning her Pro Card at the Amateur Olympia this year!

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Amy and Leemarie tell their unhinged stories from prep! Tanning mishaps, suit oopsies, last minute haircuts in the bathroom, leopard print abs, and many more!!

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In this Q&A episode Amy and Leemarie talk about the biggest mistakes they've made on prep, the hardest part about post show and what we can take away from the 2025 Miss Bikini Olympia going into the next year of bodybuilding!

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In this episode we go over all the latest Olympia news, the top 5 in each category as well as a deep dive into our new top 5 Bikini Olympians!

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On today’s episode we discuss the latest hot topic in the fitness industry - weight loss drug, Retatrutide.

What are the benefits? Are there potential side effects? What does this mean for bikini competitors in prep, dieting hard for a show?

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Amy and Leemarie talk about the 2025 Olympia stats and who could possibly be in that top 15 for Bikini!!

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On this episode Amy interviews the newest IFBB Pro Fit Model, Meaghan Taylor!

Meaghan earned her pro card at North Americans in the Masters 45+ class!

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The sport of bodybuilding is HIGHLY subjective from a judging standpoint.

Receiving judges critique and knowing how to dissect it and turn it into actionable steps is key to moral and longevity in our sport!

We give you our best tips on staying grounded when receiving feedback AND our opinions on the new Olympia qualification rules for 2026!

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Anyone who’s ever competed in bikini or fit model knows this truth: it’s not always about how hard you work. Sometimes you bring your best package and you still don’t place where you hoped. Sometimes your body doesn’t peak right. And sometimes… life outside the gym throws challenges that spill into prep.

This is where adversity shows up. It tests us, not just as athletes, but as people.

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Glam Girl CEO Amy has now done two Fit Model competitions and she has the scoop on judges wanting a "beautiful look", how to tweak the front pose for a tinier waistline, how prep is different from Bikini and updates on future competitions!

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Have you been wondering what the latest trends are in NPC/IFBB Fit Model and NPC/IFBB Bikini? If so, this is the episode to listen to find out. Be sure to listen in as @glamgirlbikini Coach and CEO @amyehinger and Head Posing Coach @Marissarenay_ifbbpro talk all things Fit Model and Bikini. Sign up for prep and posing coaching here: www.glamgirlbikini.com 

We all talk about stress and how it can hinder fat loss but do you ever wonder how and why? 

Stress has a massive effect on fat loss and fitness and as bodybuilders and competitors we need to focus on managing our stress levels for the best results!

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Do you ever wonder how to interpret your feedback from the judging panel? 

What should you do with the feedback you get? What if you get feedback that doesn't make sense? How even do you GET feedback after a show?

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Fat burners, tilapia & asparagus, hours of daily cardio - sound familiar?

There are many common myths about bodybuilding bikini preps that are still widely spread and believed and we are here to debunk them!

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In this listener questions episode, Amy and Leemarie answer questions about discipline vs motivation, losing friends during prep, keeping relationships strong, and how to have a positive body image in a sport that is constantly trying to improve body appearance

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What happens after you step off stage at your bodybuilding competition? 

Many competitors struggle with binge eating, bloating, weight gain, post show blues, and just lack of routine and structure in general and we are here to help! 

In this episode we give you our guide to navigating a successful and healthy post show period.

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So you have dieted and done all the cardio, you made it through peak week and it’s time to compete! Do ever wonder just what to expect?

From freezing backstage to running behind schedule to peeing with a spray tan, we’ve got you covered! We are dishing up all the things they don’t tell you about bodybuilding competitions!

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As bikini bodybuilders we know how expensive our sport can be!

Have you ever wished you could turn your passion for fitness and competing into a career? Maybe you just want to offset the cost of competing or earn some of your supplements or apparel for free?

Amy and Leemarie talk about several ways to monetize bodybuilding and fitness and turn your passions into profits!

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In this episode Amy recaps the Pittsburgh Power and Fit Expo from Mother's Day weekend! History was made with the first EVER Fit Model Pro and natural pro qualifiers are growing in the industry!

We also discuss how to break up training sessions for the best results in the sport of bodybuilding.

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Mothers day and the Pittsburgh Power Pro show are this weekend! Amy and Leemarie give their top 3 predictions for the winner of the pro show! Then we discuss how to involve your family in your competition prep and teach your kids about bodybuilding and prep in a healthy and balanced way!

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Amy and Leemarie go into the dark corners, the random inconveniences and the sometimes hilariously pathetic side effects of doing a bikini prep!

When sleep is not a thing, regular bathroom trips are like a christmas present and you hit a wall in the gym, you KNOW prep is getting real!

But the reward is well worth it and THAT'S why we compete!

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As elite athletes it is important to get regular bloodwork done! But which markers are especially important for bikini competitors and why? When should you get your bloodwork done - before a bikini prep? After competition day? During your improvement season? In this episode we break it all down for you!

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Bodybuilding Prep is NOT for the faint of heart! In this episode we discuss mindset techniques that set apart the average fitness person from the elite competitor!

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Do you struggle with constant thoughts about food?

Are your cravings out of control? 

Do you prep perfectly all day only to fall apart and binge at night? We GET IT! Food noise has been trending all over the fitness industry and in bodybuilding it's something we know well! 

In this episode Amy and Leemarie talk about how to tell if it's hunger or food noise and how to handle the cravings!

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