Every Prep is Different: Why & How to Stop Comparisons

About this episode

The episode discusses the unique aspects of competition prep for athletes and how to embrace individual journeys without comparisons.

In this episode we talk about the various elements of prep that can and often do change for different athletes AND for the same athlete in different stages of their competition career. Amy & Leemarie share personal and coaching examples of how each prep is different, with unique struggles and wins and how to navigate both while enjoying the journey to stage! Follow us on IG @preplifepodcast @glamgirlbikini @amyehinger @leemarie183 Watch on YouTube: Glam Girl Bikini Join the team: https://www.glamgirlbikini.com/get-started/ 1st Phorm Supplements we use: https://1stphorm.com/?a_aid=glamgirlbikini Sign up for the Women's Posing Seminar this Saturday (May 2nd) at Beastified Gym in Overland Park! Link to register: https://proseek.chottu.link/Proseek3NFXT

People in this episode

Hosts: Amy Ehinger, Leemarie

Topics covered

• prep differences
• athlete experiences
• competition stages
• personal struggles
• coaching examples
• enjoying the journey

Keywords

• competition prep
• athlete journey
• personal struggles
• coaching
• fitness
• nutrition

Sponsors

1st Phorm

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Glam Girl Bikini, 1st Phorm

Places: Beastified Gym

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