Preparing for a bodybuilding show involves choosing the right outfit, practicing poses, following a strict diet, and preparing the body for competition by tanning and removing body hair.
Many weightlifters and fitness buffs spend years preparing for bodybuilding shows. There are several types of this type of event, from natural shows to extreme shows and from amateur shows to professional shows. No matter what kind of bodybuilding show you’re gearing up for, there are a number of things to do in the week leading up to the event. Some key elements to consider are what you plan to wear, how you plan to pose, how you plan to eat, and how you plan to prepare your body for competition.
Most bodybuilding shows require a specific type of swimsuit or bikini. For example, some organizations only allow solid colored clothing. Bikinis and thong swimsuits are generally prohibited at shows. Make sure you understand the rules and regulations for your particular program, and then work within the guidelines to find the most flattering outfit. Choose colors that flatter your skin tone and hair color, don’t wear anything too tight or too loose, and always bring a backup outfit in case of a malfunction or emergency.
Some people attend bodybuilding shows or competitions before actually participating in one, to see what is expected in terms of pose. The poses showcase the size of your muscles, muscle symmetry, and definition. Each show has different posing requirements, and many have optional and required poses. Practice your individual poses and pose sequences for at least an hour a day. Do them in front of a mirror or videotape yourself to see what you look like from head to toe and watch your facial actions.
Bodybuilders have some of the strictest diets of all athletes, and many start preparing for bodybuilding shows by changing their diets four months before an event. Increase your sodium and water intake while decreasing your carbohydrate and calorie intake seven days before the show. Two days before the event, reduce your sodium intake levels by 50 percent. Cut out all sodium and water intake completely the day before the show, but load up on carbs. On the actual day of the show, drink sodium-free water and snack on natural peanut butter, raw honey, and rice cakes.
Bodybuilding shows are events that show off your muscles. This means that you need to prepare your body to look its best. Darker skin shows better definition than lighter skin. Wax or shave your body hair and then apply professional bodybuilding spray, lotion or tanning cream. Apply posing oil before acting.
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