First Competition. What should I expect?

[ck2006]

So I start working with a personal trainer on Tuesday for a competition in November. What should I expect? I am 31 years old and have 4 children. I recently went from 155 to now 136 and plateau. But I am pretty sure the trainer will fix that. I work out 6 days a week, but not really strict, as I have pretty much did my own thing. I am nervous and excited. So if anyone could give me some information on what to expect I would really appreciate it, I can't wait till tuesday. Plus I want to know that the trainer will be giving me the best so I can get the best results.
Thanks!

 

[in2iron_chick]

I would definately do your own research as far as diet and training just to have it in the back of your mind. My first trainer steered me a little wrong about nutrition and I could tell on stage and I lost out in my first show. Afterwards, he was like "yeah, we made some mistakes with your nutrition, but next time, we'll be better." I was really upset about how much money I spent on him and I should have known more about nutrition than I did. I am a personal trainer now and I look back and laugh at some of the stupid shit he had me doing. Honestly, make sure your trainer has experience with competitors because there are some crappy trainers out there. Also, if something hurts and not in a good way........tell him. Don't worry about him thinking your a wuss and can't lift something. Just always let him know if something pulls, aches, or just honestly doesn't feel right. You know your body better than he ever will. I am sure you have done your research and found a kick-ass trainer, so best of luck and keep us posted!!

 

[ck2006]

Thank you very much. The trainer I chose has competed several times, but that also worries me (or should it). But she placed 4th in the competition I will be in, I assume she is at a higher level now.

As far as nutition, and exercise, I have been doing my research and I find a lot on exercise, and it varies for everybody.

However, I haven't found a lot on nutrition except for protein shakes, should she be telling me to take them? I saw shawdow's diet on this website is that pretty much what I will be eating at the beginning?

Thank you for the support. I will keep everybody posted, this website is full of information!

I will give my stats right now and then download a pic on tuesday, (won't be too pretty) but it will be motivating for me.

ABOUT ME!
-31 years old
-four kids (10,9,3,22months)
-one supportive husband (so far, ha ha)
- 5'5
-136 pounds (on a good day)
-chest 34.5
- waist 31
- hips 38.5
-thighs 22

 

[*Bunny*]

Hi! Welcome to EF.

Have you read this or the other sticky's at the top of the forum?

Here is Sassy's Comp One ...
http://www.elitefitness.com/forum/showthread.php?t=394340

Good Luck

 

[ck2006]

Wow that is awesome! Thank you sooo very much! I am putting that one in my favorites, there is so much information, I will look even more closely tonight. And all the links!!!! very cool

Thank you, thank you!

 

[jenscats5]

Here is my competition log: http://www.elitefitness.com/forum/showthread.php?t=401451&highlight=jenscats+countdown

As someone else posted - I had a problem with the 1st trainer I hired as well...also be aware of your mood changes - mine were erratic at times - which made my hubby pretty unhappy with the competition at times!! LOL

And keep posting here for ideas, support, motivation, etc....

 

[ck2006]

Thank you, I have been dieting since june so I now about mood swings but from reading the diets it is a whole new ball game. My husband is really supportive right now about the whole idea, but I am not too sure how he will feel when the cost start coming in.

I am 24.6% body fat and 5'5 and right now 136 pounds. I don't plan on competing till November, do you think that is plenty of time? I am kinda panicking. I phoned to reschedule with my training, to get in sooner but she is so booked I had to keep my appointment and they said she isn't open again till next week. I want to start the nutrition right away. all she is doing on tuesday is a fitness test. Am I panicing for no reason? Can you tell I am excited, ha ha.

I took a quick look at your journal, wealth of info, I will look more tonight when the kids go to bed.

Thanks!

 

[jenscats5]

CK - you have PLENTY of time.....don't worry about it right now....

Oh and make sure to order your suits about 4 months in advance regardless of what your trainer says!!

 

[nikkita]

You are on time to get prepared for your show in november. I would recommend you to go to other shows during the year, either as participant or just to see. A first show it is like dreaming, but there are lots of factors that you need to take into consideration... from tanning, posing, walking and even staging with other competitors.

Expect that there will be girls who have more time competing and have more muscle maturity, expect that they will have a lot of experience in everything... so take it as a learning experience.

If you focus on your diet and preparation you will be in the top places, that you will earn every day from today till your competition in the gym... in the kitchen... Take the stage as the place to show your muscle progress, therefore practice in order to present it in the best possible way.

Expect stress levels (this you can manage) but above all expect the satisfaction of achieving a desired goal.

You can let me know if you need tips.

 

[treilin]

CK - you have PLENTY of time.....don't worry about it right now....

Oh and make sure to order your suits about 4 months in advance regardless of what your trainer says!!

Thanks for the reminder on that suit thing right now!