#167 - Bodybuilding Training Needed to Compete with Alysha Marie

Summary:

 

In today’s episode, Diane chats with fellow bodybuilding coach Alysha to talk about the training for NPC’s bodybuilding contest, specifically bikini, wellness, and figure. They’ll dive deep into what the training looks like for each division, how often you need to be in the gym, and the intensity you need to hit to be a successful bodybuilder.

 

Key Takeaways:

 

• 03:06 - A common misconception when training as a bodybuilder
• 04:17 - #1 reason why this podcast is helpful for girls who ARE NOT interested in competing
• 07:05 - An average week for a girl training in the bikini division
• 08:11 - Types of exercises a bikini athlete needs to build the proper muscle
• 09:49 - We recommend THIS if you’re new to weight training
• 10:28 - Why exercise selection is important
• 13:49 - Why we ask our athletes to film their training sessions
• 14:15 - How much time should I spend in the gym?
• 16:14 - The definition of a wellness physique
• 17:14 - Body parts splits as a wellness athlete
• 19:09 - How to be intentional with intensity & training
• 19:53 - How many days does a wellness athlete spend in the gym? 
• 21:40 - Building your lower half? Do This!
• 22:11 - Recommended exercises to track for growth in the wellness division 
• 23:59 - This app will help you keep track of your progress
• 25:08 - Quick overview of the training for the figure division
• 25:33 - What’s a figure training program look like?
• 28:31 - Exercise selection for figure training
• 29:53 - What is the mind-muscle connection?
• 33:29 - This type of exercise is a huge help with recovery
• 36:09 - The go-to cardio exercises to get that caloric burn 
• 50:05 - A blueprint for those interested in training but not competing
  

 

 

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• Check out Alysha’s 12 week program, Look Like a Beauty, Train Like a Beast on the TrainHeroic App
• Ask me anything! E-mail: diane@venusfitnessstudio.com 

 

 

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• Apply to be on our Competition Team HERE
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