Welcome back for the first full episode of Season 2! In this episode I delve into the history of bikini competitions (hint: it's probably not what you think) and talk about competition requirements, costs, and the sheer mental and physical fortitude it takes to compete. 

Sources used for today's episode: 

http://npcnewsonline.com/bikini-rules/

https://ifbb.com/the-founding-fathers-ben-and-joe-weider/

https://www.pcaofficial.com/criteria

https://6bfc3091-7500-494b-9838-2fa2750d33f9.filesusr.com/ugd/609e3c_a8174fe86df142a2b6520ce0cc7be811.pdf

https://www.muscleandfitness.com/muscle-fitness-hers/hers-features/guide-your-first-bikini-competition/

https://www.muscleandfitness.com/muscle-fitness-hers/hers-workouts/bikini-competition-workout-plan-phase-1/

https://www.muscleandfitness.com/muscle-fitness-hers/hers-nutrition/12-weeks-competition-body-diet-plan/

https://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/a19973739/bikini-competition/

https://www.bodybuilding.com/content/class-confusion-how-to-find-your-fit-in-physique-competition.html

https://www.muscleandfitness.com/flexonline/flex-news/the-evolution-of-female-bodybuilding/

https://www.lifestylewithleah.com/bikini-competition-cost/

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