In this week’s episode we do a quick recap of the previous weekend’s shows with FMG Gold Coast and IFBB Pro League WA and SA State Championships. A big congratulations to all the athletes who competed across these shows.

We also discuss some of our considerations for in’s and out’s in the fitness industry/bodybuilding community currently. 

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Want to work with us?

Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

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In this week’s episode we recap on the IFBB Pro League Oz’s first regional show for the years as we crown Australia’s first overall Fit Model Champion.

We also discuss the detriment of chasing perfection on show day and how maturing as an athlete means accepting and being ok with the fact that you can’t control every variable. 

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Want to work with us?

Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

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In this week’s episode the girls do a catch up on where they are at with their goals, training, coaching, etc now we are both several months post show.

As Season A is well on its way and starting soon we discuss some honourable mentions for athletes that we are excited to see on stage as well as answer some listener questions including how we structure recovery sessions, short haircuts on stage, how to manage holidays, and more. 

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Want to work with us?

Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

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In this week’s episode we are joined by IFBB Pro League Bikini Competitor Kirra Longmuir.

Kirra has had an incredible experience over the years since her early days competing in Fitness Model Competitions before progressing to Competitive bodybuilding and becoming a fan favourite here in Australia. 

We talk about Kirra’s experience growing up with a competitor Mum and how the industry has changed over the years, as well balancing being a Mum herself and how to make bodybuilding a lifestyle.

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Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/

Episode Guest Kirra: https://www.instagram.com/kirralongmuir/ 

Want to work with us?

Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

If you’re going to listen to a podcast episode this week, make it this one. You can thank us later.

In this week’s episode, we discuss one of the harder conversations to have as a competitive bodybuilder, both new and experienced. However if you want enjoyment and longevity in this sport as well as understanding the true reward, you need to hear this and come back to these points throughout your career and journey.

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Want to work with us?

Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode we discuss preparing for show day and how to ensure that you are able to present your best self on stage.

If you are new to competing and in prep, this is probably the episode that you need to listen to!

To receive a copy of the TBA Podcast Show Day Bag Packing list, comment “BAG” in the comments below or contact us on our Instagram page.

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Want to work with us?

Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode we discuss where it might be beneficial to adopt a macro tracking/flexible dieting approach towards nutrition versus a structured meal plan in a contest prep.

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Want to work with us?

Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode we bring back the bracket tournament with a supplement edition round. 

So reigns supreme as the most essential supplement for bodybuilding purposes? Tune in and find out.

If you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.

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Montana: https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/

Want to work with us?

Online contest prep coaching with Nicole: ⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

In this week’s episode we answer some of our lovely listener questions. So we thank you for submitting your questions on Instagram and NGL.

We discuss managing hard days on prep, experiencing uncomfortable comments in prep and do coaches need to know how to read pathology reports, plus more!

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Montana:https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/

Want to work with us?

Online contest prep coaching with Nicole:⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com

It’s that time where a lot of competitors are “in the trenches” so to speak as they move to the midpoint or later aspects of their competition preps where things typically become more challenging. 

So this week we discuss what strategies and things aided us in our previous preps at this checkpoint, and how they might be beneficial to others. 

If you liked this episode, we would love to hear your feedback and appreciate a 5 star rating. Ensure to hit the subscribe button so you get notifications and follow us on socials.

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Nicole:⁠https://www.instagram.com/_nicolehitchcock/⁠

Montana:https://www.instagram.com/montanabannister/

Want to work with us?

Online contest prep coaching with Nicole:⁠https://www.nicolehitchcockcoaching.com.au⁠

Online contest prep coaching with Montana:https://www.offtapfitness.com