Hi,
I am new to the website. Does anyone know anything about fitness competitions? My goal (I know it is a big one) is to compete in a model fitness competition in May. I have six months and a long way to go, but I really want to do it. Looking for anyone who know about this and the daily diet followed

Thanks to anyone that can help .

That is a pretty awesome goal...though I don't know much about these contests outside of what I've read in my fitness mags. I admire your determination and I wish I could help you more. I'll google some stuff and see what I come up with. This is very exciting and I'd love to cheer you on as you work towards this!

If you don't mind my asking, where are you now in regard to your fitness level?

Alright Jillyg, you've got me all excited for you so I've been googling and reading and I'll post some stuff...but you've probably already read this...but just in case you haven't here ya go. It seemed to be the best collective information.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Figure_competition

Hi,
Thanks for your response. I hadn't seen the wikipedia site on the competition, but thanks. The only difference in the competition I will be competing in is there are no dance portion/gymnastics, just swimsuit and some other attire. I am a ways away from where I need to be to compete. I need to lose about 12 pounds, but that is just part of it . Toning and building some muscle is going to be my major focus. My diet has to be very clean. It has to be balanced , no white flours , hydrogenated fats, etc. I am working on figuring that out. I have also been substituting shirataki noodles(not tofu) in place of my pasta, which I love so much. It fills me up and it is made of yams , no fat and no carbs.

Maybe I should post before and after pictures.

Thanks for the support and your info.

Hmmm, had never heard of those. I just googled them...don't you just love google? They seem very interesting.

I wish you the best of luck on your journey. Have you considered starting a diary? I'd love to follow along!

you can check out liftforlife.com - it's a natural body building site, but they also have good links to articles about fitness, etc. check out the forum too, b/c the creator of the forum is always around and gives great advice. good luck!

Thanks for the liftforlife website I will check it out. Also, check out the miraclenoodle.com website if you are googling the shirataki noodles. Those are the ones I like plus they have some good recipes. I think I have found a trainer to start working with me for the fitness competition. I will definitely start a diary, before and after pictures and a food diary. It all begins on Monday. It should be an interesting journey.

Thanks for your help and support.

Hey I have also recently set a goal to compete in a fitness competition, as well as complete a marathon. Good luck to you, let me know how your doing....and if you have any tips for me let me know! Thanks

PM me when you are on next or email me at stroutman81@yahoo.com.

Yes, do keep us updated on your progress. It will be great if this forum can really reach out and help people to achieve their dreams.