It's been a long journey this time even though my prep was just a short 8 1/2 weeks. 3/4 of the way through I had to drastically change my meal plan to increase my fat loss. I learned this time around that not all meal plans are created the same. I also learned that not all people respond to a meal plan in the same manner. It's definitely not a cookie cutter sport!
I also purchased my first two bikinis as a competitor. I was blessed enough to be sponsored for my first competition so I didn't have to purchase a bikini then. I quickly learned that purchasing a custom bikini is a lot like choosing a wedding dress. There is a lot of thought put into what type of suit, the color, the fabric, the bottom type, the size, the connectors and lastly whom you will order your suit from. This is not a small feat and definitely not for the light of heart! It took me weeks to decide on the first suit. The second suit was easier since it was on sale and I was able to see it modeled.
I'm getting ahead of myself.. Maybe I should begin my telling you how I became an NPC Bikini Competitor...
Tomorrow.. I will begin at the beginning!
