Success does "favor" the bold, true. But in the case of the enhanced athletic female, it doesn't necessarily have to be a longer, harder, stronger cycle. Bold can be just prudent, but practical. We don't need to compete with the boys, in terms of strength, drug coupling, pyramid stacks, front loads , shotgunning or anything else.

We'll look at good guidelines for "bold" but sound cycles.

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Ever wonder what it takes to compete as a figure competitor? It's not just shiny suits and blonde hair. There is a lot of planning and preparation just to get the competition stage. Then there is the tactical maneuvering required the day before and the day of the competition.

Look for advise from those that have competed. Learn from other's mistakes so that your 12 to 20 weeks of preparation are for not.

For many at the local and regional shows, the athlete's meeting is the night before the show. Definitely bring your suits and your food to cover you for at least four hours to include wearing comfortable shoes and clothes. And bring LOTs of patience. 

Ready for the financial challenge to competing? For your first competition, whether you choose bodybuilding or figure, there are several things you need to prepare for in this sport - working out, dieting, cardio, etc, etc. However, some forget to account for the time and money it takes to compete on the NPC stage.

Whether you choose bodybuilding, figure or fitness, they are about the same financially within reason ... within reason because in the figure world, you can spend a lot more money than anticipated. Suits and advisors can rack up costs for figure girls.

Swimsuit season is basically here, but are you ready?  Every spring, millions of women stress and worry over how they will look at the beach, on vacation, for a class reunion, etc.  I'm here to give you the secret and a few tips for a great midsection.  Unfortunately, there is no magic potion that does everything for you.  It takes commitment, a combination of elements and your personal effort.  This probably sounds like work, but in reality, think of it as a lifestyle change.  A change that once you get used to only requires a few minutes a day on your part to maintain a sleek and youthful waistline.