Planned my first show

[GiftedNatty]

Well I decided to compete in June 15' at the Louisville, KY show. Now I have to pick a trainer soon. How far out would you guys suggest I start prepping to begin with?

[anthonykim421]

Honestly, I would start your prep as soon as possible--just to get within striking distance. Who have you looked into for coaching thus far?

Well I decided to compete in June 15' at the Louisville, KY show. Now I have to pick a trainer soon. How far out would you guys suggest I start prepping to begin with?

[red_cat]

It all depends on what condition you're in and how far off your estimated stage weight you are. Most natural competitors will diet for at least 20 weeks for a show. Personally I try to give myself as much time as possible and last time around that ended up being 28 weeks total.

[Ahmedmilton]

Many times i prepare for my first show but i didn't get it..can any one suggest me?

[WolfBeast]

16 weeks minimum, Its good to get a coach in the offseason to help bring up your weaknesses

[mhilliard44]

Honestly, I would start your prep as soon as possible--just to get within striking distance.

^ This is very good advice. I am prepping for my first show right now and underestimated how much weight I needed to shed. Luckily life events took place and I was forced to pick another target competition, giving me additional time to prep. It will be a 29 week prep for me when I get the stage in late April.

It all depends on what condition you're in and how far off your estimated stage weight you are. Most natural competitors will diet for at least 20 weeks for a show. Personally I try to give myself as much time as possible and last time around that ended up being 28 weeks total.

Yes. OP, listen to this. Give yourself extra weeks that you don't think you will need. You will end up needing them and won't regret it. That's the situation I found myself in recently.