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Bikini Things
by Laura Moore-Shay
A podcast for all things bikini competitions, fitness, and self-improvement
Episodes
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Is Bikini Still a Thing?
In this conversation, Laura and Sammy Jo discuss the evolving landscape of bikini competitions, focusing on the physical assessments of competitors, the impact of drug use, and the emotional toll on athletes. They explore the emergence of the fit model division, the grief associated with changes…
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Season 6 Episode 45: Why You're NOT Growing in the Off-Season (FIX THIS NOW)
In this episode of the Bikini Things podcast, hosts Laura and Sammy Jo discuss the importance of managing nutrition and body composition during the off-season for bikini competitors. They emphasize the need for self-control, intentionality, and accountability in maintaining a healthy lifestyle...
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Season 6 Episode 44: What to Expect Competing: The Costs & Sacrifices You're Not Ready For?! Bikini Things Podcast
In this podcast, Laura & Sammy Jo discuss the emotional and logistical aspects of preparing for a bodybuilding competition. They explore how one's personality traits can be amplified during the prep phase, the importance of managing relationships, and what to expect on show day, including...
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Season 6 Episode 43: Charlotte Pro Preview & Fit Model Changes?!
In this episode of the Bikini Things podcast, Laura and Sammy Jo discuss this weekend's upcoming Charlotte Pro line up as well as changes to the look and requirements for Fit Model athletes around the world. You won't want to miss it! Chapters: 00:00 Fashion and Fitness: The Latest Trends 11:55...
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Season 6 Episode 42: Fat burners - do they really work or waste your money?
In this episode of the Bikini Things podcast, Laura and Sammy Jo discuss some of their new favorite gym wear brands as well as different fat burners used in bodybuilding. Disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Consult a doctor before starting any exercise or supplement routine. Do not do…
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Season 6 Episode 41: Who will WIN the Arnold?
In this episode of the Bikini Things podcast, hosts Laura Moore-Shay and Sammy Jo discuss what their competition plans are as well as predictions for the bikini division of the Arnold! Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup 01:58 Navigating Off-Season Challenges 05:49 Training and Health...
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Season 6 Episode 40: The FIRST Fit Model Competition & Start of the Show Season
In this episode of the Bikini Things podcast, hosts Laura Moore-Shay and Sammy Jo discuss what it was like in person at the very FIRST fit model competition in the NPC & IFBB - you won't want to miss it! Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 02:58 Family Cruise Adventure 05:55 LA Fit Expo...
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Season 6 Episode 39: The HARSH reality of judge's feedback
In this episode of the Bikini Things podcast, hosts Laura Moore-Shay and Sammy Jo discuss various aspects of competing in bikini competitions, focusing on the importance of judges' feedback, how to handle criticism, and the impact of weather on fitness. They also touch on the role of politics in...
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Season 6 Episode 38: Listener Q&A + Laura's New Coach!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy answer listener questions on everything from off season reverse dieting, ped use, and favorite supplements for on and off prep! Laura also talks about her new coach and her future show plans, you won't want to miss it! MORE FROM BIKINI THINGS: ❤️ Connect With us…
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Season 6 Episode 37: Fit Model vs. Bikini: A Reaction to PED Use in Bodybuilding??
In this episode, Laura and Sammy talk about the new Fit Model division including why it was created, what is the look, and who will have the right look & genetics for this brand new division! You won't want to miss it! NPC Fit Model Guidelines: https://npcnewsonline.com/fit-model-division-rules/...
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Season 6 Episode 36: "Surviving" The Holiday Season
In this episode, Laura and Sammy talk about how to navigate the holiday season whether you are in a competition prep, off season, or just choose to live a healthy lifestyle. They go over all the best tips, strategies, and mindset to find balance and enjoyment during this special time of year. You...
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Season 6 Episode 35: Listener Q&A PEDs in the Bikini Division!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to to answer listener submitted questions on PEDs in female bodybuilding and especially the bikini division- you won't want to miss it! Disclaimer: This is not medical advice. Consult a doctor before starting any exercise or supplement routine. MORE FROM...
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Season 6 Episode 34: How to Find the RIGHT Coach for You!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to talk about how to find the right coach for you, what factors to take into consideration, as well as their own personal journeys with coaches going from NPC to IFBB athletes - you won't want to miss it! MORE FROM BIKINI THINGS: ❤️ Connect With us on...
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Season 6 Episode 33: Nutrition in the Off Season!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to talk about nutrition in the off season - everything from reversing successfully to forcing food and eating for growth - you won't want to miss it! In this episode, Laura breaks down the history of the bikini division from 2010-2023 reviewing all the...
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Season 6 Episode 32: The History of the Bikini Division (2010-2023)
In this episode, Laura breaks down the history of the bikini division from 2010-2023 reviewing all the Olympia champions and how the look, bikinis, and physiques have changed over the years. You don't want to miss it! MORE FROM BIKINI THINGS: ❤️ Connect With us on Social Media! ❤️ 💃🏻 Posing...
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Season 6 Episode 31: OLYMPIA Top 10 Recap!
In this episode, Laura breaks down what she saw at the 2024 Olympia and what the top 10 athletes and their looks mean for the future of the bikini division. You don’t want to miss it! MORE FROM BIKINI THINGS: ❤️ Connect With us on Social Media! ❤️ 💃🏻 Posing Website: → https://prettyposing.as.me...
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Season 6 Episode 30: IFBB Bikini Pro Kiki Cunningham
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down with fellow IFBB Pro Kiki Cunningham! Kiki has been competing since 2017 and she had a breakout season this year with several first call outs & placings. Kiki has a strong mindset and a background and sports, you don't want to miss this episode! Get in...
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Season 6 Episode 29: The UGLY truths of competing
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to talk about the often not discussed and not so glamorous "Ugly" truths about competing. Sammy also recaps her show plans for the rest of the year, you don't want to miss it! MORE FROM BIKINI THINGS: ❤️ Connect With us on Social Media! ❤️ 💃🏻 Posing...
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Season 6 Episode 28: Do you have BAD or Good genetics?
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to talk about Sammy's new coach, Laura's experience at the NPC North Americans which caused them to reflect on this topic that comes up in bodybuilding: how do you know whether you have good or bad genetics? MORE FROM BIKINI THINGS: ❤️ Connect With us on...
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Season 6 Episode 27: Nashville FitShow & Dealing with Disappointment
In this episode Laura & Sammy catch up on the Nashville FitShow & Texas as well as answer listener questions and touch on the topic of reversing. You don't want to miss it! MORE FROM BIKINI THINGS: ❤️ Connect With us on Social Media! ❤️ 💃🏻 Posing Website: → https://prettyposing.as.me 😍...
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Season 6 Episode 26: Show Day Glam, EVERYTHING You Need to Know!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to talk about everything related to show day GLAM. All the ins and outs from tanning to skin prep, teeth whitening to manicures, hair treatments, suits, you name it - you don’t want to miss it! IG @bikini_things & @lauraifbbpro & @Pretty.Posing…
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Season 6 Episode 25: IFBB Bikini Pro Sam McDonough
In this episode Laura & Sammy catch up with new IFBB Pro Sam McDonough! Sam won her pro card at the Arnold Amateur in 2024 after winning the LA Fit Expo MuscleContest Overall in January 2024. She has had an incredible transformation both inside and out during her competition journey - you don’t...
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Season 6 Episode 24: Are the National Shows Shrinking? Patriots Challenge & NPC USAs Update
In this episode Laura & Sammy catch up on Sammy's first show of the year - Patriots Challenge!! They also recap the NPC USAs National Show that took place over the weekend, and why National-level shows seem to be shrinking - you don’t want to miss it! More From Bikini Things! Get social! IG...
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Season 6 Episode 23: How To Turn PRO! (And What It's Like Once You Do)
In this episode Laura & Sammy catch up on Sammy's PEAK WEEK for Patriots Challenge and they also discuss what it takes and HOW you actually earn an IFBB pro card! They also dive into what it's actually like as a pro, and common misconceptions - you don’t want to miss it! More From Bikini Things!...
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Season 6 Episode 22: IFBB Bikini Pro Listener Questions PART 2
In this follow-up episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to answer listener submitted questions covering everything from getting lean, supplementation, show day glam hacks and many more topics - you don’t want to miss it! More From Bikini Things! Get social! IG @bikini_things & @lauraifbbpro &...
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Season 6 Episode 21: IFBB Bikini Pro Listener Q&A
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to answer listener submitted questions covering everything from training splits, cardio favorites, libido on prep, and favorite sweet treats and many more topics - you don’t want to miss it! More From Bikini Things! Get social! IG @bikini_things &...
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Season 6 Episode 20: The Youngest IFBB Bikini Pro Tianna Weymouth
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down with friend of the podcast IFBB Bikini Pro Tianna Weymouth! Tianna won her pro card on her second try within 24 hours of her high school graduation!! She has competed and placed top 5 as a pro and she will be competing in some shows this summer! Tianna is...
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Season 6 Episode 19: Summer Pro Shows & Sammy's Prep!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy talk about the summer pro bikini shows upcoming and recent shows like the DC, Toronto, and Dallas pro shows! Sammy catches up about her prep, and Laura and Sammy also discuss the differences mentally & emotionally between prep and off season. Laura shares an…
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Season 6 Episode 18: Sharing our Gym "Icks"!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy talk about some of their common gym “icks” - everything from hygiene, to hogging equipment, or doing things that are downright unsafe! You won’t want to miss this fun episode! More From Bikini Things! Get social! IG @bikini_things & @lauraifbbpro & @Pretty.Posing...
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Season 6 Episode 17: Gym Girl Chat & Optimum/Klash Pro Bikini Previews
In this episode, Laura and Sammy talk about the bikini line ups for the Optimum Classic and Klash Southern USA Championships pro bikini shows and also have a little gym girl chats about waist trainers, cardio in prep, Instagram, off seasons and everything in between! More From Bikini Things! Get...
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Season 6 Episode 16: New York Pro & What to Expect on Show Day!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy talk about the bikini line up for the New York Pro! They also review what are some things to keep in mind on your first show day and things that surprised them as new NPC competitors! More From Bikini Things! Get social! IG @bikini_things & @lauraifbbpro &...
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Season 6 Episode 15: Pittsburgh Pro Recap & Off Season Update
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to talk about "peak week" the week before a competition! Everything from what to expect physically, mentally, and emotionally going through the process of a peak as well as common fallacies is covered. You don’t want to miss it! Get social! IG...
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Season 6 Episode 14: IFBB Bikini Pro & Olympian Tara Grier
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down with friend of the podcast IFBB Bikini Pro & Olympian Tara Grier! Tara has been killing it as a bikini pro for many years though she had an amazing breakout season in 2023 winning a pro show and competing at the Olympia followed by placing 2nd at the…
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Season 6 Episode 13: Peak Week!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to talk about "peak week" the week before a competition! Everything from what to expect physically, mentally, and emotionally going through the process of a peak as well as common fallacies is covered. You don’t want to miss it! Get social! IG...
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Season 6 Episode 12: What to Expect Competing
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to talk about the ins and out of competing, and what to expect physically, mentally, and emotionally going through the process of a competition prep as well as common fallacies surrounding competing in the bikini division. IYou don’t want to miss it! Get...
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Season 6 Episode 11: Finding Your Tribe - How to Have a Happy, Healthy Support System
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to talk about everything related to support systems. This is such a crucial piece of being a competitor, or even just for a happy, baalnced life for fitness-focused individuals! Laura also shares what to do if you don’t have one, or how to cope when your...
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Season 6 Episode 10: The Pro Season Kicks Off!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy catch up about the first few bikini pro shows of the season - San Diego Pro, Klash, and the Charlotte Pro! They also both share where they are at in their off seasons and what is next in terms of show dates! You don’t want to miss it! Get social! IG @bikini_things…
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Season 6 Episode 9: In the thicc of off season & Arnold update
In this episode, Laura and Sammy catch up about their experiences at the Arnold Sports Expo and their breakdown of the bodybuilding competition with special focus on the bikini division. They also both share where they are at in their off seasons and what is next! You don’t want to miss it! Get...
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Season 6 Episode 8: How to Get Sponsorships as a Competitor
In this episode, Laura sits down to talk about to seek out and connect with sponsors to make the process of comepting easier. She shares all of her best tips and past experiences working with sponsors. You don’t want to miss it! Get social! IG @bikini_things & @lauraifbbpro & @Pretty.Posing...
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Season 6 Episode 7: Our BIGGEST Regrets and Listener Q&A
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to talk answer listener questions, covering everything from biggest regrets to biggest accomplishments as well as their favorite sports teams and opinions on quantum mechanics. You don’t want to miss it! Get social! IG @bikini_things & @lauraifbbpro &...
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Season 6 Episode 6: How to Know When You're Ready to Prep
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down to talk about their Valentines Day, current competition plans, and how to know if you are ready to start a competition prep! They break everything down from time commitment, finances, and physical readiness in a step-by-step way to approach your show…
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Season 6 Episode 5: Margaret Bialkin, Founder of Toxic Angelz Bikinis
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down with founder and owner of Toxic Angelz Bikinis Maraget Bialkin! Margaret is an OG guest of the podcast and she does incredible work not only creating some of the most beautiful bikinis in the world, but also growing her small business and inspiring so…
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Season 6 Episode 4: Bikini Things x Celeste Rains-Turk!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy sit down with mental health practitioner and host of the Confessions of a Bikini Pro podcast Celeste Rains-Turk! Celeste is an OG guest of the podcast and she does incredible, uplifing work with so many in the bodybuilding space. You don’t want to miss it!…
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Season 6 Episode 3: How to Afford Competing
In this episode, Laura and Sammy talk about how to estimate competition expenses, make it fit with your budget, and how to plan for the stage! They also cover listener Q&A from Instagram questions. You don’t want to miss it! Get social! IG @bikini_things & @lauraifbbpro & @Pretty.Posing…
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Season 6 Episode 2: Answering Listener Questions! IG Q&A
In this episode, Laura answers a variety of questions submitted through Instagram. Everything from posing pet peeves to choosing your hair and makeup look on stage to gear use in the NPC are covered. You don’t want to miss it! Get social! IG @bikini_things & @lauraifbbpro & @Pretty.Posing...
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Season 6 Episode 1: Getting Back on Track!
In this episode, Laura and Sammy talk about strategies to get back on track after the holidays, or how to shift momentum and break old patterns at any point in time! They cover this and so much more, you don’t want to miss it! See the YouTube video for the images and outline Laura and Sammy…
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Season 5 Episode 9: PEDs in the Bikini Division
In this episode, Laura talks about the use of PEDs in the bikini division, specifically touching on client and listener questions on the topic. Including, are pros natural? Are PEDs really necessary to be successful in bikini? Are SARMS the same thing as anabolics and why are they sold at...
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Season 5 Episode 8: Laura's Reverse Diet & How to Crush an Off Season
In this episode, Laura talks about her 2023 reverse diet and why it wasn’t as perfect as we may hope to be coming out of a show season. The second half of the episode we break down how to approach an off season and how to absolutely crush it and bring improvements the next time you hit the stage....
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Season 5 Episode 7: Bikini at the National Level (USAs Recap) & Laura's Show Schedule
This week’s episode is a recap of NPC USAs 2023 and what the look and ideal is for bikini competitors at that level. Laura goes over trends in the division based on the winners and her experience competing at USAs in 2019 & 2020 where she ultimately turned pro. She also goes over her 2023 show...
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Season 5 Episode 6: How to Shrink Your Waistline
As a bikini competitor (or just as a fit person who wants to look good!) there are several key principles to keeping our waistlines small through careful exercise selection and principles of nutrition! Laura goes over the concepts of strength training, core exercises, and nutrition and...
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How many episodes does Bikini Things have?
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What is Bikini Things about?
A podcast for all things bikini competitions, fitness, and self-improvement
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Bikini Things is created and hosted by Laura Moore-Shay.
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