All The Things About Bikini Judging  In all the previous episodes, we have solely focused on competitors and how you can become a successful competitor. Today, we get to shift gear a little bit and focus on something different – judging. When you hit the stage in your best competitive self – probably chasing after the first call out –  you're in a competition. That means a judge gets to evaluate and score how well you have performed amongst a group of equally competitive girls.  That said, some competitors are clueless how the judging process works, to an extent they believe the process bristles with politics and that it's not genuine. So how does the judging process look like and how are your points accumulated? And do politics actually corrupt the process? With us is Robyn Maher to demystify the judging and scoring system.  Robyn Maher is an accomplished woman who wears many titles. She is an IFBB Pro, personal trainer, posing coach and nutritionist. Robyn begun competing in 2012 and she won her pro card three years later at NPC Universe in New Jersey. The 44-year-old and a mother of three is also an unbiased NPC judge, a position that she well deserves. Robyn is a Promoter of IFBB/NPC Salt City Showdown, a show she has triumphantly competed in. She loves traveling and having fun with friends.  Today's episode is unique. We are going to learn all about judging - exactly what the judges are looking for in bikini and how to bring your absolute best package on stage. You're will also learn about how the judges judge you as a competitor and how the point system works. Finally, Robyn gives more insight into a new wellness category that everyone wants more information about.  Stay tuned.    Takeaways Cultivate a healthy mindset Believe in yourself  You got to hold it together Be respectful  Be in control of your mental place Don't forget to bring your confidence on stage Your state presentation is quite important If you're determined, you can do it Be comfortable in your own skin Posing is very vital Educate yourself and do your research on the sport The more you learn the better experience will have, and the more you'll enjoy the sport   Important Questions   [00:09:00] How many years have you been competing? [00:24:37] How did you start your fitness career?  [00:27:27] How did you become a judge?  [00:32:14] Is there politics in judging? [00:39:55] Are there politics in how judges are chosen to judge shows? [00:43:01] Could you just briefly explain how judging and scoring process works?  [00:51:00] When the judges have an input, how do they pass the comment over to the head judges? [00:55:53] What exactly are the judges looking for in bikini? [00:58:23] What is the new wellness category? [01:01:20] Do you think that bikini will get softer or do you think that the look will remain the same? [01:05:24] Why do you think it's so important to just enjoy the journey?  [01:06:44] What do you lose when you're actually not enjoying the journey? [01:12:17] What would you say that's different about your meal plans and other people's meal plans? [01:21:15] What are your goals in the sport?  [01:26:04] What piece of advice would you give to someone wanting to become a professional in the sport?   Follow Robyn Maher: Instagram: @slcgirlrunning Website: robynmaher.com   ----->Head HERE for your FREEBIES, coupon codes, and other links! https://vibe-athletics.mykajabi.com/links