Summary:   If you’ve been putting off training or you’re on the fence about competing in a bodybuilding competition, today’s the day to get started, sister! In this episode, Diane and Amanda give you the pep talk you need to start prepping now (especially if competing is your goal). You’ll learn 7 reasons why starting now will benefit you later, where to focus first, and how to overcome any self-limiting beliefs holding you back from being the boss bitch you are.   Key Takeaways:   02:51 - 1st reason why you need to get started bodybuilding prep YESTERDAY 04:47 - 2nd reason you need to start now (hint: your division matters) 06:52 - Why you need a different fitness plan than the next person  08:31 - How your favorite Instagram influencer can help you train 09:19 - Why Diane finds the off-season “uncomfortable” 11:39 - 3rd reason why you need to start now 12:34 - The BEST thing about having a personal trainer 17:17 - 4th reason to start today (hint: don’t wait until the last minute to do this) 22:54 - 5th reason why starting now will benefit you later (hint: avoid a world of hurt) 24:30 - 6th reason that has Diane rolling her eyes (hint: all the foods) 28:28 - 7th reason to help you prepare for competing 34:28 - Why contest prep is not the time to build muscle 35:57 - Do this FIRST, before you go into a cut 37:10 - Starting now will improve your health. This is how! 39:01 - This is for you if you’re curious how long competition prep will take you Resources Mentioned:   Cured Nutrition Code: BossBitch saves 20% off first order Episode 185 - Bodybuilding in Your 50s and Beyond  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro  L-Glutamine: https://www.nutrishopusa.com/products/ph-labs/glumatic?id=89  Do your physique assessment here: https://www.venusfitnessstudio.com/physique-assessment Grab your Boss Bitch Empowerment Tools!   Connect with the Hosts:   GET ON MY E-MAIL NEWSLETTER HERE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandaglitters/  Ask me anything! E-mail: diane@venusfitnessstudio.com    Work with Diane:   The Goddess Body Project 12 week program Check out the New Client Offer at Venus  Apply to be on our Competition Team HERE Ditch Deprivation 12 week Diet Coaching Program Join the Sensual Dance Movement and feel confident in your skin Get your FREE backstage packing list for competition here   Fuel Your Body with the Goods:   Try Meal Prep Delivery with FitKitchen Code: Diane10  Try this Energy Shot from Magic Mind - Code: BBRadio for 20% off first order Visit Titan Nutrition for the exclusive offer for BossBitch listeners *Promo code BossBitch at check out Visit HiYo for 20% off non-alcoholic beverages HERE  Fave Boss Bitch Protein Bars - Built Bars *Use Promo Code: “Diane” at check out Nutrishop Supplement Shop - Code: BossBitch (free shipping)   Dress Up & Show Up Like a Boss Bitch:   For 15% off your purchase at Toxic Angels Bikinis use Code: Diane  Get $10 off Bombshell Sports Wear HERE For 15% off at Pseudo Force Studio Apparel, use Code: BossBitch Salty Savage Fitness Apparel Code: AmandaGlitters