When I said yes to competing in Japan, I thought I was saying yes to a smooth final push, a new stage experience, and a chance to take my conditioning even further.
What I got instead?
✅ A third place in Wellness
✅ A first place in Figure
… and a week so chaotic it deserved its own workshop.
The Short Version?
Peak week + overseas travel = a high-stakes game of logistics, luck, and mental load management.
➡️No internet.
➡️No food.
➡️No working bowels for days.
➡️No backup plan.
But also:
➡️Yes to patience.
➡️Yes to problem solving.
➡️Yes to learning — and sharing what works (and what really doesn’t).
That’s why I hosted a live virtual workshop called: 🎥 Competing in Japan Part 1: Lessons, Laughs & Level-Ups
And the good news? You can now watch the replay, for free.
What You'll Learn in the Workshop:
- What NOT to do 2 days before show day
- How to handle peak week travel (and water retention that hits mid-flight)
- What actually helps backstage vs what drains you
- Lessons from show day mishaps (like losing your food in a taxi and styling your hair with zero tools)
Get the Replay + Free Gift As a thank you for tuning in, I’m also giving you my Peak Week Pitfalls Cheat Sheet — a free, downloadable guide that breaks down the 8 biggest mistakes competitors make in their final week.
🎁 👉 Access the Replay, Free Cheat Sheet & Free QRG Here
Want More Like This? This workshop is just one of the masterclasses inside The Whole Prep Project™ — the membership that supports you through every phase of your season (not just when you're shredded).
For just $97/year (founding member pricing), you’ll get access to:
- Monthly deep-dive sessions
- Reflective tools and cheat sheets
- Prep-season strategy + post-comp support
- A grounded, growth-focused community
👉 Learn More About the Membership
Final Thought: The stage will always reveal what your systems, mindset, and habits have been quietly building.
The better your foundation, the easier it is to flex — even under pressure.
That's all for this month! See you next month where we unpack the Prep Blueprint Workshop Experience!
Written by Amy King, Competitive Bodybuilder, and Founder of The Whole Prep Project™
