EP27: IFBB Bikini Pro Lauren Dannenmiller - Building Muscle, Mindset and Longevity in the Competing Scene

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Welcome to this week’s episode of Dropset Gorgeous Radio! I brought on another fellow Angel Competition Bikinis athlete this week. Her name is Lauren Dannenmiller. If you’re not familiar with Lauren, she was actually the overall bikini champion from Miami Nationals last year. She’s an IFBB Pro with a ton of experience, and a great outlook on competing that I personally admire and feel is really going to set her up for longevity within this sport. If you’re a competitor or are just interested in learning more about the competitive bodybuilding scene, definitely take some time to listen to this week’s episode. You will not regret it!

• Lauren’s background in competitive sports and gym training.
• Preparation for national stage: time, patience, mental health.
• Knowing the challenges of transitioning to off season.
• Understand what this lifestyle requires; stage lean vs. everyday lean.
• Willpower, motivation, and the power of a coach who can teach you about your body.
• Meal plans, longevity, flexible dieting approach
• Planning for the long haul, not just short preps

Lauren takes time to explain how she first got started in competing and just how many shows she did before she did her first national show. She discusses the importance of taking time off to improve both your physique and your mental health, especially if you want that Pro Card. Lauren reminds everyone competition takes the right mindset, hard work, patience, and how you can carry it into all areas of your life. I loved today’s talk and think she gives a ton of really great advice and a good setup for people’s mindset for what they need to have in order to have longevity in this sport.

Powerful Quotes to Remember:

• Those that want the Pro Card: Slow down. Be patient.
• Everything you do matters. Know why you’re doing what you’re doing.
• Greatness requires a level of unbalance and over-dedicating yourself.
• Go see a show and understand what competitors really look like!
• Your coach should also be your teacher.
• Be prepared to be let down and then keep going!

Lauren’s Instagram

@LaurenDannemiller

Lauren & Kyle’s YouTube Video explaining the difference between regional and national shows:

Lauren Dannemiller

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