Welcome to the ultimate one-stop competing knowledge hub. Whether you’re a first timer or ready to unlock the advanced strategies to take your competitive goals to the next level — we’ve got everything you need.
Bodybuilding Competition Tips, Guides + Resources
How we would style for the Fit Model Category entering the 2025 bodybuilding scene.
How would we style a fit model look for the new NPC category in 2025? Let’s talk jewellery and heel selection!
How you can save £600+ before your next competitive show of the season
Here at KOMPAK we always like to give you all the tips, tricks and hacks when it comes to competing. I don’t know what it is, but even years and years on, the inner student within me STILL LIVES ON & STRONG! We all know competing can become an expensive sport as well, so any little thing helps I truly believe that...
The UK Bodybuilding Competition Calendar 2025
Here is the most current list of ALL the bodybuilding shows in the UK in 2025, including federations, dates, and locations. The excitement is REAL.
Plain vs Diamante Heels
So, you have chosen the style of heel you would like…but should you get plain or diamantes?! This is a question that we get asked ALOT…and you may not like our answer.
WHY a platform heel really helps with posing.
Being someone who wasn’t confident at all in wearing heels, a platform really was my saviour when I first started my competing journey.
What to Do Now So You Can Be the Best You Can Be This Season
Whether it's your first season or your fifteenth, there are things you can start doing right now that will make a real difference when prep begins. Here's where to start.
The UK Bodybuilding Show Calendar 2024
Here is the most current list of ALL the bodybuilding shows in the UK in 2024, including federations, dates, and locations. The excitement is REAL.
Self Care isn't optional, it's ESSENTIAL as an athlete/competitor
Competing is hard. It takes alot from us both mentally & physically. We are pushing our minds and bodies to a place where most people won’t ever experience…so it deserves some love and appreciation!
Competing Abroad? Our top tips!
Are you thinking of doing an international bodybuilding competition? Whether you are travelling short or long haul there are a couple of things we would recommend doing to ensure that your trip is as stress-free as possible!
Competing and the things that no-one is talking about
There are many things considered ‘taboo’ within the industry, or things that happen to lots of us but simply aren’t spoken about enough. We wrote this blog in the hopes that it eases your mind & makes it clear that you aren’t alone in the things you are potentially experiencing.
Bodybuilding: The right vs The wrong way
Within the bodybuilding industry there is a lot of conflicting advice. We are here to squash the rumors & shed some light on the options/avenues that you can take. Remember to do your research & make bodybuilding/competing work for you and your lifestyle.
Competing: How to choose the right category for YOU.
Are you planning to compete in your first bodybuilding competition…but not sure what category/class you should enter? It can be confusing there are quite a few (& they can also differ within federations too!). Read our top tips on choosing the correct one for you!
Peak Week : What You Need To Be Checking
Reduce stress for you bodybuilding competition peak week with our top tips on all of the things you need to be checking! As the last thing you want is to be rushing around last minute trying to organise everything for show day!
Get Buffed vs 60 Second Tan Remover - Which One Do You Need?
Two of our most-used skin prep products — but they work differently and we recommend them differently too. Here's how to use each one, when to use them, and why starting early makes all the difference.
How To Choose (A) Federation(s)
Choosing a federation can be overwhelming…there’s SO many to choose from! The KOMPAK team have experience in most federations & we are here to help you make that decision a little easier! Wheter you are looking for a bodybuilding vibe or a fitness/fashion one…bikini, wellness, figure etc we’ve got you!