Foundation
For the self-motivated athlete
- Check-ins
- Weekly
- Video calls
- Not included
- Support
- Email & phone
- Response time
- Not included
- Posing
- Not included
- Show day
- Competition day checklist
Council of Physiques · Competition prep
Built for the stage
Whether your goal is stepping on stage for the first time, earning a class win, or progressing toward national-level competition, our mission is to help you present your best physique with confidence and professionalism.
The Council of Physiques difference
Every athlete receives more than a meal plan: they receive a complete physique development system. Coaching is tailored to your unique metabolism, body structure, lifestyle, and competitive goals using evidence-based nutrition, strategic programming, and personalized accountability.
Who we prepare
Athletes and divisions
- First-time competitors
- NPC athletes
- Natural bodybuilders
Divisions
- Men's Physique
- Classic Physique
- Bodybuilding
- Bikini
- Wellness
- Figure
Prep tiers
Choose your level of support
Every tier is available in 8, 12, 16, or 20-week preps. Each tier includes everything in the one before it.
Premium
For the athlete seeking increased accountability & guidance
- Check-ins
- Weekly
- Video calls
- One 30-minute call a week
- Support
- Unlimited text
- Response time
- Priority
- Posing
- Weekly video review
- Show day
- Competition day checklist
Elite
The complete concierge contest prep experience
- Check-ins
- Unlimited weekly
- Video calls
- Two a week
- Support
- VIP priority communication
- Response time
- Same day, guaranteed
- Posing
- In-person sessions (or live virtual)
- Show day
- Show day coaching & support
The prep process
What prep can include
Every prep is built around the athlete, so what you work on and when depends on you and your show. These are the services each tier covers.
Nutrition
- Customized nutrition programAll tiers
- Individualized macronutrient planAll tiers
- Carb cycling strategyAll tiers
- Supplement recommendationsAll tiers
- Personalized supplement timingPremium & Elite
- Restaurant & dining out guidePremium & Elite
Training & recovery
- Cardio programmingAll tiers
- Monthly form evaluationPremium & Elite
- Recovery & sleep optimizationPremium & Elite
- Individualized training programElite
- Weekly exercise technique reviewElite
Check-ins & support
- Weekly progress check-inAll tiers
- Weekly macro & cardio adjustmentsAll tiers
- Email/phone supportAll tiers
- Weekly 30-minute video coaching callPremium & Elite
- Unlimited text supportPremium & Elite
- Mindset & accountability coachingPremium & Elite
- Priority response timePremium & Elite
- Unlimited weekly check-insElite
- Two weekly video callsElite
- VIP priority communicationElite
- Same-day response guaranteeElite
Posing & presentation
- Weekly posing evaluation (video review)Premium & Elite
- In-person posing sessions (or live virtual)Elite
- Stage presentation coachingElite
- Quarter turn & mandatory pose refinementElite
Peak week & show day
- Personalized contest timelinePremium & Elite
- Peak week protocolAll tiers
- Competition day checklistAll tiers
- Peak week daily monitoringElite
- Personalized peak week nutritionElite
- Personalized water, sodium & carbohydrate strategyElite
- Show day coaching & support* (see show-day note below)Elite
- Backstage pump-up strategyElite
After the show
- Reverse diet plan following competitionElite
- Offseason transition planElite
* Show-day coaching is subject to travel availability and may require travel reimbursement for events outside the local service area.
Add-ons
Add to any prep
- Individual posing session (60 minutes)
- Four posing sessions
- Custom training program
Prep pricing
Prices for every tier and prep length, plus add-ons, are on the pricing page.
“Building championship physiques through science, strategy, accountability and excellence.”
Plan your prep
Tell Chris about your show, your division, and where you are now.