Contrary to what you might think, not every bodybuilding competition is about super-sized muscles. In fact, bikini competitions—a form of female bodybuilding that gained popularity during the 1980s—focus more on a person’s symmetry, shape, and overall conditioning than her bulging muscles. And because spring is the season of renewal, now is a good time to start considering a new diet-and-exercise routine, which is why the average person might want to follow a bikini competitor’s lifestyle. To get that toned look of successful bikini competitors, we’ve created a list of seven steps to help you train with weights … all while eating a plant-based diet.
