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The Packing List I Wish I Had

  • Jul 2
  • 3 min read

Whether you're someone who:

  • competes in bodybuilding and wants a head start on writing your own packing list,

  • is curious about what a show weekend requires,

  • is kindly following along my journey (I appreciate you!!)


I'm excited to share 🫶

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What we'll cover here:

1️⃣My packing list for a body building show (pdf file for easy printing!)

2️⃣My bodybuilding shows in this 2026 season (pics on Instagram @michelle.burgman)

3️⃣Ready for your own transformation? Apply to get started and join FoodFlip!


Message me anytime, my lovely FoodFlipper!! I'd love to chat!☺️




1️⃣ My packing list for a body building show (pdf file for easy printing!)

I've had back-to-back shows this season.And after living out of a suitcase and food baggies for weeks, I finally have the packing list I wish someone had handed me before my very first show!

So I'm handing it to you.

Whether it's your first stage or your fifth, print this (I like printing 3 copies), screenshot it, tape it to your fridge, and check off as you pack. Future you will thank you. Want the printable PDF version of my show checklist?

Grab the one-page checklist attached below!


🌅 Tanning If you do your own self-tanning: 1) An additional item to bring I thought of (haven't tried it yet, but low-key brilliant), bring a color swatch with light to dark browns like from the painting section in Home Depot!!


How to use your tan color swatch — to dial in your ideal darkness. If your show photos look too light or too tan, find a competitor who's the right shade, see where they land on your swatch, and star it for next time. Every show differs, but this sharpens your tan game.)


2) ProTan "super dark" Overnight Competition Coat, every time!! Apply using a mitt. Message me on Instagram with questions!!

I've fallen in love with bodybuilding all over again,

especially with the FoodFlip Method for fueling my body in a balanced way,

without overthinking or sacrificing vacations and weekends along the way.

I'm still making memories, enjoying life's special moments, and living life FULLY!!


This season's show line-up:


🚗LOCAL TEXAS SHOWS

June 5, 2026 — Adela Garcia Natural; Austin, Texas

Bikini division. Qualified for a National-level show (pro-qualifier) and won the overall!!


June 6, 2026 — Adela Garcia Classic; Austin, Texas

My first time ever doing two shows in one weekend! Bikini division. Qualified for a National-level show (pro-qualifier).


June 20, 2026 — Branch Warren Classic; Houston, Texas

Fit Model division. Qualified for a National-level show (pro-qualifier).


✈️ NATIONAL-LEVEL SHOW(S)

July 3, 2026 — NPC Universe; Teaneck, New Jersey

Fit Model division. This is the big one, and I step on stage tomorrow. I cannot wait!!!

Another show in November? We'll see!


I'm still not done with the season!

I could have one, two, or three more shows left... We'll take it one show at a time!


3️⃣Ready for your own transformation?  Apply to get started!



💌 P.S. to competitors and those on a transformation journey — Here's the most important thing


You've done the work.

The early mornings, the meal prep, the saying yes to yourself over and over.


Walk out there like you already won.

Because you already did.

every. single. day!


Every day lived fully,

—and keeping the promises you made to yourself,

following through, showing up,

improving yourself to be a more vibrant YOU,

and being the person the 10-year-old you would be proud of—

is a day you WON! 🏆✨



Your friend, advocate, #1 fan,

~Michelle Burgman Instagram: @michelle.burgman, @joinfoodflip FoodFlip: Apply HERE

 
 
 

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