Published for all athletes event research by Steff Noble, President WNBF UK, Updated 1st April 2026 Below is the complete 2026 UK bodybuilding competition calendar covering all major uk bodybuilding shows. Including PCA, UKBFF / IFBB, 2Bros Pro / NPC Worldwide, Pure Elite, NABBA, IBFA, UKUP, WFF, BPA, FMC, FitX, WNBF UK, UKDFBA, NPA, BNBF, […]
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Recommended Milestones for Athletes & Coaches WNBF Pro Dr. Andrew Chappell & the ProPrepCoaching Team The following is not intended to be an exhaustive list of milestones, approaches and timelines vary. The deadlines and elements highlighted here however were considered important by the ProPrepCoaching team. You can download a printable PDF of the check list
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Steff Noble, Head coach Pro Prep Coaching, WNBF UK President and Pro Natural Bodybuilder Abs are made in the kitchen is one of those classic fitness cliches and for good reason. The cornerstone of any great physique or athletic endeavour is a nutritious and healthy diet. Following such a diet consistently however takes planning and
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Steff Noble, Pro Prep Head Coach, WNBF Pro After months of dedication, discipline, and hard work, stepping off the stage in a bodybuilding competition is a moment of triumph. As you bask in the glow of your accomplishments, it’s time to indulge in a well-deserved post-show meal. Choosing the perfect meal can be an exciting
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natural bodybuilding contest prep Natural Female Bodybuilding Prep UK Coached by Steff Noble, Pro Athlete and experienced UK Natural Bodybuilding Coach Searching for a natural female bodybuilding coach in the UK is very different from searching for a general online PT.Natural bodybuilding requires strict drug tested standards, long term planning, and a coach who understands
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WNBF Pro and Natural Bodybuilding Coach Steff Noble Building a chest that genuinely stands out is not about gimmicks or random pump sessions. It is about intelligent programming, progressive overload, mechanical tension, and understanding how the chest actually works. Below is one of my go-to chest sessions from the Pro Prep Coaching training vault, used
By WNBF Pro Steph Noble Building a strong and aesthetically pleasing set of glutes is a common goal among physique competitors and bodybuilders. The glutes, are made up of the: gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, and gluteus minimus, are not only important for aesthetics, but also play a crucial role in overall lower body strength and
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“You’ll find out a lot about yourself during the journey. It’s the classic hero’s journey” At the time of writing, there is a war going on in mainland Europe for the first time in 70 years. Inflation is at a 40 year high causing a cost-of-living crisis with energy and food prices soaring. A recent
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