Step on stage
Contest prep
In person in Mesa or online
Off-season, prep, peak week, show day, posing and post-show planning.
$300a month
Contest prep
Contest Prep Coaching for Bodybuilding and Physique Athletes
Coach Toni Abdo preps NPC, IFBB Pro League and natural-federation athletes in Bikini, Figure, Wellness, Women's Physique, Men's Physique and Classic Physique, in person in Mesa, Arizona or online anywhere in the US. Coaching covers the process around off-season, prep, peak week, show day, posing and post-show.
- Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 41 Google reviews. Opens Team Elite Coaching on Google.
- NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist and Certified Nutrition Coach.
- More than 800 clients coached.
- First place in Men’s Physique Open and Men’s Physique Over 40 at the 2023 OCB Slayer Classic. Opens the official OCB results.
NASM Certified Personal TrainerNASM Corrective Exercise SpecialistNASM Certified Nutrition Coach800+ clients coached
Where should your next prep start?
First show or returning to the stage, start with where you are now.
Talk through your division, experience and the work your routine can support. Toni sets your prep timeline during the consult. There are no promised placings, pro cards or fixed weeks-out schedules here.
Which divisions does Toni coach?
What does prep cover?
Training and nutrition are part of the plan, alongside posing and the stages around show day.
Daily check-ins and weekly reviews keep the conversation going. Discuss off-season preparation, peak week, show-day support and post-show planning with Toni before choosing your program.
How does support change through the phases?
- Off-season: discuss your starting point and the training, nutrition and habits you can commit to.
- Prep: follow the plan, check in daily and review training and nutrition each week.
- Peak week: discuss the plan directly with Toni; no generic protocol is published here.
- Show day: talk through posing and the support needed for your show, including Arizona arrangements.
- Post-show: keep the conversation going about the next stage of your training and nutrition.
NPC or a natural federation?
Toni coaches athletes in NPC and IFBB Pro League divisions and natural federations including OCB, WNBF and INBA/PNBA.
Eligibility and judging rules belong to each federation. Check its current requirements before committing to a show.
Where should I explore next?
The process
How does coaching
with Toni work?
A plan is the start. The check-ins keep it real. Training, nutrition and mindset belong in the same conversation. Here is how coaching with Toni works.
Start with a conversation
Talk about your goals, your daily routine and why this matters to you. A free 20-minute consult helps you and Toni decide whether coaching is a fit.
Put your starting point on the table
Complete an assessment in the Team Elite Coaching app so your training, nutrition and habits can be considered together.
Make the plan clear
A 45-minute kickoff call gives you time to understand your plan and ask questions before getting into your routine.
Check in, every day
Use the app to stay in touch with Toni. Bring the good days and the difficult ones. The point is an honest picture, not a perfect score.
Review and adjust each week
Your weekly check-in and Zoom call give Toni the context to adjust training and nutrition as you go.
What would you
like to know?
Start here, then bring your own questions to Toni.
How do check-ins and calls work during prep?
Support includes daily app check-ins, a weekly progress check-in and a weekly Zoom call, with training and nutrition adjusted each week. Use the app to tell Toni what is working and where you need help. Confirm the call format and messaging arrangements for your program with him; a daily check-in does not promise an immediate reply.
Can I prep with my own gym or home equipment?
Online coaching can fit a home setup with minimal equipment or a gym membership. Tell Toni what you have access to, your experience and the time you can set aside. Your training plan is built around that conversation; you do not need to assume every exercise or equipment setup shown here applies to you.
What does a contest prep coach cost?
Personal training is $70 an hour. Online coaching is $250 a month. Contest prep is $300 a month. Posing coaching is $50 for 30 minutes. The 6-Week Transformation Challenge is $299. There is no checkout on this website. Requesting a call does not enroll you or create a payment. Confirm billing terms with Toni before you start.
How far out should I start prep?
Toni sets the timeline during your consult after talking through your starting point, division, training experience and show plans. There is no one-size-fits-all weeks-out promise here. An early conversation gives you room to discuss preparation, posing practice and what you can realistically commit to.
Do you coach natural athletes?
Yes. Team Elite Coaching supports athletes in natural federations including OCB, WNBF and INBA/PNBA, as well as NPC and IFBB Pro League divisions. Check the current rules directly with your federation. Coaching does not determine eligibility, award a placing or promise a pro card.
Do you come to shows?
Talk with Toni about in-person show support in Arizona and the arrangements for the show you are considering. Confirm the date, location and scope of support directly. A website visit does not book show-day attendance or travel, and no upcoming show or athlete appearance is announced here without confirmation.
Can I prep for my first show with you?
Yes. First-time and returning competitors can discuss prep with Toni. Start by talking about your goals, division and experience. Coaching covers the preparation process, including posing and the stages around show day. Your timeline and support needs are discussed individually rather than assumed from a template.
Keep going
Your next chapter
Your training log / Day 01
Day one starts with a conversation.
- Tell Toni where you are now.
- Tell him what you want help with.
- Start with a conversation, not a commitment.