YOUR CONTEST-DAY CHECKLIST

Use this comprehensive list from fitness pros Tracey Greenwood and Carla Sanchez, CSCS, to cover all your bases on competition day.

>> Towel
>> One-piece suit and a backup
>> Spray adhesive to hold your suit in place
>> Extra color and powder-free latex gloves
>> Oil or moisturizer for sheen
>> Cell phone and camera
>> Hair accessories, rollers, scrunchies, bobby pins, curling irons
>> Makeup (include powder, lip gloss and extra set of eyelashes) and hand mirror
>> Jewelry and extra earring backings
>> Water and straws for sipping
>> Food, usually carbs such as oats, potato, rice cakes or dried fruit; bring utensils
>> Resistance band for pumping up
>> Aspirin
>> Sanitary supplies
>> Nail polish and nail glue
>> Safety pins and mini sewing kit with scissors
>> Visine
>> Vaseline (apply to teeth before stepping onstage so your lips don't stick to them)
>> Moist towelettes
>> Warm-up suit, flip-flops and robe to wear backstage
>> Heels and a backup
>> Umbrella
>> NPC card (if an NPC show)
>> Wallet with ID and business cards

If traveling, include these items, says Carla:
>> Socks, loose sweats and long-sleeved shirt to sleep in after applying tanner
>> Set of sheets (you don't want to be charged for tanner-stained sheets)
>> Extra towels
>> Shower curtain to stand on while applying tanner
>> Disinfectant wipes for cleanup
>> Packed meals in plastic baggies