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Posing I Presence I Mindset Perfectly Prepared LLC was founded by Tara Thatcher in 2011 to motivate, inspire and empower women.

As an established competitor, and published fitness model, Tara found a void when it came to preparing for a competition, or a photo shoot. So she decided to pass along her wealth of knowledge pertaining to competing and fitness modeling. Tara has created a team of women who are all passionate about achieving their goals through a healthy lifestyle, competition, and fitness modeling. Her clients h

ave placed, and won Local, Regional, National, and International competitions, graced the pages and COVERS of fitness magazines, booked paid fitness modeling work, and are featured on many websites. She hand picks her clients, to ensure that they have the best possible experience, and maintain the integrity of an incredible group of women. She arranges special events including regular seminars, social gatherings, exclusive photo shoots with top photographers in the business, and workout sessions/group posing classes to help inform, and empower others to make their dreams into a reality.

08/15/2023

It feels like the end of an era…

I have shifted. I am no longer offering group or private posing, presence & mindset coaching in the fitness/bodybuilding space.

Thank you so much for your continued support over the years!

I’m not finished! I’m moving into a different space. I’m working on releasing online group coaching programs, personal coaching, photography, and some special events for women!!!

If you would like to continue to stay connected, I would love it if you follow me here:

Tara Annemarie Thatcher

Tara Thatcher Photography

Best wishes to you! I hope to see you in the next chapter!

- Tara

01/02/2023

In order to start the year off and look into the future of our sport and more specifically the Mr America all American Sports Festival, head judge and president Marc Tauriello will be appearing with kicking off the first of many live discussions with a Q/A session from viewers. Topics for episode 001 will include a brief recap of 2022 along with some current events that are making headlines around the country, what this years event will look like, judging and more. Don’t miss this.

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02/02/2022

Bodybuilding…
This isn’t a contest about having the most muscle.
This isn’t a contest to see who’s the leanest.
This isn’t a contest to see who chose to make the most sacrifices.
This isn’t a contest to see who dieted the hardest.
This isn’t a contest that is built on judging with metrics.
This is a contest to see who understood that the assignment was to look within. To be proud of who you are. To use your presence, to introduce you. To use your posing and transitions to show us who you are. And to display your physique in a way that leaves no question as to who is victorious.

Competitors! The 2022 season is fast approaching! You can put all the work in at the gym, and with your nutrition, but PLEASE do not neglect the most important piece of the whole journey; your Posing, Presence and Mindset.

As a former competitor who has done 13 shows, winning over half of them, as a coach specializing in Posing, Presence & Mindset coaching, and as judge who has been on judging panels since 2010, including head judging at the Mr America show on CBS Sports, as well as doing Live Commentary at the Natural Olympia, I bring so much knowledge and a deep understanding of the industry. If your goal is to look and truly feel comfortable and confident on stage, you have come to the right place!

I offer group and individual posing sessions.

My group sessions are a great place to connect with our community, in a safe and positive environment. We tackle so many aspects of prep with honesty and solution based coaching. Getting on stage should NOT be your first time with a group of competitors. Normalizing and getting reps and practice in this environment are KEY to success!

My individual coaching prepares far beyond the stage. You wouldn’t hire someone to give you a “cookie cutter” meal plan or training. So why would you do it in this arena? I offer a unique and proven approach to developing and executing your own style. This includes walk, poses that are tailored to your physique, and transitions that work for you. As a judge I’m looking for a competitor who is in complete alignment. That is exactly what I’m teaching. I believe that mindset is the most important part of the whole process, so I have coaching calls to help you navigate the wins and challenges you will face in their process. Helping you add some tools to your arsenal, including a strategy for game day, giving you the competitive edge.

If this resonates with you, and you would like to set up a discovery call for my individual coaching, please shoot me a message and we can get you scheduled.

If you are interested in attending group classes, here is a link to the next one:

https://fb.me/e/1opK6n8UB

12/02/2021

“How soon before my competition do I need to hire a coach to start working on Posing?”

I can’t tell you how often I get this question. The answer whether you’re a first time competitor or a seasoned pro, give yourself AS MUCH TIME as possible.

I have clients who start working with me a year before their competition. On average, most of my clients begin working with me to put together their base about 5-6 months prior to their event.

The biggest piece of advice I would give anyone is DON’T WAIT until the last minute. Yes, training and nutrition is important. But the reality is that your posing, presence and mindset are AT LEAST equally as important! So give yourself time to learn, to practice and to develop your own style of walking, posing and transitions that suit YOU.

I am taking private clients for 2022 currently. If you are interested in a discovery call, message me and we can set up a time to talk about how you can be for the stage!!!

Link to the next Group Event: https://fb.me/e/OTNOzDQQ

11/18/2021

I remember my name being called for first place at my very first show, the 2006 NANBF Mr/Ms Natural Minnesota. I couldn’t believe it! It was such an amazing experience, I get chills thinking about it. I was approached by a young lady who asked if I would coach her for a show. Although I was flattered, I also realized that I didn’t have enough knowledge to coach anyone else. Sure, winning a competition looked like a great start, but I needed more time and experience before I started coaching anyone else.

There is SO much more to coaching than just being a good competitor. So I kept showing up for opportunities. And have had SO many incredible experiences that have made me the coach I am today.

* I competed for 8 years and did 13 competitions myself.
* I’ve competed in both figure and bikini.
* I competed in several federations, NANBF, NPC, WBFF and Fitness America.
* I began judging in 2010.
* I have presented awards, expedited, and assisted promoters since 2010.
* I am the head judge at Mr. America.
* I have provided live commentary at the Natural Olympia in 2019 & 2021.
* I started coaching competitors in 2010.
* My clients have placed top 5, at local, regional, National and international shows.
* My clients have won pro cards in several organizations.
* I coach both amateur and professional competitors.
* I specialize in the three things you can control the day of the competition: Posing, Presence & Mindset.
* I’ve been a sponsored athlete and have worked at events such as the Arnold Classic and Olympia.
* I am a published fitness model and writer.
* I’ve helped clients get published on the cover and interior features of several magazines.
* I hosted Strong Fitness Magazine’s STRONGCAMP here in Minneapolis MN.

I share this with you because just being a successful competitor, doesn’t make you a great coach. Understanding the event and industry from every angle and being able to continue learning, being able to bring new, relevant information, makes you a great coach.

What are YOUR goals? And how can I help you achieve them? Will YOU be for the stage?

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11/17/2021

“How often do you host group events?”

I host one EVERY MONTH! Posing, presence, and mindset are ALL parts of your journey to the stage that can be worked on YEAR ROUND.

Training and nutrition are important, but THIS is at least as important, if not important to work with on. Whether it’s your first time competing, or you’re a seasoned amateur or pro, EVERYONE can learn, grow and improve here!

I am also taking clients for the 2022 season! If you’re looking for someone to help guide you through your first prep OR your ready to take your game to the next level as a pro or amateur, I’m here to help! Let’s set up a discovery call to see if I’m the right fit for you to help you achieve your goals and give you the competitive edge you’re looking for. Send me a dm to schedule your call!

Link to group event: https://fb.me/e/OTNOzDQQ

11/06/2021

🗣LAST CALL!!! The next Perfectly Prepared group event is TOMORROW! There are still a few spots remaining…

I started competing in 2006. There are SO many details that go into a competition, it can feel overwhelming. After competing myself for 8 years and doing 13 shows, coaching clients since 2010, I specialize in the THREE THINGS you CAN CONTROL… Your Posing, Presence & Mindset.

No matter if you’re thinking about a competition, have one in mind as a goal, or are competing as a seasoned amateur or pro, these classes are designed for YOU. To help you understand what you are responsible for on stage, to connect with other women who are passionate about making themselves a priority, and to take the mystery out of what the judges are looking for.

Please, if you are feeling like you’re lost, not sure where to start, or ready to take your game to the next level, JOIN US!!!

➡️ Link to event page: https://fb.me/e/OR5fCVe7

I am also taking clientele for the 2022 season. If you are putting the time in with nutrition and training, posing, presence and mindset is EQUALLY as important to you on and off the stage. Make sure you have your bases covered, and give yourself the competitive edge to do your best!

Message me to schedule a discovery call and see how we can work on your goals TOGETHER!

10/25/2021

Client stepped on the stage at for the very first time. I couldn’t be more proud of this woman right here.

Throughout her prep, we had very open communication through our in person posing and presence sessions and our mindset coaching calls. There are SO MANY things that can come up throughout prep that need to be discussed and worked through. I admire Elizabeth for her honesty and her willingness to work through challenges as soon as she had the proper tools.

I share this with you because your posing, presence and mindset are equally as important as your training and nutrition in your journey to the stage. Finding a coach that understands that, and helps equip you with the tools, knowledge and understanding you need gives you a HUGE competitive edge.

Elizabeth showed up on stage!!! She was poised, present, comfortable, confident, and you could FEEL it!!! Thank you Elizabeth for choosing to be for your event and for trusting me.

10/24/2021

Client Sheila Erickson has had ONE HELL of a season so far!!! We talked about strategy, which shows made sense, and stuck to a plan. Mr. America was her Pro Debut after winning her pro card at the 2020 Mr & Ms Natural Minnesota. Her choices in competitions are not for the faint of heart. Sheila works so incredibly hard, we changed up quite a bit of her posing, stage presence, to reflect the move to the Pro division. We also had mindset coaching calls to work through the challenges of prep, life, and keep her on point with the vest competitive edge she could have.

She took 1st place at Mr. America in both the Masters Pro class and a stacked Pro class of 12! She was interviewed and featured on Generation Iron. Named the #2 Figure Pro by Called Out.

This past weekend, she went for a repeat in her home state at the . Where again, she walked into a very competitive Pro Figure Class. Walking away with another well earned win.

Her next and final show of the season is her biggest yet. We are heading to Las Vegas for the prestigious Natural Olympia!!! She is coming in HOT 🔥

I am so proud to work with this woman. Not only is she an incredible, hard working athlete, she’s such a kind person, and makes just an excellent role model for others in the industry. Sheila, it’s been an amazing season, and I’m excited to go finish it out with you in Las Vegas!!! Let’s GO! This is what happens when you cover all of your bases. Posing, Presence & Mindset coaching are as essential on stage as having someone for training and nutrition. Are you for the stage?

09/23/2021

I’m SO PROUD when I look at these pictures. I’m brought to tears every single session. And I’m not sorry. Not even a little bit.

Together, we created an incredibly safe and supportive space where everyone could express where they were at, very honestly, with no judgement. You see, competing can feel very lonely. But often we create that. By pretending everything is great, we are doing well, and we don’t talk about the things that come up. The hard things. Challenges, life, change, disappointment, relationships. And when we don’t tell the absolute truth, we aren’t open for the connection we need and crave.

Connection comes in the space of sharing hard things. Telling hard truth. Working through shame, guilt, embarrassment, and admitting we are no where near perfect. And we most certainly don’t have our s**t together.

So often we miss these opportunities to connect because we live under a label like “perfectionist” or “people pleaser”. Both are extremely unfulfilling. Trust me, I’ve been there.

We shared those hard truths, and you know what? Everyone there felt less alone. And walked away with an incredible tribe of support.

For those of you have attended a Posing l Presence l Mindset Workshop, I’d love to hear what YOUR favorite experience or biggest takeaway was!!!

09/18/2021

Ladies!!!! I’m so excited to see you tomorrow morning! If you haven’t yet, please make your final RSVP and get your payment in.

If you have a show coming up, please bring your suit, to wear at class! Take advantage of the opportunity to get in it and in front of people BEFORE your show!!! You will feel so much more comfortable and confident, trust me ☺️

Please arrive a few minutes prior to 8:30 am to park and check in either in the entry way or front desk and get situated. I will be starting promptly at 8:30.

Who else is PUMPED???

To RSVP follow the link in the Bio. RSVP on the event page, and send your payment in via Venmo!

09/12/2021

Big CONGRATULATIONS to client for a great first show!!! She took home 1st 🥇 place in Masters Bikini and 3rd 🥉 place in Open Bikini at her very first show the Eastern USA!

One of the things I admire about Maryann is her resilience and growth mindset! She is able to move through challenges stronger, and share her experience and love for fitness and healthy lifestyle with others!

Next up for this powerhouse, .life!!!
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