Bikini star Lauralie Chapados is giving a behind-the-scenes look at how she kicks off her day. In a YouTube video from May 12, 2026, she detailed her morning routine and daily ab workout ahead of the 2026 Pittsburgh Pro.
In 2024, Lauralie Chapados reached the top of the sport. She took out three-time Bikini Olympia champ Ashley Kaltwasser, Jasmine Gonzalez, and Aimee Delgado en route to gold. A year later, she attempted to defend her title, but missed the mark and fell to sixth place.
The Canadian native moved on, pushing her chips all-in at the 2026 Arnold Classic. However, Chapados narrowly lost against Delgado in Columbus, Ohio. This encounter set the table for their upcoming rematch in Pittsburgh, and Chapados is sticking to a strict protocol leading into the event.
Lauralie Chapados’ Morning Routine Ahead of the 2026 Pittsburgh Pro
Find a breakdown of her morning routine from the video below:
- Wake up 5:15 AM
- Supplements + fasted drink (Carnogen, glutamine, hydration)
- Commute to Gym
- Posing practice
- Ice bath
- 30 min on Arm Trainer
- 15 min lower body
- 30 min Arc Trainer
- 30 min treadmill
- Abs: Ab roller, modified dead bugs (foam roller), rotator vacuum + Bosu crunches/extensions
- First meal of day
She credited this morning routine for having a drastic impact on her physique:
“This is what I’ve been including in my morning routine since November. RC made a drastic change in my entire physique.”
Daily Ab Workout
Each day, Chapados trains her abs with these exercises:
- Ab Roller
- Modified Dead Bugs (on foam roller)
- Rotator Vacuum (with pole)
- Bosu Ball Crunches (chin to chest, knees to elbows) *Optional
- Bosu Ball Spinal Flexion to Extension *Optional
She explained that the routine has helped her keep a tight core throughout preparations.
“That has helped obviously with my breathing, my core control, and essentially just building a core tight where when I pose on stage, I can just be free,” she shared. “Very Pilates-based, very connection-based, intentional.”
Ahead of her return in Pittsburgh, Chapados has been transparent with fans about her diet and training. She recently broke down her higher-carb full day of eating, which has helped her maintain energy levels for consistent workouts. In addition, she revealed her top-three glute exercises she’s using to win the Pittsburgh Pro.
Chapados believes her morning routine and daily ab workouts will give her an edge onstage. The 2026 Pittsburgh Pro is set for May 16-17 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
