MEN'S PHYSIQUE
Physique Division competitors are lean, fit and muscular, yet do not have the muscle mass or extreme leanness required for the Bodybuilding Division.
Physique Criteria
Symmetry & Presentation
is judged
Athletes shall not be as muscular or over conditioned
or striated as in bodybuilding
Feet facing forward slight lateral position of feet is allowable
Chest is elevated to
accentuate V taper
ONE hand on the hip, one leg to the side with calf lightly flexed
Lats are flared forward to display symmetry
Shoulders should be angled towards judges to accentuate symmetry
Poses should be held, Excessive movements not preferred.
Bodybuilding poses not allowed and will be scored down
JUDGING Criteria
Judges are looking for a lean, fit, muscular physique that is balanced and aesthetically pleasing. Athletes should be groomed properly, possess a pleasing muscle shape, good v-taper (highlighted by relatively wide shoulders and a small waist) and a well-developed mid-section are prominent in the judges’ criteria. Judges are not looking for the level of muscle mass or extreme leanness that are necessary for success in bodybuilding.
Athletes wear conventional board shorts cut ABOVE the knee. 11″ inches (28cm) or slightly shorter is allowable. Athletes wearing board shorts at mid thigh length may be scored down.
Judges are looking for:
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One hand on the hip on all poses
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Nicely shaped and balanced muscle throughout
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A small waist
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Good V-taper
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Abdominal definition
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One hand shall be placed on the hip on all quarter turns to differentiate from bodybuilding
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No bodybuilding poses are allowed
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Physique divisions are height based and split according to athlete numbers keeping events competitive but fair.
Tanning, grooming, suit choice, posing, stage walk, and overall aesthetic appeal are taken into consideration as judges look for the best overall package.
Athletes are judged in two (2) rounds, please scroll below for more details.
Below are some general stage walk guidelines for physique athletes. Many venues vary in accessibility so athletes should reach out to perspective promoters about stage walk specifics so that you can prepare properly.
MEN'S PHYSIQUE CLASSES
Classes may be split based on the athlete's height into different classes. The height classes might be as follows;
163CM-, 170CM-, 177CM-, 177CM+
The height/weight class numbers are displayed for reference purposes, we will change/adjust according to the average height / weight of the competitors who have signed up.
* smaller divisions like teens, juniors, masters, might have fewer classes as the number of contestants are fewer.
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First TimerA first timer is someone who has never competed before in any division or class. For example, if you have competed in mens physique before and wish to compete in bodybuilding then you are no longer a first timer.
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TeenA teen is an athlete who is 16 years old - 19 years old and 364 days (20yo under) on the day of the competition. Competitors who are 20 years old on the day of the competition are not eligible to compete in the teen class.
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JuniorA Junior athlete will be 20 years old - 23 years old and 364 days (24yo under) on the day of the competition. Athletes who are 24 years old or older on the day of the competition are not eligible to compete in the junior class.
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NoviceA Novice is an athlete who has never placed in the top 3 of a competition in any previous season. Your status as a novice lasts the duration of a season. Athletes who have won a regional, national title, or competed internationally as a teen, junior, masters or men’s physique competitor are not eligible to be considered a novice. Please note: Novice are not eligible to join the OPEN category.
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OpenThis is a Pro Card winning class 🏆
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MastersAthletes over the age of 40 are eligible for the Masters bodybuilding class.
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GrandmastersAthletes over the age of 50 are eligible for the Grandmasters bodybuilding class.