FIT BODY 
OVERVIEW
Fit Body judges are looking for an athletic physique but without the level of muscle mass of the bodybuilding division.
Athletes wear two-piece figure suits; thongs or T-back bottoms are not allowed. The suit may be embellished with rhinestones, sparkles, or sequins for added effect. High-heeled shoes are required. Jewelry and body piercing is allowed but must not be offensive or obscure the physique.

FIT BODY JUDGING CRITERIA 
Round #1 – SYMMETRY
Competitors will perform the mandatory quarter turns; judges will compare competitors against
others in the same class. Judges will be looking at balance and proportion (e.g., between upper and lower body). Fit Body competitors should be symmetrically balanced; upper or lower body should not overpower the other; no one-body part should overpower the rest of the physique. 

Round #2 - MUSCLE TONE
The key is to come in conditioned and not overly muscular, too striated or hard looking. Too much overall muscle mass or appearing to be at the same physical level of a bodybuilding competitor is not Fit Body. Example: Shoulders/Arms ripped and too vascular. Some separation is required to display the different muscle groups and proper execution of the (5) Mandatory poses is essential. Both rounds will be scored equally to come up with the final placement. 

FITBODY QUARTER TURNS



FITBODY MANDATORY POSES



CLASSIC
OVERVIEW
Classic Physique emphasizes symmetry and presentation, specifically the artistry of posing. Athletes will be split into height classes, depending on the number of competitors, as evenly and competitively as possible.

ATTIRE 
Athletes shall wear black classic posing trunks side width between 2 inches and 4.5".
Sculpted or full back. Material shallnotreach the upper hamstring.
Bodybuilding trunks are not allowed.

CLASSIC JUDGING CRITERIA
Round #1 – SYMMETRY
• 50% Score
• Consists of the same four mandatory symmetry round relaxed poses as the bodybuilding
division (listed below).
• Symmetry encompasses the overall balance and harmony of the physique on all sides and in all
muscle groups. Athletes should have broad shoulders, pleasing lines, and a small tapered waist.
• The lower body will match the upper body completing a perfect X frame. Having an exemplary
muscle group in some cases can make a Bodybuilder stand out, however, Classic Physique
competitors must have all muscle groups in proportion.

Round #2 – MUSCULATURE & PRESENTATION
• 50% Score
• Consists of the Five mandatory Classic Physique muscularity round poses (listed below).
• Much like the Bodybuilding Category, athletes will be judged on the size, separation, and
leanness of their musculature.
• While the leanness standard is not lower in Classic Physique, leanness at the expense of fullness
or where dieting leads to a loss of symmetry will hurt Classic competitors’ scores.
Excessive condition, hardness, or vascularity that harms symmetry will be scored down.
• Individual presentation of the athletes “classic physique” look is a focus for judging. Smooth
quarter turns and graceful classic posing is crucial. The ability to hold poses without visible effort will positively impact scoring.
• Favorite poses should be chosen by the athlete to accentuate their symmetry & musculature. Note: NO Bodybuilding, most muscular, or Men's Physique poses are permitted in Classic.

CLASSIC MANDATORY POSES                                                                                                          
The head judge will instruct you to complete mandatory (muscularity) poses. You may be asked to do these several times and out of order later in the round.

• Asymmetrical front double biceps
• Side chest Both right and left side
• Side Tricep One leg to the front Both right and left side
• Rear double biceps One Hand Open
• Abdominal & Thighs

1-2 Favorite Classic Poses:
Athletes should choose poses that accentuate their symmetry and muscularity.
Favorite Pose: Rear twisting double biceps
Favorite Pose: Victory
Favorite Pose: Teacup
Favorite Pose: Mantis
Favorite Pose: Front Archer





MENS PHYSIQUE 
OVERVIEW
The head judge will instruct you to complete mandatory (muscularity) poses. You may be asked to do these several times and out of order later in the round.Athletes wear conventional board shorts cut ABOVE the knee. 11″ inseam or slightly shorter is allowable. Athletes wearing board shorts at mid thigh length may be scored down. Physique divisions are height based and split according to athlete numbers keeping events competitive but fair. One hand shall be placed on the hip on all quarter turns to differentiate from bodybuilding. No bodybuilding poses allowed. 

MENS PHYSIQUE JUDGING CRITERIA
Competitors are lean, fit, and muscular yet do not have the muscle mass or extreme leanness required for the Bodybuilding Division.

Round #1 - SYMMETRY & MUSCLE TONE
Round #2 - PRESENTATION 

Physical Criteria that judges are looking for is a lean, fit, muscular physique that is balanced and
aesthetically pleasing. Athletes should be groomed properly, possess a small waist, and have a good V-
taper from the shoulders to the obliques.
Judges are not looking for the level of muscle mass or extreme leanness that are necessary for success in bodybuilding.
Judges are not looking for the level of muscle mass or extreme leanness that are necessary for success in bodybuilding.

MENS PHYSIQUE QUARTER TURNS



BODYBUILDING MEN & WOMEN
BODYBUILDING Overview
Men and women in the Bodybuilding Divisions will be judged through a series of poses that will allow the judges to evaluate not only individual body parts but also "the most balanced physique throughout.”
Men wear a bodybuilding posing suit; women wear a two-piece bodybuilding suit with or without embellishments.

BODYBUILDING JUDGING CRITERIA
Athletes are judged in two rounds with a focus on;

Round #1 Symmetry– Encompasses the overall balance of the physique
Round #2 Muscularity– Overall muscular development, size, proportion, conditioning, definition and striations throughout the physique

BODYBUILDING MANDATORY POSES