CLASSIC PHYSIQUE

(This division is open to Physique and Bodvybuilding) – 60/90 second Posing routine (optional)

This division prioritises proportions, symmetry, conditioning, and classic muscle shape over extreme mass or striations.

Competitors will be judged on their ability to present a classic, proportioned, and aesthetically pleasing physique, reminiscent of the golden era of bodybuilding. Judges will be looking for:

  • A well-developed V-taper, broad shoulders, a narrow waist
  • Balanced muscle separation
  • A full yet conditioned physique without excessive striations

Competetion format - 3 Rounds

Round 1: Quarter Turn Comparisons (Symmetry Round)

Quarter Turns:

  1. Front Relaxed Pose
  2. Quarter Turn Right (Side Pose)
  3. Quarter Turn Back (Rear Pose)
  4. Quarter Turn Left (Side Pose)
  5. Returning to Front Pose

Round 2: Muscularity Round (Compulsory Poses)

Athletes will showcase their muscular development and classic lines through the following five compulsory poses:

  1. Front Double Biceps – Highlighting arm size, shoulder width, and taper to the waist.
  2. Side Chest – Displaying pectoral development, arm thickness, and overall upper-body mass.
  3. Side Triceps – Demonstrating arm detail, obliques, and side leg conditioning.
  4. Rear Double Biceps – Emphasizing back width, arm development, and hamstring/glute separation.
  5. Abdominals & Thighs – Showcasing core conditioning, quad separation, and balance.

Judging Criteria

  • Muscularity & Shape – A full, round, and proportioned physique with well-developed muscle bellies.
  • Symmetry & Proportions – Balance between upper and lower body, with no dominant or lagging muscle groups.
  • Conditioning – Lean and defined, with clear muscle separation but not excessively striated like Bodybuilding.
  • Classic Lines & V-Taper – Broad shoulders, narrow waist, and a shape that fits the classic physique ideal.

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