Women's Bodybuilding

In the Bodybuilding division, judging is conducted through a series of mandatory poses.

This allows judges to evaluate not only the development of individual muscle groups, but also the overall balance and symmetry of the physique.

Competitors must wear a two-piece bikini with a cross-back design.

Excessive coverage or overly revealing suit designs may result in point deductions.

Prejudging: A solid-color bikini is required (color of choice).

Finals: Either a decorated bikini or a solid-color bikini may be worn.

Judging is based on the following criteria:

Overall muscularity and stage presence / Muscle separation and low body fat levels / Definition (overall conditioning) / Proportion (balance between muscle groups) / Symmetry (left-to-right balance) / Posing presentation

Mandatory Poses

Front Double Biceps / Front Lat Spread / Left Side Chest / Back Double Biceps / Back Lat Spread / Right Side Chest / Abdominals and Thigh / Side Triceps (either side) / Most Muscular

ー Judged in Two Rounds ー

Prejudging

Competitors are evaluated through lineup comparisons.

If there are more than 10 competitors, only the top 10 will advance to the Final Round.

Excessive pre-action movements may result in point deductions.

Final Round

A Free Posing Routine will be performed.

The duration of the Free Posing Routine varies by event. Please be sure to check the event guidelines in advance.

The Free Posing Routine is judged on overall presentation, including muscular development, stage presence, and routine composition.

View the Posing Guide

ー Stage Walk Guidelines ー