Divisions Explained – Women’s Bikini, Wellness, Figure, Physique & Bodybuilding

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In the world of bodybuilding, there are several divisions woman can enter; bikini, wellness, figure, physique & fitness with a few federations offering Angel’s, transformation and sports model divisions.

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Bikini women are judged on their lean and firm physique scored on proportion, symmetry, balance, shape and skin tone. The “X” factor is important. It’s that hour glass figure that shoulder caps, a tiny waist and glutes will get you (not to neglect the back, bi’s, tri’s and chest).  During comparison judging in height classes, bikini women do a front and back pose. In natural federations, there are quarter turns.  Bikini girls may be judged on their walk, presentation and posing as these elements can become a deciding factor to determine a winner. Confidence and conducting yourself on stage with ease is very important! Bikini woman are generally in the 10-14% body fat range. Each federation has their own set of guidelines and posing criteria. Such as, the NPC and OCB require half turns where the NANBF/IPE and INBA/PNBA require quarter turns. But the NPC/IFBB, OCB and INBA/ PNBA have a similar back pose where the NANBF/ IPE is different? Here is a list of federations websites at Divisions Explained and then check out Bikini Posing for Natural Federations.