Overview
Upper-body focused category with broad shoulders, small waist, and strong V-taper. Highly conditioned with visible abs, but no leg development required like in Bodybuilding.
Attire
Board shorts just above the knee (supplied by athlete).
Judging Criteria
- Symmetry, shape, and muscularity of upper body
- Well-developed six-pack and conditioning
- Stage presence, polished posing, and confidence
Stage Walk & Posing
Two rounds: Symmetry (quarter turns) and Muscularity (front double biceps, side chest, side triceps, back double biceps, abs).
Subdivisions
First TimersNoviceOpen21 & Under23 & Under30+40+50+