physique category
figure
Females
Only
Who:
Natural Female Bodybuilders, Figure competitors from other groups or organizations, and any female athlete interested in presenting their physique in a feminine and professional manner without performing a routine.
The Look:
Competitors should display a muscular, defined physique with symmetrical upper and lower body development. Physique should be lean without excessive body fat. Significant muscular development is allowed, but size should not be excessive. Muscle separation, and visible ab development is expected in this division. Hard conditioning is allowed, but competitors should not be excessively dry or striated. Athletes should also pay attention to posture and presentation.
Judging:
The athletes will be screened on or off stage. Athletes will enter the designated area or stage for the Physique Screening Round where they will be screened to determine if any competitors exhibit obvious displays of banned substance use.1. Symmetry Round
Posing: Figure competitors should be tight from head to toe, properly flexing all muscle groups and maintaining symmetry, while still displaying poise and stage presence. Posing should look effortless.
1 Round of Competition
1. Symmetry Round - Comparison (1/4 &/or 1/2 turn) in Two Piece Competition Suit and Heels. This division is comparable to the division known simply as Figure in other competitive organizations. Athletes stand in a semi-relaxed stance (much more rigid than in a model competition) and display their physique by way of quarter and/or half turns. Turns are always performed to the right.2. Posing Round
Side Stances: Please note that athletes can choose to face the judges, however sometimes this can throw off symmetry. Practice what is best for you.
Facing the Back of the Stage: Please make sure you practice and get used to moving your hair as it will block the judges’ view of your physique and count against you.
Competitors should also pay close attention to their presentation. Choice of suits, hair, makeup, tan etc all play a part in what you are judged on.
NOTE: Athletes who participate in the Figure -Physique category may also opt to participate in the Muscle Model Search as well since the physiques are similar. The prime differences being that in the Model category athletes are much more relaxed on stage; personality & personal flair are important; and there is a themed wear round where athletes select a theme and have the opportunity to play it up center stage!
Figure-Physique Divisions: You may compete in as many divisions as you fit. You may also compete in multiple categories - check out the Muscle Model Search!
Experience: There is a 4-Level Tier System (Novice - Open - Advanced - Pro) for all REAL World Tour competitions. Competitors are encouraged to take a REAL Camp to learn the essentials of competing and to come to the stage better prepared. Seasoned athletes are eligible to bypass lower levels by submitting to the Approval Board, or applications to the Judging Panel.
Height: Athletes may be divided into height classes when there are at least 15 athletes in each class or at the discretion of the Head Judge. Generally the cut off is 5'2" & under // over 5'2" to 5'6" // over 5'6". In an event where there is a big skew of athletes the height cutoff may be altered to more evenly divide up the classes.
Age: Athletes of all ages are welcome to compete in the experience class. However, if you are 35 years or older you have the option to compete in the Masters class if it’s offered at your show.