What Do Judges Look For?

Men's physique is a unique class.What the judges are looking for is proper shape and symmetry coupled with overall condition and muscularity. However a competitor should not have extreme muscularity and/or vascularity. An athlete of a body fat % with 6-10 is ideal.

As well as the focus on the body, a competitor should have brilliant stage presence and be able to display their physique in a natural manner. A competitor in this class should not pose, but rather walk through the various positions that are associated with this class. Having one hand in your pocket or on your hip is also optional. Men's physique represents a much different look to that of a body builder.

The board shorts must be cut just above knee length and can be one inch below the belly button. It is not recommended for the shorts to have large logos or patterns. A brand logo such as Nike or Billabong are accepted. Competitors will be barefoot and shirtless.

Pre-judging is comprised of 1/4 turns. Classes are divided by height and depending on size of the show there may be 1-2 classes and typically are divided around 5'8".