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Bodybuilding
Mission Statement
The aim of the ANB is to take NATURAL Bodybuilding,
Fitness, Figure and Model Competitions to the Highest
possible level, while at the same time offering competitors
more opportunities than the natural athlete ever thought
possible.
The Australasian Natural Bodybuilding Association administers
the drug free sport of Bodybuilding, Figure and Model competitions throughout Australia
and New Zealand. This is accomplished in the following manner,
by proper drug testing using the I.O.C. methodology, with highly
experienced and competent officials plus excellent show sponsors.
This in turn brings improved show venues, higher quality awards
and prizes, PLUS more media exposure for the competitors, as well
as a solid Judging Criteria & Proficient Judging Personnel with
the highest integrity and standards.
Please send your comments or enquiries via e-mail to
info@anb.com.au
and a representative will contact you as soon as practicable.
Sponsorship and contest day promotion enquiries are
also welcome, all sports media interests are warmly
welcomed to our competitions and children are most welcome
and encouraged to support their family members at our
events.
Men's Bodybuilding Guidelines:
Round 1 - Muscularity
Round 1 - 45%
In this round competitors perform the following compulsory poses:
1. Front Double Biceps
2. Front Lateral Spread
3. Side Chest (either side at the choice of the competitor)
4. Side triceps (again either side)
5. Rear Double Biceps (spike one calf)
6. Rear Lateral Spread
7. Abdominal and Thigh
In this round judges are comparing competitors for the following:
Muscularity - The shape, thickness and quality of muscle.
Proportion - The balance of one muscle group against another.
Definition - Muscle separation, definition and vascularity.
Balance - Left side of the body compared to the right, front compared to rear.
Round 2 - Symmetry
Round 2 - 45%
In this round the competitors will stand in numerical order facing the judges and they will perform four one quarter turns - the first will be facing the judges, then the competitors will be asked to make three one quarter turns to the right, thus displaying their physique from every angle.
In this round judges are looking for the following:
Structural Flaws - Faults within the competitor's skeletal structure.
Proportion - The balance of one muscle group to another eg. Lower body to upper body, biceps to calves, waist to quadriceps etc.
Balance - The left side of a competitor's body compared to the right, the front compared to the rear.
Symmetry - The competitor's overall shape and line.
Round 3 - Free Posing
Round 3 - 10%
Competitor's will pose to their own music for a
maximum of 60 seconds.
In this round judges are looking for:
Posing Ability
Presentation / Entertainment
Physique
The judges are looking for a dramatic routine which shall include poses from Round 1.
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MUSCLE MASS
It must
be remembered that, first & foremost, a physique contest is a Bodybuilding contest. Contestants must exhibit a degree of muscular development which will naturally vary according to the class being judged. Obviously, one would not expect a Teenage competitor to exhibit the mass of an Open class competitor.
Muscular size will vary between Male & Female competitors.
However, when making comparisons within a class, muscle mass & size plays an important part with the more advanced muscularity scoring higher points.
SEPARATION
This factor must be considered in conjunction with muscle mass. Separation is the delineation between the muscle
groups of the physique. Excess subcutaneous fatty tissue under the skin blurs this muscular division resulting in a smooth appearance which detracts from muscular mass.
A good physique must have muscular mass which is complemented by sharp muscular separation rather than being flawed by being too smooth
DEFINITION
This must not be confused with separation. Definition is the display of the individual muscles & muscle fibers taken to
a wish degree (often referred to as 'ripped' or 'shredded').
A physique that has good muscle mass, separation & definition must be scored highly. However, definition that is taken to the point of emaciation, will only reduce mass & fullness can not be judged so highly.
Definition should be only to show clean muscle mass, otherwise the muscles appear stringy & flat.
SYMMETRY
A key
ingredient in a winning physique & one that owes it's qualities mainly to the genetic component of the competitor. Wide shoulders, narrow hips, trim waist & a deep rib-cage are genetically endowed qualities on which a championship physique can be built.
Faults such as knock-knees, bowed legs, rounded shoulders
or any curvature of the spine, whilst unfortunate, are to be scored down during the symmetry round.
PROPORTION
This must not be confused with symmetry, although a proportionate physique owes much to it being symmetrical in the first place.
A proportionate physique is one that has no overall development in which each individual bodypart complements
the others in both size & shape. The upper body should not be developed to the extent that it overpowers the lower body & vice-versa.
All bodyparts should flow in harmony with no bodypart being over developed to the detriment of the others. Right & left sides should be equally developed, so as to not exhibit no readily observable differences in size. Adjoining muscle groups should
enhance each other rather than detract.
These qualities; Muscle Mass, Separation, Definition, Symmetry & Proportion, are the major considerations when assessing any physique, but must be viewed in conjunction with some rather less important, (but not trivial) considerations which can enhance or detract from the major qualities mentioned.
CONTEST PREPARATION
The way a competitor prepares
for a competition can often mean the difference between placing & not placing. No TAN or a hastily applied patchy tan can detract from an otherwise pleasing physique to the degree that, when compared with a similar physique with a good even tan, it is placed lower. A good even tan highlights a physique, whereas a pale tone tends to emphasise lack of definition & separation.
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same point can be made to the application of POSING OIL. Over use of oil tends to reflect light & smooth out rather than enhance definition. Oil smeared onto posing trunks gives a scruffy, untidy look which also should not bar an obviously winning physique from taking it's due
place but should be used with care when assessing physiques that are in close or even contention.
Personal grooming such as untidy HAIR, can also be viewed in this context.
CONTEST PRESENTATION
This is another area in which the judges should pay close attention. The competitors should present themselves to the best of their ability at all times. They should be able to perform the compulsory poses perfectly on request, and follow the instructions of the Chief Judge without question. His optional
posing routine should flow smoothly, & to the required time allotment.
However, Judges should always remember that they are judging a Bodybuilding competition, not a posing contest, & that a poorer display by a better physique should not place lower than a better display by a poorer physique. However, if physiques are very close in the judges estimation, points
scored by superior presentation may elevate one over the other.
SKIN BLEMISHES
Tattoos, Acne, Scars & other blemishes should only be taken into consideration if judging is close. Extensive tattooing, such as some ethnic tattoos definitely detract from the aesthetic value of the physique & should be judged accordingly.
COMPARISONS
The importance of comparisons cannot be over emphasised. The comparisons will assist the judges in deciding
which competitor has the superior physique, from the aspects of the judging criteria as presented on the day.
COMPETITION FORMAT
ROUND ONE: Compulsory Posing Round
This is the judges first opportunity to view the competitor on stage, as they are taken through a series of "compulsory poses". These poses are designed to allow the Judge to view development of every muscle from different angles, thus ensuring the individual judge has a good basis for "callouts" (competitor comparisons).
After
the competitors have completed these poses as a group, each individual judge has an opportunity to call out only the competitors he wishes to view in further comparison. If any judge still is unsure of their placing, they can then utilise these additional comparisons to finalise their scoring for this round.
ROUND TWO: Symmetry Round
All competitors appear in numerical order in one line across the stage (when there are large number of competitors, again the Chief Judge may choose to dissect the line into two or three sections to allow clearer vision of the competitors
by the Judges). The line is then taken through a series of quarter turns.
In this round the competitors will be closely scrutinised for any genetic, structural or proportional defects that could affect their placing and are scored accordingly.
NOTE: In many cases it will be obvious in any line up, that there are competitors who will not place, and those that are in contention. The experienced Judge will note these & devote most of their attention to the higher standard competitors, while not entirely dismissing the others.
ROUND THREE: Individual Free Posing Round
In this round
each contestant performs their own posing routine to their own selected music. There is a time limit of 60 seconds maximum for both male & female competitors.
The judge should look for a routine which compliments and enhances the physique of the competitor, showing their better features whilst disguising the weaker ones. The competitor should have an empathy with the music selected, using movements in time to the music without jerking or uncoordinated moves.
Attention
should be directed to the overall presentation of each competitor with details of untidy, or inappropriate, appearance or attire noted (Refer to Backstage Marshalling chapter below). The competitors have worked long & hard for this moment and each Judge owes it to them to make a firm decision at this time.
BACKSTAGE
This section covers the role of the Backstage Officials, competitors and competitors attire. The backstage area is the busiest area at competition time. The role of these officials is vast, and of very high importance. They are required to;
1. Check
that all competitors are present to be judged with their allocated class.
2. Have the correct attire, with competitor number attached to their LEFT side of their posing costume at the waist.
3. Ensure the competitor is not wearing excessive jewelry, ie:
a; RINGS must be removed (Wedding Rings may be covered with a sticking bandage)
b; EARRINGS must
be removed during pre-judging (Women may wear sleeper earrings)
c; HAIR may be tied back or up with "non-reflective" hair ties or combs (Women should tie their hair away from the upper back during pre-judging)
d; POSING COSTUMES should be of a solid non-reflective colour & should adequately cover the private areas, whilst allowing the rest of the physique to be viewed correctly
e; FOOTWEAR the men do not wear any. The women bodybuilders do not wear any. The figure competitors are required to wear High-Heeled shoes during the pre-judging (Bikini Rounds 1& 2 but not Round 3)
PROPS are permitted to be used by the Figure Competitors during the
Final Presentation to add Creativity to their Free Posing Routine.
The Backstage Officials should also be keeping a close observation on all competitors for initial signs of potential collapse, owing to severe dehydration prior to a contest. As the Official is the nearest to the on-stage & backstage activities, he must be aware of these possibilities & be prepared to act QUICKLY. The judging panel must also be alert to these possibilities.
The Officials should also RESTRICT the competitors assistants ie; oilers & pump-up "helpers" to one person only. Otherwise it simply becomes over-crowded & delays the progression of the contest. As you can see, the Backstage Officials job is also highly important, and often
necessary.
MEN'S Compulsory Poses
Round 1
1. Front Double Biceps
Standing facing the Judges with HEELS TOGETHER the competitor will raise both arms to shoulder level bending them at the elbows. The hands should be clenched and turned inwards. This will cause the Biceps and Forearm muscles to contract, which are the main muscles to be assessed in this pose. In addition, the competitor should attempt to contract as many muscles as possible, as the judges will be surveying the complete physique.
When assessing the physique, a judge should follow a routine procedure which will allow a comprehensive assessment of the physique as a whole. He/She
should in the compulsory poses, first look at the Primary muscle group being displayed. The judge should survey the whole of the physique, starting from the head and looking at every part in a downward sequence, beginning with general impressions, looking for;
A - MUSCULAR BULK
B - BALANCED DEVELOPMENT (SYMMETRY)
C - MUSCLE DENSITY & DEFINITION
The downward survey should take in the head, neck, shoulders, chest, all the arm muscles, the front of trunk for pectorals, pec-delt tie-in, abdominals, waist, thighs, calves & feet.
The same procedure for rear poses will also take in upper and lower trapezius, teres and infraspinatus, erector spinae,
the gluteus group, leg biceps group, calves & feet. Detailed assessment of the various muscle groups can be made during the comparisons when it helps the judge to compare muscle shape, density & definition while still bearing in mind overall balanced development.
2. Front Lat Spread
Again standing facing the judges with heels together, the competitor will place the hands, either open or preferably clenched, against the lower waist and will expand the lats. At the same time, the competitor should attempt to contract as many other frontal muscles as possible.
The judge should first see whether the competitor can show a good spread of the lats, thereby creating a V-shaped torso. Then the judge should continue with the head-to-toe survey as in the first pose, noting first the general aspects and then concentrating on the more detailed aspects of the various muscle groups.
3. Side Chest
The competitor will quarter turn to the side as instructed by the Chief Judge. He will stand with his left or right side towards the judges. He will bend the front arm nearest to the judges to a right angle position with the fist clenched, and with the other hand will grasp the wrist. The front leg nearest to the judges will be bent at the knee and will rest on the toes. The competitor will expand the chest and by upward pressure on the front bent arm, contract the biceps as much as possible. He will also contract the thigh muscles, in particular the biceps femoris group, and by downward pressure on his toes will display contracted calves.
The judge
will pay particular attention to the pectoral muscles and the arch of the rib cage, the biceps, the leg biceps and the calves and will conclude the survey once again with the head-to-toe examination.
4. Rear Double Biceps
The competitor will stand facing the rear of the stage, back to the judges, he will bend the arms & wrists as in the front double biceps, and will place one foot back resting on the toes.
He will contract the arm muscles, along with the muscles of the shoulders, upper & lower back, thigh & calf muscles.
The judge will first survey the arms, followed by the head-to-toe survey, during which there are more muscles groups
to view than in all the other poses. These will include; Neck, Deltoids, Biceps, Triceps, Forearms, Trapezius, Teres, Infraspinatus, Erector Spinae, External Obliques, Lattisimus Dorsi, Gluteus, Leg Biceps and Calves.
This pose, probably more than others, will help to determine the quality
of the competitor's muscle density, definition & overall balance.
5. Rear Lat Spread
The competitor will stand facing the rear of the stage, back to the judges, he will place his hands on his waist with the elbows kept wide, one foot back resting on the toes. He will then contract the lats as widely as possible & display a calf contraction by pressing downward on the toes
at the rear.
The judge will look for a good spread of the lats, but also for good muscle density & will again conclude with the head-to-toe survey.
6. Side triceps
The competitor will quarter turn to the side, again as instructed by the Chief Judge. He will stand with his left or right side towards the judges & will place both arms behind his back. He can either interlock his fingers or grasp the front arm by the wrist with his rear hand. The front leg nearest the judges will be bent at the knee & will rest
on the toes. The competitor will exert pressure against his front arm thereby causing the triceps muscle to contract. He will also raise the chest & contract the abdominals as well as the thighs & calves.
The judge will first survey the triceps display & conclude with the head-to-toe survey. In this pose as in the side chest pose, the judge will be able to survey the thighs & calves in profile, which will help him to grade their comparative development more accurately.
7. Abdominals & Thighs
Standing facing the judges, the competitor will place both arms behind the head and place one leg forward. He will then contract the abdominals by "crunching" the trunk slightly forward. At the same time, he will contract the thigh of the forward leg.
The judge will survey the abdominals & thighs, then conclude with the head-to-toe examination.
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