MALE FITNESS
Athletes in this division have the option to participate in physique.
A lean, fit, and athletic appearance with a visible six-pack and defined muscle in the shoulders, arms, and legs.
Light striations are acceptable but should not match the extreme conditioning of Bodybuilding.
A V-tapered physique with broad shoulders, a well-developed back and arms, and a narrow waist.
Balanced leg development, slightly less emphasized than in Physique divisions. The judges are looking for the more fuller muscular physique with proportion and symmetry.
Competition Format – 3 Rounds
1. T-Walk
Competitors perform an individual T-walk with a maximum of three poses at each point.
2. Symmetry Round
Competitors perform half turns to demonstrate balance and proportions.
- Poses include front relaxed and rear relaxed stances.
3. Muscularity Round
Competitors perform the following mandatory poses:
- Side Chest
- One arm bicep (front)
- Back double bicep
- Abs & Thighs
Divisions
- Beginner – For first-time competitors or those competing in their first competitive season. Athletes who have competed in other federations are still eligible to enter the Beginner Division but may only do so for one competitive season.
- Novice – Open to athletes that haven’t won this division and the open division.
- Under 25, Over 25, Over 35 & OPEN
Attire Requirement: All athletes must purchase and wear the official ANB Male Fitness Model attire. All attire will be given to you at registration.
A lean, fit, and athletic appearance with a visible six-pack and defined muscle in the shoulders, arms, and legs.
Light striations are acceptable but should not match the extreme conditioning of Bodybuilding.
A V-tapered physique with broad shoulders, a well-developed back and arms, and a narrow waist.
Balanced leg development, slightly less emphasized than in Physique divisions. The judges are looking for the more fuller muscular physique with proportion and symmetry.
Competition Format – 3 Rounds
1. T-Walk
Competitors perform an individual T-walk with a maximum of three poses at each point.
2. Symmetry Round
Competitors perform half turns to demonstrate balance and proportions.
- Poses include front relaxed and rear relaxed stances.
3. Muscularity Round
Competitors perform the following mandatory poses:
- Side Chest
- One arm bicep (front)
- Back double bicep
- Abs & Thighs
Divisions
- Beginner – For first-time competitors or those competing in their first competitive season. Athletes who have competed in other federations are still eligible to enter the Beginner Division but may only do so for one competitive season.
- Novice – Open to athletes that haven’t won this division and the open division.
- Under 25, Over 25, Over 35 & OPEN
Attire Requirement: All athletes must purchase and wear the official ANB Male Fitness Model attire. All attire will be given to you at registration.
MALE PHYSIQUE
(Athletes in this division have the option to participate in Classic)
Competition Format – 3 Rounds
Round 1: Individual T-Walk
Competitors perform an individual T-Walk with a maximum of three poses.
Round 2: Symmetry Round (Half-Turn Comparisons)
Competitors are judged on symmetry and balance through half-turns, including:
- Front Relaxed Pose
- Rear Relaxed Pose
Round 3: Muscularity Round (Compulsory Poses)
- Side Chest
- Side Triceps
- Front Double Biceps
- Rear Double Biceps
- Front Abdominal & Thigh
Judging Criteria
- Muscularity – Full, well-developed muscles with clear separation.
- Symmetry – Balanced proportions between the upper and lower body.
- Conditioning – Lean physique with hard visible abs and muscle definition.
- Stage Presence – Confident presentation and polished posing.
- Physique Balance – Broad shoulders, developed chest, back, and arms with a narrow waist (classic V-taper).
Leg development should be balanced but less emphasized than in Bodybuilding while still somewhat filling out the board shorts.
Judges favour a fuller, rounded muscular physique over an excessively lean or striated appearance.
Divisions
- Beginner – For first-time competitors or those competing in their first competitive season. Athletes who have competed in other federations are still eligible to enter the Beginner Division but may only do so for one competitive season.
- Novice – Open to athletes that haven’t won this division and the open division.
- Under 25, Over 25, Over 35 & OPEN
Attire Requirement: All athletes must purchase and wear the official ANB Male Physique Model attire. All attire will be given to you at registration.
Competition Format – 3 Rounds
Round 1: Individual T-Walk
Competitors perform an individual T-Walk with a maximum of three poses.
Round 2: Symmetry Round (Half-Turn Comparisons)
Competitors are judged on symmetry and balance through half-turns, including:
- Front Relaxed Pose
- Rear Relaxed Pose
Round 3: Muscularity Round (Compulsory Poses)
- Side Chest
- Side Triceps
- Front Double Biceps
- Rear Double Biceps
- Front Abdominal & Thigh
Judging Criteria
- Muscularity – Full, well-developed muscles with clear separation.
- Symmetry – Balanced proportions between the upper and lower body.
- Conditioning – Lean physique with hard visible abs and muscle definition.
- Stage Presence – Confident presentation and polished posing.
- Physique Balance – Broad shoulders, developed chest, back, and arms with a narrow waist (classic V-taper).
Leg development should be balanced but less emphasized than in Bodybuilding while still somewhat filling out the board shorts.
Judges favour a fuller, rounded muscular physique over an excessively lean or striated appearance.
Divisions
- Beginner – For first-time competitors or those competing in their first competitive season. Athletes who have competed in other federations are still eligible to enter the Beginner Division but may only do so for one competitive season.
- Novice – Open to athletes that haven’t won this division and the open division.
- Under 25, Over 25, Over 35 & OPEN
Attire Requirement: All athletes must purchase and wear the official ANB Male Physique Model attire. All attire will be given to you at registration.
CLASSIC PHYSIQUE
(This division is open to Physique and Bodybuilding)
- 60/90 second Posing routine (optional)
This division prioritises proportions, symmetry, conditioning, and classic muscle shape over extreme mass or striations.
Competitors will be judged on their ability to present a classic, proportioned, and aesthetically pleasing physique, reminiscent of the golden era of bodybuilding. Judges will be looking for:
- A well-developed V-taper, broad shoulders, a narrow waist
- Balanced muscle separation
- A full yet conditioned physique without excessive striations
Competition Format – 2 Rounds
Round 1: Quarter Turn Comparisons (Symmetry Round)
Quarter Turns:
- Front Relaxed Pose
- Quarter Turn Right (Side Pose)
- Quarter Turn Back (Rear Pose)
- Quarter Turn Left (Side Pose)
- Returning to Front Pose
Round 2: Muscularity Round (Compulsory Poses)
Athletes will showcase their muscular development and classic lines through the following five compulsory poses:
- Front Double Biceps – Highlighting arm size, shoulder width, and taper to the waist.
- Side Chest – Displaying pectoral development, arm thickness, and overall upper-body mass.
- Side Triceps – Demonstrating arm detail, obliques, and side leg conditioning.
- Rear Double Biceps – Emphasizing back width, arm development, and hamstring/glute separation.
- Abdominals & Thighs – Showcasing core conditioning, quad separation, and balance
Judging Criteria
- Muscularity & Shape – A full, round, and proportioned physique with well-developed muscle bellies.
- Symmetry & Proportions – Balance between upper and lower body, with no dominant or lagging muscle groups.
- Conditioning – Lean and defined, with clear muscle separation but not excessively striated like Bodybuilding.
- Classic Lines & V-Taper – Broad shoulders, narrow waist, and a shape that fits the classic physique ideal.
Divisions & Classes
- Short Class: 173cm & under
- Tall Class: 173.1cm & above
- Beginner, Novice & Open
Attire Requirement: All athletes must purchase and wear the official ANB Classic Physique Model attire. All attire will be given to you at registration.
- 60/90 second Posing routine (optional)
This division prioritises proportions, symmetry, conditioning, and classic muscle shape over extreme mass or striations.
Competitors will be judged on their ability to present a classic, proportioned, and aesthetically pleasing physique, reminiscent of the golden era of bodybuilding. Judges will be looking for:
- A well-developed V-taper, broad shoulders, a narrow waist
- Balanced muscle separation
- A full yet conditioned physique without excessive striations
Competition Format – 2 Rounds
Round 1: Quarter Turn Comparisons (Symmetry Round)
Quarter Turns:
- Front Relaxed Pose
- Quarter Turn Right (Side Pose)
- Quarter Turn Back (Rear Pose)
- Quarter Turn Left (Side Pose)
- Returning to Front Pose
Round 2: Muscularity Round (Compulsory Poses)
Athletes will showcase their muscular development and classic lines through the following five compulsory poses:
- Front Double Biceps – Highlighting arm size, shoulder width, and taper to the waist.
- Side Chest – Displaying pectoral development, arm thickness, and overall upper-body mass.
- Side Triceps – Demonstrating arm detail, obliques, and side leg conditioning.
- Rear Double Biceps – Emphasizing back width, arm development, and hamstring/glute separation.
- Abdominals & Thighs – Showcasing core conditioning, quad separation, and balance
Judging Criteria
- Muscularity & Shape – A full, round, and proportioned physique with well-developed muscle bellies.
- Symmetry & Proportions – Balance between upper and lower body, with no dominant or lagging muscle groups.
- Conditioning – Lean and defined, with clear muscle separation but not excessively striated like Bodybuilding.
- Classic Lines & V-Taper – Broad shoulders, narrow waist, and a shape that fits the classic physique ideal.
Divisions & Classes
- Short Class: 173cm & under
- Tall Class: 173.1cm & above
- Beginner, Novice & Open
Attire Requirement: All athletes must purchase and wear the official ANB Classic Physique Model attire. All attire will be given to you at registration.
BODYBUILDING
Athletes in the Bodybuilding division have the option to participate in Classic
Judged on muscularity, condition, symmetry, shape and presentation. Competitors should have the most muscularity of all divisions while still maintaining a natural look. Condition should show a full six pack, separation in shoulders, arms quads, hamstrings, glutes, with cross striations where achievable.
Physique should be balanced all over with chest, shoulder, arm and back (upper body) development matching glute, quad, hamstring & calf development (lower body), left side matching right side and front development matching back development.
- Symmetry Round consisting of 4 x quarter turns
- Compulsory poses: Front Double Bicep Front Lateral Spread Side Chest (preferred side) Side Tricep (preferred side) Rear Double Biceps (spiked calf) Rear Lateral Spread Abdominal and Thigh
- Optional Posing Routine: athletes to provides 60/90 second music track in mp3 and provided on a usb stick can also be emailed to the DJ of your event
Divisions*
- Junior Under 25
- Novice
- Masters 40+
- Ultra Masters 50+
- U65kg, U70kg, U80kg, U90kg, O90kg
- Bodybuilding Overall
Judged on muscularity, condition, symmetry, shape and presentation. Competitors should have the most muscularity of all divisions while still maintaining a natural look. Condition should show a full six pack, separation in shoulders, arms quads, hamstrings, glutes, with cross striations where achievable.
Physique should be balanced all over with chest, shoulder, arm and back (upper body) development matching glute, quad, hamstring & calf development (lower body), left side matching right side and front development matching back development.
- Symmetry Round consisting of 4 x quarter turns
- Compulsory poses: Front Double Bicep Front Lateral Spread Side Chest (preferred side) Side Tricep (preferred side) Rear Double Biceps (spiked calf) Rear Lateral Spread Abdominal and Thigh.
- Compulsory poses: Front Double Bicep Front Lateral Spread Side Chest (preferred side) Side Tricep (preferred side) Rear Double Biceps (spiked calf) Rear Lateral Spread Abdominal and Thigh
- Optional Posing Routine: athletes to provides 60/90 second music track in mp3 and provided on a usb stick can also be emailed to the DJ of your event
Divisions*
- Junior Under 25
- Novice
- Masters 40+
- Ultra Masters 50+
- U65kg, U70kg, U80kg, U90kg, O90kg
- Bodybuilding Overall
