Men's Physique

[Eligibility to participate]

Amateur matches: Anyone can participate.

Novice competition: Only for beginners with no tournament experience or those who are not ranked in the top 3.

Junior Class: Limited to those aged 16-24.

Professional matches: WFF PRO license required.

*Currently, there are a large number of WFF PRO Physique athletes around the world, and the competition is very lively and high-level.

There are currently no Physique professionals in Japan, but we look forward to seeing a professional athlete obtain a license as soon as possible. Once a professional athlete becomes a professional, we hope that they will also be active as instructors at seminars and other events.

[Judging Criteria]

Emphasis is placed on well-developed upper body muscles, the presence or absence of body fat (separation, striations), and natural staging (posing) rather than excessive muscle expression (bodybuilding).

The proportions in the pose are (upper body 7: lower body 3), but it is also important to maintain a 5:5 muscle mass ratio for overall balance, and the outline of the legs visible through the shorts is also an important point.

Participants will be judged and placed in classes based on their height.

・176cm or less (short class)

・176cm or taller (tall class)

Muscle mass beyond Body Building is highly valued as an effort, but may not be evaluated.

[Dress Code]

Board shorts (surf shorts, competition wear that covers the knees, color and pattern are free)

*Please note when choosing your size: We recommend that you choose a size that shows your leg silhouette.

Barefoot and topless

[Examination method]

Free Posing

Within 40 seconds (may be shortened to 30 seconds depending on the number of participants)

Comparative Judging: Quarter Turn

Front, Side, Back, Front

Judging standards]

The development of muscles in the upper body (bulk), absence of body fat (separations and striations), as well as natural stage performance are emphasized.

Poses are judged according to the overall body shape and balance, as well as appropriate level of appealing presentations on muscle mass and the ability to maximize individuality. Refrain from excessive level of appealing presentations.

Short, Medium and Tall categories will be established, depending on the number of participants.

[Dress code]

・Board shorts (surf pants; Wear a competition outfit that covers above the knees; Colors and patterns are unrestricted)

・Barefoot and bare upper body

[Judging method]

Free posing

Up to 40 seconds (this may be reduced to 30 seconds, depending on the number of participants)

・Comparative judging: Front and back poses