2. Class Description

 

• Mixed Pairs is a unique class in that a male bodybuilder and female bodybuilder are partnered to compete as a pair. The pair should show all the requirements of individual bodybuilders while also showing complimentary muscular proportion, symmetry and balance of the two physiques.

• The pair must work together to complement each other, and compete as ‘one’ through the rounds of competition; Symmetry Round, Compulsory Poses, Posing Routine (to music)

• Stage Presentation is of utmost importance, with matched posing costumes and tanning. A good pair presentation can impress the Judges on their strength of being able to move, blend and work together as one unit.

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3. Class Requirements:

The wearing of jewelry is optional
The wearing of shoes is not permitted
Physique Class poses are to be executed with the hands closed (clenched)
There is one Mixed Pairs Class, that is, there are no dividing height classes
 

4. Rounds of Competition
 

Round 1:    - Symmetry (Female on the right side of the male)

                   - Compulsory Poses
Round 2:    - Mixed Pair Routine

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5. The poses for Mixed Pairs are as follows:

 

 

• Double Biceps from the front

• Lat Spread from the front

• Side Chest facing each other

• Side Tricep facing each other

• Rear Double Biceps with one leg displaying calf and leg bicep

• Rear Lat Spread with other leg displaying calf and leg bicep

• Side Chest standing back to back

• Side Tricep standing back to back

• Abdominal and Thigh Pose with arms placed behind the head

6. Judging:

Judging is by Ranking.
Symmetry and Compulsory Rounds count for 50% of your mark, Routines count for 50%
In the case of a tie, the higher score in Round 1 (Symmetry and Compulsories) will determine the final result.

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