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The ANBF Wellness category is for females with an athletic physique wishing to showcase more body mass in the glutes, thighs, hips, and calves. This is the only asymmetrical category in the ANBF. Although the upper body will be developed, it will not match the level of development of the lower body.
Wellness competitors will be judged in two-piece suits and clear high heels. Suits may be of any color, pattern, and style. Straps should NOT be crisscrossed and hooked into the suit bottoms. Suits should be in good taste; no thongs/T-back bottoms will be permitted. ANBF promoters reserve the right to disqualify a competitor from competing in a specific show if their suit is deemed inappropriate. Jewelry and hair adornment will be allowed during all rounds of judging.


Division Overview
The ANBF Wellness Division is tailored for competitors who exhibit a moderate level of muscularity, more than that found in Bikini competitors but less than those in the Figure or Women’s Physique categories. Wellness competitors should present full and rounded shoulder caps without striations, well-developed quads and hamstrings that show athletic separation but not deep cuts or striations, and notably full, round, and firm glutes. These glutes should be more pronounced than those in the Bikini category, with a visible but subtle separation between the hamstrings and glutes, yet they should not reach the definition levels of Figure or Women’s Physique.
Wellness competitors are expected to display a healthy and fit muscle tone, with visible abdominal and leg definitions that suggest an athletic yet feminine physique. The overall presentation should avoid any appearance of being overly dieted, and competitors should not exhibit deeply drawn-in faces or an emaciated look. This division emphasizes a balanced physique that combines fitness with a slight increase in lower body muscle size, creating a distinct but natural and aesthetically pleasing body shape.
Judging Criteria
- Muscularity: Wellness competitors showcase moderate muscularity with fuller shoulders and legs than Bikini but less than Figure, without striations. Their glutes are prominent but less defined than in Figure, emphasizing a balanced, athletic physique with slight muscle separation.
- Conditioning: Wellness competitors should have a healthy, fit muscle tone with clearly defined abs, quads, and hamstrings, and full, round glutes that smoothly connect to the hamstrings. They should avoid deep cuts, visible striations, or an overly lean appearance, as well as any signs of emaciation or excessively drawn-in facial features
- Symmetry and Proportion: Judges prioritize symmetry and proportion, seeking a balanced development between upper and lower body, highlighted by a defined waist to create a clear X-frame silhouette. The physique should be evenly developed, contributing to a proportionate overall appearance.
- Stage Presence: Presentation is critical. Competitors are judged on their confidence, poise, and the ability to present themselves in a way that highlights their best features.
- Posing and Walk: The ability to pose and walk in a manner that is both graceful and flattering to the physique is essential. Competitors should be able to transition smoothly between poses and convey their personality on stage.
- Competition Attire and Aesthetics: The suit should be well-fitting and flattering. It’s important to choose a color and style that complements your skin tone and physique.
- Makeup and Hair: Professional, stage-appropriate makeup and hair are important. These should enhance your natural features without overpowering your overall look.
- Tanning: A smooth, even competition tan is crucial to highlight muscle definition and stage presence.
Group Comparisons
After the individual presentation for each competitor are complete, the class is brought to front center stage and is guided through quarter turns to display physiques from the front, left, back, and right. Quarter turn transitions should be fluid with no stiff, jerky, military-style, or overly suggestive movements.
Front Pose
- Both feet must remain aligned on the designated stage line, pointed forward, with no staggered stance.
- Competitors face the front, placing one hand on their hip while the other arm hangs relaxed; the same side leg may be slightly extended to the side.
- Bending of the free-hanging arm at the elbow and wrist (teacup pose) is not permitted.
- The hip can be slightly twisted to the side for added posture dynamics.
Side Poses
- Competitors should stand slightly turned towards the judges, with both feet pointing towards the side of the stage they are facing.
- The right hand should be placed on the hip, while the left arm hangs relaxed at the side.
- The right leg should be bent at the knee, creating a pose similar to a twisted Bikini side pose.
- Bending of the free-hanging left arm at the elbow and wrist (teacup pose) is not permitted.
Back Pose
- Both feet must remain aligned on the designated line on the stage, ensuring no staggered stance.
- Competitors should arch their lower backs and push their glutes back.
- Bending of the free-hanging arm at the elbow and wrist (teacup pose), as often seen in Bikini competitors, is not permitted.
Individual Presentations
The presentation portion will immediately follow group comparisons for the class. After a class files off, the first person in the class will return to the stage to perform their individual stage walk. The stage walk will consist of the following: walk to center stage and perform two poses of the competitor’s choice, then proceed to the same side of the stage they entered from and display two poses of their choice, then proceed to the opposite side of the stage where they will perform two poses of their choice. To complete the walk, the competitor will return to center stage and perform a final pose and wave/curtsy before exiting the stage.
Individual presentations should be done tastefully and be conducive to a family atmosphere.

Competition Attire
- Two-piece bikini competition suit
- The fabric may be a multi-colored fabric of choice in solid print.
- Studs, rhinestones, beads are allowed on the bikini competition posing suits including the on the fabric, connectors, straps and hip connectors
- Jewelry is encouraged but not required.

Competition Heels
- 5 inch heels required
- Platforms no higher than 1″ (widest part)
- Straps or strapless allowed