It's not just about having a sculpted body... you need to know how to pose for the highest marks! There are some basic posing strategies that all competing bodybuilders must know.

Round One: The Seven Compulsory Poses.

In nearly every bodybuilding competition, there are "rounds" of posing routines. The first round is generally composed of the seven compulsory poses. Any of these standard competition poses are probably ones you have practiced in the mirror. The keys to good posing lie in endless practice! Get a technique down for each pose which makes you look your best and fully portrays your physique. The Seven Round One Poses:

Front Double Biceps
Front Lat Spread
Side Chest
Back Double Biceps
Back Lat Spread
Side Triceps
Front Abdominal-Thigh Isolation

Round Two: Relaxed Poses.

The main point of this round is to stand flexed as much as you can get away with, while still maintaining a relaxed look on your face. You are required to display the muscularity in your body from the front, left sided, back, and right side.

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Round Three: Free-Posing.

Round three is where you will present your unique routine set to music. It gives you a chance to let your strong points really shine, while hiding any weaker areas.

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The Posedown (The Top 5).

This is it! It's you versus 5 others duking it out in the battle for all the marbles. Quite energetic an animated, the posedown is truly the piece de resistance of any bodybuilding competition.

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Contest Grooming: Tips and Tricks.

If you are wondering what color of shorts will best compliment your skin tone and hair, we have the answer! Insider's tips on hair styling, shaving down, skin color, what not to forget and more.

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Better Posing Picture Gallery.

A huge bodybuilder posing picture gallery organized nicely so you can find out how to do each and every pose! Click the thumbnails to enlarge.

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