Competitive bodybuilding

Competitive bodybuilding is a sport in which athletes attempt to develop and maintain the perfect muscular body.  As bodybuilding competitors show off their physique and perform with a number of poses, they are judged by a qualified panel of experts who will render the final decision as to the winner.

When it comes to bodybuilding, the appearance of a competitors physique is much more important than how much he/she can lift.  The sport of bodybuilding, therefore, should not be confused with or compared to a competition of strength.  Instead, it is one of visual appeal.  Bodybuilding is open to both men and women with specialized categories for each.