E. 91 Bikini vs Wellness vs Figure: Which Division is Right For You?

E. 91 Bikini vs Wellness vs Figure: Which Division is Right For You?

Self-Selecting · 2025-06-23
41:55

In this episode, I dive into a comprehensive comparison of the Bikini, Wellness, and Figure divisions, breaking down exactly what makes each category unique. Whether you’re deciding which division to pursue or reevaluating your current path, this episode will help you understand the judging criteria, common misconceptions, and how to assess your own physique realistically.

Timestamps:

- [00:00 – 02:47] – Intro and setting the stage for division breakdowns

- [02:47 – 05:27] – Bikini: what the judges look for

- [05:27 – 06:48] – Breaking down Wellness structure and shape

- [06:48 – 08:02] – Bikini athletes transitioning to Wellness too soon

- [08:02 – 08:41] – What separates Figure from the rest

- [08:41 – 14:45] – How conditioning varies for each division

- [14:45 – 17:05] – Bikini vs. Wellness: criteria vs. competition realities

- [17:05 – 21:24] – Sacrificing waistlines in pursuit of glutes

- [21:24 – 25:24] – Bikini balance myth and quad vs. glute development

- [25:24 – 28:41] – Comparing muscle mass across Bikini, Wellness, and Figure

- [28:41 – 30:39] – Knowing your ceiling in Figure before transitioning

- [30:39 – 34:00] – How to assess if you’re ready for another division

- [34:00 – 37:00] – Are you actually ready for Wellness or just carrying more fat?

- [37:00 – 39:46] – Embracing discomfort in Wellness and Figure

- [39:46 – 41:52] – The discipline needed to maintain division-level conditioning

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