NPC Men's Physique Division

[HoosierHardGain]

Not making this one up, folks:

http://www.npcnewsonline.com/news_2010BOGnotes.cfm


Not really sure what to make of this.

[chodan9]

hm

looks like the male equivalent of the bikini division.

honestly though that is a "look" that is more coveted by most people who aren't bodybuilders.
I can imagine it will help gain more participation and notice from the public at large

[HoosierHardGain]

hm

looks like the male equivalent of the bikini division.

honestly though that is a "look" that is more coveted by most people who aren't bodybuilders.
I can imagine it will help gain more participation and notice from the public at large

Probably. It'll be interesting to see how they try and distinguish it from bodybuilding or how many guys become interested in it.

[2nd_chance]

Not making this one up, folks:

http://www.npcnewsonline.com/news_2010BOGnotes.cfm


Not really sure what to make of this.

extreme muscularity should be marked down.

facepalm.jpg

[WonderPug]

...
I can imagine it will help gain more participation and notice from the public at large

Exactly. It's a mainstreaming tool and in that regard it's probably a good thing.

For better or worse, the general public has a pejorative view of bodybuilding and traditional bodybuilding competitions reinforce this. Perhaps this is a good gateway to greater interest in the sport.

[Old_swole]

I'm sure we'll be seeing lots of "jazz hands" in that comp.

[HoosierHardGain]

I'm sure we'll be seeing lots of "jazz hands" in that comp.

I honestly have no idea.

And they pose in walking shorts, so it looks more like a men's fashion model contest. I hope I'm wrong.

[Guff]

So this is a class for bodybuilders that can't keep up with bodybuilders?

[erinlee01]

So this is a class for bodybuilders that can't keep up with bodybuilders?

Exactly. It's another example of how we are starting to accept mediocrity in society. Can't get your **** together long enough to train and diet properly? OK, we'll lower the bar for you.

[HoosierHardGain]

So this is a class for bodybuilders that can't keep up with bodybuilders?

Or don't want to keep up, who don't want to be quite as massive. Not saying it's good or bad, just saying that is what they seem to be aiming for...basically the men's equivalent to bikini.

[ironwill2008]

Not making this one up, folks:

http://www.npcnewsonline.com/news_2010BOGnotes.cfm


Not really sure what to make of this.

I'll assume the NPC will provide a guide on how to train and eat to be less than the best you can be.

Geez; gimme a break.

[bustasinclair]

Or don't want to keep up, who don't want to be quite as massive. Not saying it's good or bad, just saying that is what they seem to be aiming for...basically the men's equivalent to bikini.

Yeah, I'm still trying to remain unbiased about this, but the more I think about it, the more disgusted I become. I want to accept it, and feel like I should, but can't.....

One thing is for sure--if it increases the interest/attendance in a Bodybuilding show then I'm all for it!!!

[KnowstheSky]

Well here in Indiana I have seen the number of men bodybuilders decreasing at NPC shows, virtually NO women's BBers, and the majority of contestants are in women's figure. This is a response to male "model" divisions at MuscleMania and some natural organizations. Seems like the NPC wants to attract the natural guys, because I have seen natural bodybuilding shows growing impressively (at least in this area).

So the NPC is trying to attract more competitors to keep their shows in the black-- probably under pressure from their local show promoters.

This seems goofy, but remember bodybuilding used to be relegated to an afterthought following powerlifting events (the chalky feet effect mentioned in the Pumping Iron book).

So times change, and money talks!

[Guff]

Maybe it says something about the times we live in.

After all, this dude is going to be the next Conan for 2011.



What happened to using a BB'er for Conan?

[ironwill2008]

Maybe it says something about the times we live in.

After all, this dude is going to be the next Conan for 2011.



What happened to using a BB'er for Conan?

lol.


Don't know what else to post.

[HoosierHardGain]

Maybe it says something about the times we live in.

After all, this dude is going to be the next Conan for 2011.

Seriously????? Say it ain't so

[mharrislove]

Not making this one up, folks:

http://www.npcnewsonline.com/news_2010BOGnotes.cfm


Not really sure what to make of this.

[Mr. Someday]

Words simply escape me right now........

[Karl_Hungus]

Maybe it says something about the times we live in.

After all, this dude is going to be the next Conan for 2011.

Please tell me this is a joke...

[Guff]

Not a joke

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0816462/

[kimm4]

Yup, they have the female division too. I'm too big for figure and if I want to do well in this division, I have to go in smaller then a lightweight female bb and soft. No more ripped. The plan is to phase out FBB.

They are continuing to lower the bar and rush people to the stage. It's all about the $$.

Looks like retirement for me because now I have no where to go...

[flat6nut]

This has nothing to do with bodybuilding.They will deduct points for muscle development. Seriously...if you are a male and enter one of these...give up your man card.

[OutOfStep]

Lmao. Board shorts for all the pussies who don't have what it takes to do a proper leg workout.

[Brackneyc]

As soon as they have a class for 18% BF and a winning smile, I get a trophy. Extreme leanness will be a reduction in points.

Muffin tops unite.

[billb7581]

Lmao. Board shorts for all the pussies who don't have what it takes to do a proper leg workout.

because parading around in bananna hammocks, with Right Said Fred bumping in the background, is much more manly

[Bando]

Exactly. It's another example of how we are starting to accept mediocrity in society. Can't get your **** together long enough to train and diet properly? OK, we'll lower the bar for you.

I dunno that these physiques are mediocre.



I don't understand being required to hide the quads, that's just weird.

[Brackneyc]

I dunno that these physiques are mediocre.



I don't understand being required to hide the quads, that's just weird.

IMO, those guys would ALL be docked points for being too muscular, according to the rules.

[rpaul11]

I honestly have no idea.

And they pose in walking shorts, so it looks more like a men's fashion model contest. I hope I'm wrong.

thats exactly what it is gonna be.

[OutOfStep]

because parading around in bananna hammocks, with Right Said Fred bumping in the background, is much more manly

Like you'd know anything about being a man.

[KnowstheSky]

If the guys they paraded out on the Olympia stage are supposed to be representative of the new category, then the NPC is just promoting crossovers-- take a pair of board shorts along with your posers and backstage flip flops. It's only $35 more to go out with one hand in pocket, and who's getting jerked? Another way to help show promoters stay in the black.