Competition Prep Library
Start here if you’re a first-time Bikini, Wellness, or Figure competitor.
Choose a topic below to get step-by-step answers.
Start Here: First-Time Competitors
New competitor? Learn divisions, costs, timelines, and what to expect on competition day.
How to Choose Your Competition Suit
How to choose suit color, style, cut, connectors and crystal coverage for your division.
Heels, Jewelry & Stage Accessories
What heels are allowed? What jewelry looks best on stage? Get rules, styling tips, and shop recommended accessories.
Stage Presence & Posing Tips: What Judges Look For
Walk, posing, confidence, and presentation — learn what judges are actually looking for and how to stand out.
Show Day & Travel Prep
Packing checklists, backstage must-haves, tan care, suit protection, and how to travel with your competition suit.
NPC & IFBB Rules, Schedules and Deadlines
Show schedules, division rules, suit regulations, and when to order your suit for upcoming NPC and IFBB shows.
Blog
Competition Bikini Bottom Back Width—How do I choose?
When it comes to choosing your competition suit bottoms, the MOST important thing to do first is to check the rules and regulations of your show. Each of our back...
Organization Rules & Regulations
Once you decide to compete and begin doing your homework, you will soon realize that there are numerous organizations and each have their own set of rules. BodyBuilding.com has put...
Training for Figure & Bikini Competitions
If you're new to the world of figure and bikini competitions and you're just mapping out your training plan, you may be unsure of which one you'll be better suited...
