Fitness STAR Model Search - Competition Categories

Athletic Fitness Model  (Female and Male)

The Athletic Fitness Model division is meant to showcase models who are fit, toned and lean. Successful models will have visible muscle separation and a healthy body fat to lean muscle ratio. Models should have good symmetry, proportions and display ample confidence and personality in a tasteful fashion. An attainable/maintainable look is desired for mainstream fitness modeling. Attention to personal grooming will play an important role in being successful in this division.

• 2 rounds of competition (Swim Wear worth 70% of score / Sports Wear 30% of score)

• Swim Wear round has quarter turns (Sports Wear does not. Only runway walk.)

• Toned, lean and fit musculature.

• Body fat levels should be reasonable, neither too excessive nor too minimal.

• Muscle separation and visible ab development is suggested for this category, however physique should not display excessive vascularity, dryness, striation or mass.

• Marketability would be for mediums such as Oxygen, REPS, Status, Fitness RX for Men, Men's Health, Women's Health, Men's Workout, Shape, Fitness (Mind/Body/Spirit), Self, Sweat Equity, Inside Fitness, Fitness STAR Magazine etc.

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Muscular Fitness Model  (Male ONLY)

The Muscular Fitness Model category is meant to showcase a model who is more muscled than the Athletic Fitness Model, although still not as striated as a bodybuilder. Visible fullness and separation between muscle groups are rewarded. Although these models will show significantly more muscle mass than the Athletic Fitness Model, they should keep in mind that a natural look is necessary to be successful in mainstream fitness modeling so you don't need to be as ripped of dry as a bodybuilder.  The Muscular Fitness Model must have good symmetry, proportions and display ample confidence with personality in a tasteful fashion.

• 2 rounds of competition (Swim Wear worth 70% of score / Sports Wear 30% of score)

• Swim Wear round has quarter turns (Sports Wear does not. Only runway walk.)

• Should display a muscular, defined, tight physique.

• Body fat should be minimal with visible striations.

• Visible ab development is expected in this Category.

• Great for NATURAL bodybuilders & figure competitors that want to do Fitness Modeling.

• Typically have larger backs, legs, arms and shoulders that Athletic Fitness Models.

• Marketability would be for mediums such as Muscle and Fitness, Status, REPS, Fitness RX for Men, Men's Health, Men's Workout, Inside Fitness, Natural Bodybuilding and Fitness, Fitness STAR Magazine etc.

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Masters Fitness Model (40+ Female and Male)

The Masters Fitness Model category will follow the same guidelines and criteria as the Athletic Fitness Model division. 

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Bikini Model (Female ONLY)

The Bikini Model division is meant to showcase healthy models who are fit and toned but not as lean as the Athletic Fitness Models.  Striations within individual muscles should not be visible due to the fact that the body fat percentage may be slightly higher for that natural look.  Models should be proportionate, fit, confident and have great stage presence.

• 2 rounds of competition (Swim Wear worth 70% of score / Sports Wear 30% of score)

• Swim Wear round has half turns (Sports Wear does not. Only runway walk.)

• Do not need to be muscular or extremely defined for this category although should still be fit and in great shape with a tight, toned physique.

• Mid section should be lean, however visible ab development is not necessary.

• Typical beach body type.

• Competitors should appear in a relaxed stance, stay tight and maintain good posture, however they should not appear as they are flexing or posing excessively.

• Marketability would be for mediums such as Maxim, UMM, Shape, Self, Sports
Illustrated Swimsuit Edition, Sweat Equity, American Curves, Victoria Secrets, Fitness STAR Magazine etc.

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Glamour Model (Female ONLY)

The Glamour Model division is meant to showcase healthy models in a glamorous and FUN way.  The judging for this category will be based on marketability, stage presence and WOW factor! Whether you are an Athletic Fitness Model, Bikini Model or Runway Model for that matter, you can participate in this category. Because of this very different standard, anyone competing in another category can also compete in Glamour Model. Athletic Fitness Model and Bikini Model are two completely different looks and should be judged as so but Glamour Model is open to any woman that wants to try something a little different, more glamorous and incredibly FUN!  It can be a sole primary category if Athletic Fitness Model or Bikini Model isn’t of interest or as an optional second category to either. Models should be proportionate, fit, confident and have great stage presence.

• 2 rounds of competition (Lingerie worth 70% of score / Evening Gown worth 30% of score)

• Lingerie round has half turns similar to Bikini Model (Glamour Lingerie does not. Only runway walk.)

• Do not need to be muscular or extremely defined for this category although should still be fit and in great shape.

• Body type can be Athletic Fitness Model, Bikini Model or Runway model as the focus is NOT on the body.  Judging based on based on marketability, stage presence and WOW factor!

• Competitors should appear in a relaxed stance, stay tight and maintain good posture, however they should not appear as they are flexing or posing excessively.

• Marketability would be for mediums such as Maxim, UMM, Shape, Self, Sports
Illustrated Swimsuit Edition, Sweat Equity, American Curves, Victoria Secrets, Fitness STAR Magazine etc.

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Stage Tips for ALL Categories:

• Body should be well proportioned for your category, balanced and symmetrical (ex: front vs. back, upper body vs. lower body, left side vs. right side).

• Have a healthy vibrant look showing self-confidence and excellent posture.

• Show off your individuality, charisma, style and personal flair.

• Pay attention to detail including hair, nails, jewellery, posing suits, heels, blemishes etc.

• Tattoos are allowed and if you have them wear them proudly.

• Skin tone should be smooth, tight and healthy in appearance.

• A tanned appearance is beneficial under the bright wash lighting.  This can be achieved via sun beds, natural sunlight, spray tanning and/or Protan/Dream Tan.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Competition colour paste/clay/spread is forbidden due to it's wetness and makes the skin appear too dark. We do NOT seek bodybuilder dark for any of our categories. Competitors will be disqualified for using this product due to the damage it does to the venues.

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If you have any questions, feedback and/or concerns, please contact us any time at info@fitnessstar.com. 

We will gladly support you however we can to ensure you have a pleasant and memorable experience with Fitness STAR International!  Looking forward to seeing YOU rock the Fitness STAR runway and potentially in the Fitness STAR Magazine (http://FitnessSTARMagazine.com)!

It's TIME for YOU to SHINE!!!

Healthy regards,
TEAM FSI