Categories
ICN ‘Core’ Categories will be present at every ICN INDIA show. Core categories have PRO CARD eligiblity at select events. There will also be non-core categories, and these categories may be at select events or removed from select events based on popularity
Ms. Bikini Model
CORE CATEGORY
Female entry level division. Muscularity is on the smaller side, while carrying just enough body fat to avoid muscle separation. Nice toned body with NO visible 6 pack abs but still maintaining a flat and toned midsection.
A bikini competitor should deliver a combination of overall beauty and the physical appeal of a shapely toned body together with stage and self-confidence.
Ms. Sports Model
CORE CATEGORY
A good amount of muscular development including but not limited to, 6 pack abs capped shoulders and back definition and muscular legs. Good tone and condition showing muscle separation while being slightly less lean than a fitness competitor. Emphasis on full round muscles with excellent balance and symmetry.
Sports Models should present themselves as models. This includes the walk, stand, posing, self-confidence and overall beauty and presentation.
Ms. Fitness Model
CORE CATEGORY
Developed muscularity with emphasis on an overall balance of all muscle groups between upper and lower body. Less muscular than a figure competitor but lean and conditioned to show defined 6 pack abs and obliques, capped/rounded shoulders and back definition to be seen. Walk and poses like a Fitness model.
Ms. Figure
CORE CATEGORY
High levels of muscularity with the most degree of conditioning while still maintaining femininity. Capped/rounded shoulders, six pack abs, wide/defined back, leg muscle separation are required for this division.
Mens Fitness Model
CORE CATEGORY
Least muscular of the Men’s Categories with emphasis on moderate/developing muscle size with an overall balance between upper and lower body while maintaining an athletic appearance. Lean condition which shows 6 pack abs, developing shoulders and back definition to be seen however not as extreme in condition as Men’s Physique or Bodybuilding. V taper and posing is key.
Men’s Fitness Models should present themselves as well-groomed athletic models with a vibrant smile and energy onstage. This includes the standing/front position, posing, transitions, self-confidence and overall presentation.
Mens Physique
CORE CATEGORY
Well-developed and muscular upper body with emphasis on broad, round shoulders, small waist &excellent V-Taper. Men’s Physique is well groomed, polished in presentation and requires an almost equal amount of condition as Bodybuilding without the leg development.
Men’s Physique athletes should display effortless and polished overall look with posing, and smile.This includes the Front position, posing, transitions, self-confidence and overall presentation.
Mens Classic Physique
CORE CATEGORY
The Classic Physique category is a throwback to the ‘Golden Era” of Bodybuilding. It represents the epitome of health and fitness in art form. The Classic Physique is a picture of flawless symmetry, perfectly sculptured muscle groups that fight each other for dominance, creating a balanced and complete physique. Classic Physique has broad shoulders accompanied by a small waist, round balanced quads. It is less muscular than body building but equal in conditioning.
Mens Bodybuilding
CORE CATEGORY
The most muscular and extremely conditioned of all categories. Bodybuilding is the highest degree off development and refinement. Requiring large muscle groups, with extreme balance and symmetry top to bottom, side to side and front to back. Degree of conditioning should include good vascularity, separation and definition between muscle groups, and visible striations of the main muscle groups such as legs, glutes, chest back and shoulders.
Mens Muscle Model
The Muscle Model category is the muscular revival of the Mens Fitness model category. This category is based on developed muscle size with an overall balance between upper and lower body while maintaining an athletic model appearance. Lean condition which shows 6 pack abs, nicely developed upper and lower body and capped shoulders and back definition to be seen. V taper, style and posing is key. We look for marketability, and if we could see the model on a magazine cover! That's the look!
Mens Street Model
The Mens Street Model category is for athletes to show case their style, stage presence and physique in a fashion meets fitness manner. This category is based on the charisma and energy of athletes combined with x-factor. The judges look for developing muscle size and marketable athletic appearance. Lean condition which shows 6 pack abs, symmetrical upper body and back definition to be seen. V taper, style and posing is key. We look for marketability, so the look and feel is as if the athlete is posing for shots for a denim based brand/commercial.
Ms Street Model
The Ms Street Model category is for athletes to show case their style, stage presence and physique in a fashion meets fitness manner. This category is based on the charisma and energy of athletes combined with x-factor. The judges look for developing muscle size and marketable athletic appearance. Lean condition which shows toned abs and obliques but not extremely lean, symmetrical upper body and back definition to be seen. V taper, style and posing is key. We look for marketability, so the look and feel is as if the athlete is posing for shots for a denim based brand/commercial.
Ms Runway
The Ms Runway category is for athletes to show case their sense of fashion, fitness and glamour . This is the category for ladies who want to let their charisma, glamour and energy shine on the ICN INDIA Runway model stage. The judges look for balanced and developing muscle and marketability as a Runway Model. Not to muscular or too lean. Posing, presentation,choice of Dress and fitment are all taken into consideration for this category.
We look for marketability, so the look and feel is as if the athlete is walking and posing for shots for a ramp show, with beauty and glamour as the focus.
ICN ANGELS
The ICN ANGELS category is a chance for our ICN ladies to get some Bling, Feathers, Glitz and Glam up your Bikinis and add a Las Vegas/ Victoria’s Secret effect to your costume. The judges look for the best overall presentation on the day, taking poise, walk, personality, overall body condition and shape, and effort into account. This is designed as a ‘fun’ Category focusing on Colour and Entertainment as well combining fitness modelling with fashion modelling!
