What are your thoughts about the muscle change in the NPC Bikini Division from 2009 to 2016? From the style of the bikini, to the amount of muscle preferred, the change has been drastic! Notice how Jessica has a much softer shape than Jenn in regards to shoulders, abs, quads, and overall definition. Their suits are also very different. Jessica is rocking a more beachwear type suit look and Jenn is obviously wearing a beautiful crystallized Angel Competition Bikini. While we think the suit on the Jenn is considerably better than Jessica's (are we biased?!? haha) we think both woman are absolutely beautiful!!

Keep reading to learn the judging criteria for the NPC Bikini Division. 2009 photo source: @theguerillachemist. 2016 photo source: NPC News Online.

Bikini competitors are judged on the following:

1. Balance and Shape

2. Overall physical package brought to the stage including skin tone, poise, complexion, and overall presentation. 

Karlee Garland is one of the most recent IFBB Bikini Pro winners. Click here to see her beautiful Angel Competition Bikini suit. Notice her exquisite shape, balance, and symmetry.

Thanks for reading, only time will tell what is in store for the evolution of the NPC Bikini Division. Keep up with the recent IFBB Bikini Pro Card winner Karlee @fit_karleej

Click photo below to download your Angel Suit Buying Guide.

References

1. NPC News Online. "Official NPC Bikini Rules." NPC News Online. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 Aug. 2016.