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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the Self-Selecting Podcast, I deliver an in-depth reaction and analysis of the groundbreaking announcement from Tyler Manion regarding the new Fit Model Division in the NPC and IFBB. This episode offers a thoughtful perspective on the implications of the division, its impact on athletes, and the broader bodybuilding community. I share her personal insights, critiques the evolution of the bikini division, and how this new path could make bodybuilding more accessible to newcomers.
Timestamps:
- [00:00:00] - Introduction & Episode Overview.
- [00:00:29] - Breaking News: The Fit Model Division Announcement.
- [00:01:00] - Purpose of the Fit Model Division: Lowering Barriers for Entry.
- [00:02:10] - Barriers to Entry in Bikini: Muscularity, Conditioning, and Cost.
- [00:03:20] - Why This New Division is Needed: Athlete Stories & Struggles.
- [00:07:06] - Fit Model Division Criteria: Glutes, Hamstrings, and Shoulders.
- [00:08:51] - How the Bikini Division Shifted & Why It’s Hard to Enter Now.
- [00:14:51] - What Makes the Fit Model Division Unique: Athlete Safety & Health.
- [00:16:36] - Suit Requirements: No Bling, Moderate Coverage, and Simplicity.
- [00:23:01] - Changes to Front & Back Poses: Less Complexity, More Accessibility.
- [00:25:33] - Addressing Criticism: "Is This Just A Money Grab?"
- [00:33:20] - Posing Requirements & Simplification for Newcomers.
- [00:36:48] - Rollout Timeline for NPC & IFBB: Key Dates for 2025 and 2026.
- [00:37:35] - No Division Crossover Allowed: Why This Rule is Essential.
- [00:44:27] - Cory's Final Thoughts: Why This Division is a Game-Changer.
Links & Resources:
https://coryfit.com/
Coaching: Let's Chat
https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min
Consults: Book a Call
https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultation
For more content, follow along:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/
Patreon:
https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
Timestamps:
- [00:00:00] - Introduction & Episode Overview.
- [00:00:29] - Breaking News: The Fit Model Division Announcement.
- [00:01:00] - Purpose of the Fit Model Division: Lowering Barriers for Entry.
- [00:02:10] - Barriers to Entry in Bikini: Muscularity, Conditioning, and Cost.
- [00:03:20] - Why This New Division is Needed: Athlete Stories & Struggles.
- [00:07:06] - Fit Model Division Criteria: Glutes, Hamstrings, and Shoulders.
- [00:08:51] - How the Bikini Division Shifted & Why It’s Hard to Enter Now.
- [00:14:51] - What Makes the Fit Model Division Unique: Athlete Safety & Health.
- [00:16:36] - Suit Requirements: No Bling, Moderate Coverage, and Simplicity.
- [00:23:01] - Changes to Front & Back Poses: Less Complexity, More Accessibility.
- [00:25:33] - Addressing Criticism: "Is This Just A Money Grab?"
- [00:33:20] - Posing Requirements & Simplification for Newcomers.
- [00:36:48] - Rollout Timeline for NPC & IFBB: Key Dates for 2025 and 2026.
- [00:37:35] - No Division Crossover Allowed: Why This Rule is Essential.
- [00:44:27] - Cory's Final Thoughts: Why This Division is a Game-Changer.
Links & Resources:
https://coryfit.com/
Coaching: Let's Chat
https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15min
Consults: Book a Call
https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultation
For more content, follow along:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/
Patreon:
https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink
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