13 min
Episode 15 - Why It's Wrong To Joke About Men's Physique & Other "Smaller" Divisions Hardcore Truth With Johnnie O. Jackson
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- Fitness
Professional bodybuilding is far different today than it was decades past. This is most noticeable in the number of divisions that exist today. At one point, there was only Men's and Women's bodybuilding. Now we have over 10 divisions ranging from smaller physique sizes like Bikini and Men's Physique through to larger sizes such as Classic Physique and Men's Open.
New divisions bring in new perceptions which invite fans and athletes alike to compare physiques across divisions. Men's Physique in particular is often the brunt of jokes due to their board shorts and smaller size. In our latest Hardcore Truth, Johnnie O. Jackson goes into detail on why this sort of "competition" between divisions is damaging for the sport. And dismissive jokes against other divisions should not take place - particularly by pro bodybuilders.
Professional bodybuilding is far different today than it was decades past. This is most noticeable in the number of divisions that exist today. At one point, there was only Men's and Women's bodybuilding. Now we have over 10 divisions ranging from smaller physique sizes like Bikini and Men's Physique through to larger sizes such as Classic Physique and Men's Open.
New divisions bring in new perceptions which invite fans and athletes alike to compare physiques across divisions. Men's Physique in particular is often the brunt of jokes due to their board shorts and smaller size. In our latest Hardcore Truth, Johnnie O. Jackson goes into detail on why this sort of "competition" between divisions is damaging for the sport. And dismissive jokes against other divisions should not take place - particularly by pro bodybuilders.
13 min