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symmetry
SIM-uh-tree · noun · informal
Balanced, proportional muscle development.
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The balance and proportion between muscle groups and left-right sides of the body, heavily judged in bodybuilding.
“Great symmetry — nothing overpowers the rest of his physique.”
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symmetry In A Sentence
Great symmetry — nothing overpowers the rest of his physique.
Origin & Usage
Bodybuilding-judging criterion for a balanced physique.
People Also Ask
What does symmetry mean in bodybuilding?
It's the balance and proportion of a physique — muscle groups and left-right sides developed evenly so nothing looks out of place.
Why is symmetry important on stage?
Judges reward a balanced look; a lagging body part or a left-right imbalance can cost placings even on an otherwise big, lean physique.
How do you improve symmetry?
Prioritize weak or lagging muscle groups in your programming and train both sides evenly, sometimes with unilateral (single-limb) work.
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