In the early 1980s, the fitness craze was born and with it, the popularity of aerobics where women found the exercises helpful to firm and tone their bodies, but some women wanted to take this several steps further. For this ETV Classic, we meet three women bodybuilders and follow them at the annual competition in Myrtle Beach.
We meet with their personal trainers and family members who support them in their efforts. Along with a driving determination, the contestants require discipline to maintain changes in life style to help get their bodies ready for the competition. In addition to long hours of weight training, the contestants adhere to a strict diet, along with supplements which can be very expensive. For the competition, the body builders learn how to pose for the judges and create a choreographic set of required movements to music of their choice. Selection of the posing costume is important as well as obtaining a dark tan to better show the definition of the muscle and veins that the judges will be looking for.
Side Notes
- Aerobics - is a form of physical exercise that combines rhythmic aerobic exercise with stretching and strength training routines with the goal of improving all elements of fitness (flexibility, muscular strength, and cardio-vascular fitness). It is usually performed to music and may be practiced in a group setting led by an instructor (fitness professional). With the goal of preventing illness and promoting physical fitness, practitioners perform various routines.
- Female Bodybuilding - is the female component of competitive bodybuilding. It began in the late 1970s, when women began to take part in bodybuilding competitions. The most prestigious titles in female professional bodybuilding include the Ms. Olympia, Ms. Rising Phoenix and Masters Olympia.
