General
conditioning
What does conditioning mean?
In bodybuilding, the degree of leanness and muscle definition a competitor shows; also general work-capacity fitness.
"His size is good but the conditioning wasn't there on stage."
Origin
Bodybuilding-judging term for on-stage leanness and detail.
Frequently asked questions
What does conditioning mean in bodybuilding?
It refers to how lean and defined a physique looks — the visible muscle separation, dryness and detail a competitor brings to the stage.
How is conditioning different from size?
Size is how much muscle you carry; conditioning is how sharply that muscle shows through low body fat. Judges want both.
Does conditioning also mean cardio fitness?
Yes — outside physique sport, 'conditioning' commonly means general work capacity or cardiovascular fitness.
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