General
smooth
What does smooth mean?
Describes a physique lacking detail because subcutaneous fat or water blurs the muscle separation. The unwanted opposite of 'dry' or 'shredded'.
"He held too much water and looked smooth on stage."
Origin
Bodybuilding slang for an undefined appearance.
Frequently asked questions
What does smooth mean in bodybuilding?
Smooth describes a physique lacking muscle detail because subcutaneous fat or water blurs the separation between muscles.
Is looking smooth good or bad on stage?
It's unwanted; competitors aim to come in dry and hard, and looking smooth means holding too much water or fat.
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