Taupō delivered! Rachel walked away from ICN 2025 Nationals with three overalls and two pro cards (hello, double pro). We break down bikini, wellness, figure, runway, and swimsuit, what judges rewarded, and how stage presentation & posing tipped decisions - including Chris literally shouting posing instructions from the audience .
What’s inside:
ICN Nationals 2025 recap: division-by-division highlights & honest judging takeaways
Bikini criteria now: balance, glute projection, soft but athletic conditioning
Runway & Swimsuit: why dress choice, cut, and walk mechanics matter
Wellness vs Bikini: conditioning, glute tie-ins, and stage flow
Prep reality: peaking for Nationals, maintaining condition, and backstage strategy
Rachel’s wins: strategy, posing cues, and that iconic purple bikini
Perfect for NZ natural bodybuilding athletes and coaches looking to understand ICN judging trends and how to present between callouts.
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