Women's Bodybuilding Apparel for Bikini, Wellness, Figure, and Physique
Quick Answer- Women's bodybuilding spans five NPC divisions: Bikini, Wellness, Figure, Women's Physique, and Women's Bodybuilding.
- Training and prep apparel differs by division based on the body composition focus.
- Bear Grips does not make competition bikinis, suits, or figure trunks.
- Bear Grips does make training, prep, and supporter apparel for all five women's divisions.
Women's bodybuilding spans five distinct NPC divisions: Bikini (emphasis on toned femininity), Wellness (emphasis on glute and hamstring development), Figure (emphasis on V-taper and shoulder symmetry), Women's Physique (full muscle development with feminine presentation), and Women's Bodybuilding (maximum muscle development). Each division has a different training focus and a different competition aesthetic. Bear Grips Pro Shops does not make competition bikinis or figure suits but does make training and prep apparel for all five divisions with no minimum order.
Five Women's Bodybuilding Divisions
| Division | Body Focus | Stage Wear |
|---|
| Bikini | Toned femininity, glute pop | Two-piece bikini |
| Wellness | Glute and hamstring development | Two-piece bikini with full bottom |
| Figure | V-taper, shoulder symmetry | Two-piece figure suit |
| Women's Physique | Full muscle development, feminine presentation | Two-piece physique suit |
| Women's Bodybuilding | Maximum muscle development | Two-piece bodybuilding suit |
Training Apparel by Women's Division
- Bikini and Wellness. Training apparel emphasizes glute work: high-waist biker shorts, cropped tanks, fitted athletic wear. Bear Grips Women's Signature Biker Shorts ($47.88 VIP base), Women's High-Waist Pocket Leggings ($54.88 VIP base), Signature Seamless Leggings ($54.88 VIP base).
- Figure. Training apparel emphasizes upper-body symmetry work: fitted tanks for shoulder definition, cropped hoodies, performance tees. Women's Premium Cropped Hoodie ($47.88 VIP base), Ladies Racerback Tank ($19.88 VIP base).
- Women's Physique and Women's Bodybuilding. Training apparel skews oversized for warmth and aesthetic: oversized cropped sweatshirts, heavyweight hoodies, training joggers. Women's Premium Cropped Sweatshirt ($44.88 VIP base), Women's Wave Wash Sweatpants ($39.88 VIP base).
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Bear Grips Catalog Picks for Women's Bodybuilding Apparel
- Women's Favorite Tee (Bella+Canvas), $19.88 VIP base. Standard women's training tee.
- Ladies Racerback Tank (Next Level), $19.88 VIP base. Racerback for shoulder definition emphasis.
- Women's Premium Triblend Racerback Tank (Next Level), $25.88 VIP base. Premium racerback.
- Women's Mid Length Racer Tank (Bella+Canvas), $29.88 VIP base. Longer-length racerback.
- Women's Flowy Scoop Muscle Tank (Bella+Canvas), $25.88 VIP base. Loose-fit muscle tank.
- Women's Premium Cropped Hoodie (Bella+Canvas), $47.88 VIP base. Cropped hoodie.
- Women's Premium Cropped Sweatshirt (Bella+Canvas), $44.88 VIP base. Cropped crewneck.
- Women's Wave Wash Sweatpants (Independent Trading Co.), $39.88 VIP base. Women's sweatpants.
- Women's Signature Biker Shorts (Bear Grips), $47.88 VIP base. Biker shorts for glute work.
- Women's High-Waist Pocket Leggings (Bear Grips), $54.88 VIP base. High-waist leggings.
- Women's High-Waist Capri Leggings (Bear Grips), $54.88 VIP base. Capri leggings.
- Signature Seamless Leggings (Bear Grips), $54.88 VIP base. Seamless leggings.
- Padded Sports Bra (Bear Grips), $45.88 VIP base. Sports bra.
- Ladies 3-inch Fitness Shorts (Sport-Tek), $30.88 VIP base. Fitness shorts.
- Women's Skort (Sport-Tek), $34.88 VIP base. Skort option.
Stage Prep Apparel for Women's Competitors
The final 8 to 12 weeks of prep:
- Cropped sweatshirts and cropped hoodies (warmth without hiding the lean midsection).
- High-waist biker shorts and seamless leggings (worn during gym work for posing practice).
- Loose joggers and crewnecks for warm-up at the gym.
- Sport-Tek Ladies' Quarter-Zip Pullover ($29.88 VIP base) for outdoor cardio sessions.
Standard Pricing for Women's Bodybuilding Apparel
| Piece | VIP Base | Standard Retail | Margin |
|---|
| Women's Favorite Tee | $19.88 | $28-$34 | $8-$14 |
| Ladies Racerback Tank | $19.88 | $28-$34 | $8-$14 |
| Women's Cropped Hoodie | $47.88 | $72-$80 | $24-$32 |
| Women's Cropped Sweatshirt | $44.88 | $68-$74 | $23-$29 |
| Women's Biker Shorts | $47.88 | $72-$80 | $24-$32 |
| Women's High-Waist Leggings | $54.88 | $80-$88 | $25-$33 |
| Seamless Leggings | $54.88 | $80-$88 | $25-$33 |
| Padded Sports Bra | $45.88 | $68-$76 | $22-$30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bear Grips make NPC competition bikinis or figure suits?
No. NPC competition bikinis, wellness suits, figure suits, women's physique suits, and women's bodybuilding suits source from specialty vendors (Angel Competition Bikinis, Body Beautiful Bikinis). Bear Grips makes training, prep, and supporter apparel that surrounds the competition.
Which apparel works best for Wellness division glute work?
High-waist biker shorts and seamless leggings emphasize glute development during training. Bear Grips Women's Signature Biker Shorts ($47.88 VIP base) and Signature Seamless Leggings ($54.88 VIP base) cover this use case.
Can a Bikini athlete order custom training apparel for the off-season look?
Yes. Off-season Bikini training apparel often pairs cropped sweatshirts with high-waist biker shorts or leggings. Same Bear Grips catalog covers this look at any time of year.
What sports bra does Bear Grips offer for high-intensity training?
The Bear Grips Padded Sports Bra at $45.88 VIP base. Standard high-impact sports bra with padded cups for training and posing practice.
Andre RollinsBoutique Gym Owner
Andre owns a boutique strength facility and personal training studio in Atlanta. He has been a personal trainer for 15 years and writes about gym branding, member retention, and how independent owners can compete with chain studios.
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