Division Analytics
Growth trends, competitiveness metrics, and career statistics across IFBB Pro divisions.
| Division | Latest competitor count | Peak competitor count |
|---|---|---|
| Men's Physique | 1,043 in 2025 | 1,043 in 2025 |
| Women's Bikini | 915 in 2025 | 915 in 2025 |
| Men's Classic Physique | 904 in 2025 | 2,127 in 2017 |
| Women's Figure | 523 in 2025 | 3,595 in 2014 |
| Men's Open Bodybuilding | 506 in 2025 | 5,104 in 2012 |
| Women's Wellness | 373 in 2025 | 373 in 2025 |
| Women's Physique | 245 in 2025 | 1,133 in 2016 |
| Men's 212 Bodybuilding | 232 in 2025 | 232 in 2025 |
| Women's Bodybuilding | 126 in 2025 | 965 in 2003 |
| Women's Fitness | 83 in 2025 | 83 in 2025 |
| Men's Wheelchair | 19 in 2025 | 32 in 2016 |
Total Athletes842
Total Contests236
Avg Career Length1.4 yrs
Avg Contests / Athlete4.8
Avg Field Size10.7competitors per show
Athlete Growth by Year
Most recent 7 years of data
Top Countries
Notable Athletes
Year-over-Year Trends
| Year | Athletes | Contests | Avg Field | New Entrants | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 183 | 26 | 14.8 | 79 | -50.9% |
| 2025 | 373 | 64 | 13.9 | 192 | +38.7% |
| 2024 | 269 | 41 | 14.7 | 143 | +7.6% |
| 2023 | 250 | 41 | 11.9 | 120 | +6.4% |
| 2022 | 235 | 38 | 11.6 | 152 | +61% |
| 2021 | 146 | 22 | 13 | 134 | +563.6% |
| 2020 | 22 | 4 | 6.3 | 22 | – |
Competitiveness Index
10.7avg competitors per show
Based on the most recent 50 contests. A higher number indicates larger fields and a more difficult path to victory.
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IFBB Pro Division Analytics
Track athlete participation, geographic distribution, career longevity, competitive field sizes, and year-over-year trends across IFBB Pro League divisions.