In bodybuilding physiques that are classed as visually stunning are generally those regarded as being symmetrical and proportional - a state where there is an obvious balance between both sides of the body, where nothing looks out of place and everything seems to flow and taper into a harmonious whole (often referred to as the total package)
The best method, by far, to accurately determine where our individual body parts fall in terms of over symmetry and proportion is the tape measure.
Measuring the circumference of each body part will give an idea of where improvements need to be made, provided one is in reasonable shape and the individual muscles are able to be discerned - an excessive amount of fat will give a false indication of overall muscularity if taken into account when the measurements are taken - Bodybuilding.com
Measurement tips
1. Take all measurements before exercise
2. Take all measurements in a relaxed state
3. Don't pull the tape
4. Keep a diary
5. Measure both left and the right sides of the body.
Right Bicep - 14.5 inches (-.1)
Right Bicep flexed - 16.1 inches (-)
Left Bicep - 14.4 inches (-)
Left Bicep flexed - 16.1 inches (+.1)
Chest - 41 inches (-)
Chest - 41 inches (-)
Right Forearm
Left Forearm - 12.1 inches (+.1)
Right Thigh - 23.3 inches (-.1)
Left Thigh - 23.2 inches (-)
Right Calf - 15.2 inches (+.1)Left Thigh - 23.2 inches (-)
Left Calf - 15.3 inches (+.1)
Waist - 32 inches (-)
Hip - 35 inches (-)
Shoulders - 47.4 inches (-)
Weight - 79kg (+1kg)
Notes - I've found an extra kg of weight from somewhere which I was quite happy about until my gym partner told me today I'm about 10kg lighter than I should be. Off-season bulking is so much harder than I thought! To be totally honest though, I don't have the money for that much food to gain an extra 10kg and maintain it, sometimes I forget I'm a student. I begin my cutting phase in 6 weeks anyway, I'll be 80kg max when I do. That's when the fun begins!
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