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Andrea Shaw at the 2023 International Federation of Bodybuilding & Fitness Professional League (IFBB) New York Pro.
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| Born | December 18, 1983 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 5 ft 5+1⁄2 in (1.66 m) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Pro-debut | IFBB Toronto Pro Supershow (physique), 2019 IFBB Wings of Strength Chicago Pro Championships (bodybuilding), 2019 |
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| Predecessor | Iris Kyle | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Andrea Shaw, born on December 18, 1983, is an amazing American professional bodybuilder. She has won the prestigious Ms. Olympia title five times and the Ms. Rising Phoenix title four times.
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Andrea Shaw's Early Life and Interests
Andrea Shaw grew up in Michigan. When she was younger, she loved gymnastics and competitive cheerleading. In middle school, her teacher helped her learn how to exercise even without much special equipment.
When Andrea was 13, she saw a famous bodybuilder named Lenda Murray at a gym. Andrea's mom and Lenda both worked out at the same Powerhouse Gym. At that time, Andrea never thought she would become a bodybuilder herself.
After middle school, Andrea focused on her schoolwork. Later, her mom, who was a nurse and used to be a personal trainer, encouraged her to start working out at Powerhouse Gym. Andrea began going to the gym on her own. Her mom's training partner, who was a female bodybuilder, started giving Andrea advice on building muscles. When she was 17, Andrea wanted to be a fashion model, but she wasn't tall enough.
Andrea's Journey into Figure Competitions
When Andrea was 18, her training adviser thought she might not stick with her workouts. This made Andrea even more determined to get into great shape. One day at the gym, she saw a magazine with athletic fitness models. She decided that was what she wanted to do.
However, Andrea's body quickly responded to weight training. Soon, people started asking her if she competed in muscle contests. She didn't think she was big enough to be a bodybuilder, but she liked how the figure competitors looked in magazines. In 2008, she entered two figure competitions. She placed 3rd and 4th, but she felt it wasn't the right path for her. She then took an eight-year break from competing.
During this time, Andrea went to Wayne State University. She studied exercise and sports science. She earned a bachelor's degree in this field. She also kept improving her weight training. Andrea realized she had gained some weight in college, so she started exercising and eating healthier. She found that lifting heavier weights helped her gain muscle easily. Instead of cutting out foods, she made healthier choices, like baked chips instead of regular ones. She also researched bodybuilding and took time after college to learn more. She worked in physical therapy and got certificates for group and personal training.
Figure Competition Results
- 2008 Karen Zaremba Classic – 3rd place
- 2008 Michigan Natural Championships – 4th place
Andrea's Physique Career
After her eight-year break, Andrea decided to start competing again in 2016. This time, she switched to the physique category. After six competitions, she placed 2nd at the 2018 Nationals. This win helped her earn an IFBB pro card, which meant she could compete as a professional. In 2019, she competed in the Toronto Pro show, finishing 11th.
Physique Competition Results
- 2016 John Simmons Championships – 4th place
- 2018 Ohio Natural Championship – 2nd place
- 2018 John Simmons Championship – 1st place
- 2018 Lenda Murray Detroit Classic – 1st place
- 2018 North Americans – 3rd place
- 2018 Nationals – 2nd place
- 2019 IFBB Toronto Pro Supershow – 11th place
Andrea Shaw's Bodybuilding Success
Andrea Shaw began her professional bodybuilding career in 2019. She quickly became one of the top female bodybuilders in the world. She has won many major titles, including the Ms. Olympia and Ms. Rising Phoenix championships multiple times.
Bodybuilding Competition Results
- 2019 IFBB Pro League (IFBB) Wings of Strength (WOS) Chicago Pro Women's Bodybuilding - 2nd place
- 2019 IFBB WOS Rising Phoenix Women's Bodybuilding World Championship - 7th place
- 2020 IFBB Omaha Pro Women's Bodybuilding - 1st place
- 2020 Tim Gardner Productions (TGP) IFBB WOS Rising Phoenix Women's Bodybuilding World Championships - 1st place
- 2020 Ms. Olympia - 1st place
- 2021 TGP IFBB WOS Rising Phoenix Women's Bodybuilding World Championships - 1st place
- 2021 Ms. Olympia - 1st place
- 2022 IFBB Bikini Lab Hawaii Rising Phoenix Women's Bodybuilding World Championship - 1st place
- 2022 Ms. Olympia - 1st place
- 2023 IFBB Rising Phoenix & Arizona Pro - 1st place
- 2023 Ms. Olympia - 1st place
- 2024 IFBB Rising Phoenix & Arizona Pro - 2nd place
- 2024 Ms. Olympia - 1st place
Andrea Shaw's Physical Statistics
Here are some of Andrea Shaw's impressive physical statistics:
- Bench press - 250 pounds
- Biceps - 18 inches
- Height - 5 feet 5 and a half inches
- On season weight - 170 to 180 pounds
- Thighs - 27 inches
Andrea Shaw's Personal Life
Andrea Shaw lives in Michigan. She works as a personal trainer, helping others reach their fitness goals. She also plans to go back to school to earn a doctorate degree in the future.
See also
In Spanish: Andrea Shaw para niños
