John J. Sherman facts for kids
Quick facts for kids John J. Sherman |
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| Bodybuilder | |
| Personal info | |
| Nickname | The Tank |
| Born | September 6, 1967 |
| Height | 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m) |
| Weight | 186 lb (84 kg) |
| Professional career | |
| Pro-debut | IFBB Pittsburgh Pro, 1993 |
| Best win | NPC USA Championships light-heavyweight and overall champion, 1992 |
| Predecessor | Kevin Levrone Porter Cottrell |
| Successor | Michael Francois Daryl Stafford |
John J. Sherman (born September 6, 1967) is an American professional bodybuilder. He is known for his strength and dedication in the sport.
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About John J. Sherman
John J. Sherman has had an interesting career path, from studying at university to working as a deputy, and then becoming a well-known professional bodybuilder.
Early Life and Education
John Sherman went to the University of Houston from 1984 to 1988. This was where he started his journey before his professional careers.
Career as a Deputy
Before becoming a full-time bodybuilder, John Sherman worked as a deputy for the Harris County Sheriff's Office. He served in this role from September 1988 to September 1999, helping to keep his community safe.
Becoming a Bodybuilder
John Sherman is famous for his career in bodybuilding, a sport where athletes train to build and show off their muscles. He competed in many events, both as an amateur and a professional.
Amateur Competitions
Before turning professional, John Sherman competed in amateur bodybuilding shows. These competitions helped him gain experience and show his talent.
- 1987 NPC Texas State Championships - 1st (Lightweight)
- 1988 NPC Collegiate Nationals - 1st (Overall and Middleweight)
- 1988 NPC USA Championships - 3rd (Middleweight)
- 1989 NPC USA Championships - 1st (Middleweight)
- 1990 NPC Nationals - 4th (Light-Heavyweight)
- 1991 NPC Nationals - 5th (Light-Heavyweight)
- 1992 NPC Nationals - 1st (Overall and Light-Heavyweight)
- 1992 NPC USA Championships - 1st (Light-Heavyweight)
Professional Competitions
After his success as an amateur, John Sherman became a professional bodybuilder. This meant he could compete in bigger, more challenging shows against the best bodybuilders in the world.
- 1993 IFBB Chicago Pro Championships - 2nd
- 1993 IFBB Grand Prix England - 12th
- 1993 IFBB Grand Prix Finland - 9th
- 1993 IFBB Grand Prix France (2) - 15th
- 1993 IFBB Grand Prix Germany (2) - 12th
- 1993 IFBB Grand Prix Spain - 10th
- 1993 IFBB Night of Champions - 3rd
- 1993 IFBB Mr. Olympia - Did Not Place (DNP)
- 1993 IFBB Pittsburgh Pro Invitational - 8th
- 1994 IFBB Chicago Pro Championships - 2nd
- 1994 IFBB Niagara Falls Pro Invitational - 2nd
- 1994 IFBB Night of Champions - 3rd
- 1994 IFBB Mr. Olympia - 16th
- 1995 IFBB Houston Pro Championships - 4th
- 2000 IFBB Night of Champions - DNP
- 2000 IFBB Toronto Pro - 15th
- 2001 IFBB Ironman Pro Invitational - 9th
- 2001 IFBB San Francisco Pro - 7th
- 2007 IFBB New York Pro Championships - 10th
- 2010 IFBB Phoenix Pro - 11th (Open)
- 2013 IFBB Chicago Pro Championships - 6th (Lightweight)
- 2013 IFBB Phoenix Pro - 9th (Lightweight)
- 2014 IFBB Phoenix Pro - 6th (Lightweight)
Life Outside of Bodybuilding
John Sherman is a Christian. He lives in Houston, Texas. He also owns two businesses: Fitness Fanatics and Great Earth Vitamins. He has owned these businesses since March 2007.
