Lena Zimmerman

My body never felt like it belonged to me, or that I was truly in control of it. After I completed my breastfeeding journey and ensured my son was nourished, I turned to bodybuilding as a way to reclaim myself. This path challenges my mind, body, and soul—every part of me must be strong. I want to show my son that dedication, belief, and passion can turn dreams into something powerful.

I consider myself well-rounded in movement and fitness. I train by incorporating weightlifting, functional and strength training, cardio and the physical demands of motherhood. I also work with a coach who programs my training and nutrition and serves as my posing coach for Wellness division bodybuilding competitions.

While paying off the debt I accumulated earning my degrees would be a huge relief, my priority is using money to create long-term stability—securing retirement and my son’s future so he has opportunities my husband and I never had. As an independent contractor, I would also reinvest in the therapy practice I work within to help expand services for those who can’t afford care. No one should feel alone simply because they lack the means to get help.