IFBB PRO Women's Physique
USACarrie Gearing is an IFBB Pro Women’s Physique athlete from the Carolinas who earned her professional status by winning her class at the 2023 NPC Universe Championships.
Biography & Background
- Family & Lifestyle: Carrie is a dedicated mother and grandmother who describes herself as a faith-driven “Southern Girl”.
- The Bodybuilding Marriage: She has been with her husband and “swolemate,” Chris, for over 32 years. The couple famously fell into competitive bodybuilding together, prepping for and competing in their very first two shows side-by-side.
- Division: She competes in the Women’s Physique division, known for balancing high muscle density and deep conditioning with athletic femininity.
Competition History
Carrie progressed rapidly through the National Physique Committee (NPC) amateur ranks before making her professional debut in the IFBB Pro League.
| Year | Competition | Division / Class | Placing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | IFBB Tampa Pro | Women’s Physique | 3rd |
| 2025 | IFBB Chicago Pro | Women’s Physique | 5th / 16th |
| 2023 | NPC Universe Championships | Women’s Physique Class B | 1st (Earned Pro Card) |
| 2023 | NPC Palmetto Classic | Women’s Physique Open & Masters 35+ | 1st |
| 2022 | NPC Atlantic Coast Championships | Women’s Physique Open & Masters 35+ | 1st |
| 2022 | NPC Teen, Collegiate & Masters Nationals | Women’s Physique Masters | 6th |
| 2021 | NPC Elite Muscle Classic | Women’s Physique Masters Over 50 | 1st |
| 2021 | NPC Carolina State Championships | Women’s Physique Class A | 4th |