Nancy Winkel is an IFBB Figure Pro athlete and social pedagogue based in Germany. She is known for challenging gender norms through her muscular physique in the professional bodybuilding community.
Professional Background
IFBB Pro Status: She earned her IFBB Pro card in the Figure division following a successful amateur career.
Coaching: She is coached by Martin Hahn and operates within Team Hahn.
Competitions: In 2025, she competed at high-level events including the NPC Worldwide Amateur Olympia Spain and the NPC Worldwide Olimp Cup and Newcomer Meisterschaft.
Sponsorships: She is an athlete for brands such as Raize (clothing) and Pandalicious.
Personal Life & Transformation
Fitness Journey: Her background includes tennis, road cycling, and running. She began serious weight training around 2018 in her late 30s after first setting up a small home gym.
Philosophy: Nancy views femininity as a matter of “charisma and aura” rather than muscle mass, often using her platform to advocate against “bodyshaming” in strength sports.
Physical Profile (Offseason 2025)
Weight: Approximately 87 kg during her 2025 offseason.
Training Volume: Up to 17 hours per week during peak contest preparation