Nicki Chartrand

Nicki Chartrand is a Canadian IFBB Pro female bodybuilder and a professional mindset coach. Originally from Altona, Manitoba, she is now based in Calgary, Alberta.

Bodybuilding Career

Pro Status: Nicki earned her IFBB Pro card in late July 2016 by winning the overall female division at the Canadian Bodybuilding Federation (CBBF) Nationals. This milestone followed 11 years of competing as an amateur.

Major Accomplishments

Mr. Olympia: She placed 8th in the Women’s Bodybuilding division at the 2020 IFBB Mr. Olympia.
First Pro Win: Secured 1st place at the 2018 IFBB Hawaii Pro.
Recent Top Finishes: Placed 2nd at the 2023 IFBB Tampa Pro and 10th at the 2023 IFBB Rising Phoenix Arizona Pro.
Division Transition: While she primarily competes in Women’s Bodybuilding, she also competed in Women’s Physique earlier in her pro career like the Toronto Pro Supershow.

Professional Background & Coaching

Mindset & Empowerment Coach: Chartrand currently operates as a “Life by Design” mindset coach, focusing on post-show mental health and authenticity for athletes.
American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter: Before her full-time fitness career, she worked for several years as an ASL interpreter.

Competition History Highlights

• 2023 – IFBB Tampa Pro 2nd in Women’s Bodybuilding
• 2020 – IFBB Mr. Olympia 8th in Women’s Bodybuilding
• 2019 – IFBB Rising Phoenix Arizona Pro 4th in Women’s Bodybuilding
• 2018 – IFBB Hawaii Pro 1st in Women’s Bodybuilding
• 2016 – CBBF Nationals 1st (Overall) Earned Pro Card