Romana Skotzen is a UK-based IFBB Pro bodybuilder, coach, and podcast host known for her discipline and transition from a career as a paramedic to full-time competitive bodybuilding. She has competed in the Women’s Physique (WPD) and from 2025 she switched to Women’s Bodybuilding divisions, doing her debut in the biggest divison at the Empro Classic 2025 in Alicante, Spain, placing Top 2.
Career Highlights and Background
Pro Card Acquisition: Romana earned her IFBB Pro card in 2020 by winning the Figure and Women’s Physique classes at the NPC Worldwide British Finals.
Olympia Qualification: A significant achievement in her career was winning the Empro Classic, which qualified her for the prestigious Mr. Olympia competition in the Women’s Physique Division.
Athletic Background
Before bodybuilding, ROmana was actively involved in field hockey and CrossFit for twelve years.
She began bodybuilding after a hand injury prevented her from continuing CrossFit.
Professional Transition: She recently moved from working as a paramedic to focusing solely on her bodybuilding preparation and coaching business.
Coaching and Media Presence
Coach: Romana is coached by her partner Dan Bastick. Together they navigate the coaching dynamic within a relationship and share their experiences on podcasts.
Podcast Host: She is a co-host of “The Beyond Condition Podcast,” which discusses a range of important topics within the bodybuilding community, including mental health, training, nutrition, and dealing with online abuse. The podcast has been nominated for awards.
Advocacy: She is known for her honesty and integrity, openly discussing subjects relevant to both natural and assisted bodybuilders, inspiring many with her candid approach.
Competition Results
- 2025 IFBB Empro Classic Pro: 2nd Place, Women’s Bodybuilding
- 2024 IFBB Chicago Pro & Lenda Murray Atlanta Pro: 5th Place, Women’s Physique
- 2023 IFBB Mr. Olympia: 14th Place, Women’s Physique
- 2023 IFBB Empro Pro: 1st Place, Women’s Physique