Inside the life of Sherry Priami: IFBB Pro bodybuilder & dental hygienist hoping to go tooth and nail for Ms Olympia win

IN THE world of competitive bodybuilding, Sherry Priami stands out as a remarkable athlete who seamlessly balances her demanding career and family life with her passion for the sport.

Her path to competing on the bodybuilding stage is a testament to her unwavering dedication, leaving you eager to learn more about the accomplishments that continue to drive her toward a Ms Olympia title.

Sherry Priami is an IFBB Pro (International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness Professionals) women's bodybuilder, who started her competitive journey in women's physique before transitioning into women's bodybuilding.

Sherry is based in Florida and balances her demanding career as a dental hygienist with her passion for bodybuilding and motherhood.

Early journey and professional milestones

Sherry's journey into bodybuilding began when she earned her Pro Card in 2018, making an immediate impact in the Women's Physique Division.

She swiftly transitioned to women's bodybuilding, where she has continued to impress judges and audiences alike.

Remarkably, she won her first two competitions, setting the stage for a career marked by ambition and success.

Notable achievements

Sherry has made a significant mark in the world of bodybuilding with an impressive competitive record.

In 2024, she achieved a notable first place finish at the IFBB Chicago Pro on July 19, competing in the women's bodybuilding category.

She followed this up with a fourth-place finish at the IFBB Rising Phoenix Pro on August 24​, 2024.

The previous year, 2023, was also remarkable for her.

She secured fourth place at the prestigious Ms Olympia on November 3, 2023.

Earlier that year, she competed in the IFBB Rising Phoenix Arizona Pro, where she finished seventh, and she achieved a fantastic first place at the Vancouver Island Showdown Pro on April 23, 2023.

Looking back to 2022, Sherry demonstrated consistent high-level performance by taking second place at both the IFBB Chicago Pro and the Atlanta Pro, as well as third place at the Tampa Pro​.

Before this impressive journey in women's bodybuilding, Sherry also competed in women's physique events.

She finished seventh at the Mr. Big Evolution Portugal Pro in 2020 and first at the Tampa Pro on July 31, 2020​.

Professional and personal life

Outside of the gym, Sherry is a dedicated mother of three.

Her journey resonates with many, as she often speaks about the mental and physical strength required not just for bodybuilding but also for managing life’s various responsibilities.​

In her conversation with the Hardcore Female Bodybuilders Podcast, Sherry shared her insights on balancing motherhood, work, and bodybuilding.

She expressed her gratitude for having a supportive partner, noting how it significantly eases her responsibilities.

Sherry praised her well-behaved children, highlighting their encouragement as vital to her journey.

She explained: "I go to the gym across the street from the office I work at during lunch and that's when I get my cardio.

"I used to get up in the mornings when they were younger and go train before they got up in the morning, so I could be home by breakfast and get them off and get myself off to work."

“You just have to learn how to balance,” she concluded, reflecting on her experience as a mother and athlete.