Meet Michaela Aycock: Ms Olympia bodybuilder who received her IFBB Pro card when she was 19
MICHAELA Destiny Aycock’s journey from a local gym enthusiast to an IFBB Pro athlete is nothing short of inspiring.
Learn how this incredible bodybuilder forged her path in a competitive landscape, earning recognition as one of the youngest stars in the Women’s Physique Division.
Michaela Destiny Aycock was born on February 21, 1995, in the United States.
Her fitness journey began in 2013, when she joined a local gym and started training with weights.
Michaela said in an interview about bodybuilding: “I really fell in love and found a passion in it and continued making goals for myself and it has just progressed from there”.
Just two years after starting, she competed in her first bodybuilding competition, where she won 1st place.
Rise to professional status
At the age of 19, Michaela earned her IFBB Pro card, making her one of the youngest professional competitors in the history of the Women’s Physique Division (WPD).
This significant achievement highlighted her as a rising star in bodybuilding.
Her major professional victory came in 2016 when she won 1st place in the Women’s Physique category at the IFBB Toronto Pro Supershow.
Career achievements
Michaela has an impressive bodybuilding record, with consistent placements in top-tier competitions, particularly in the Women’s Physique and Women’s Bodybuilding divisions of the IFBB Pro League.
Recent Highlights:
- 2023 Rising Phoenix World Championship (Arizona Pro) – 3rd place (Women’s Bodybuilding)
- 2023 Tampa Pro – 1st place (Women’s Bodybuilding)
- 2023 Lenda Murray Atlanta Pro – 2nd place (Women’s Bodybuilding)
- 2023 Olympia – 6th place (Women’s Bodybuilding)
Career Milestones:
- 2016 IFBB Toronto Pro Supershow – 1st place (Women’s Physique)
- 2021 Omaha Pro – 1st place (Women’s Bodybuilding)
- 2022 Rising Phoenix Arizona Pro – 3rd place (Women’s Bodybuilding)
- 2021, 2022, and 2023 Olympia – Top 6 finishes in Women’s Bodybuilding
She has consistently competed at the Olympia, regarded as the pinnacle of bodybuilding, placing in the top 6 for multiple years.
Her competitive record is a testament to her hard work and determination, solidifying her status as one of the top athletes in women’s bodybuilding.
Training
Michaela’s training is as disciplined as her competitive record.
She emphasizes the importance of cardio during her contest preparation, typically committing to 45 minutes of cycling in the morning and an additional 30 minutes in the evening.
Michael prefers the stationary bike because she believes it helps maintain fullness in her legs, crucial during low-carb diets.
Michaela's Leg Workout Routine
Her leg workout routine includes:
- Squats: 3 sets of 8-10 reps
- Leg Press: 3 sets of 8-12 reps
- Lunges: 3 sets of 8-12 steps
- Leg Extensions: 3 sets of 8-12 reps
- Leg Curls: 3 sets of 8-12 reps.
Nutrition
Balancing her demanding schedule of work, school, and training, Michaela prioritizes meal preparation to maintain her diet.
She prepares nutritious meals in advance, incorporating foods such as rice, cooked chicken, potatoes, beef, and dark green vegetables.
Michaela acknowledged the challenges competitors face in an interview with Greatest Physics, saying, “I think all of us competitors are a little crazy; we love a chase and we love a challenge.”
Social media and fitness influence
Michaela is also active on social media, where she shares her workout routines and fitness tips.
Her Instagram account (@michaelaaycock) has attracted over 100,000 followers, and she often posts gym workouts, especially focusing on leg exercises.