Brenda Raganot [1] | |
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professional bodybuilder | |
Personal info | |
Born | [1] Annapolis, Maryland, U.S. [1] | September 8, 1966
Best statistics | |
Height | 5 ft 3 in (1.60 m) [1] |
Weight | In Season: 135 lb (61 kg) Off-Season: 150–160 lb (68–73 kg) [1] |
Professional (Pro) career | |
Pro-debut | |
Best win |
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Predecessor | None Dayana Cadeau [2] |
Successor | Dayana Cadeau None [2] |
Active | Since 1984 [1] |
Brenda Raganot (born September 8, 1966) is an American professional female bodybuilder. [1]
In 1984, Raganot began training as a bodybuilder in high school. She was inspired after watching the film Pumping Iron 2, which featured bodybuilder Rachel McLish. In 1991, she began training under bodybuilder Debbie Houck, whom she credits with helping her progress from the amateur level to the professional ranks. Brenda earned her pro card in 1998 when she won both the middleweight and overall titles at the NPC Nationals. [1]
Raganot alternated between the lightweight and heavyweight classes since weight classes were introduced at the pro level in 2000. She has been one of the top pros in recent years, with her best results being lightweight class wins at the Ms. International in 2000 and 2005. [1] [2]
She currently lives in Seattle, Washington. She is married. She is a Christian. She currently works as a US postal clerk. [1] [3]