Rachel Daniels AKA "The Real Lois Lane"
Rachel Daniels is a 3X IFBB Women’s Physique Olympian, Artist, Nutritionist, and Posing Coach.
Rachel is recognized globally as one of the premier posing coaches and top poser in the league by many and has guided clients to stage-ready confidence—with multiple Olympian clients including both Mr and Ms Olympia champions and has even choreographed for the infamous Kai Greene.
Born and raised in Tampa, FL, Rachel began as a gymnast before spinal reconstructive surgery at 14 forced a pivot toward dance, and theater—igniting her passion for the arts and fueling her one of a kind, technically advanced, and dramatic posing performances that she is well known for.
Rachel is the Owner of Iron Heroine, LLC, a curated clothing line of motivational fitness gear—tees, hoodies, shakers, autographed memorabilia—reflecting Rachel’s ethos of self-belief, unapologetic attitude, and grit. Furthermore, she runs and owns her own coaching enterprise Anti-Heroes, Inc., known for top‑tier posing, training, prep, and nutrition guidance.
Rachel earned her IFBB Pro Card in August 2020 then won her pro debut at the IFBB New York Pro just 6 days later followed by a top 7th placing at the 2020 Olympia just 4 months later—making her the only woman to do so in IFBB history .
In essence, Rachel Daniels is far more than a champion athlete—she’s a symbol of transformation, embodying grit, ambition, authenticity, and feminine power. Perfectly merging her stage presence and “Lois Lane Mentality,” she continues to inspire as a trainer, athlete, entrepreneur, and role model to the bodybuilding industry.
COMPETITION HISTORY
IFBB PRO LEAGUE
IFBB NY PRO 9/5/20
1st Overall Women’s Physique
Earned 2020 Olympia Qualification
JOE WEIDER'S OLYMPIA 12/18/20
7th Overall Women's PhysiqueIFBB ST. LOUIS PRO 4/16/22
1st Overall Women's Physique
Earned 2022 Olympia Qualification
JOE WEIDER'S OLYMPIA 2022
12th Overall Women's Physique
IFBB PITTSBURGH PRO 5/11/25
2nd Overall Women's Physique
IFBB OPTIMUM CLASSIC 5/24/25
1st Overall Women's Physique
Earned 2025 Olympia Qualification
NPC LEAGUE
HURRICANE BAY NATIONAL QUALIFIER 10/26/19
1st in Novice Womens Physique
1st in Class "A" Women’s Physique
1st Overall Women’s Physique
1st Overall Women’s Bodybuilding
Champion of Champions Award
MIAMI NATIONALS CHAMPIONSHIPS 10/22/19
3rd in class "A" Women’s Physique
TAMPA EXTRAVAGANZA NATIONAL QUALIFIER 8/2/20
1st in Class "A" Women’s Physique
1st Overall Women’s Physique
NPC JR USA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 8/28/20
1st in Class "A" Women’s Physique
1st Overall Women’s Physique
Earned IFBB Pro Card
AWARDS
Rookie of The Year 2020
Amateur Competitor of The Year 2020
Voter’s Favorite Amateur 2020
Annual Real Women’s Award Winner 2020
11th Annual Real Women Awards Winner 2020