
6 of the Most Muscular Women in the World – Before & After Transformation
These striking images reveal the physical evolution of six women into incredibly built, powerful figures — proving just how far the human body can go.
When we think of muscularity, we usually picture male physiques— but these six women challenge that image entirely. Each has built a physique that's powerful, striking, and entirely her own. Their transformations are bold, undeniable, and worth a closer look.

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1. Dana Linn Bailey – Now
As she transitioned into bodybuilding, a journey documented on her social media, Bailey's physique became significantly more muscular and defined.

Dana Linn Bailey from a post dated November 19, 2019. | Source: Instagram/danalinnbailey
Her shoulders and arms grew noticeably fuller, her core tightened with deep abdominal definition, and her legs developed pronounced size and shape. Over time, she built a dense, symmetrical frame with standout vascularity and conditioning, clearly separating her from her earlier form.

Dana Linn Bailey from a post dated November 3, 2023. | Source: Facebook/Dana Linn Bailey

Dana Linn Bailey from a post dated September 26, 2024. | Source: Facebook/Dana Linn Bailey

Dana Linn Bailey from a post dated April 29, 2025. | Source: Instagram/danalinnbailey
Dana Linn Bailey – Before
Bailey's early appearance, captured on her Facebook page, showed a lean, modest frame with minimal muscle development.

Dana Linn Bailey from a post dated May 28, 2025. | Source: Facebook/Dana Linn Bailey

Dana Linn Bailey from a post dated November 30, 2012. | Source: Facebook/Dana Linn Bailey
2. Linda Durbesson – Now
Over the years, Durbesson's legs became significantly thicker and more muscular, with fuller glutes and hamstrings. Her upper body also showed clear development — including broader shoulders, defined arms, and a tighter midsection with visible abs.

Linda Durbesson from a post dated December 4, 2018. | Source: Instagram/lindadurbesson_
Her overall appearance, regularly shared on Instagram, evolved from lean to strongly built, with a focus on lower-body size and shape.

Linda Durbesson from a post dated June 15, 2021. | Source: Instagram/lindadurbesson_

Linda Durbesson from a post dated November 11, 2022. | Source: Instagram/lindadurbesson_
Linda Durbesson – Before
In her earlier years, Durbesson had a slim frame and minimal visible muscle. However, over time, her physique transformed dramatically.

Linda Durbesson from a post dated October 19, 2021. | Source: Instagram/lindadurbesson_

Linda Durbesson from a post dated June 18, 2021. | Source: Instagram/lindadurbesson_

Linda Durbesson from a post dated October 4, 2018. | Source: Instagram/lindadurbesson_

Linda Durbesson from a post dated March 9, 2017. | Source: Instagram/lindadurbesson_
3. Juliana Esteso – Now
Over time, Esteso's physique developed into a dense, muscular frame with visibly thick quads, sculpted arms, and a powerful upper body.

Juliana Esteso from a post dated January 11, 2020. | Source: Instagram/iamjujubafit
Her waist remained narrow, creating a strong V-taper, and her conditioning sharpened, revealing defined abs and deeper muscle separation throughout. Her transformation, captured on her Instagram account, reflects a shift toward extreme muscularity and symmetry.

Juliana Esteso from a post dated July 23, 2024. | Source: Instagram/iamjujubafit
Juliana Esteso – Before
Esteso started with a naturally slim and youthful appearance, showing no signs of significant muscle mass.

Juliana Esteso from a post dated March 24, 2015. | Source: Instagram/iamjujubafit
4. Savannah Prez – Now
Over the years, Prez's frame filled out with dense muscle, especially in her glutes, quads, and hamstrings. Her upper body also became more defined, with round shoulders, a tightened waist, and sculpted arms.

Savannah Prez from a post dated December 13, 2019. | Source: Instagram/guusje
Her transformation, documented on her Instagram page, resulted in a curvier yet muscular silhouette, marked by strong proportions and clear muscular development across her entire physique.

Savannah Prez from a post dated October 5, 2024. | Source: Instagram/guusje

Savannah Prez from a post dated November 10, 2023. | Source: Instagram/guusje
Savannah Prez – Now
Prez began with a visibly lean and athletic build, even at a very young age.

Savannah Prez from a post dated January 12, 2024. | Source: Instagram/guusje

Savannah Prez from a post dated January 12, 2024. | Source: Instagram/guusje
5. Carrie June Anne Bowlby – Now
As she transitioned into bodybuilding, a journey told on her social media account, Bowlby's physique changed dramatically.

Carrie June Anne Bowlby from a post dated January 28, 2024. | Source: Instagram/misscarriejune
Her legs became densely muscled, with fuller quads, defined hamstrings, and prominent glutes. Her waist stayed tight while her upper body widened, adding roundness to her shoulders and size to her arms.

Carrie June Anne Bowlby from a post dated February 13, 2024. | Source: Instagram/misscarriejune
Her abs developed deep separation, and her overall shape evolved into a compact, muscular build with clear symmetry and conditioning.

Carrie June Anne Bowlby from a post dated September 29, 2024. | Source: Instagram/misscarriejune

Carrie June Anne Bowlby from a post dated May 5, 2025. | Source: Instagram/misscarriejune
Carrie June Anne Bowlby – Before
In her earlier years, Bowlby had a petite, slender frame typical of a high school cheerleader — narrow shoulders, small limbs, and a soft, undeveloped midsection.

Carrie June Anne Bowlby from a post dated January 10, 2016. | Source: Instagram/misscarriejune

Carrie June Anne Bowlby from a post dated August 11, 2018. | Source: Instagram/misscarriejune

Carrie June Anne Bowlby from a post dated June 5, 2023. | Source: Instagram/misscarriejune
6. Andrea Shaw – Now
Over time, Shaw's physique underwent a complete transformation, captured on her Instagram page and other social media platforms. Her arms, shoulders, and chest became heavily built, with deep muscle separation and thickness.
Her legs developed into powerful, striated columns with clear definition through the quads, hamstrings, and calves. Her midsection tightened significantly, revealing blocky abs and a narrow waist, completing a dense, symmetrical, and competition-ready build.

Andrea Shaw from a post dated April 3, 2021. | Source: Instagram/mzprettymuscle
Andrea Shaw – Before
As a child, Shaw naturally had a small frame and a gentle, soft appearance with no early signs of athletic development.

Andrea Shaw from a post dated May 18, 2022. | Source: Instagram/mzprettymuscle
These six women represent some of the most extreme physical transformations. From modest beginnings to world-class physiques, each built a level of muscular development that sets them apart.