« Previous Next »

Dana Linn Bailey Bodybuilder Then And Now

By Cornell Scott / March 11, 2024

Dana Linn Bailey Then

Early Life and Career

Dana Linn Bailey was born on August 10, 1978, in Kansas City, Missouri. She began lifting weights in her early twenties and quickly developed a passion for bodybuilding. In 2006, she competed in her first NPC show and won the NPC Nationals Overall title. This victory qualified her for the IFBB Olympia, where she placed 16th. Bailey continued to compete in the NPC and IFBB and won several more titles, including the IFBB Pro card in 2009.

Family Background

Dana Linn Bailey was raised by a single mother who worked as a school teacher. She has two older brothers and a younger sister. Bailey’s family has always been supportive of her bodybuilding career and has helped her to achieve her goals.

Competitive History

Bailey has competed in both the NPC and IFBB. Her most notable achievements include:

NPC Nationals Overall Champion (2006)
IFBB Pro card (2009)
IFBB Olympia 16th place (2006)
IFBB Arnold Classic 5th place (2009)
IFBB New York Pro 2nd place (2010)

Dana Linn Bailey Now

Bailey retired from competitive bodybuilding in 2013. She now focuses on her business, Dana Linn Bailey Fitness, which provides online coaching and training programs. Bailey is also a motivational speaker and has written several books on bodybuilding and fitness. She is married to bodybuilder Jeremy Buendia and they have one daughter.