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71-Year-Old Bodybuilder Inspires Midlife Wellness Revolution

3/20/2026

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Bette Vargas, a 71-year-old bodybuilder from Oakland, competes in the national Ms. Health & Fitness competition and currently ranks 6th.
Vargas is a champion bodybuilder and wellness consultant who aims to inspire healthy living.
She began her fitness journey later in life, becoming a race-walk champion before transitioning to bodybuilding.
She plans to help others, particularly women in midlife, through wellness coaching and the upcoming Crazy Sexy Circle community group.

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Story summary

Bette Vargas, a 71-year-old bodybuilder from Oakland, competes in the national Ms. Health & Fitness competition and currently ranks 6th.
Vargas is a champion bodybuilder and wellness consultant who aims to inspire healthy living.
She began her fitness journey later in life, becoming a race-walk champion before transitioning to bodybuilding.
She plans to help others, particularly women in midlife, through wellness coaching and the upcoming Crazy Sexy Circle community group.