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It's no surprise that fitness models and coaches are making a name for themselves on social media and other platforms. Their lifestyle serves as a major source of motivation for people looking to transform their lives and build confidence through workouts and special diets.
We have already talked about the hottest female fitness models of 2023. However, it's important to note that men are also actively involved in the fitness industry. In fact, just one like on their social media post could earn a famous bodybuilder or fitness model thousands of dollars.
In this article, we'll take a look at the top 10 richest fitness models of 2023. These individuals are the highest-paid experts in their field, thanks to their hard work and millions of followers.
Top 10 highest-paid fitness models in 2023
10. Jeremy Buendia
Total estimated earnings per year: $7,305,300
Born in Roseville, California, Buendia was a linebacker during his high school years. Later, he gained interest in the sport of bodybuilding as he had to quit American Football due to a number of injuries he picked in his neck and back.
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At 17, Buendia began participating in bodybuilding competitions. Now he is a famous bodybuilder and has more than 3m followers on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.
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9. Anna Lewandowska
Total estimated earnings per year: $7,923,733
Lewandowska is a Polish karateka and personal trainer with more than 3m followers all over the world. She is a member of the Pruszkow Karate Club, and during her career, she has won a number of medals in World, European, and National Championships.
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In September 2013, Lewandowska became a nutritionist and started her blog Healthy Plan by Ann, providing nutritional advice, workout plans, and a food line for the audience. Lewandowska is married to Bayern Munich and Poland national football team star Robert Lewandowski.
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8. Michelle Lewin
Total estimated earnings per year: $8,169,368
Lewin is a Venezuelan fitness model, bikini model, and bodybuilder. Previously being a local clinic worker in her country, she turned into one of the hottest stars in the fitness industry.
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Not giving up on her dreams, the 35-year-old immigrated to America in 2012, where she became the latin queen of the fitness scene. Her photos graced a number of sports and fitness magazines covers. Lewis is very famous all over the world. She has more than 14m followers on social media.
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7. Felipe Franco
Total estimated earnings per year: $8,863,768
Franco is a professional IFBB bodybuilder from Brazil. Starting to work out at the age of 17, he became one of the most respected bodybuilders in his country.
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The 35-year-old has won multiple awards in Men’s Physique competitions, with the likes of Prestige Crystal Cup Pro, Los Angeles Grand Prix, and more. Franco has his own special diet and workout plans for the audience. He motivates people to live a healthy life and work out.
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6. Sascha Barboza
Total estimated earnings per year: $10,139,102 Barboza is a well-known Venezuelan fitness model, bikini model, and social media star.
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After graduating a college with a degree in business administration, she, however, decided to dedicate herself to sports and modeling. The 36-year-old has twice won titles in competitions with the National Physique Committee. Barboza is a certified fitness coach and has more than 6m followers on social media.
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5. Eva Andressa
Total estimated earnings per year: $13,285,178 Being a skinny teenager, this Brazilian has won the hearts of the audience due to her strong spirit and daily workout.
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The 36-year-old started her career at the age of 17 as a bodybuilder, winning numerous championships. Later she started a fitness modeling career not only gracing the covers of famous magazines but also appearing in TV shows. Andressa inspires people to achieve their goals. She has more than 6m followers on social media.
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4. Joe Wicks
Total estimated earnings per year: $13,909,255
Wicks is a British fitness coach and TV presenter and cookbooks author.
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The 34-year-old coach became famous due to his 15-second recipe videos on social media. During the coronavirus outbreak, he began "PE With Joe" on YouTube to try to help children stay active. It gave a huge success to him, while now he is a Channel 4 television presenter with his own show The Body Coach. Wicks was awarded a Guinness World Record for "most viewers for a fitness workout live stream on YouTube", after achieving over 950,000 viewers on Tuesday 24 March 2020 for his second live stream.
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3. Ingrid Macher
Total estimated earnings per year: $14,518,143
Macher was born in Bogota, Colombia, later making a move to the United States. She is a health coach and a personal trainer.
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The 48-year-old has previously struggled with her weight problems, later deciding to change her life for the better. A healthier and holistic lifestyle helped to improve her form and appearance. Now she a motivator for thousands of people all over the world as she encourages others to live a healthy happy life.
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2. Ulisses Williams Jr.
Total estimated earnings per year: $16,549,337 Williams Jr. is an American bodybuilder, personal trainer, and entrepreneur.
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During his teenage era, he liked playing soccer, however, struggling to play in high school teams due to his lack of size and strength. Following the coach's suggestion, Williams Jr. started lifting weights. As a bodybuilder, he has won multiple Musclemania competitions, while he is now a body composition coach and has more than 10m followers on social media.
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1. Simeon Panda
Total estimated earnings per year: $17,453,328
Panda is a British fitness artist, professional bodybuilder, and entrepreneur.
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He has taken part in different bodybuilding competitions worldwide, in 2013 achieved Musclemania Pro status by winning the European Championships. The 35-year-old's photos have covered a number of prestigious fitness magazines including MuscleMag, Train Mag, Muscle & Performance, Muscle-Insider, and Fitness RX. One of the most influential fitness professionals and motivators in the world is leading our top. He has more than 9m followers on social media.
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