Gina Beninato Palma is an American female bodybuilder whose breakthrough professional victory came at the 2023 Vancouver Pro, her first IFBB Pro win in the Women's Bodybuilding division. She earned her professional card in 2020 at the NPC Universe Championships, where she won both the 40+ and Open Figure categories. Prior to turning professional, Beninato Palma competed in amateur bodybuilding and figure competitions, establishing herself as a consistent top placer. In 2019, she secured first-place finishes at both the Center Podium Motherlode and Center Podium Legion competitions in the Women's Bodybuilding division.
Beninato Palma's career trajectory demonstrates sustained competitive success across multiple competitive tiers. Her amateur accomplishments in 2019 preceded her transition to the professional ranks, where she quickly made an impact. Her professional debut campaign culminated in the 2023 season, when she captured the Vancouver Pro title and competed at the Masters Olympia, placing third in Women's Bodybuilding. These placements reflect her standing among the upper tier of professional female bodybuilders. Her ability to compete successfully in both figure and bodybuilding divisions during her amateur career, combined with her rapid progression to notable pro-level finishes, underscores her competitive range and longevity in the sport.
Bio compiled from coverage at Hardcore FBB.
