Emily Chang- Road To Pro
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At 619 Muscle, we pride ourselves on the strength, drive, and passion of our community—and few embody that spirit like Coach Emily Chang. From Navy service to national bodybuilding stages, Emily’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.
From Uniform to Competition Bikini
Emily began her fitness journey in 2017, stepping into the world of competitive bodybuilding as a bikini athlete. Within a year, her dedication paid off—she earned her Pro Card in the OCB, a feat that many aspire to but few achieve so quickly.
But Emily’s story isn’t just about posing suits and stage lights. At the same time she was earning her stripes in the fitness world, she was serving our country in the United States Navy as a Hospital Corpsman. After 7.5 years of honorable service, Emily hung up the uniform in 2020 and dove headfirst into her passion: helping others transform their minds and bodies.
Evolving Into Wellness – and Winning
By 2022, Emily made the bold switch from Bikini to the Wellness division, embracing a category that allowed her to bring even more of her strength and structure to the stage. Her hard work, laser focus, and relentless determination led her to the top—earning the Ms. California Wellness title in 2024.
She is now a nationally qualified athlete in both Bikini and Wellness, with multiple top finishes in highly competitive NPC shows. Whether it’s sculpting her physique or coaching others, Emily thrives in the trenches of growth.
Brains, Brawn & Balance
Beyond the stage, Emily’s credentials are stacked. With a Master’s in Performance Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Biology, she’s not just talking about results—she’s teaching the science behind them. Add to that a full roster of NASM certifications in personal training, corrective exercise, nutrition, mental toughness, and athletic performance, and you’ve got a coach who leaves nothing to chance.
Her specialties include:
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Body recomposition
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Athletic performance
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Mental toughness & mindset coaching
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Nutrition & supplement strategies
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Competition prep & posing
What Sets Emily Apart?
Emily doesn’t just coach the body—she coaches the whole athlete. She understands what it takes to reach your peak, physically and mentally, and she brings that same energy to every client, whether you’re a first-time competitor, a weekend warrior, or someone just trying to feel stronger in their own skin.
Oh—and she does it all with a set of long, sparkly nails and a smile that says, “Let’s crush this.”
Because in Emily’s world, you don’t have to choose between being strong and being feminine—you can absolutely be both.
Interested in working with Coach Emily?
Come by 619 Muscle East, shoot us a message, or follow her journey on social media. Whether your goal is to step on stage or simply become your strongest self, Emily’s got the knowledge, experience, and fire to get you there.