Wellness Standout Tefani-Sam Razhi Announces Retirement From Competitive Bodybuilding

Coaching and business ambitions pushed Tefani-Sam Razhi to step away from the sport.

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Tefani Sam Razhi (Photo Credit: Instagram: @ teffanysam YouTube: teffany Sam)

The Wellness landscape just lost a top-tier competitor. Taking to YouTube on April 29, 2026, standout Tefani-Sam Razhi announced her retirement from competitive bodybuilding. Her decision was made following the 2026 Arnold Classic

Over the past two years, Razhi has had a huge impact in the Wellness category; she’s made appearances at the Mr. Olympia and won notable Pro shows.

In 2025, Razhi landed in fifth place at the Sin City Showdown Pro and used the experience as fuel in her next outing. Her biggest moment last year came after winning gold at the Heart of Texas Pro. To cap off the season, her final show was the Mr. Olympia, where she walked away in 16th place. 

Wellness Competitor Tefani-Sam Razhi Steps Away from Competitive Bodybuilding 

In the video, Razhi reflected on her decision to stop competing. 

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“I’m no longer going to be competing. I’m like how do I say this? I’m no longer going to be competing but that does not mean that I don’t have crazy goals. I do have crazy goals with my physique. Yes, I am still planning to grow those legs like crazy and get stronger.” 

Moving forward, she intends to focus on her coaching career: 

“It’s become, to me, I’m a lot more passionate with coaching, much more passionate. It’s something that I really want to focus my mind to,” she shared

Razhi’s wow factor made her must-watch entertainment in the Wellness division. Though her competitive ambitions have come to an end, she plans to continue training and guiding others in retirement. 

RELATED: Former 2x Women’s Physique Olympia Shanique Grant Ends Retirement, Sets Sights on Wellness Debut in 2025

Watch the full video from the Teffany Sam YouTube channel below: 


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