Heather Armbrust

Heather Marie Armbrust (née Policky) (born July 21, 1977) is an American professional female bodybuilder.

Early life and education Armbrust was born in 1977 and raised in Cozad, Nebraska. She became interested in bodybuilding at the age of 12 after being introduced to the local gym owner who happened to be a female competitor. After graduating Cozad High School, she moved to Denver, Colorado. In 1998, Heather moved to Texas where she lived in Houston, San Antonio, and finally Dallas. In 2001, she moved back to Denver where she currently lives. She eventually attended college at Red Rocks Community College.

Professional Heather competed first Ms. International in 2007, where she placed 3rd. She also competed in her first Ms. Olympia in 2007 where she placed 5th. In 2009, she came in second place in Ms. Olympia. Due to injuries, she could not attend the 2010 Ms. International. She also went through a series of personal problems that included going through a divorce, alcohol and drug use, as well as a stint in rehab, caused her to stay away from the sport and the fitness lifestyle in general.

Legacy Before her retirement she was regarded by many with the most potential to dethrone Iris Kyle at the Ms Olympia.