Madison is kicking off so now is the perfect time to check out these astounding transformations of 2021 CrossFit Games Athletes.
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It’s always impressive to see these incredible athletes throwdown in competition, but easy to forget how far they have come, and just how hard they have worked to get there.
Transformations of 2021 CrossFit Games Athletes
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Brent Fikowski
According to CrossFit, “Brent has competed at the CrossFit Games five times finishing 4th, 2nd, 4th, 23rd and 15th. Combine this with 3 regional wins and 3 podium finishes at Sanctionals; Fikowski is one of the top contenders in the sport.”
Calculating, disciplined and focused Brent Fikowski is amongst a small handful of athletes that could claim the top spot on the podium this year.
CrossFit continue, “Winning the Dubai CrossFit Championship in December 2019, Brent is poised for a strong 2021 season.”
Will that season culminate in a first place finish? What do you think?
Bethany Shadburne
Unfortunately Bethany Shadburne will not be competing at the 2021 CrossFit Games as she very recently tested positive for COVID-19.
Bethany in her own words, “My athletic background/accomplishments…..8 years gymnastics, 3 year’s bodybuilding, 4 triathlons, multiple half marathons, a handful of obstacle course races .
I started Crossfit in 2015 doing local competitions. In 2016 I got on board with Black Magic Training created by Jared Astle and Jenn Jones (Astle) which helped me accelerate my Crossfit career by allowing me to win the Rx division at Wodapalooza in 2017, 4th place at the Austin Fittest Games and 1st in the 2017 South Central Open which put me top 20 in the world and led me to regionals in 2017 and games as a “double rookie” placing 22nd .
In 2018 I went on to get 5th at wodapalooza 5th at regionals and 16th at the Crossfit Games At the end of the year I switched coaches to the owner of Streamline Crossfit, Austen Cochren 7th at the Dubai championship.
2019- I placed 1st in southfit competition (Argentina) to received my ticket to the Games and placed 8th at the crossfit Games 2020- I placed 20th at the Crossfit Games and at the end of the year switched coaches to Justin Cotler and Moved out to Las Vegas Nv to train with Kari Pearce 2021.
Aside from my fitness background and accomplishments I want to be remembered for always smiling, being humble and being a positive influence on people.”
Chandler Smith
Chandler Smith is another male Athlete that is chasing for the podium this year at the 2021 CrossFit Games.
With his impressive skills and confidence, Chandler Smith is one athlete that is bound to add some fierce competition to the Men’s Individual competition.
Chandler Smith’s Open Results
| YEAR | DIVISION | OVERALL RANK (WORLDWIDE) | OVERALL RANK (BY COUNTRY) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Men | 22nd | 12th United States |
| 2019 | Men | 40th | 20th United States |
| 2018 | Men | 128th | 1st Bulgaria |
| 2017 | Men | 201955th | 108087th United States |
| 2016 | Individual Men | 174th | 123rd United States |
| 2015 | Individual Men | — | 75731st United States |
Kari Pearce
Kari Pearce was born and raised in Ann Arbor Michigan.
Check out her impressive fitness CV.
- 6 Times CrossFit Games Athlete
- 2016, 2018, 2019, 2020 Fittest American Woman
- Top 10 Fittest in the World 5 Years in a row
- Currently 3th Fittest Woman on Earth
- 2 Time Crossfit Invitational Team Member for USA
- Won “Most Improved” at the CrossFit Games in 2016
- Holds the New York State bench press record at 240lb
“Fitness is my passion. I am lucky both of my parents love working out and I am the same way. Not only do I enjoy pushing myself to the limit, but I also love encouraging others to be the best version of themselves”
Pat Vellner
The favourite to win the 2021 CrossFit Games, Canadian Pat Vellner is no stranger to the podium.
CROSSFIT GAMES
| YEAR | OVERALL RANK | DIVISION | TEAM NAME |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 16th | Men | — |
| 2018 | 2nd | Men | — |
| 2017 | 3rd | Men | — |
| 2016 | 3rd | Individual Men | — |
| 2015 | 20th | Team | Crossfit plateau 2 |
Kara Saunders
The Aussie will be competing at her ninth CrossFit Games and promises an exceptional return to the top flight of CrossFit after the birth of her first child.
The Games veteran, speaking to INOV-8 (the brand she recently signed with), she stated that “A big change for me now is seeing how hard and how smart I can work, to be one of the fittest women in the world, all without sacrificing my family and my business. It’s something that I think will be a constant work-in-progress, but the ball is rolling now so I’m only getting better.”
Watch out for Kara this year.
Rich Froning
A CrossFit legend that needs no introduction.
CROSSFIT GAMES
| YEAR | OVERALL RANK | DIVISION | TEAM NAME |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1st | Team | Mayhem Freedom |
| 2018 | 1st | Team | CrossFit Mayhem Freedom |
| 2017 | 2nd | Team | CrossFit Mayhem |
| 2016 | 1st | Team | CrossFit Mayhem |
| 2015 | 1st | Team | CrossFit Mayhem Freedom |
| 2014 | 1st | Individual Men | — |
| 2013 | 1st | Individual Men | — |
| 2012 | 1st | Individual Men | — |
Noah Ohlsen
Happy but hungry, Noah Ohlsen is another CrossFit Games veteran that will be fighting for first place in Madison this year.
Check out his fitness journey below.
CROSSFIT OPEN
| YEAR | DIVISION | OVERALL RANK (WORLDWIDE) | OVERALL RANK (BY COUNTRY) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Men | 6th | 2nd United States |
| 2019 | Men | 60th | 29th United States |
| 2018 | Men | 25th | 21st United States |
| 2017 | Men | 2nd | 2nd United States |
| 2016 | Individual Men | 1st | 1st United States |
| 2015 | Individual Men | 16th | 17th United States |
| 2014 | Individual Men | 20th | — |
| 2013 | Individual Men | 56th | — |
| 2012 | Individual Men | 188th | — |
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