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19 Incredible CrossFit Masters Athletes That Deserve Much More Recognition

By Robbie Wild Hudson
| Jun 05, 2021 / 11 min read
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17. Valerie Vobril

“I am a mom, wife, teacher, and crossfitter. I like to compete to test my progress, to see my hard work pay off, to have a goal(s) to work towards.”

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2017 32nd Women
2014 5th Individual Women
2013 3rd Individual Women
2012 5th Individual Women

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