Physical fitness is a very personal journey. 2019 saw some of the most Inspiring CrossFit Women have some banner years.
The funny thing is some of the most famous people in the sport go through the same struggles everyday athletes or fans do. Tough to narrow it down to only 10 but here are the 10 Most Inspiring CrossFit Women Of 2019 .
In no particular order:
1. Camille Leblanc-Bazinet
Camille Leblanc-Bazinet was Crossfit mainstay since 2010. 2019 saw CLB pivot from active competition to a role as a CrossFit advocate. Leblanc-Bazinet has found success in her new role.
When one doors closes, another one opens.
2. Cassidy Lance-McWherter Cassidy Lance-McWherter also retired, but she did so to start a family with her partner. Moving away from being a full time CrossFit athlete is tough.
Lance-McWherter struggles to get pregnant was also inspiring as many fans have been down that road as well.
3. Alex Parker
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A lot of people asked me this weekend how it was competing against @meredith_root. It was a great experience, however, it was very emotionally challenging. I’ll try to explain why, and I will be honest. I am so incredibly competitive in literally everything I do, that I actually annoy myself. And for some reason, I hate when Meredith beats me more than when anyone else does. I get temporarily, insanely and selfishly jealous when she wins, no matter what the competition is. It just doesn’t feel right to feel this way towards someone I am dating. That is what’s hard about it. Luckily we are open with each other about these feelings. Having said that, I also love to see her succeed, even when it’s at my expense. It’s a frustrating mix of emotions that I really struggle to manage, but being in a relationship with someone who also is competitive has several advantages. I have someone who experiences the similar ups and downs that come with the territory, eats the same food, and understands when I spend all my free time in the gym. And because she is someone I train with, training quality is much higher. Accordingly, our coach only programs 1v1 workouts a couple of times a week so we don’t kill each other. It’s an extra benefit when that person is someone that ‘gets’ you (and is a much better cook than you!). It goes without saying that I would not have done as well as I did this weekend without her. She not only supported me through the weekend, but through the whole year. Not to mention, she has, and continues to, help me survive my demanding and time consuming job. Okay, okay, I’ll admit it – she treats me like a princess. It’s also difficult because I’m not used to being emotionally invested in someone else’s success. When they fail, you feel it. In this moment, she is upset with falling short of her goal, and I felt it like it was me . . . But I still hate that she beat me. Like I said, it’s a mix of emotions. As hard as a relationship can be at times, it seems to be worth the struggles. I’m pretty darn lucky. We are both stronger individually from this weekend and even stronger together. I’m already excited for next year. @crossfitgames #regionals2018 #proud
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Alex Parker has always been a fan favorite. On social media Parker opened up about her struggles with self doubt.
Some of CrossFit’s best are not above questions their own talents.
4. Haley Adams Only 19 years old, Haley Adams is a CrossFit rising star. Adams has already competed at the Games four times.
Hard work and dedication, what’s more inspiring than that?
5. Kara Saunders
No big deal, just Kara Saunders giving birth to her first child and coming back to CrossFit. Saunders took a year off from CrossFit and didn’t miss a beat.
6. Annie Thorisdottir The ageless wonder Annie Thorisdottir has been competing since 2010. In other words, Annie had a huge bounce back year in 2019.
Above all, Annie even finished second in the CrossFit Open after many doubted her the last few years.
7. Michele Letendre
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Today I was thinking a lot about the different roles I’ve had in my life. This morning I was on my way to the @dekacrossfit and I was going to fix a broken audio wire. I was thinking to myself: “man it’s a good thing I played with electronics at school because otherwise, I’d have to get someone else to do this simple job”. . . That made me realize that I’ve done a lot of different things throughout my life. I’ve scooped ice cream, drawn, painted, sculpted… I’ve worked as a hotel receptionist, I’ve lead design projects with school, I’ve worked with LEDs, sensors and even a 3D printer… I’ve sold insurance…I’ve played waterpolo and competed in CrossFit, then in weightlifting. I’ve coached CrossFit in gyms and now in competition. I’m newly a gym owner and an owner of @dekacomp . I’m only 33 years old. I feel very fortunate to have this much experience at my age and I can’t wait to learn more. . I was speaking with my mother not long ago about leadership and gym ownership, she offered her help and it seemed so simple and effective. She said to me, Michele, I’ve been doing this for 30 years, and only have I really put things together in the last 5. That got me excited… to know that I can only get better and more concise with my message to the world through time and experience I felt a surge of confidence that through my continued exposure to the world and the multiple roles I will take on, i will end up with a solid and meaningful contribution. . . . What have your experiences been? How many roles have you played so far and how do you feel they connect? Let’s hear it!
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Firstly, Michele Letendre transitioned from player to coach like no other. In addition, Michele has proven their is life after you leave the competition scene.
8. Samantha Briggs Similarly, Samantha Briggs is one of the most humble celebrities out there. Above all, Briggs also had a great comeback year in 2019.
9. Lauren Fisher
In conclusion, it’s weird to thing CrossFit athletes get body shamed. In other words, how could any bully someone so fit about their body?
Lauren Fisher addressed this issued head on in an inspiring IG post.
10. Regan Huckaby
Above all, Regan Huckaby is a super mom who can do it all. As a result, Huckaby’s can-do attitude is truly inspiring to all.
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