10 Female CrossFit Athletes Who Rule The Games World

The CrossFit Games are around the corner. The dates for the games have been set between August 8 – August 11, 2024, while the location this year is Fort Worth, Texas. As the competitors get set to take away the “Fittest on Earth” title and a hefty cash award – here’s quickly looking at the female CrossFit athletes, who know how to give tough competition. 

As you scroll down this post, you will get some specifics about them and their diet plan. Let us bring you the specifics – 

Who are the best female CrossFit athletes? 

Let us delve deeper into the fit amongst the fittest on earth – 

1. Katrin Davidsdottir 

With a noticeable background in gymnastics(10 years) and tracks(1 year), this sportsperson has the credit of appearing in the games 8 times! Additionally, she has championship-holding records in both 2015, and 2016, making her one of the fittest women on this Earth. Thanks to her sheer grit and determination, she earned her place as one of the leading stars of this competition. 

A total badass in terms of competing, she has also written down her experiences in her memoir – Dottir. She has also authored a children’s book along with Annie Thorisdottir (her mentor) called – What Is The Way? In multiple interviews, she has spoken about how being an athlete empowers her, and how she intends to change the global lookout towards female sports. 

AGE	30
NATIONALITY	Iceland
BACK SQUAT	254 lb
DEADLIFT	310 lb
GO TO BREAKFAST	Vegetable scrambles Burrito bowls Cabbage and egg slaw

2. Tia Claire Toomey 

This list of female CrossFit athletes will not even hold water if we do not mention her. If there is someone who is categorically known on-field for immense mental toughness, then it is Toomey. Winning this competition a massive 6 times, amongst others, Toomey is a name that is synonymous with nothing short of the best. In fact, in regards to her endurance and strength tests, she stands as a paradigm to one and all! 

Note: Don’t forget to check out her Toomey technique, which makes her one of the best in the games! 

AGE	30
NATIONALITY	Australia
BACK SQUAT	335 lb
DEADLIFT	415 lb
GO TO BREAKFAST	Meat Fruits Rice Vegetables.  Coconut water Vegetable shake Apple cider vinegar

 

3. Brooke Wells 

A two-time CrossFit individual, she first came into prominence with the 2015 Central Regional competition. With a career debut at the tender age of 19 years, she has since a long time only inspired numerous individuals globally. One of the most prominent names when it comes to winning medals, she surely sports a fitness that is appreciate-worthy. No wonder, she despite her 2021 injury, is gearing up to make a smashing comeback! 

AGE	23
NATIONALITY	USA
BACK SQUAT	345 lb
DEADLIFT	425 lb
GO TO BREAKFAST	Oatmeal and fruit combo Protein powder Sweet potato Rice Chicken Carb shakes

 

4. Laura Horvath 

She was the title winner in 2023, and currently holds the record of being the fittest female on Earth! With 2 silver and 1 bronze medal under her belt, she comes from a background of climbing, later switching over to CrossFit (she is the first Hungarian lady to do so)! 

Counted as one of the topmost female CrossFit athletes globally, Horvath has a record of having a host of other championship wins under her name. So, if you are wondering whether or not to consider walking in her footsteps, rest assured – she is the best of the leaders! 

AGE	27
NATIONALITY	Hungary
BACK SQUAT	355 lbs
DEADLIFT	415 lbs
GO TO BREAKFAST	Oatmeal or scrambled eggs  Fruits Carb shakes.

 

5. Paige Powers 

One of the youngest and strongest of the female CrossFit athletes, Powers, within a very limited period has managed to mark out a name for herself in this competitive list. Compared to other seasoned athletes, her experience was quite limited. Yet, all thanks to her resilience and willpower, she has managed to become a prominent name in this competitive domain. Those of you, who have just started following her, keep a note about her. She is here to make history! 

AGE	17
NATIONALITY	USA
BACK SQUAT	Details not revealed
DEADLIFT	Details not revealed
GO TO BREAKFAST	High carbs  Proteins

 

6. Mallory(Mal) O’Brien 

She is the champion of champions when it comes to picking up the topmost female CrossFit athletes. Known as one of the most hardworking athletes globally, her courage and ‘capacity to turn up come what may’ attitude makes her extremely admirable amongst one and all. Clear evidence of this rests in the fact that she was diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2020, yet made it a point to participate in the upcoming championships and challenge her boundaries. 

However, last heard, she has decided to step out of the 2024 CrossFit games and decided to concentrate on her personal health and well-being for the moment. 

AGE	20
NATIONALITY	USA
BACK SQUAT	330 lbs
DEADLIFT	365 lbs
GO TO BREAKFAST	Eggs(favourite) Kale, Fruit juices  Protein shakes

 

7. Danielle Brandon 

One of the hottest, fittest, and sexiest female CrossFit athletes – Danielle’s story is truly one that will inspire one and all! Coming from a dysfunctional family, with her parents doing drugs – Brandon has risen from the ranks of utmost poverty to being one of the most noted sportspersons. 

For the unversed, she has been participating in this game since 2014, and her thirst for making it to the top increases with every passing year. So, on your bad days, if you are looking forth for that perfect dose of inspiration – Brandon is the lady to follow! 

AGE	28
NATIONALITY	USA
BACK SQUAT	275 lbs
DEADLIFT	Not revealed
GO TO BREAKFAST	No details revealed Supplements based on her biomarker to maintain her fitness levels

 

8. Haley Adams 

As the first of her generation to partake in this competitive sport, Adams is a sportsperson, who is worth emulating! Compared to other athletes, Adams chose to train with her peers and not pros, thereby bringing about a remarkable shift in her approach. What is noteworthy about her, is her approach towards sports – as a medium to better her previous performances. 

Therefore, rather than following in the footsteps of other competitors, she makes it a point to carve out her identity, which makes her much more relatable as an icon over others. 

AGE	22
NATIONALITY	USA
BACK SQUAT	255 lbs
DEADLIFT	300 lbs
GO TO BREAKFAST	Honey, toast, and a banana combo. Intra-workout carbs  Rice and chicken combo  On her cheat meals, she enjoys a crunchy fudge bar!

 

9. Abigail Domit 

In this esteemed space of female CrossFit athletes, Domit is a rising star. Though it has not been much time that Domit joined this league, she has managed to reach the semifinal twice. Her potential can be valued at how she has managed to take up the 16th overall(Syndicate Crown). 

Though she primarily was a model, she was on the lookout for an alternative so she picked up this career. Since then, she has worked hard on her physique and managed to make her name in this competitive domain. 

AGE	26
NATIONALITY	USA
BACK SQUAT	Not updated
DEADLIFT	Not updated
GO TO BREAKFAST	Oatmeal Protein shakes

 

10. Bethany Shadburne 

Alternatively known as Bethany Flores, apart from being one of the renowned female CrossFit athletes – she has years of gymnastics, bodybuilding, marathons, and triathlons to her name. She entered this competitive arena in 2016, and it was in 2017 that she made it to the Double Rookie feat. Unfortunately, she had to pull out in 2022, due to a back injury. 

Apart from her professional accomplishments, it is her humility and always positive attitude that makes her connect with her fans globally. With the 2024 games approaching, her fans are constantly rooting for her! 

AGE	30
NATIONALITY	USA
BACK SQUAT	300 lbs
DEADLIFT	355 lbs
GO TO BREAKFAST	She does not follow a strict breakfast routine

These are some of the topmost female CrossFit stars who have been rocking the competition. 

What are the criteria for participation in CrossFit Games? 

For those of you who have checked out this list of female CrossFit athletes, you would want to know the criteria for participating in this game. Here they are – 

• The concerned person must be 14 years old to join the game’s first stage. This game, in its initial stage, has specific settings for – adaptive athletes, teenagers, and age groups. 
• In terms of displaying the action concerned – the athlete must be able to display essential aerobic fitness, perform a range of weightlifting activities (light-moderate), and perform low-grade gymnastics. At the end of the day, they must qualify for the “Open” stage (the initial one) to proceed further. 

Though there are a couple of more points to note regarding participating in this game, these are the initial factors. For more details, you can download the app. 

Where to watch the CrossFit Games? 

You can either download the CrossFit Games app on your phone to check out all that is happening on-field. Apart from that, you can catch all the action on ESPN. 

Parting thoughts 

The CrossFit games require the utmost passion, determination, and hard work. Here, we are talking about physical fitness and massive mental strength. Therefore, despite life’s challenges, these female CrossFit athletes have made it a point to take a shot at the game and test their boundaries – time and again. For us, these ladies are a beacon of hope who ensure that nothing seems impossible. 

Now that you can glimpse it all, you can catch the games online for more details. If you liked this post, leave your comments below, and check this website out for more! 

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. Are there any black female CrossFit athletes? 

Though the number of black women who have stepped up in the arena has been increasing with time, we expect more women to step up over time. Having said that, Elisabeth Akinwale takes the lead as one of the best in the sport. Though she retired early due to a knee injury, she indeed held the lamp glowing for her co-sportswomen. 

2. Which female athlete has won most CrossFit games? 

Tia-Clair Toomey is the Fittest Woman on Earth – winning the championship an unbeaten 6 times! 

3. Who won the 2023 CrossFit games title? 

With a whopping $315,000 booty, it was Laura Horvath who won the 2023 title.