Alison Scudds - The Relentless Pursuit (Born Primitive Athlete Feature)
Alison Scudds continues to pursue the pinnacle of the sport of CrossFit.... to stand among the Fittest on Earth and compete at the CrossFit Games. Alison has yet to accomplish her dream, coming up just short of qualifying for the past 4 years. This included 3 consecutive trips to Regionals under the old format, and in the 2019 season, she finished just a few spots shy in the CrossFit Open to earn her bid. However, Alison inspires us by continuing to work her butt off despite the setbacks. She has not given up on her goal and has her eyes set on the 2020 season! CrossFit Games or bust!
Dani Speegle - How Bad Do You Want It? (Born Primitive Athlete Feature)
Dani Speegle exploded onto the CrossFit scene during the 2019 season, taking 5th worldwide in the 2019 CrossFit Open and finishing 1st in the United States. After competing at numerous Sanctional events across the World, Dani took the stage at the CrossFit Games for the first time in her career. While her 27th place finish in the new cut-style Games format left her disappointed, this rising star will surely be making her way back to Madison with redemption on her mind!
Bethany Shadburne - How Far Can You Push Yourself? (Born Primitive Athlete Feature)
Bethany Shadburne is no stranger to the arena. She has competed at the CrossFit Games three years in a row, which is by no accident. Bethany has committed herself to being elite, and that is only accomplished through hard work, dedication, and sacrifice. Bethany showed her toughness in the 2019 CrossFit Games, when she placed 8th in the world. However, what the audience didn't know is that Bethany had been battling a back injury the entire season and was barely able to train for 3 weeks prior to the CrossFit Games. She fought through this injury all weekend long and performed like a true champion!
Amanda Barnhart - The Heart of a Champion (Born Primitive Athlete Feature)
Amanda Barnhart exploded onto the CrossFit scene in 2018 when she finished 15th overall in her rookie year of the CrossFit Games, with an explosive finish in her event win of the Clean and Jerk ladder. In 2019, Amanda improved to 7th place at the CrossFit Games, despite competing with a hurt ankle for 3 days of competition, which was mostly unknown to the public. Amanda's laser focus, determination, and drive to succeed are apparent to all those who know her. She has one goal in mind, and that is to make it to the podium amongst the Fittest on Earth!
We've Been Keeping a Secret! Meet Born Primitive's Newest Athlete.
Born Primitive is teaming up with one of the baddest athletes in the game...can you guess who it is? #bornprimitive #bornprimitiveathlete
Stipe Miocic - The GOAT is Back.
Stipe Miocic, the undisputed GOAT of the Heavyweight Division, is back to battle Jon Jones for the title of Heavyweight Champion of the World in Madison Square Garden on November 11, 2023!
Outside of the Octagon, Stipe carries a different title as a full-time firefighter in Clevelend, OH. It’s the culmination of his drive and values that make us proud to partner with a Champion who is unafraid to take a stand for patriotism, honor, and the belief that you only get what you earn. #bornprimitive #bornprimitiveathlete