Brooke Wells is no doubt one of the most popular CrossFit athletes in the world today and thus she has millions of people that follow her throughout her daily life and training.
The goal with this post however, is to share some interesting stats about the 8x CrossFit Games athlete that are perhaps a lot lesser-known.
Let’s dive in with #1.
1) She graduated from the University of Missouri with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration
Brooke Wells attended the University of Missouri, where she balanced her studies with her CrossFit training. During her time at the university, she was not only a full-time student but also a trainer at CrossFit Fringe in Columbia.
She graduated with a degree in Business Administration, showcasing her ability to excel in both academics and athletics.
2) She has the 2nd most amount of Instagram followers of any CrossFit athlete
With 1.8 million followers on Instagram Brooke Wells has more followers than any other CrossFit athlete in the world other than the 2 greatest CrossFit athletes of all time:
- Mat Fraser – 2.4m followers
- Tia-Clair Toomey – 2m followers
- Brooke Wells – 1.8m followers
She even has more followers than the 2 Icelandic champs:
- Katrin Davidsdottir – 1.7m followers
- Annie Thorisdottir – 1.4m followers
3) She started weightlifting at 12 years old
Brooke’s introduction to weightlifting at the age of 12 set the stage for her future success in CrossFit. Under the guidance of her father, who was a weightlifting enthusiast, she developed a love for the sport.
Her early exposure to weightlifting techniques and training regimens allowed her to build a strong foundation that would later translate into her exceptional performance in CrossFit.
4) She had full surgery on her elbow after an injury in 2021
At the 2021 CrossFit Games during the max snatch event, Brooke Wells had a serious injury and it was ultimately determined that she dislocated her elbow. Before the injury she hit 185lbs which was good enough for 10th in the event.
Following her withdrawal due to injury, she had full reconstructive surgery and even decided to write a book about her experience recovering from surgery and training to make the 2022 CrossFit Games where she finished 5th overall.
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FAQ
How old is Brooke Wells?
Brooke Wells is 28 years old.
How tall is Brooke Wells?
Brooke Wells is 5’5.
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