Aimee Cringle: Rising CrossFit Star from the Isle of Man

From Gymnastics to the Games

Aimee Cringle’s journey in fitness began early: she first tried gymnastics as a child, later transitioning into athletics, particularly the long jump before shin splints redirected her path toward strength training at a local CrossFit gym during her school lunch breaks. What started as curiosity sparked by a conversation with a fellow student turned into a lifelong passion: “I’ve literally never not been training CrossFit since then,” she has said.

Aimee Cringle

Winning on the European Stage

In 2021, Cringle made a bold statement by winning the CrossFit European Championships, taking first in five of seven events - including grueling workouts like run-paddle-run and chipper challenges. That performance quickly positioned her as “one of the hottest, future prospects in the sport” in Europe.

Balancing Nursing & Elite Athletics

Despite earning a degree in nursing in 2021, Aimee chose to prioritize CrossFit full-time, relocating to the UK to train at Blueprint CrossFit under coach Fraser McKenzie. Their refined focus on skill, technique, and mental toughness paid off: she placed 5th in the 2024 Europe Semifinals and earned her first-ever Games qualification. That milestone also made her only the third British woman ever to reach the individual category at the Games. 

CROSSFIT/ WEIGHTLIFTING CHALK

CrossFit Games Performances

• 2024 CrossFit Games: Finished 13th in her debut, competing against the world’s top-40 elite women.

• 2025 CrossFit Open & Semifinals: Ranked 14th worldwide and 3rd in the UK during the Open; went on to place 9th in the Semifinal and has qualified again for the Games this year. 

Training Philosophy & Mindset

Cringle’s approach is rooted in resilience, consistency, and continuous improvement. She embraces her strength and dedication, even addressing societal biases head-on: “Building muscle is great… you fall in love with the feeling of being strong.” Her coach even joked, “Giving Aimee a present is just giving Aimee a workout” speaking to her relentless drive. 

Quick Bio Snapshot

Details	Summary
Born / Hometown	Isle of Man, British Crown Dependency
Early Athletics	Gymnastics & long jump; shifted due to shin splints
Education	Nursing degree earned in 2021
Full-Time Training	Moved to Blueprint CrossFit (UK) under coach Fraser McKenzie
Peak Achievements	2021 European Champion; 13th at 2024 Games; Qualified again for 2025 Games
Style & Mindset	Disciplined, humble, and laser-focused on strength & skill
Notable Quotes	“I’ve never not been training CrossFit since then.”

Why she matters: Aimee Cringle blends athletic versatility, elite-level performance, and an inspiring voice in women’s strength and representation. As she competes in the 2025 CrossFit Games, all eyes are on her - and with good reason.