Annie Sakamoto is a household name within the CrossFit community, loved by her fans and peers for her smile, uplifting personality, and incredible fitness. She was one of the original “Nasty Girls” and has competed at the CrossFit Games six times (as an individual, on a team, and as a masters athlete). This year she earned first place in the Women’s 45-49 division at the Games.
What many don’t know about Annie is her mastery of the coaching profession. She’s coached CrossFit since 2004, teaching thousands of classes and private training sessions. In her coaching, Annie focuses on making a human connection with the athletes in her class and having a positive impact on their lives. “It’s not just the methodology of CrossFit,” Annie says. “It’s the community. That’s where all the magic is.”
Original Annie: 17 Years of CrossFit Coaching