Let the Gains Begin

Ms. Health & Fitness is the largest online fitness competition, showcasing the extraordinary strength of women across the nation. Every year, women compete to win $20,000 and be on the cover of Muscle & Fitness HERS.

DOLLARS RAISED IN 2026

$2,642,080

Colossal x The Andrew McDonough Be Positive Foundation

2026 Beneficiary

The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation

The Ms. Health & Fitness competition proudly supports The Andrew McDonough Be Positive Foundation in their mission to fund childhood cancer research, assist families in need, raise awareness, and spread positivity in the fight against childhood cancer.

2026 Champion

Jen Kees

Jen is a South Carolina native, mother of three, and personal trainer with over 20 years of experience. After overcoming injuries and setbacks, she rediscovered her strength. A weightlifter at heart, she has recently become an award-winning competitive athlete.

Where Strength Becomes Legacy

Muscle & Fitness HERS

Muscle & Fitness HERS is a trusted industry resource that highlights women who are shaping the future of health and wellness. Each issue features stories of strength, balance, and empowerment that continue to inspire readers around the world.

In Partnership With

Caleigh Mackenzie

Caleigh is a Certified Trainer and Fitness Competitor known for her no-BS approach to health. With 10+ years of experience, she helps others build sustainable habits and prioritize self-care through her online coaching.
Brooke Ence

Brooke is a professional athlete, actress, and entrepreneur known for her strength, authenticity, and drive. She inspires millions to embrace confidence, push boundaries, and pursue a balanced approach to fitness, business, and self-growth.
Whitney Jones

Three-time Ms. Fitness Olympia, professional coach, and owner of Pro Physiques Personal Training Gym, Whitney knows exactly how to push people to become the best and healthiest version of themselves.

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Our Champions

Melynda Tilley

2024 CHAMPION
This mom of three originally began working out to get into “good enough” shape to keep up with her kids. But this innocent endeavor quickly grew into a passion that she shares with her fiancé. “By eliminating the mindset of ‘just enough’, I became unstoppable.” And unstoppable, she is. Melynda’s love for fitness has inspired her to open a women-only gym, become a nutritionist and PT, and pursue modeling.
Dr. Snehi Kapur

2023 CHAMPION
Dr. Kapur is a board-certified neurologist, neurophysiologist, and sleep medicine expert. After overcoming a medical condition, Dr. Kapur focused on rebuilding her cardiac endurance, igniting her fitness journey. This mother of two and NYU professor is dedicated to helping veterans and advocating for mental health, adding depth to her lifelong passion for health and wellness.
Antoinette Walder

2022 CHAMPION
Antoinette is a veteran and former aircraft mechanic who found her passion for fitness after having her first child. Working out helped Antoinette take on life with a new mindset, and she believes that mental health is just as important as being physically fit.
Elizabeth Cauchois

2021 CHAMPION
Elizabeth is a fierce entrepreneur, Cirque de Soleil soloist, and mother who believes that fitness is the key to keeping your mind, body, and spirit in balance. As an online instructor with a growing following, Elizabeth's goal is to educate and empower people to reconnect their mind and body to adopt healthier and sustainable lifestyles.
Kesia Newbrough

2020 CHAMPION
Kesia is an icon of health, wellness, and positivity. Her inspiring and infectiously optimistic outlook on life has been the catalyst to her success. Kesia firmly believes that staying strong and healthy with a nutritious diet and exercise promotes positivity and optimal quality of life.
Sarit Ashkenazi

2019 CHAMPION
Sarit’s credo in her life has been “mess to message,” after a series of tragic life events spurred a change in perspective that led to her passion for fitness. She now transforms lives with the methods that transformed hers through her company,
ImproveU Coaching.
Amy Howe

2018 CHAMPION
Amy is a lifelong athlete who started her own fitness business at 19 years old. Her tenacity and strength won her the prestigious Ms. Health & Fitness title in 2018, and she continues to achieve her dreams today.
Anna Neal

2017 CHAMPION
Anna’s fitness-focused lifestyle stems from her days as a standout volleyball player in high school and college, and continued in her adulthood as a health & wellness mentor for the state employees of Manatee County, Florida. Today, Anna is a personal trainer on a mission to help others find their healthy lifestyle balance.