About Fight for the fittest
Welcome to Fight for the Fittest, where strength, endurance, and determination are forged in the crucible of competition. Established in 2020, we have grown to become a premier platform for showcasing and celebrating the incredible athletes that have competed with us.
Our Mission
At Fight for the Fittest, we believe that everyone should have a space to showcase their hard work and dedication and a place to compete alongside their peers. Our mission is to provide an event that inspires, motivates, and celebrates athletes on their journey towards excellence. We aim to cultivate a community that encourages personal growth, pushes boundaries, and fosters a spirit of healthy competition that transcends the boundaries of age, gender, and ability.
Unrivaled Events
Our events are not for the faint of heart. From the grueling intensity of competing as an individual to the fun and exciting experience of competing along side a partner or team, our competitions are designed to push the limits and redefine what it means to be fit. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or an aspiring competitor, Fight for the Fittest offers a variety of events that cater to different skill levels.
Join the Fight
Whether you are an athlete seeking your next challenge, a spectator looking to witness extraordinary performances, or a volunteer looking to be involved in working our events, Fight for the Fittest invites you to join our community. Together, we can push the boundaries of human performance, celebrate the triumphs, and embrace the journey towards becoming our strongest selves. Once you take part in Fight for the Fittest, you are family.
Meet the Team
Kelly & Sam Krivit-Owners
Fight for the Fittest was founded in 2020 by Sam and Kelly Krivit. It began as a small online event during the Covid19 shutdown and was created to give athletes a place to compete during a time when few were available. After the success of the online event, they decided to host an in-person event at their local gym. The first in-person event was held in the fall of 2020 at RXFit in Rocky Point, NY. Since then, Fight for the Fittest has expanded to host three events a year including an individual event, partner event, and team event. The events include anywhere from 120-160 competitors, an expansive vendor village, and over 200 spectators.
Sam and Kelly have been married since 2010. Sam began Crossfit in 2014 and Kelly in 2016. After finding a love for the sport, they both received their Level 1 certifications in 2018 and coached Crossfit classes part-time at RXFit in Rocky Point, NY. Sam is a neurosurgical PA and Kelly is a Special Education teacher. They live in New York with their two young children. They are not gym owners. All events are currently being hosted at MFLH Gym in Ronkonkoma, NY.
Hayley Queller-Head Judge
Hayley has been part of Fight for the Fittest from the very beginning. Her vast knowledge of CrossFit workouts, movement standards, and attention to detail make her the perfect head judge.
Hayley first began CrossFit in 2010. She and her husband opened their first affiliate in 2014 and currently own RXFit in Rocky Point, NY. She has qualified for the Crossfit Age Group Online Qualifier/Quarter Finals every year from 2017-present. In 2023 she qualified for semi-finals where she finished 18th in the world in her age group.
Hayley is no stranger to the competition floor. She competed at the Legends Championship in Tennessee in 2022 and won the 2023 Legends qualifier in her age group. She will be competing in Arizona for the championship event. She has also qualified to compete at the Granite Games and The Fittest Experience.
When she’s not working out, you will find Hayley at her medical practice working to help keep athletes in top shape. She is a triple board certified doctor in internal medicine, pediatrics and sports medicine. She is currently the Director of Sports Medicine at Orthopedic Associates of Long Island as well as the the Director of Concussion Management of the ThinkSmart! program.
Hayley is a mother of 4 and lives with her husband and children in New York.
