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Elizabeth Smart Reveals She Is Now a Bodybuilder With Jaw-Dropping Competition Photo
Smart said bodybuilding has helped her reclaim her body and build confidence as she plans additional competitions.
- On Saturday, April 18, 2026, kidnapping survivor and child safety advocate Elizabeth Smart competed in the Wasatch Warrior bodybuilding event in Salt Lake City, placing first in the novice category during her fourth competition appearance.
- Smart, 38, previously hesitated to share photos of her muscular physique, fearing she would be judged or perceived as unworthy to continue her work as an advocate for survivors.
- Reflecting on the sport, Smart wrote that her body has "carried me through every worst day, every hellish grueling experience," crediting bodybuilding with helping her appreciate her resilience after her 2002 abduction.
- Fans cheered for the advocate, praising her for "taking her power back," as Smart stated that posting stage photos served as a way to fight back against online noise.
- Future plans for the athlete are already in motion, as Smart confirmed she is not stopping her fitness journey, with new goals set for more competitions to live life to the absolute fullest.
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Elizabeth Smart opens up about surprise bodybuilding pivot: 'I refuse to be ashamed'
The child safety advocate whose abduction at age 14 made national headlines said she's "proud of my body" that has "carried me through every worst day."Elizabeth Smart on 'America's Most Wanted'Credit: FOX via GettyKey PointsElizabeth Smart is sharing a first look at her newfound bodybuilding journey."I am so proud of myself for doing this. I am so proud of my body, and I want to celebrate it," the child safety advocate wrote in an Instagram pos…
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