Battle of the Brawny Babes V (2025) — Strength, Sisterhood & Serious Lifts

On Saturday, September 6th, 2025, the 5th-annual Battle of the Brawny Babes took over Mad Swede  Brewing  Company in Boise, Idaho. 

Setting & Purpose

• The venue was family-friendly, the community supportive, and the vibe inclusive — whether you were a seasoned competitor or trying your first event, you belonged. 
• A portion of proceeds was dedicated to a good cause (including partnering with the Idaho Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence). 
• Events included: Log Press Series, Sandbag Toss, Shieldmaiden Squat, Shield Hold, and Keg Over Bar. 
• Divisions ranged across experience levels: Novice, Open,  and Masters 40+

Highlights & Community Wins

• The energy was incredible — each athlete dug deep, and the crowd responded in kind.
• Several women posted personal bests, and even those who didn’t “win” walked away stronger and more confident.
• The event truly lived up to the “Brawny Babes” ethos: not just strong in body, but strong in spirit.

What Made It Special

• Inclusivity: With divisions ranging from Teen to Masters 40+, everyone had a stage.
• Support: Competitors cheered one another on across events — you could feel the camaraderie.
• Empowerment: This wasn’t just about lifting weights — it was about showing up, challenging yourself, and walking out changed.
• Fun & Atmosphere: heavy weights, strongwomen, craft beer, cheering friends & fam — the full package.

Thank You Shout-Outs Massive thanks to:

• All the athletes who competed and pushed boundaries.
• The event organizers and volunteers who ran timing, loading, transitions — seamless.
• Mad Swede Brewing Company for hosting.
• Sponsors, vendors, and supporters who made the event feel special.
• The Idaho strong-community for showing up and making noise.

What’s Next?
​As the calendar resets, the ripples from this event carry on. The strength built here will translate into gym sessions, personal goals, and next-level competitions. “Brawny Babes” isn’t just a one-day event — it’s a movement.
We can’t wait to see where 2026 takes us.